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The Durley Dean Hotel

4.0 star property

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Durley Dean Hotel features a classic architectural style with a prominent entrance and illuminated facade.
Dine in style with elegant tables, comfortable chairs, and a lush potted plant.
Swim laps in a serene pool surrounded by a textured finish and recessed lighting.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, surrounded by large windows and vibrant floral wallpaper.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a central reception desk, a chandelier, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
28 West Cliff Road, West Cliff, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5HE
  • Bournemouth Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bournemouth Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Relax in a cozy space with a neatly made bed, wooden nightstand, and large mirror.

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room

Enjoy a restful stay in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, a cozy throw blanket, and a window offering a view of the surrounding cityscape.

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room (2adults + 2 children) with Air Conditioning

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside table, and a separate bunk bed, set against a vibrant floral backdrop.

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

View all photos for Compact Double Room

Comfortable retreat with a neatly made bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Compact Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room (2adults + 1 children) with Air Conditioning

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable seating area.

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

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room (with Air Conditioning)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

Superior Double or Twin Room (with Air Conditioning)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

Relax in a cozy space with a neatly made bed, wooden nightstand, and large mirror.

Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms (with Air Conditioning)

Classic hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a bench.

Family Room, Connecting Rooms (with Air Conditioning)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Superior Family Room (2adults + 3 children) with Air Conditioning

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside table, and a separate bunk bed, set against a vibrant floral backdrop.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Family Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside table, and a separate bunk bed, set against a vibrant floral backdrop.

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 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Poole Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 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 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 hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
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 transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • No. 28

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 at the property
For any questions, 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

catherine mae

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

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

Good location friendly staff

Location great only a short walk to beach and 12 minute walk to the town centre. Clean hotel with helpful and friendly staff. Gym, small but functional, Steam room small but does the job, Sauna a bit disappointing as it wasn't hot at all. Swimming pool small but usable. overall great stay price affordable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The hotel staff were absolutely lovely and the hotel is in a good location for the price, just a short walk down to the beach/ town. However the hotel itself is a bit dated and our room, especially the bathroom, was fairly unclean with dirty bed sheets and towels. The spa facilities are also quite small.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Yasar

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff not helpful for guests, complaint about AC not working as soon as I got there but it didn’t get resolved for the duration of my stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful from reception to front of house staff. All attentivr and avalible. Evening food was superb and realy well presented. Pool was great as was the steam room and sauna overall great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful My kids lovely the pool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great relaxing long weekend break just ashamed I had to go back to work again on Tuesday would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff . Lovely swimming pool Although very busy . Nice comfortable bar and lovely buffet breakfast with good quality food . Room was clean and quiet and within walking distance of the town and sea front .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room clean and comfortable bathroom bit tired
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

DurleyDean Review April 2025

The negatives- swimming pool is very small and not monitored properly with the amount of people using it and becomes unbearable. The hotel is very dated and in need of updating. The double beds are very small. Parking is a nightmare and you’re lucky to get a space and if you do it’s £15 a day. Stepped access on the bedroom floors even after using the lift. The positives - bar food at the hotel is very nice, bar area is relaxing and dog friendly if needed, hotel is clean and tidy, breakfast is good value at £11.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is ‘of its day’ in style and furniture but the warm welcome and helpfulness of staff made up for the slightly tired decor. Friendly Resturant staff and excellent tasty breakfast. All in all, with good transport links, near to beach and decent facilities it’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

No problems great helpful staff great facilities good breakfast Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Vivienne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Parking expensive and a long walk to hotel from street parking but apart from that our stay was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris, Northampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Theatre trip

Nice room clean and tidy. Lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carla

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very poor stay noisy air conditioning notice on floor 3 kept awake all night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

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

Don’t stay here

Absolutely horrific hotel do not stay here!! Bed sheets clearly hadn’t been changed they were stained with what looked like blood! The toilet seat was basically brown. Dust everywhere! Pillows are rock hard. Paid extra for the better/bigger room didn’t even have a bath. Emailed with a complaint shouldn’t have even bothered the owner is RUDE and accused us of basically causing the mess ourself and a reply of “It the same as eating a whole meal and then saying you didn’t like it and wanting it for free“ Don’t waste your money!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the Durley Dean. Location is next to the beach and perfect for a walk to the pier. We also walked an hour to Sandbanks all along the beach path. Breakfast was tasty and plenty of choice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025