The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns

Hotels
Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
7.8 (988 reviews)
25-27 Stourwood Avenue, Southbourne , Bournemouth , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cold rooms
Dated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.51
Generally clean and comfortable, but some reports of cold rooms and freezing bathrooms.
Service
8.48
Staff were consistently friendly and accommodating, though some concerns raised regarding responsiveness to complaints.
Location
9.02
Great location near the beach, praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
6.97
Rooms were described as small, cold, and dated in some cases.
Amenities
7
Basic amenities available but some issues with heating and outdated fittings.
Value for Money
7.96
Good value for short stays, though some felt it was lacking for longer durations.
Food and Beverage
7.51
Breakfast options generally liked, but some reports of items being overcooked or cold.
Overall Experience
7.98
Generally positive experiences with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:19

Property Description

Prime Location by the Beach
Located on Southbourne clifftop with a stunning view of the Blue Flag beach, The Spyglass & Kettle offers a perfect seaside getaway.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience a cozy stay in rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, a hairdryer, and an en-suite bathroom, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Convenient On-Site Facilities
Enjoy the convenience of an on-site bar & lounge and pub restaurant, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the nearby attractions.

Experience the charm of Southbourne at The Spyglass & Kettle - Book your stay now!

Important information:

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £10 per pet, per night applies. Please note that a maximum of 1 pet is allowed per room. Please note that the property can only allow small and medium-sized dogs.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 988 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.51
Service: 8.48
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 6.97
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 7.51
Overall Experience: 7.98
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Patrick couple gb
10
Friendly staff, comfy bed, great location.
Pros:

Location, friendly and helpful staff, spacious room on second floor, comfy bed and tea/coffee facilities.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Diane couple gb
10
A great stay.
Pros:

The pub had parking and was in a great location. Easy to book in, and they last minute changed our room to a family room for us. They take dogs, and are properly dog friendly. All the staff were great, friendly and professional. Breakfast was excellent value. A good stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Fernando couple gb
7
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
8
It as good
Pros:

All members of staff so friendly and helpful - prompt service when eating.

Cons:

Climbing the stairs - but thankful I can - I'm 89

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Calum solo_traveller gb
7
Good crash spot for a one night stay with truly welcoming staff
Pros:

Great location, lovely staff, free parking, vegan breakfast on request.

Cons:

Mattress and pillows weren’t great. Paper thin walls meant I was woken up at 5am by the guest in the adjacent room speaking in the phone.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
10
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing stay would recommend it to anyone
Pros:

The staff were amazing
Really busy Mother’s Day on the Sunday but we’re out of this world and the food

Cons:

Lots stairs no lift

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
7
Great location, friendly welcome and good value
Pros:

Location and welcome were excellent. Bed was comfy too

Cons:

Bath water was brown and it was quite noisy on the street at night but to be expected from the location.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Di Menzo solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location was fantastic.A short walk to the beach. Food was nice & not too pricey. Staff were lovely & service was great.

Cons:

Key card for the bedroom door was temperamental. More lighting in the room with maybe a lamp near the dressing table.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Melanie solo_traveller gb
9
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
7
Great stay would definitely book again
Pros:

Location suited us perfectly for beach & town parking onsite or in the street no problem
Breakfast was exceptional service by the staff during our stay was second to non
Entertainment live music at night great atmosphere
Room was comfortable with everything you needed

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Pieter couple gb
10
Vereyt comforatable overnight stay with a friendly reception and great service
Pros:

Excellent location that met our needs for a 1 night stay,delightful pub with a warm friendly buzz,and great service from staff

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Dore couple gb
8
Excellent location, a great place to stay with your dog. Staff are very friendly
Pros:

Breakfast was good. Asked for something that wasn't on the menu, and they delivered a tasty meal. Great food.

Cons:

The room we had, has sloping ceiling, so bending down especially in the bathroom.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Frank couple gb
8
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Georgina couple gb
1
Wasn’t happy at all
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Shower didn’t work and was very hot was placed at the top and was too hot being pregnant with not much air would like a refund if can please I left in tears

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Lynda couple gb
8
2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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joy couple gb
8
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Cabrera couple gb
8
Lovely staff and value for money.
Pros:

The staff were super friendly and helpful! We were able to park right near the hotel, which was great.

Cons:

The bathroom wasn't as clean as I would have liked.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Lena family_with_children gb
10
A fantastic, dog-friendly stay with great food, lovely staff, and the beach right across the road
Pros:

We absolutely loved staying at the Spyglass & Kettle! It was incredibly dog friendly, both in the pub area and in the room we stayed in, which made such a difference for us. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the food was really good, and we even got to enjoy live music on Friday night, which was lovely. The location is excellent, with the beach right across the road, you really couldn’t ask for more. We’d definitely stay again!

2026-03-03 via Nuitee