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The Kensington Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Bournemouth Beach

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Restaurant
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Reception
Nestled in Bournemouth City Centre, The Kensington Hotel offers a haven of tranquility with its garden and bar. Connect to WiFi, indulge in full breakfast options or unwind with laundry facilities at your disposal. Previous guests have praised the multilingual staff.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is $65
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

Room options

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Quadruple Room | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5LE

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oceanarium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 41 min drive
  • Bournemouth Station - 4 min drive
  • Branksome Station - 7 min drive
  • Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinocchio Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪the palm - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Triangolo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

When you stay at The Kensington Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and full breakfast is available on weekends. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Poole Harbour.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:30 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.99 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Kensington Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
Kensington Hotel Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kensington Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Kensington Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Kensington Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Kensington Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (14-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Kensington Hotel and nearby?

The Kensington Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around The Kensington Hotel like?

The Kensington Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Bournemouth International Centre.

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The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4

Good

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Bed
Lobby
Shower
Towns
Bathroom
Parking
Beach
Location

Reviews

6/10 Good

Ideal location for the conference creature. Room very basic with limited coffee/tea/ milk. No soap in the shower. TV couldn’t get to work. But I did enjoy my stay.
John, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hospitable and cozy

It was great; we’ll stay there again next visit. It was very convenient to the beach and town center.
Daniel, 12-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room is not the same as the one advertised on their website. The TV was broken, the room was dirty (I found receipts from June this year, snack bags under the furniture, the beds were on bricks, mould in places, not very clean bed linen, the walls were dirty, expired milk). We do not recommend this location!
Raluca, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

there was no toilet paper when I arrived the kettle didn't work there was no curtain for the window when I spoke to the manager on she said the curtain would be fixed it was NOT she did send a new kettle & on monday the power to all the scockets went off twice so I had to go down 4 flights to report it
Leslie, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Host is very pleasant, has a wealth of local knowledge. The room was a good size for a family. Wifi worked well. The cleaning can be improved by ensuring the floor is swept of sand (probably left by previous guest) and the kettle and cups could do with a scrub.
Grace, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Saturday stay

Our room was a nice size for 3 of us, the beds had random feet on them, pieces of wood glued together.. little things 1 toilet roll , the tv didnt work, the shower doors we falling off, no shower gel ; etc provided, the toilet seat was loose and kept moving, the sink was dirty under the rim..no matching furniture in the room, under the cabinets dirty found a random piece of wood, only 2 cups when 3 off us stayed, so not enough tea , coffee etc..a old mattress, and other rubbish left at the back of the carpark, in full view..the fire exit door was very hard to open, used for a smoking area..people unfortunately moaning about their stay in reception, when we arrived and left .
Susan, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Stay away

When checking into the hotel we were made aware the bar and the restaurant were both shut. The room was disgustingly dirty, with splashes of something all up the walls and the floors clearly hadn't been cleaned in months. In the middle of the night, we were woken by a man barging into the room to 'check the smoke alarm' woke both kids up and with no apology at all! The general condition of the property was awful and we would not be staying again.
Caroline, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

False Advertising and Unsafe Stay

The room we were given was completely different from the one advertised. It was in extremely poor condition — dirty, unpleasantly smelly, and poorly ventilated with only a very small window and a single small fan, which was inadequate for four people. The mattresses were uncomfortable, and the overall condition of the room was unacceptable, with exposed electrical wiring visible on the walls. The bathroom was also in disrepair, with a broken door handle and a blocked shower drain. Additionally, rubbish was left on the stairs outside the hotel entrance, and during the late evening, individuals were seen rummaging through it. This created a sense of insecurity and made us feel unsafe during our stay.
Aliya, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Totally avoid..

It is a very basic hotel.. no housekeeping at all.. smells of damp. Bed was very uncomfortable.. could hear people talking all night. Pay little extra and get a better hotel and service.
P, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Cheap n cheerful

A real mix of ok and could do better.. Lovely chap on reception who gave a overview of Dorset and sandbanks. The room had a few issues TV remote missing No towels Window opens fully to a flat roof with staircase so not secure But Beds were ok and room was warm but it was the hottest day of the year Shower leaked Plugs had a smell of drains It was a good location and parking was free It worked for one night as a cheap stay over.
A, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

poor or non-existent service at reception; poor maintenance of walls, bathroom; no housekeeping in 3 days, even not emptying bins or renewing towels nor tea bags
john, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Outdated, rude, no proper parking, fire alarm kepy going off, very noisy, no sign of a bar, the desk worker, walked in our room without knockin, didnt speak apology or anything, just walked in looked round and out again, my kids with special needs didnt feel safe staying we left very early thay morning and didn't stay for our second night, not recommend at all stay away no offer of a refund either
family, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Price good but a little lacking

I arrived with a business colleague and we had two rooms. Rooms were acceptable with main complaint that Hot Water was not 'hot'. Had to Shower in warm water at 06:45am!! Not pleasant, also wanted to use the Tea Making facilities and once tea was made in cup realised that there was no milk!! Left cup full of black tea in the hope that the room maid would realise and not have a repeat for next guest. Breakfast was fine.

2/10 Poor

Appalling cleaning conditions and customer service

I can't still decide what was worst, the cleanliness or the customer service. My standards were already not that high (I've been to many hotels in Bournemouth and you can't expect much when you opt for locally owned hotel), however when at the checkout I've been asked how was my stay and pointed out that the place needed a good cleaning the owner got aggressive. I am attaching a picture of the shower where you can clearly see some melted soap bar with hairs in it. This place needs a good inspection from health authorities!
Giovanna, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not the best but for 2star you cant exoect too much. Holes in the wall, Shower tray that didnt drain. But Man on desk friendly and room was clean
Danielle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Could do with a bit more tea and coffee in the room
MOHAMMED, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Walkable to beach and free parking was really good.
Matthew, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dont waste your money!

I know its not 5* but you still expect a clean room and bedding! Room was dirty... coffee stains on side... steins all over carpet and cabinet Bedding had marks on it Curtains didnt close Tv lost signal constantly When i addressed this with the owner i was told it wasnt unclean because they had checked when no one had been to look Was very rude to me
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not enough parking slots, staff not available all the time.
Daljit, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was a good size. The pillow cases had marks/stains on them so slept in the other double bed. The tv wasn’t working, and shower was very small. The wardrobe was decent size but if your staying a few days to a week more hangers for you clothes would’ve been better. My room was on the top floor which was around 2-3 flights of stairs so carrying my suitcase up those was tough, there was a lift but wasn’t working.
Klarna, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good reception mr jerry. The beds could do with better quality without attached headboard. We stayed for 2 nights and the bins where not taken out. As good will gesture should give shower gel or soup.
Amar, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room was very dirty
Marina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

We see the reviews and really took a risk as there was not many good ones.when we arrived the hotel does look a little tired it needs a little love and attention to detail but we was pleasantly surprised with our room it was airy and clean and that was our main concern.also we got a up grade so that was a bonus for the price you can’t go wrong tbf everything is near so that’s always a bonus 👍
Tony, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

No dryer working No soap or hand wash in toilets No Hot water coming Asked for fan . No Fans available So sfocated rooms
Gunreet, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

disappointing

The room was very dirty, the towels were dirty, the beds smelled bad, we had to ask them to change the sheets because they smelled bad.
Ronald, 2-night trip