Kensington Hotel - Bournemouth

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Kensington Hotel - Bournemouth
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Overview

Located only 12 minutes' walk from Middle Chine, the 2-star smoke-free Kensington Hotel Bournemouth offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park. The hotel is a good starting point for Bournemouth's sports attractions, including the Vitality Stadium, which is 2.6 km away.

Location

This Bournemouth hotel is situated about 700 metres from an award-winning beach. The seaside park "Boscombe Chine Gardens" is 3.1 km from the Kensington, while Bournemouth airport is 5 km from it. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Alum Chine Tropical Garden, located approximately a 15-minute walk away. The area features a number of shopping sites, such as the public Square, which is within a few blocks of the property.

Kensington Hotel lies 2.5 km from Bournemouth Central train station, and the sand Canford Cliffs Beach is situated 2.9 km away.

Rooms

There are 26 rooms equipped with an ironing set along with modern facilities including a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio. These rooms at the hotel also feature carpet floors. Guests have access to a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as bathroom comforts such as a hairdryer and towels.

Eat & Drink

The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Serving British meals, Steam Vintage Tea Rooms lies in close proximity to the Kensington Bournemouth.

Leisure & Business

Also, at the accommodation, guests can take advantage of a mini golf course provided onsite.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 03:00-21:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of rooms:26
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Rooms and availability

Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Facilities for kids

Cots

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Kensington Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 27 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.8
✈️ Distance to airport 11.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bournemouth, BOH

Location

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18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH2 5LE
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18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH2 5LE
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Reviews of Kensington Hotel

5.2 /10
Needs improvement
836 reviews
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  • C
    Constance
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 29 Dec
    Great
    8.2

    Comfortable ambiance in a central setting.

  • R
    Roland
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 28 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    Bright rooms complete with shower, extra bed, for instance. The price is just right - £ 45.

  • Wrote a review on 27 Nov
    Great
    8.8

    Good location and good value for money on a Saturday night. Good value for money for a Saturday night. Room clean and tidy.

    We didnt like the fact that you could help yourself to any door key when going out as you had to leave it behind.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Nov
    Perfect
    9.6

    A Very short stay overnight only, a good breakfast.

    Poor bathroom.

  • I
    Ian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 10 Nov
    Very good
    7.2

    Liked this brilliant accommodation with accommodating staff especially Julie the manager who was brilliant. The location of this hotel near to Swanage and Poole was excellent and unbeatable. Went for dinner at Funchal by night, located within 5 minutes walking distance.

  • Wrote a review on 26 Oct
    Great
    8.4

    The room had very thin walls and you could hear everyone returning. Extremely noisy around 4-5am.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Oct
    Perfect
    9.2

    Reasonable location, not too far from everything free parking was a bonus

    The checkout on a sunday morning a bit too early as was breakfast would have been better to have breakfast avail till 10 and checkout till 11 or 11.30 breakfast was not enough I felt it was too small

  • J
    Joshua
    United Kingdom
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 26 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    8.0
    clean room
    great location

    We loved visiting the local beach and the nearby amusement park. The room was clean enough for our needs and great for chilling after our day out. Just be ready for a slight wait at breakfast, but it's worth it!

    Triple Room
  • Wrote a review on 25 Sept
    Great
    8.0

    The breakfast was better than expected

    The room had a number of parts that were tired and falling apart, most noticeably our curtain rail was already broken & it then fell down meaning we had a lighted room half the nigh . Also there was a lack of hot water.

  • Wrote a review on 24 Sept
    Needs improvement
    5.2

    Cheap!

    The bathroom smelt re carpet suggest lino. Needs tlc

  • A
    Ava
    United Kingdom
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on 16 Sept
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location6.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    prompt service

    Just an appropriate option for a swift visit in Bournemouth with best value for money ratio. The noisy neighbors were a pain, but the staff did respond promptly. If you're sensitive to sounds, pack earplugs.

    Triple Room
  • Wrote a review on 13 Sept
    Perfect
    9.4

    Clean bedroom with own clean bathroom. Decent location at good price.

    Tiny broom-closet-sized room with very thin walls (could hear neighbour snoring all night!). Very greasy breakfast.

  • Wrote a review on 13 Sept
    Perfect
    9.0

    Extreemly friendly staff, especially in the restaurant for breakfast. Easy walking distance to the BIC. Clean. Tea and coffee making facilities.

    Rooms not well soundproofed. We booked the last available room. This room was close to the entrance to the hotel. We were disturbed by people returning to their rooms until 3:00 in the morning. Hotel car park fairly small and cramped. No remote control for the TV.

  • J
    Jayden
    United Kingdom
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on 11 Sept
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    beach access
    friendly staff
    lack of family facilities

    I loved that the location was perfect. It was just a short walk to the beach! My two girls had a blast building sandcastles and splashing in the waves. The staff was friendly, and they managed to accommodate us despite our early arrival.

    My kids wished there were better facilities for families. A dedicated area for kids to play would.

    Family Room
  • Wrote a review on 10 Sept
    Needs improvement
    5.0

    Easy to find, Close to shops and restaurants, small walk to beach. Car parking at hotel.

    Un-manned reception, decor drab, Bedding clean but old, worn and unironed. towels well worn. No toiletries in en-suite. Furniture very basic, ill-fitting carpets. En-suite in need of attention. This room was better than the one we were originally allocated. Food, like everything else, very basic limited choice.

FAQ about Kensington Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 2-star Kensington Hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated landmarks, Upside Down House, placed 950 meters from the 2-star Kensington Hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is St Peter's Church located a mere 11 minutes' walk away.
What is the closest airport to the Kensington Hotel?
Bournemouth airport is located within a 15-minute drive (15 km) from the Kensington Hotel.
Is there free parking in the 2-star Kensington Hotel hotel?
Yes, the 2-star Kensington Hotel hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property. Visit restaurant Olive Cafe for the taste of European cuisine (400 meters from the accommodation) or The Goat & Tricycle, which is famous for its British dishes (350 meters away).
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:30 to 21:00 and check out from 08:00.
What are the booking prices at the Kensington Hotel hotel?
The prices at the Kensington Hotel hotel start from $181.
What payment methods are accepted in Kensington Hotel?
At Kensington Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 2-star Kensington Hotel comprise?
The 2-star Kensington Hotel offers such room types as Double Room, Guest Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Some suites at the hotel boast a carpeted floor, a wardrobe and a writing desk as well as private bathrooms which include a bathtub and a walk-in shower.
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