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The Kensington Hotel

2.5 star property

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Restaurant
Front of property
Interior
Beach nearby
Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5LE
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Quadruple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 169 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bournemouth

Located in Bournemouth City Centre, The Kensington Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This 37-room hotel welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bournemouth Lower Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bournemouth Pier - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinocchio Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪the palm - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Olive Bistro Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Guests of The Kensington Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5.99 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kensington Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
Kensington Hotel Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Bournemouth
The Kensington Hotel Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Kensington Hotel?

The Kensington Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on May 15, 2026 start from $81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Kensington Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bournemouth City Centre within a short 11-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and also 11 minutes on foot from Bournemouth Lower Gardens. You'll also find Oceanarium and Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Kensington Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Kensington Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Kensington Hotel?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Kensington Hotel offers a full breakfast on weekend mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Kensington Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Kensington Hotel.

Does The Kensington Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Kensington Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Kensington Hotel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 6.7 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Kensington Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Kensington Hotel.

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 216 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovley stay and staff where vwry freindly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had no record of my already fully paid account. Great stress and anxiety. Cold room at night as they turned the heating off, and only a summer quilt in the winter. No hooks in bathroom for towels. No replenishment of tea and coffee for 3 days. I will not stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Buchilli

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not the best but for 2star you cant exoect too much. Holes in the wall, Shower tray that didnt drain. But Man on desk friendly and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Ideal location for the conference creature. Room very basic with limited coffee/tea/ milk. No soap in the shower. TV couldn’t get to work. But I did enjoy my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jhon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with a bit more tea and coffee in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family and small children
Walkable to beach and free parking was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dont waste your money!

I know its not 5* but you still expect a clean room and bedding! Room was dirty... coffee stains on side... steins all over carpet and cabinet Bedding had marks on it Curtains didnt close Tv lost signal constantly When i addressed this with the owner i was told it wasnt unclean because they had checked when no one had been to look Was very rude to me
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Raluca

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is not the same as the one advertised on their website. The TV was broken, the room was dirty (I found receipts from June this year, snack bags under the furniture, the beds were on bricks, mould in places, not very clean bed linen, the walls were dirty, expired milk). We do not recommend this location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daljit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not enough parking slots, staff not available all the time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Klarna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size. The pillow cases had marks/stains on them so slept in the other double bed. The tv wasn’t working, and shower was very small. The wardrobe was decent size but if your staying a few days to a week more hangers for you clothes would’ve been better. My room was on the top floor which was around 2-3 flights of stairs so carrying my suitcase up those was tough, there was a lift but wasn’t working.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good reception mr jerry. The beds could do with better quality without attached headboard. We stayed for 2 nights and the bins where not taken out. As good will gesture should give shower gel or soup.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Leslie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there was no toilet paper when I arrived the kettle didn't work there was no curtain for the window when I spoke to the manager on she said the curtain would be fixed it was NOT she did send a new kettle & on monday the power to all the scockets went off twice so I had to go down 4 flights to report it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aliya

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

False Advertising and Unsafe Stay

The room we were given was completely different from the one advertised. It was in extremely poor condition — dirty, unpleasantly smelly, and poorly ventilated with only a very small window and a single small fan, which was inadequate for four people. The mattresses were uncomfortable, and the overall condition of the room was unacceptable, with exposed electrical wiring visible on the walls. The bathroom was also in disrepair, with a broken door handle and a blocked shower drain. Additionally, rubbish was left on the stairs outside the hotel entrance, and during the late evening, individuals were seen rummaging through it. This created a sense of insecurity and made us feel unsafe during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Muthu

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Marina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

We see the reviews and really took a risk as there was not many good ones.when we arrived the hotel does look a little tired it needs a little love and attention to detail but we was pleasantly surprised with our room it was airy and clean and that was our main concern.also we got a up grade so that was a bonus for the price you can’t go wrong tbf everything is near so that’s always a bonus 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gunreet

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dryer working No soap or hand wash in toilets No Hot water coming Asked for fan . No Fans available So sfocated rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas Pisirayi

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Saturday stay

Our room was a nice size for 3 of us, the beds had random feet on them, pieces of wood glued together.. little things 1 toilet roll , the tv didnt work, the shower doors we falling off, no shower gel ; etc provided, the toilet seat was loose and kept moving, the sink was dirty under the rim..no matching furniture in the room, under the cabinets dirty found a random piece of wood, only 2 cups when 3 off us stayed, so not enough tea , coffee etc..a old mattress, and other rubbish left at the back of the carpark, in full view..the fire exit door was very hard to open, used for a smoking area..people unfortunately moaning about their stay in reception, when we arrived and left .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

disappointing

The room was very dirty, the towels were dirty, the beds smelled bad, we had to ask them to change the sheets because they smelled bad.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025