Sea Stone Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (4535 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 4535 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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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
8
Defo come again
Pros:

Very friendly staff lovely big rooms

Cons:

Breakfast wasn’t nice and coffee and tea was cold

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Cadinouche • couple • gb
6
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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zena • extended_group • gb
5
The location was good and the room clean , however I would not return to this hotel
Pros:

Hotel situated near town centre and also the beach. Check in was pleasant, staff member was very helpful when I enquired about directions to an event I was attending.

Cons:

The hotel is no way 4* as advertised, it’s very dated and tired looking, beds uncomfortable and the cooked breakfast was dreadful, not cooked properly, lots of patrons complained about it .

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Deal • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely big room and comfy bed. Staff were polite and location perfect for the BIC.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Leah • couple • gb
8
Perfect location, a little uncomfortable.
Pros:

We booked here to see a show at the BIC. Literally just a cross of the road, ideal! And also not far from nightlife and very close to the pier and waterfront too. Location couldn't have been better.

Cons:

Beds were a little uncomfortable and the inside of the hotel was a little outdated. However the location and value for money was great, so overall a good experience. The shower was pretty bad, it did what we needed it to but I'm glad I only had to shower once here.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • au
3
Very tired and in need of updating
Pros:

Lovely view and great location. Comfortable bed and a very spacious room.

Cons:

The lobby, corridors and room were very dated and shabby, in need of refurbishment. It smelt musty and was overall very tired. The room was also very noisy as though the window was open but it wasn't.

Breakfast was really quite terrible. Cheap bread for the toast as well as cheap condiments and jams etc. tea and coffee from an urn which wasn't great as it was run out by the time we got there. Crockery was dirty. Our sausages were basically raw - so we avoided eating it as we didn't fancy getting food poisoning! Plus a sad little rasher of streaky bacon.

Sadly we won't book to stay again.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
10
A lovely weekend , booked the hotel on an impulse. But was not disappointed!
Pros:

Location , large bedrooms, comfortable beds

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Traveler1978YZ • family_with_children • gb
4
Pros:

Sea view.

Cons:

Where should I start?
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I’m writing to express my disappointment with my recent stay at the hotel.

The most serious issue was the shower: the water turned cold approximately two minutes after I started. With shampoo in my hair, I had no choice but to finish in freezing water. This is unacceptable for any hotel, particularly at this price point.

I booked and paid for an executive room; however, the room did not meet the expected standard. The condition and overall experience were well below what I associate with that category.

Breakfast was also disappointing - the food was oily, soggy, and the selection was very limited. As a result, I chose not to return for breakfast on my third day.

I was offered compensation in the form of a discount for a future stay, but given this experience, I am not confident about returning.


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2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Jenna • couple • gb
6
Was ok
Pros:

Location was good as it was opposite the bic

Cons:

Person on reception wasnt helpful telling us where our room is.
Breakfast was not good at all! Sausages and bacon wasnt cooked enough

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
6
Great for a weekend stay but eat elsewhere.
Pros:

Excellent location
Very outdated and tired looking but clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast was an absolute joke, service was slow, everything was the cheapest of the cheap, tea and coffee was tasteless. Sausages came out raw, not as slightly undercooked but RAW, poached eggs came out resembling a really hard boiled egg, suggest they get rid of the “cook”

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicki • couple • gb
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • solo_traveller • fr
7
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Manuel • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee