Sea Stone Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (4527 reviews)
Exeter Road , Bournemouth , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Limited amenities
Breakfast selection could improve
Shabby furniture in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.7
Some issues mentioned: shabby chair and tired room.
Service
9.2
Excellent, with staff noted for being welcoming and helpful.
Location
9.2
Great location opposite BIC and near the beach.
Room Quality
7.7
Mixed reviews; some rooms were nice while others felt dated.
Amenities
7.2
Limited mini bar and room service options.
Value for Money
8.2
Overall good value but some amenities were lacking.
Food and Beverage
7.7
Breakfast options were limited; some enjoyed the meals while others were disappointed.
Overall Experience
8.7
Mixed feedback, but many guests enjoyed their stays overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 09:33

Property Description

Seafront Setting and Convenient Location
With its seafront setting, the Park Central Hotel is the ideal choice for business and leisure travelers alike. Adjacent to the Bournemouth International Centre and just a 2-minute walk from the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, our hotel offers the perfect base for exploring the city.

Stylish and Luxurious Accommodation
Experience our unique rooms, each exuding its own modern charm. Featuring flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and premium toiletries, our accommodations provide a luxurious stay. Some rooms even offer stunning views of the coastline, ensuring a memorable experience.

Fine Dining Experience at Crab at Bournemouth
Indulge in exquisite cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Crab at Bournemouth, where Michelin star trained chefs craft delectable seafood dishes. Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey without leaving the hotel.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience? Book your stay at Park Central Hotel today.

Important information:

When booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. The cancelation period will not remain as 1 day before the date of arrival.

Please note that the property does not accept stag or hen parties, or similar groups.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOH

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 15 years old to 17 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 14 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4527 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Zena • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Had a really nice comfortable room and staff were lovely

Cons:

Only that it was raining and nothing could have changed that.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent location
Pros:

I booked 3 double rooms for a gig at the BIC. The rooms were such a good size, very spacious, very clean and the bed very comfortable. Plenty of room to get ready. The shower was also very good and powerful. Location is excellent, the BIC is literally just across the road which ideal when you've had a busy fun packed evening and want to get back and relax! Reception staff were also really lovely and welcoming. Great stay, will definitely be our new go to when needed again!

Cons:

There was nothing we didn't like for our stay.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
6
Fine, but at the top price limit for what we got
Cons:

Showers were very small and awkward.
Window in one room was loose and rattled in the wind.
Couldn't turn all radiators off and room got very stuffy.
Only 1 bottle of water for a twin room was a bit odd, most do a bottle per person.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • gb
10
Bargain mid-week stay
Pros:

The location of the hotel was excellent for the Bournemouth International Centre. Price of the room was brilliant value for a night away in mid-February for a concert at the BIC. Included breakfast was an added bonus. Room was cosy with a piping hot shower which was much appreciated

Cons:

Room was on the 4th floor at the front of the hotel opposite the BIC & on the main road with cars, coaches & lorries passing by all night. Secondary glazing may be an idea for some of the rooms at the front of the building.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Moyce • couple • gb
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Staff are friendly and the location is good. Breakfast a bit small but I have had worse

Cons:

Was not great value for money. The cost did not make up for the convenience of the location

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • gb
9
great location for what i wanted.
Pros:

I was there for an event at BIC and so the location was perfect and the hotel was well layed out, my room was very comfortable and i enjoyed the stay.

Cons:

I was disapointed on parking, when i first booked the hotel it said that it had limited parking but that it did have parking, when i arrived i was pleased to see the empty carpark but was told it was for blue badge only and so i parked in a carpark next door for around £22 for the 3 days. What made this disapointing was that during my stay i had a view of the car park and only seen 1 car on the first day and nothing after that. so it was dispaointing to not be able to use the carpark.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great value for central location
Pros:

Large room, good location, superb view.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Dave • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Location is great, 2mins to beach and pier,,2mins to pubs restaurants and town centre shops,

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
3
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Łazieńka

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Sue • extended_group • gb
7
It was ok.
Pros:

Convenient for the theatre and restaurant next door.

Cons:

Breakfast, it was pre cooked apart from the egg and the mushrooms were from a tin, not pleasant.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Marksere • solo_traveller • gb
7
It wasn't a Radisson but it was welcoming
Pros:

The room was excellent

Cons:

The hotel was advertised as a Radisson and it oviously isnt i'm sorry i didn't enjoy the breakfast although the staff were friendly

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • gb
6
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Antonino • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Close to the main attractions, with a spacious room. An upgrade was offered at check-in, which was a nice touch. The staff also gave us a late checkout and held our bags during the day. Unfortunately, payment by card wasn’t possible and we had to use a bank transfer.

Cons:

The price does not match the value. The breakfast, although included, was very poor: limited variety and no possibility to order additional items. Better deals can easily be found elsewhere.

The carpet clearly needs replacing, and the room would benefit from more cleaning products. Additionally, only one bottle of water was provided despite the booking being for two people.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great hotel, a short walk to the pier during sunrise then back to the hotel for a complementary full English
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • gb
10
Really enjoyed my stay every member of staff. Made me feel welcome. The breakfast was served quickly to me and very hot.
Pros:

I didn't want an impeccable soul less hotel.
This had character.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
Łukasz • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Swietna lokalizacja, duzy pokoj swietny widok z okna...

Cons:

Krotki czas serwowania sniadan, nie wszedzie w pokoju bylo czysto tak jak powinno byc.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

room was in the good size ,very clean ,fresh, ved was comfy too.everything was there what we need it. People there were very helpful and friendly.
We had breakfast in the morning. The food was lovely, fresh ,you won't be hungry. I'm sure we back there!

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • gb
1
2 star not 4 star ... If you want luxury, go somewhere else
Pros:

Location

Cons:

False advertising. Rated 4 star luxury however that was from the previous hotel owners which was called the Park Central. This should be a 2 star rated hotel. Dated furniture, wobbly bed, plastic cups, wobbly toilet seat. Undercooked breakfast and water flasks for your tea and coffee. Sorry but this is not 4 star luxury. I have emailed the hotel and booking com to inform them of my concerns.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee