Applewood Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (142 reviews)
7 Durley Road, West Cliff, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5JQ , Bournemouth , GB

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Small room sizes
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Guests frequently mention excellent cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms.
Service
9.12
Staff are consistently described as very friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.95
Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach and town center.
Room Quality
8.61
Rooms are generally comfortable, although some found them small.
Amenities
8.74
Standard amenities provided, with some mentioning the dining room and free parking.
Value for Money
8.7
Good value emphasized by guests appreciating what they received for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Breakfast quality was acceptable but noted as basic by some guests.
Overall Experience
9.01
Consistently positive experiences, with many guests mentioning return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 08:36

Property Description

Terrace and Garden Views
Take in the stunning views from the terrace and garden at Applewood Hotel, perfect for relaxing and unwinding during your stay.

Dining and Refreshment Options
Indulge in delectable meals at the on-site restaurant, grab a quick snack at the coffee shop, and sip on your favorite drink at the trendy bar/lounge.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, express check-in/out services, and multilingual staff. Free self-parking is available. The 18 guestrooms feature LED TVs, designer toiletries, and cozy blackout curtains for a restful sleep.

Experience the best of Bournemouth at Applewood Hotel. Book now to secure your stay with us!

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: BOH

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 142 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.12
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.61
Amenities: 8.74
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 9.01
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VolkanT family_with_children tr
9
Great small hotel with a good price point.
Pros:

Staff was friendly, location was good - around 8 mins walk to get to the beach.
Hotel was clean overall and beds were comfortable.

Cons:

Cold water pressure was a bit low.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Jochen solo_traveller de
7
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller je
9
Great Hotel and I’ve already booked to stay again later in the year
Pros:

Good location for nearby pubs and restaurants. Parking on site. The room was very comfortable and clean with tea and coffee facilities. Staff were very welcoming. The price is very good value for money.

Cons:

It was exceptionally hot weather so even with the fan provided and window open it was still warm in the room.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Astrid family_with_children de
6
Pros:

Freundlicher Empfang

Cons:

Unser Auto wurde n der Nacht ausgeräumt . Hotelpersonal meinte, das käme öfter vor, die Polizei würde aber nichts tun. Das Hotel selbst sollte dringend für mehr Sicherheit sorgen oder zumindest die Gäste explizit darauf hinweisen, wirklich alles mit aufs Zimmer zu nehmen und nicht einfach hinnehmen, dass dies immer wieder passiert.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Michael couple de
8
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Erika family_with_children hu
7
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Katie family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Warm welcome and easy check in.
Free and convenient parking was a real bonus.
Clean and comfortable room - there was a heatwave during our stay, the addition of a fan was really appreciated, as were the blackout curtains.
We enjoyed evening drinks in the lovely, child friendly garden.
We are a family of 4 (two sons, both aged 6)
Would re-visit and recommend Applewood.
The closest beach wasn't for us but as previous noted, there was a heatwave and it was a bank holiday weekend, so VERY busy. We used Applewood as a base to explore Brownsea Island and Southmouth - would recommend both for a visit if travelling with young children.

Cons:

No negatives from us but we thought a mini fridge would be a lovely addition to the room.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple gb
10
A thoroughly delightful stay in a wonderful hotel .
Pros:

Clean , comfy and welcoming .
The staff were delightful, the bedroom and bathroom were spacious and very clean .
Lovely breakfast.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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George solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely place, after exploring Bournemouth I was able to sit in the garden with a cool beer.
Pros:

Made to feel very welcome I arrived too early but was able to book and park my vehicle in the car park. I was given help and directions so that I could then go off and explore Bournemouth. Breakfast was good and served by two delightful children who were learning the ropes.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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elaine solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Mihaela family_with_children gb
10
Lovely family run hotel, beautifully decorated, with friendly staff and close to the beach.
Pros:

Free parking, bunk bed, room design

Cons:

To make it better a wardrobe, a room fridge and air conditioning would make it superb.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Georg solo_traveller at
10
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Tine couple nl
9
We waren hier 3 dagen tijdens onze reis door Zuid Engeland
Pros:

Mooi en smaakvol ingericht. Lekkere tuin, goed ontbijt. Vriendelijke eigenaren en hun gezin.

Cons:

Geen opmerkingen

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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IAN solo_traveller za
9
Pros:

Good value for money experience.

Cons:

The stairs.

Small bathroom.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Annette couple gb
8
Comfortable and convenient
Pros:

Clean and comfortable with the added bonus of on site parking

Cons:

Everything was good

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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S solo_traveller gb
10
I needed a non expensive, single bed for four nights with an ensuite, free wifi and parking. Perfect
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful. It is clean, well cared for and beautifully decorated.
The room was a single room cleverly compact but perfect for my needs.
Free parking was an absolute bonus.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Vicky extended_group gb
10
We all loved staying at the Applewood Hotel and have booked to go back again
Pros:

The moment you walk through the door the hotel smells beautiful, it is clean and the receptionist was very welcoming, helpful and accommodating. The rooms decor are stylish and give a warm ambience. The large double bed was very comfortable!

Cons:

We would have liked the bar and garden to be accessible beyond 9pm so we could have finished our evening off back at the hotel.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Garyse solo_traveller gb
7
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Adrienne couple gb
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee