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BEST WESTERN, The Connaught Hotel

3.0 of 5
30 West Hill Road | West Cliff, Bournemouth BH2 5PH, England
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Corsham, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at The Connaught Hotel, for the first time, in May 2013 as it was a surprise birthday present from my wife. Upon arrival, we were pleasantly welcomed by the receptionist, and due to arriving early, we decided to have a drink in the lounge bar, which was very relaxing after a long journey. Immediately you could see that... More

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Devon
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

In the past we've booked hotels in Bournemouth on the East Overcliffe with sea views but as Bookings.com stated the hotel was 'Centrally located on the West Cliff, 300 metres from the cliffs overlooking Bournemouth pier and those golden beaches' thought it might be near the coast. It is - but sadly no sea views. The sea front is a... More

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Belgique
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Most of the time you would say this is good and that is not about a hotel. The real thing with the Connaught is that even the best comment would be under the truth. And you know why ? Simply because everybody cares over there. From the lobby to the restaurant (magical food) you feel the management has given one... More

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UK
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30 reviews 30 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here for my husband’s birthday weekend. Parking was a little tight but we found a spot. On check in our room was lovely, with a sofa and a little balcony. The staff had left a birthday card and some vouchers for drinks in the room. The bar was a bit big and drafty, rather than cosy, but we... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We have just returned from a 3 day stay at The Connaught hotel in Bournemouth. We enjoyed it very much. The staff were very friendly and the food was good. They are very helpful with guests who have allergy problems and this was appreciated. We found the location very good and easy to get to the main attractions. No hesitation... More

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Eastbourne, United Kingdom
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at this hotel before and after a ferry trip from Poole to Jersey. The rooms are adequate and the beds comfortable. The restaurant serves excellent food although it was rather spoilt by a 45 minute wait for our sweet at the end of our meal on our first stay. The second stay went without any hitches. The breakfasts... More

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Francescas, France
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Connaught Hotel for a short 3 night break just after Easter. We were on our way home to France to our Gite business. From the time we arrived until the time we left we could not fault the service, the attention and the food! Our room was beautiful with a lovely jacuzzi bath. The food in... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We had a 4 night break at the Connaught hotel end of April. This was our second stay at the hotel and it will not be our last. We cannot fault the service, the food in the restaurant is more than worthy of the 2 rosette rating, all the staff are excellent, the hotel is very comfortable and ideally situated... More

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David1007, Owner at BEST WESTERN, The Connaught Hotel, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Many thanks Owen for your "excellent" 5 star review - delighted to be of service and looking forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes David F Miller Managing Director More

Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Excellent staff and service, The staff were very helpful, my wife is a wheelchair user. The lift was a little tight for the wheelchair but servicable. Good rooms and comfortable bed is a little compact space wise. Room was a little warm with no air-con so we left the window open.

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David1007, Owner at BEST WESTERN, The Connaught Hotel, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you very much for your review EG0rd0n and also for the 5 star review that you posted about Blakes Restaurant. Delighted you enjoyed your stay and we hope we see you again soon. Best wishes David F Miller Managing Director More

Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

If you're looking for a warm welcome, to sleep in a comfy bed, eat scrumptious food, all whilst staying in a relaxing atmosphere, then this hotel is the place for you. Pop down the road to the Cliff Lift or saunter down the Zig Zag pathway. All seven miles of Beach is in front of you. the staff on reception... More

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David1007, Owner at BEST WESTERN, The Connaught Hotel, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Yoiur review sums us up beautifully Anne, thank you very much. Best wishes David F Miller Managing Director More

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Additional Information about BEST WESTERN, The Connaught Hotel

Also Known As:
Best Western Bournemouth
Bournemouth Best Western
Address: 30 West Hill Road | West Cliff, Bournemouth BH2 5PH, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Bournemouth
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Bournemouth
#1 Business Hotels in Bournemouth
#2 Family Hotels in Bournemouth
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Best Western, The Connaught Hotel and Spa is Bournemouth’s highest AA rated spa hotel with an award-winning double rosette restaurant. Free WiFi, Free Parking and Free Membership of the Spa and Leisure Club awaits you. Centrally located on the West Cliff, the hotel is less than 500m to the town centre, with all its bars, clubs and restaurants, the BIC, Pavilion Theatre, pier and beaches. The Blue Water Spa and Leisure Club offers 2 gymnasiums, an 18m swimming pool and spa pool, a luxurious, fully tiled eucalyptus steam room, a superb sauna and a beauty and massage therapy suite. After a relaxing day in the Spa enjoy a superb dinner and top class wine in our award-winning, double rosette restaurant, Blakes, where Nick Rutigliano, the Maitre d', and his team will serve you with superb food, freshly prepared by the Head Chef, Peter Tofis. The hotel was again awarded the highly coveted Silver Shield in 2012 by Green Tourism for Business for its contribution to the environment and local community. The hotel has 56 beautifully decorated en suite bedrooms, including 2 junior suites, 6 executive rooms, superior, standard and single rooms, some with their own private balcony or terrace. ... more   less 
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