Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth

$$$$||View on mapBournemouth, United KingdomBath Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom|
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Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth
Bath Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.0
Staff8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.4
Comfort7.4
Facilities7.3
Value for money7.3
Who stays here
Couples58%
Solo21%
Families14%
Groups7%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.0
Staff8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.4
Comfort7.4
Facilities7.3
Value for money7.3
Who stays here
Couples58%
Solo21%
Families14%
Groups7%

4-Star Historic Seafront Hotel in Bournemouth - Opened in 1838 on Queen Victoria's Coronation Day

Accommodation & History

Opened on Queen Victoria's coronation day in June 1838, the Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth was the first hotel in Bournemouth. The hotel has classically styled rooms, with some offering views of the secluded grounds and across the Bournemouth coastline. Rooms include small double rooms that can be surprisingly spacious, with some featuring balconies or sea views.

Dining & Entertainment

Oscar's Brasserie serves buffet-style breakfast and dinner daily. The Bar & Lounge offers afternoon tea, alcoholic drinks, and a lunch/dinner menu. Café Promenade overlooks the pier and serves tea, coffee, smoothies, and ice cream in summer. Evening entertainment includes live music, tribute breaks, bingo, quizzes, and shows from the hotel's in-house entertainment team.

Wellness & Leisure

Guests can access the Health & Leisure club for a small surcharge. Facilities include a heated indoor pool, equipped gym, jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room. The hotel also has beautiful manicured gardens with outdoor furniture and sea views, open to all guests.

Weddings & Events

The Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth has a unique Secret Garden venue for outdoor weddings overlooking the sea. The Kings Hall can accommodate wedding ceremonies and receptions. Conference facilities are flexible and can host corporate events and special occasions for groups up to 400 guests.

Pet-Friendly & Location

The hotel welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs per room for an additional £20 per night. However, dogs are not allowed in the bar, restaurant, or entertainment areas. The hotel is a short walking distance to Bournemouth Pier, Lower Gardens, and the town centre, with the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site nearby.

  • History: Opened in 1838 on Queen Victoria's coronation day, first hotel in Bournemouth
  • Location: 3-minute walk to Bournemouth Pier and beach, 5 minutes to town centre
  • Dining: Oscar's Brasserie (buffet breakfast & dinner), Bar & Lounge (afternoon tea, lunch, dinner), Café Promenade (seasonal drinks with pier views)
  • Wellness: Heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, gym at Health & Leisure club (surcharge)
  • Pet Policy: Up to two dogs per room (£20/night), dogs not allowed in bar, restaurant or entertainment areas
  • Entertainment: Live music, tribute breaks, bingo, quizzes, and evening shows by in-house entertainment team
  • Events: Secret Garden outdoor wedding venue, Kings Hall for ceremonies, conference space for up to 400 guests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:30
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 12.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of rooms:197
Former name
De Vere Royal Bath
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Rooms and availability

One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Sauna

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth

💵 Lowest room price 31 £
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
✈️ Distance to airport 10.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bournemouth, BOH

Location

Bath Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Bath Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Bath Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Harbour
Bournemouth Pier
350 m
Gallery
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
220 m
Parking area
Bournemouth International Centre
460 m
Theatre
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
310 m
Church
St Peter's Church
370 m
Gallery
Westover Gallery
350 m
Casino
Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth
90 m
Park
Bournemouth Parks
340 m
Pier Approach
Bournemouth Observation Wheel
260 m
Undercliff Drive
The Polar Bear on the Isle of Wight
550 m
Mall
BH2 Leisure Complex
460 m
Miniature Golf Course
Bournemouth Gardens Classic Mini Golf
290 m
Bournemouth BH1 3DU
Red Arrows Memorial
430 m
2 Upper Hinton Rd
Mary Shelley's Grave
330 m
Unnamed Road
Christmas Tree Wonderland
370 m
Casino
Genting Casino Bournemouth
530 m
Restaurant
Harry Ramsden's
320 m
Restaurant
Funki Griller
90 m
Restaurant
Sushi & Roll
40 m
Restaurant
Oscar's Restaurant
40 m
Restaurant
Thyme
70 m
Restaurant
Wagamama
190 m
Restaurant
Aruba Restaurant & Bar
370 m
Restaurant
The Terrace Bistro
300 m
Restaurant
NEO Restaurant
360 m

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FAQ about Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?
Guests of Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth can visit St Peter's Church (nearly 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Bournemouth Pier placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel?
The closest airport to Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel is Bournemouth airport (10 km) and it is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Is there a parking at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers public parking on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to this perfect hotel?
Dining options nearby this perfect hotel include Harry Ramsden's restaurant serving British dishes (nearly 5 minutes' walk from the property) and Turtle Bay restaurant famous with Jamaican cuisine (650 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?
Guests of the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth can check in from 15:00 to 23:30 and check out from 10:00 to 10:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
How much does it cost to stay at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel?
The price for a room in the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel starts at $154.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types are available at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?
Standard Room, Twin Room, and King Suite are among the room types available at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel?
Each room at the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel offers a TV set, some units feature en suite bathrooms along with toiletries.
What spa facilities does the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth hotel include a Jacuzzi, sauna facilities, and an indoor pool.
Is there a swimming pool in the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?
Yes, the perfect Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth features a swimming pool.
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