The Bridge House; BW Signature Collection

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BW Signature Collection by Best Western
8.6 (2788 reviews)
2 Ringwood Road , Ferndown , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming staff
Excellent food and beverage options
Cons:
Hard bed
Room access issues with keys

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Mentioned as clean and tidy rooms.
Service
8.95
Multiple reviews highlight the staff as exceptionally friendly and attentive.
Location
8.35
Generally good location with excellent views, although a bit difficult to access without a car.
Room Quality
8.25
Room quality varies; some reviews mention comfortable space but also concerns about hard beds and room key issues.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities like bar and restaurant facilities received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.55
Described as great value for money in multiple mentions.
Food and Beverage
8.95
Guests praised the food quality and variety, especially gluten-free options.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall sentiments indicate a highly positive experience with many returning customers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:52

Property Description

Riverfront Location
Situated on the banks of the picturesque River Stour, The Bridge House Hotel offers a serene retreat for guests looking to unwind and enjoy beautiful views.

Fine Dining Experience
Guests can indulge in a culinary delight at the Riverside Restaurant, savoring dishes made from fresh locally sourced ingredients. The option to dine on the elegant terrace or the hotel's private island enhances the dining experience.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
The en-suite rooms at The Bridge House Hotel provide modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, and tea/coffee makers. Some rooms offer breathtaking river views, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Experience tranquility and luxury at The Bridge House Hotel. Book now for a memorable riverside getaway.

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply : 50% of the total amount of the stay is due at the time of booking and the remaining 50% is due upon check-in.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2788 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.95
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Timothy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • gb
7
Convenient for work
Pros:

It was close to my business. There were very good paths for jogging in the evening. The breakfast was good.

Cons:

My room faced the main road and the car noise did wake me in the morning around 4AM. I ate in the restaurant each night. I wish there were more salad options. I tried to choose healthy meals but it was not easy. Wish hotel had gym facilities.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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nicholas • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Healy • family_with_children • gb
6
Pros:

I liked the scenery, food and drinks were good and staff was ok

Cons:

The rooms are a little to small, we were both struggling to walk around the bed! Also when we got there, we noticed it wasn't the cleanest but far from the worst! As soon as we got to our room, we noticed hairs on our clean towels, the bed side tables were dusty etc

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Early checkin facilitated. Just a nice place.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Kev • couple • gb
6
Convenient for us to get to Bournemouth airport in the morning
Pros:

Secure a car parked at the back really handy at no extra charge like some other hotels around Gatwick area

Cons:

Restaurant was quite dark not much choice really food we went to a pub down the road very nice the Angel inn

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
9
Pleasant overnight stay .
Pros:

We have stayed quite a few times and always enjoy our stays. Lovely room with shower which I had requested . The outside patio area is lovely to sit with a drink and the weather was great so very welcome to be able to sit overlooking the river.

Cons:

The bed we had sloped a bit which made it difficult to get comfy.
We always eat in the restaurant and usually happy with the meals and it was disappointing this time to have quite tough chicken in my burger.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
8
Very pleasant stay near our family in Wimborne.
Pros:

The breakfast was well organised and we were able to self select items. The view of the river was lovely with birds to observe.The staff were helpful .Our room was spacious and the bathroom spotless.

Cons:

As it was so hot we could bot use the duvet. It might be an idea in these heat waves to offer a flat top sheet. The shower over the bath was good but being slippery and curved, a mat would have been a safe option.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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paula • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Air conditioning!

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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joan • couple • gb
9
We enjoyed our stay found it very clean and comfortable
Pros:

The location was good for me to see my family who live in ferndown. And we have stayed here often.

Cons:

They could have been a bottle of water put in each room . And two packs of biscuits too. Instead of one pack.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
Excellent in every way for us thank you
Pros:

So friendly, clean, welcoming, nothing is to much trouble for the staff , fantastic views , air conditioning a dream excellent stay altogether thank you

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Karen • extended_group • gb
7
Basic for price, staff trying under difficult circumstances .
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Only 1 pack of biscuits between two for a 4 night stay.
Veranda not swept regularly. Very large spider webs not removed from gazebo’s for 4 days. Layers of dirt under glass tops of tables on veranda.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Getting to talk to someone on the phone with a simple question before booking and not be routed to an automated service was a huge thing.
The desk welcome and simple check in was invaluable after a long and tiring journey to get here.
The room was wonderfully cooled by air conditioning, the cotton sheets and comfy bed, tea and coffee facilities were all we needed to feel comfortable to rest straight away.
Breakfast was easy, assisted by the friendly staff, a quiet, pleasant dinner, and a stroll over the bridge to admire the swans and fish ended a great day.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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eggsy_U • Couples • Bristol, England
8
Great location, friendly staff
Pros:

Check in / out was efficient and staff were all friendly.
Plenty of parking available.

We got upgraded (as a Best Western Platinum member) to a river view which was definitely a lovely surprise.
The room was clean and very spacious, and the fact there was an air conditioning unit (during the hot weather) was such a bonus. Bed was very comfortable and the bathroom spacious. There was a kettle and tea/coffee provided (with a good selection of teas).

Lovely location next to the River Stour. Saw swans, fish, and egret, dragon flies. Had a lovely late dinner overlooking the river and surrounding fields.
Breakfast was a good variety of hot and cold options.

Would recommend

2026-07-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Kevin • couple • gb
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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kromeandtime • Business • Hampshire, England
10
Gorgeous location for a lunch meeting
Pros:

What a gorgeous spot! Popped in here for a quick meeting, staff were very friendly, professional and polite, we sat in the club room which was quiet and ideal for colleagues to chat, we ordered two light sandwiches, ham and beef, which were both very tasty and hit the spot, there was outdoor seating too overlooking the river, plenty of parking at the back. What a hidden gem! Will definitely be back

2026-07-09 • via Tripadvisor
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allandV6377JG • Friends getaway • Purley, Greater London, England
10
Spent an enjoyable weekend at The Bridge Hotel
Pros:

This was the third year we visited your wonderful hotel. As we visit the Bournemouth Bus Rally.
Room are great as are the breakfast.
Hopefully will be visiting soon.
Staff are friendly and helpful. Please pass on my thanks to them. Looking forward to my next visit.

2026-07-06 • via Tripadvisor
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John • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Lovely setting on river... relaxing and friendly staff .. room very clean and comfortable overlooking rivers and wildlife...

Cons:

Near airport so a bit noisey.. slept very well though.. would stay here again

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
5
Probably wouldn’t stay again
Pros:

Nice bed linen and towels, good AC and parking.

Cons:

Bed very uncomfortable and noise from the road, room small, slippery bath no handrail or bath mat for inside the bath or grips to stop slipping

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee