The Durley Dean Hotel

4.0 star property
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Exterior
Banquet hall
Banquet hall
Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking available
    Parking available

Explore the area

Map
28 West Cliff Road, West Cliff, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5HE
  • Bournemouth Beach
    9 min walk
  • Bournemouth International Centre
    9 min walk
  • Alum Chine Beach
    10 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    11 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Family Room (2adults + 2 children) with Air Conditioning

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Futons

Compact Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Family Room (2adults + 1 children) with Air Conditioning

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Superior Double or Twin Room (with Air Conditioning)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Connecting Rooms (with Air Conditioning)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Superior Family Room (2adults + 3 children) with Air Conditioning

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Family Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Bournemouth

Located in Bournemouth (West Cliff), The Durley Dean Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. .This spa hotel is 9.3 mi (15 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Poole Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oceanarium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pasa Too - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hop Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Durley Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Durley Dean Hotel

Victorian Bournemouth hotel in West Cliff with a full-service spa
The Durley Dean Hotel offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 115 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a ballroom.
Enjoy British cuisine at No. 28, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
No. 28 - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (GBP 15.00 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM: GBP 14.95 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • No. 28

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

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The Durley Dean Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What i saw, was what i got! Child friendly! Staff were professional and polite. I'll definitely recommend and visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

a

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dannielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is dated but the bedroom was clean with a comfy bed and the air con was very much needed and welcomed. The property is an old building and if you require a wheel chair or walking aids I am not sure this would be a suitable accommodation. The pool was very small but pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay at the Durley Dean
Single room for work trip. Small but functional and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking expensive £20 for 24 hours and you’re not guaranteed to have a space if you go out for the day. Hotel was nice, quiet and clean. We like Bournemouth very much. We have been coming here for years.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not impressed !😡
Discovered that there was a charge of £20 for parking which was not made clear at the point of booking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tarrunum Fatima

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was too small and was not cleaned to a high standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and could accommodate 2 adults and 3 children. Any issues we had were addressed by the staff Good location for the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big old hotel in a decent location
Just what I expected, decent price point and location good. Parking a nightmare in the whole area. Car park was full and street parking rammed. The hotel is clean, decent breakfast. It’s a little tired but that’s ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cheap and exactly what i needed just for one night in Bournemouth. Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were cleaned on request staff were very nice 👍 and helpful shared local knowledge would recommend the stay here and would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist Holly was extremely friendly and helpful and a wonderful start to my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice!
Great location! We stayed in the premier room. The bed was lovely and comfortable. There were no toiletries, despite saying on the website there is a selection. The breakfast was very nice! The pool was run down, over crowded and the water was not clear. They used lots of chlorine to balance this. Not pleased with the pool. But overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception Trevor and Osas both went out of their way with smiles, friendliness efficient and quick, thank you both. Massimo Gianoglio
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

J

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dated and Dirty.
Room was not serviced during stay. Spa was ok. Pool was very small and dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stancha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely one night stay, we all had a great time. Reception staff were lovely and friendly. The two rooms we had were good size and clean. Very close to the beech. Thank you 😀
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Supriya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reception staff were patient, helpful and calm considering how busy it was at times. Bar staff were helpful too. Air conditioning excellent in a large family room. Good power shower. Convenient for walking to Durley Chine beach. Lift available if needed. Wi-Fi available as well as normal TV. Not smart TV so no Netflix etc. Flaws: parking area at the back of the hotel way too small considering the size of the hotel. Street parking available nearby if you look carefully. Small area in front of hotel to temporarily park in while you offload/on load luggage. I didn’t notice any ramps for disabled guests. Swimming pool was very small. I had to reactivate my key card six times for my room which was really annoying. Overall the only thing stopping me from staying here again is the parking difficulty at peak summer times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, close to beach, friendly staff, good breakfast buffet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cesar Antonio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This property is in a wonderful location. Short walk to the beach and prerty close to Bournemouth pier. However, the rooms although dated could just been cleaned better. On arrival there was just lots of dust floating around the room. Not great if you have asthma. Behind the tv there was thick layers of dust that hadnt probably been cleaned in months. We found a pait of earing on the bedside table that was probbaly the previous occupants. House keeping should have removed this, im guessing they did a very rushed job. Its a shame it just needs a good deep clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was lovely, the customer service was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't stay here
I would not recommend this hotel. The so called twin room was more like a double with two single beds put together. Even though I booked a twin it was not presented as one. I was meant to separate the beds apparently. I did not pay nearly £100 to have to move furniture around. The carpet was not vacuumed, the cold tap on the bath did not work, the air conditioning unit was faulty, it leaked and threw ice chunks into the room, also one of the beds had not been changed. I also got charged £100 extra because I didn't have photo id. I did eventually get that back though. I found some of the staff to be rude. I did make a complaint to the manager, this is when I finally got back the £100 that was taken. All i was offered as compensation was another stay at a reduced rate but out of season. Not good enough for me!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sheilla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking is very expensive. If you live and go somewhere else you find no parking at all. It doesn't count even if you paid for the 24hr stay. On the side of the road there's no parking spaces available at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024