The Lodge of Heavy Leisure

Hotels
9.3 (292 reviews)
23 Argyll Road , Bournemouth , gb

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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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 292 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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Hobday • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Amber • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Love this hotel! Love the vibe, staff are extremely attentive and friendly!
The decor is fab.
Have stayed here 4 times now and have rebooked our return visit!!
One happy customer 😎

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ie
8
Nice well equipped rooms with good food and services.
Pros:

Liked the decor and size of the rooms.
Menu was new and varied
Service quick and cheerful

Cons:

Limited parking in a busy neighbourhood but that is typical of popular area near a beach in good weather

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Het ontbijt was uitzonderlijk lekker. Hebben er drie dagen ontbeten maar had graag alles van de kaart geproefd.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
9
First visit to Boscombe; this property exceeded our expectations of the area.
Pros:

We loved the style of the property, and the real plants even in the rooms, not just the communal areas. The breakfast, and breakfast 'lounge', was excellent. Our room had air conditioning, a huge bed, and good choice of channels/services on tv. The staff were very friendly, and made us feel relaxed as soon as we arrived. We would definitely recommend to friends, and re-book if we visit the area again.

Cons:

The parking was very limited, but there was on-street parking nearby, but it could be a bit of a walk with luggage. Fine for us, but this could be problematic. This needs to be made more clear in the description of the property. The breakfast was excellent, but we would have liked tomatoes and/or mushrooms to make it exceptional. The sauna is no longer available.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
The décor may catch first-time visitors off guard, but look past it and there is plenty to enjoy.
Pros:

Check in was easy and relaxed. Expectations of hotel clearly explained. Room was very clean with all necessary amenities. Coffee availale from a self service bar on the landing.

Cons:

We found the breakfast arrangement 'different' and i'm guessing others did as well. For us, the stay was excellent value but the way breakfast works took the edge off our visit. Five or six choices on a menu and you are invited to choose one item and a coffee, the majority like us picked poached egg on sourdough toast. The eggs were devoid of most of their white and the toast was undercooked and tough. Not a great parting memory.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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simon • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Great staff and clean room

Cons:

No desk in room or anywhere to work

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
Close to the beach and the town, a place with a great personality
Pros:

Loved the attention to detail in the decor, it’s nice to go somewhere that isn’t generic and has an identity, and still spotlessly clean and with great service, good coffee and a delicious breakfast too!

Cons:

No negatives at all.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent in every way
Pros:

Friendly and very helpful staff. Room was spotless. We travel quite a lot running our business and this is one of the best hotels that we have stayed in. Highly recommended and will definitely visit again.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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OS • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Frances • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • gb
7
All was OK. But more for younger people.
Pros:

Room clean, bed comfortable. Pillows a bit too plump. Bathroom was clean and good. Staff all young and friendly. Ideally placed for beach, Chine Gardens and beach.

Cons:

More for young people. No tea making facility in room. Had to carry hot cups of drinks up flight of stairs from fridge/hot tap on landing. A bit dangerous and would not stay hot in cooler weather. Food menu a bit strange. Breakfast had only sourdough bread. Not to everyone’s choice. Need a pot of tea , not just a cup. Had to ask for jam. No butter supplied. Should offer their spice in a separate pot..

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Langford • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel with an exciting vibe. Excellent room with great furnishings and tech. Very stylish and comfortable. Food was tremendous. All the staff were superb. We felt very well looked after

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

A brilliant place to stay. The atmosphere was fantastic, and the team were incredibly helpful. The food and drinks were also excellent. Highly recommended.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel with chilled vibe and great food
Pros:

Nice vibe in the bar area on a sunny day, lovely family room (room 3). We didn’t need the 3 extra beds. It’s perfect for a family with 3 pre teen kids. Would recommend the steak burger and the breakfast! Friendly team.

Cons:

Parking is limited at the hotel (6 spaces) and not many free spaces on the nearby streets. It was a very sunny day when we arrived so everyone was at the nearby beach! You might need to wait until a space is available and then move your car. We got lucky not long after arriving.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Phelan • couple • gb
10
We had an excellent one night stay at this hotel and will 100% return.
Pros:

Unique experience

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were all incredibly friendly and accommodating. The food and coffee was excellent. It was an easy walk to the beach. The room was well proportioned, decor was quirky and tasteful and the bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Road noise was quite noticeable in our room at night.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • family_with_children • gb
10
A differentiated experience and fantastic customer service
Pros:

Attention to detail was high across the board and all of the staff shared the same attitude towards excellent customer service which was really welcomed and appreciated. The general feel and design of the hotel was standout throughout the hotel and made you really feel like you were part of the experience

Cons:

The bed's weren't the comfiest but were adequate

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee