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The Kensington Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Bournemouth Beach in Bournemouth

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Restaurant
Interior
Standard Double Room
Front of property
Beach nearby

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5LE
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room | Living room

Family Quadruple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bournemouth

Bournemouth City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Bournemouth City Centre hotel, you'll find Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. Durley Chine Beach and The Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oceanarium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinocchio Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪the palm - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flirt Café Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Hotel near Bournemouth Beach in Bournemouth
As a guest of The Kensington Hotel, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Kensington Hotel also features express check-in, room service (during limited hours), and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Bournemouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Kensington Hotel offers 37 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Bournemouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5.99 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Kensington Hotel to the airport?

The Kensington Hotel is 6.7 mi (11-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on Jun 18, 2026 start from CA $77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Kensington Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kensington Hotel.

How close is The Kensington Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach and 8-minute walk from Durley Chine Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Kensington Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Kensington Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 5.99 per person.

Is there a casino at The Kensington Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (14-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Kensington Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a pool?

The Kensington Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Kensington Hotel to downtown Bournemouth?

The Kensington Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Bournemouth.

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 219 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovley stay and staff where vwry freindly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Matthew

Walkable to beach and free parking was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walking distance to attractions and restaurants. Very clean, easy check in and was told all about the area and history of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospitable and cozy

It was great; we’ll stay there again next visit. It was very convenient to the beach and town center.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with a bit more tea and coffee in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manami

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff is very kind. I want to stay here again at bournemouth trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent for a visit to Bournemouth.

We enjoyed our stay at the Kensington hotel. In a nutshell I can’t fault it! We would definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay in Bournemouth

Friendly and informative gentlemen on reception. Our third visit and we will be back. Location ideal for town and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff. Gentleman at front desk had lots of local information.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Friendly, no frills, and convenient location

No frills but cheerful seaside hotel. Convenient location and good size room. Don't expect luxury but friendly service and simple accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had no record of my already fully paid account. Great stress and anxiety. Cold room at night as they turned the heating off, and only a summer quilt in the winter. No hooks in bathroom for towels. No replenishment of tea and coffee for 3 days. I will not stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tony

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 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maihrnisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff. Not far from beach. Downside was the noise coming from next room of loud music. Also lot of banging doors till early hours of the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gosh hotel

Walking distance to everything, very clean and comfortable. But bring a body shower soap and shampoo, there are none in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location Great staff.

Nice hotel in a convenient location for the centre of town. Very welcoming staff. Elaine at the front desk showed us up to our room and told us all we needed to know. A nice change from the usual ...' your room is on the second floor'.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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4/10 Poor

Marina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was nice and quiet friendly staff too. The room was a nice size and clean. Some things it could do with is bedside lamps and a mirror. The bed was a bit uncomfortable too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daljit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not enough parking slots, staff not available all the time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had 2 of my contractors stay here, they were bitten to death, the rooms were unclean, the hotel was noisy. We will not stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a hotel with parking. Couldn't park
Stayed 1 night in May 2024