The Orchid Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3539 reviews)
34 Gervis Road , Bournemouth , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Lift out of order
Extra charges for parking
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
There were mentions of stains in the room and issues with deep cleaning.
Service
9.4
Staff was consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.4
Several reviews highlighted the great location for access to town and attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Some issues noted, like blocked basins and temperature control.
Amenities
7.4
Complaints about missing shower gel and blocked sink indicate areas needing improvement.
Value for Money
7.9
Customers felt extras like parking and breakfast should have been included.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Good breakfast service mentioned, but not included for all guests.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall positive with some noted issues, but guests expressed willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:31

Property Description

Prime Location near Sandy Beaches:
Orchid Hotel is ideally situated just a short stroll from the East Cliff sandy beaches, offering guests a perfect seaside getaway.

Comfortable Accommodation and Dining Options:
Each room at Orchid Hotel is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can indulge in a delicious full English breakfast at the No 34 restaurant and savor evening meals or breakfast in the charming 1-acre garden.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions:
With 2 function rooms, a fully licensed bar, and a 24-hour reception, Orchid Hotel caters to all guest needs. Explore the nearby Bournemouth beach, city centre shops, and Bournemouth Gardens for a memorable stay.

Book your stay at Orchid Hotel now for a delightful seaside retreat!

Important information:

The Orchid Hotel is a popular wedding and party venue, this might cause the music to be audible in some of the bedrooms until midnight.

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag, or similar parties.

For reservations of 4 or more rooms, please contact the hotel directly as different policies may apply.

Some rooms can accommodate extra beds. Please contact the hotel directly.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for £20 per person per stay when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3539 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Richard couple gb
8
Good
Pros:

Hotel was average for costs. Staff were friendly and attentive. Room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Charging to park car was poor. £15 is not only expensive but after paying 149/night I thought let the hotel down.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Greg solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Staff friendly. Room was clean.

Cons:

Window only opened a crack as blocked by guttering of another window - why is fresh air a luxury? Room was kind of poky which i hadn't expected for the price - and the fittings a bit tired - carpet was clean but also stained. Very noisy wedding party taking place up until the late hours.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Krisztian solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Parking, staff was friendly, good breakfast,good location

Cons:

Well it was a hot day when I was there and the Aircon did not work at all. I was asking reception to do something about it but they could not help it so I received a small fan instead.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Jessica Christina family_with_children pe
10
A comfortable, convenient stay for one night — would happily stay again.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, great location and friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing at all — it was exactly what I needed.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Elaine couple gb
9
Lovely hotel with friendly staff and comfortable rooms
Pros:

Stayed one night and had an excellent sleep. The bed was very comfortable

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Charlotte couple gb
4
Really wouldn’t stay there again, they need to do a massive revamp
Pros:

The bar was nice

Cons:

Not much the facilities are so out of date, the room we stayed in was dirty and looked like there was mold on the picture frame, the door frames had bits missing and the carpet looked dirty

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Eleanor family_with_children gb
9
Excellent staff who went above and beyond to help.
Pros:

Good buffet style breakfast with full English or continental.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
8
It was nice
Pros:

The staff was really friendly andd helped with any queries

Cons:

We couldn’t open bathroom windows

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Mihaela solo_traveller gb
9
Hotel stay
Pros:

The staff were lovely and very helpful, the downstairs area looked very posh. The rooms were clean and a great breakfast. We will come back. Xx

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Eli couple gb
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
M
Michael solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

People were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

The breakfast was poor gave me a bad stomach both days

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Asad solo_traveller gb
2
Rubbish.
Pros:

Clean and breakfast was ok

Cons:

The hot water didn’t work and I had a cold shower and brushed my teeth with cold water. I got the flu after that which I still have. Also I phoned up and had a 6 minute conversation prior to my stay informing them
That I am disabled and have mobility
Issues. And still they gave me a room on the first floor and taking my stuff up and down caused a horrible back ache. The bed was also uncomfortable and overused mattress as the shape was disfigured. I requested a refund and am still waiting for them to get back to me

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Charlene family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

Staff were very friendly and professional. Hotel looks lovely and well presented when walking in. My parents room 306 was lovely!

Cons:

Room 305- bed collapsed/caved in in the middle so made for an uncomfortable sleep. Only 1 pillow- would prefer 2. No hot water when bathing/showering in both the evening and morning :(

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Iveta family_with_children gb
9
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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surveer family_with_children gb
1
Pros:

Near to beach area.

Cons:

I requestes for the extra bed before I arrived, the spring bed provided me thatvwas broken and I had neck pain throughout the stay. The hotel staff hasn’t done anything I complained 4 times throughout my stay.
They offered me a day free parking, also told me to have free drink. I was shocked and disappointed with this kind of unprofessional behaviour.
I should get my money back I paid for the extra bed before £40.

Will not stay that hotel again!

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Rifit couple gb
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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David Alan couple gb
3
Parts of the town are run down. Not the best place we have atayed
Pros:

Location was good. The breakfast was good.

Cons:

Bathroom shampoo and shower gel not replenished, just tiny amount.
Bar/lounge downstairs toilets not upto cleanliness standard I would expect.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Phinolla couple gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

After reading many positive reviews, we were disappointed with our stay. In terms of positives, the hotel itself is modern, the air conditioning worked well, and the bed was comfortable. Unfortunately, beyond these aspects, our overall experience did not meet the expectations set by the reviews.

Cons:

There were several aspects of our stay that we were unhappy with. The cleanliness of the room was below an acceptable standard. The hairdryer was sticky and clearly worn out, the grout in the bathroom was mouldy, and the ceiling above the shower showed visible signs of damage (will attach photos).

The noise levels were also very poor. Throughout the night, we could hear people walking past the room and doors slamming, making it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. The room appeared to have very little soundproofing.

The kettle was also extremely dirty. Even after rinsing it multiple times, bits of dirt were still coming out in the water, so we were unable to use it.

While the hotel is located within walking distance of the town centre, we did not feel particularly safe walking in the surrounding area, especially in the evening.

Overall, the standard was not great considering the price of the room.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Tina family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

I extremely liked the staff! So friendly and polite . We forgot a charger and they posted it immediately . Thank you !

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Iram family_with_children gb
7
2026-05-29 via Nuitee