| a 5-minute walk from the oceanarium and the nearest beach, this traditional hotel is set in an elegant 19th-century building, and is 1. the hotel offers 24-hour room service. the hotel also has meeting, conference and wedding facilities. eclectic executive rooms add features such as additional space, whirlpool baths and/or 4-poster beds. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. other amenities include a gym, a sauna and a hot tub. there's a stylish restaurant, and a cocktail bar with a garden terrace. the functional rooms have flat-screen tvs, free wi-fi, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. 2 miles from bournemouth railway station
Bristol Airport 2 hr 15
Knoll Beach Studland (39 min)
Beyond its sheltered waters & sandy beach, this scenic locale features a reptile discovery trail. Bournemouth Pier (6 min)
Victorian pier with an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast. Compton Acres (10 min)
Private garden founded in 1920 with visits, an on-site tea room & retail sales of plants & gifts. Oceanarium (7 min)
Explore marine ecosystems at a waterside aquarium, plus feeding sessions and an underwater tunnel. Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens (6 min)
Leafy green space featuring attractions such as mini-golf & a giant tethered balloon, plus events. Isle of Purbeck (46 min)
Wildflower-filled island with coastal paths, dramatic cliffs, beaches & charming old villages. Alum Chine Beach (8 min)
Picturesque beach offering lifeguards, pubs, ice cream parlors & a pirate-themed playground. Old Harry Rocks (56 min)
Natural attraction featuring cliffside views of unique chalk formation, accessible by scenic walks. Splashdown (17 min)
Waterpark and leisure centre featuring multiple rides and flumes for kids, plus a water play area. Adventure Wonderland (17 min)
Amusement park with themed rides, inflatable slide, runaway train and trampolines, plus events. Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre (20 min)
Coastal nature reserve and conservation area with wild flowers and signs of ancient settlement. Brownsea Island (46 min)
Hiking, picnics & wildlife viewing, especially of red squirrels, are popular at this historic spot. Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (10 min)
Eccentric Art Nouveau-style setting for private Victorian art collection and temporary exhibitions. Sandbanks Beach (15 min)
Bayside beach popular for kitesurfing, with seafood restaurants & views across the English Channel. Corfe Castle (38 min)
1000-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare, with ruins to explore, views and a wildlife walk. | 
