Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel and Spa

Hotels
Best Western Plus
8.8 (2489 reviews)
30 West Hill Rd, West Cliff , Bournemouth , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming staff
Clean and well-maintained hotel
Good location
Cons:
Food quality issues
Some rooms outdated
Cold pool water

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
The reviews mention that the hotel was clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.55
Staff were frequently noted as welcoming and helpful, providing excellent service.
Location
9.05
The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient for guests.
Room Quality
8.55
While some rooms were noted as basic or outdated, others were spacious and clean.
Amenities
8.55
Amenities like the spa and pool received mixed reviews but were generally appreciated.
Value for Money
8.55
Some guests felt their experiences did not match the cost, especially with issues regarding food.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Several complaints about food quality and service; more positive mentions required for a higher score.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 08:09

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in elegantly designed rooms with modern amenities and some with private balconies at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel and Spa.

Bluewater Spa Retreat
Relax and rejuvenate at the 20-yard swimming pool, hot tub, gym, sauna, and deluxe beauty suites at the hotel's spa.

Gastronomic Delights
Experience award-winning dining at the Connaught Brasserie, offering a diverse menu made from locally sourced ingredients, complemented by a vast selection of gins at the Gin Bar.

Ready to experience luxury and relaxation at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel and Spa? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Full payment is required on arrival by the hotel.

Guests who book on a dinner bed and breakfast basis will have full choice from the hotel's Brasserie menu - some supplements may apply to certain items.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, Dec 25, 2026 until Fri, Dec 25, 2026
Spa/wellness center is closed from 2026-12-25 until 2026-12-25
Sauna is closed from 2026-12-25 until 2026-12-25
Fitness center is closed from 2026-12-25 until 2026-12-25
Hot tub/jacuzzi is closed from 2026-12-25 until 2026-12-25
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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.
    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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2489 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Charlotte solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The spa treatments and the food

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Mathew couple gb
10
Amazing
Pros:

Truly fantastic place to stay

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
8
Value for money. Good location excellent staff
Pros:

Breakfast and location good.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Jane solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
9
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Riya couple gb
4
The stay was really bad. We came to enjoy our stay and to celebrate my fiancé birthday. They have given us complimentary
Pros:

The swimming pool was good.

Cons:

It’s bit concerning in the property that there is no senior manager or any receptionist working in the nights. There was only luggage porter who works in that night and he doesn’t know how to speak with the guests. The night porter name is Ibrahim and he is not literate.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Karen solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Charles solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Free to residents

Cons:

Hotel was very quiet

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
8
Pleasant stay overnight
Pros:

Central, easy to find and park. Quick check in. Clean and comfortable. Food in restaurant was nice.

Cons:

Wi-Fi was a bit hit and miss.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Jasmine solo_traveller gb
7
So good I came back!
Pros:

The staff are really friendly and helpful and the hotel is beautiful and clean.
The rooms are comfortable.
The location is good. Everything is in walking distance.

Cons:

It’s my second time staying there and the same problem as the last time is that the room cards continually stop working randomly and it’s a bit uncomfortable standing soaked in a towel and swimwear in the foyer waiting to have your card activated again.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Andy couple gb
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Lynda couple gb
3
Uncomfortable and disappointing
Pros:

The ambiance in the lounge area

Cons:

My room. Why do hitels give sungle travellers second rate rooms! It was small cramped and nothing like any photo on the website

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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ag_507 couple pl
7
Pros:

We really enjoyed the room, swimingpool and jacuzzi, as well as location to town center.

Cons:

Beakfast was poor, worst than we expected. There were no vegetables, no cheese or ham for sandwiches. Menu was purely English breakfast with poorly cooked bacon and beans. Scarmbled eggs were not better. Last day we decided to skip it and went for restaurant options in town. Perhaps for British Citizen this is normal food but not for others.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Neda couple gb
6
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Sue extended_group gb
10
Enjoyed a lovely break
Pros:

I just booked room only excellent friendly staff did have one evening meal which was excellent thoroughly enjoyed my stay

Cons:

The beds were very hard

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Martyn couple gb
4
Noticed a bad stain on the inner quilt cover on bed the first morning seem to be a chocolate or some kind of food stain.
Pros:

Been there before not a bad location, but not the best

Cons:

Rooms for value for money too small bathroom much too small

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Nigel solo_traveller gb
9
Best Western Connaught
Pros:

Lovely stay, hotel was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was great

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller gb
6
2 day trip
Pros:

plenty of parking.

Cons:

steep hill had a 83yr old and a month old so cabs on the way up. small rooms for doubles. breakfast seemed alittle expensive and was warm at best on 2nd day.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee