The Lodge of Heavy Leisure

Hotels
9.3 (307 reviews)
23 Argyll Road , Bournemouth , gb

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 307 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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Caroline solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

Tout était très bien. Bon petit déjeuner, chambre bien décorée et agréable.

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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JulesDomanski solo_traveller gb
7
Delicious food and friendly staff.
Pros:

The staff were all very friendly. Overall vibe and decor were quirky and fun.
Both dinner and breakfast were delicious - we'll definitely return to eat!

Cons:

Unfortunately there was a persistent electrical buzzing sound in our room throughout the night which we couldn't find the source of, but it meant we didn't get much sleep at all.
When we went to make coffee at the communal refreshment station, both the dairy and oat milk were rancid.
There was also quite a lot of dust in our room which was a shame as it was otherwise a lovely spacious room with a lovely bathroom (which was very clean!).

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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REBECCA solo_traveller gb
10
Wonderful relaxing hotel
Pros:

Super friendly staff. Really relaxing feel. Great room. Felt really at home

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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steve couple gb
10
Not like any other hotel. Great find.
Pros:

Eclectic, funky, great atmosphere and lovely staff. Food also very high quality, short but interesting menu. Room nicely decorated.

Cons:

The noisy seagulls one night

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Marion couple gb
9
Different to the usual hotel but very very nice
Pros:

We liked the room the beds and pillows were amazing and great shower also great food

Cons:

The Air con wasn’t that great which did spoil it a little for us as the weather was so hot

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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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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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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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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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