The Lodge of Heavy Leisure

Hotels
9.3 (331 reviews)
23 Argyll Road , Bournemouth , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Limited parking
No tea/coffee facilities in room

Categories

Cleanliness
9.38
Guests noted that the hotel was spotlessly clean and tidy, far cleaner than others in the price range.
Service
9.85
Staff received high praise for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.39
Great location noted for proximity to entertainment venues and main attractions.
Room Quality
8.84
Rooms were described as big, comfy, and beautifully decorated, though some mentioned issues with temperature.
Amenities
8.37
Limited amenities such as no tea and coffee in rooms and some concerns about parking.
Value for Money
9.33
Guests felt they received exceptional value for the high quality provided.
Food and Beverage
9.88
Food quality received consistent praise, particularly the breakfast which was described as amazing.
Overall Experience
9.35
Overall positive reviews indicated a highly satisfactory experience, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-30 19:10

Property Description

Prime Location near Beaches
Modern Amenities
Relaxing Sauna Experience

Experience seaside luxury at Deus Ex Machina Hotel in Bournemouth. Featuring modern amenities, a prime beachside location, and a relaxing sauna, this non-smoking property is the perfect choice for your coastal getaway. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

The restaurant will be closed at 3pm Monday-Wednesday.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 331 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.38
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 9.33
Food and Beverage: 9.88
Overall Experience: 9.35
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Sam couple gb
9
Funky seaside getaway
Pros:

Loved the vibe and the decor
Food was great and reasonably priced

Cons:

My only criticism is that there isn’t a mini fridge in the room (4) there’s plenty of space for one and it would be handy for keeping drinks and medication cold during the hot weather.
Also there is no chair in the room, the only place to sit is the bed

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Vadeikyte couple gb
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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ANA solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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GILLES solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

L'ambiance du lieu, l'équipement dans les chambres très spacieuses et bien décorées.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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talsha solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

How unique it is.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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JULIA solo_traveller gb
10
Dog friendly, cool vibe and fantastic food.
Pros:

Dog friendly.
Friendly staff.
Gorgeous food.
Great bar with good music.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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sophie couple gb
10
Super laid back, great food and super family friendly accommodation
Pros:

Super cool, great rooms for families and amazing food. I also think it was great value. Would definitely stay again.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Alex couple gb
9
Overnight stay en route from France to Scotland and it was so so nice to get into the room after a long day
Pros:

Quirky and interesting… spacious bedroom
Very reasonably priced and an excellent breakfast was included

Cons:

Not a criticism as such… tricky to locate at 10:30 pm in a strange town

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Yuen Yee family_with_children hk
9
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Jon couple gb
7
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Omid family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Cécile couple fr
9
Une étape parfaite 🤩
Pros:

Très jolies chambres, la décoration est très soignée, le personnel souriant et agréable. Les petits déjeuners simples mais avec de très bons produits.

Cons:

Notre chambre un peu bruyante le matin avec la mise en route des systèmes de ventilation et groupes froids du restaurant.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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John-Paul couple gb
7
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Kim family_with_children gb
10
Amazing would definitely do again
Pros:

Overall lovely stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Julia couple gb
10
Amazing, must stay hotel. Loved it!
Pros:

Everything! Comfortable, convenient, lovely staff, bar, breakfast…… it is very different aesthetically but loved the way they’ve created the atmosphere. I’d highly recommend and we would certainly return. I’ve already recommended it to the family!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Mohamed couple gb
10
Perfect and I am very pleased that I have choosen this place.
Pros:

I really liked everything about this place. It is in a perfect location, and the staff are very polite and welcoming. If you are driving, the free parking in a busy area adds extra value.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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jamie family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
A good & comfortable spot to explore Bournemouth from.
Pros:

The breakfast was freshly done each day. The location was ok for us as were big walkers & the beach not too far away. Buses ran regularly & we could use our free bus passes. The staff were friendly, courteous & treated us as their guests. The icing on the cake was my husband & I celebrated our 48th anniversary there & the next day was my 70th birthday. They all congratulated us/me & got me a card & roses. I felt very humble & special that they did that so a big thank you to them all.

Cons:

The duvet was not for the summer and the pillows were either very soft or very hard. So a better choice would be more acceptable.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Renée family_with_children gb
9
We loved The Lodge and would definitely stay again!
Pros:

Loved the aesthetic of the whole place and our room

Cons:

Broken hot water tap meant no self serve tea!

2026-08-08 via Nuitee