Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth’s award-winning beaches, The Kensington Hotel offers bright, traditionally furnished rooms with private bathrooms. Each room at The Kensington includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Rooms also feature free fast speed fiber Wi-Fi, while some provide comfortable seating areas. Free parking is available at The Kensington, and Bournemouth’s city centre is a 10-minute walk away. Bournemouth Pier can be reached in 15 minutes on foot, and Bournemouth International Centre is 10 minutes’ walk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
3 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
6.0
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.4
Value for money
6.5
Location
8.1
Free WiFi
7.4
Low score for Bournemouth
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Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Kensington Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules

Kensington Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 21:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Kensington Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that parking is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kindly note that the hotel is currently undergoing a partial remodeling. Some rooms may experience low water pressure due to the age of the building but a new water/heating system will be installed soon.

When booking for 6 persons or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Kensington Hotel

  • Kensington Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Kensington Hotel is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The nearest beach is just 600 yards from Kensington Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Kensington Hotel is 850 yards from the centre of Bournemouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Kensington Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Kensington Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Kensington Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Family
      • Triple
      • Single