| the functional rooms have free wi-fi, tvs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. guests also receive access to the marriott hotel's spa, pool and fitness centre, which are 3 minutes' walk from the hotel. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. a 6-minute walk from the bournemouth international centre, this low-key hotel is also a 9-minute walk from the rockreef adventure activity attraction. amenities include a bar and a laid-back modern restaurant, plus free parking
Bristol Airport 2 hr 14
Oceanarium (7 min)
Explore marine ecosystems at a waterside aquarium, plus feeding sessions and an underwater tunnel. Bournemouth Pier (6 min)
Victorian pier with an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast. Corfe Castle (36 min)
1000-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare, with ruins to explore, views and a wildlife walk. Splashdown (15 min)
Waterpark and leisure centre featuring multiple rides and flumes for kids, plus a water play area. Alum Chine Beach (14 min)
Picturesque beach offering lifeguards, pubs, ice cream parlors & a pirate-themed playground. Old Harry Rocks (54 min)
Natural attraction featuring cliffside views of unique chalk formation, accessible by scenic walks. Brownsea Island (45 min)
Hiking, picnics & wildlife viewing, especially of red squirrels, are popular at this historic spot. Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (13 min)
Eccentric Art Nouveau-style setting for private Victorian art collection and temporary exhibitions. Compton Acres (8 min)
Private garden founded in 1920 with visits, an on-site tea room & retail sales of plants & gifts. Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens (7 min)
Leafy green space featuring attractions such as mini-golf & a giant tethered balloon, plus events. Sandbanks Beach (13 min)
Bayside beach popular for kitesurfing, with seafood restaurants & views across the English Channel. Knoll Beach Studland (37 min)
Beyond its sheltered waters & sandy beach, this scenic locale features a reptile discovery trail. Adventure Wonderland (16 min)
Amusement park with themed rides, inflatable slide, runaway train and trampolines, plus events. Isle of Purbeck (44 min)
Wildflower-filled island with coastal paths, dramatic cliffs, beaches & charming old villages. Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre (20 min)
Coastal nature reserve and conservation area with wild flowers and signs of ancient settlement. | 
