| the low-key rooms and suites have en suite bathrooms (some with shower only), flat-screen tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. some have sea views, free wifi and/or private balconies. meeting rooms are available. this straightforward cliff-top hotel is a 9-minute walk down to underview drive and the town beaches, and a mile from oceanarium bournemouth. amenities include a restaurant/bar, gardens and a seasonal outdoor pool, plus free parking. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Bristol Airport 2 hr 12
Compton Acres (11 min)
Private garden founded in 1920 with visits, an on-site tea room & retail sales of plants & gifts. Highcliffe Castle (21 min)
Gothic revival mansion dating from 1836, with restored exteriors, plus tearoom and gardens. Bournemouth Pier (13 min)
Victorian pier with an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast. Old Harry Rocks (55 min)
Natural attraction featuring cliffside views of unique chalk formation, accessible by scenic walks. Alum Chine Beach (10 min)
Picturesque beach offering lifeguards, pubs, ice cream parlors & a pirate-themed playground. Oceanarium (12 min)
Explore marine ecosystems at a waterside aquarium, plus feeding sessions and an underwater tunnel. Knoll Beach Studland (40 min)
Beyond its sheltered waters & sandy beach, this scenic locale features a reptile discovery trail. Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens (13 min)
Leafy green space featuring attractions such as mini-golf & a giant tethered balloon, plus events. Corfe Castle (38 min)
1000-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare, with ruins to explore, views and a wildlife walk. Splashdown (17 min)
Waterpark and leisure centre featuring multiple rides and flumes for kids, plus a water play area. Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre (16 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. Adventure Wonderland (14 min)
Amusement park with themed rides, inflatable slide, runaway train and trampolines, plus events. The Needles (1 hr 52)
Picturesque set of chalk landforms with a lighthouse, chairlift, boat tours & other amenities. Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (12 min)
Eccentric Art Nouveau-style setting for private Victorian art collection and temporary exhibitions. | 
