Reviews of Cavendish Central Bournemouth
Cavendish Central Bournemouth, 20 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, Bournemouth, BH2 5LF, United Kingdom
#3 of 44 B&Bs and Inns in Bournemouth
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 118 B&B reviews
9.6Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.8
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Comfort
9.7
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Location
9.4
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Facilities
9.4
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Staff
10.0
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Value for money
9.2
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Free WiFi
9.7
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Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Claire
United Kingdom4 reviews1 helpful vote10“Exceptional. I will definitely be staying there again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Delightful property. The owners have obviously taken a lot of thought and care about the presentation and have very high standards.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Georgina
United Kingdom5 reviews9.0“Everything at The Cavendish has been well thought out for the benefit of the guests.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
My husband had full English breakfast, I had porridge. Both were very good.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Nigel
United Kingdom14 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All the reviews are excellent for this hotel, and we weren't disappointed everything about our stay was excellent. The breakfast was probably the best ever, and the staff are very engaging, helpful, and friendly.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Robert
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Enjoyable short stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Friendly staff, good food.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Chris
United Kingdom1 review10“Good location very clean and tidy”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
breakfast was excellent
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Peter
United Kingdom17 reviews9.0“Great for short break.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Property was all good.
Location was good, Jamie was a good host and the breakfast was great.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Trevor
United Kingdom10 reviews10“Loved it, found it very friendly, comfortable and accommodating, and look forward to staying again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Would be nice to have non-instant coffee available in the room, e.g. coffee bags.
Parking was free and available onsite, clean, tidy and really welcoming. Staff were friendly, attentive, and excellent all round. Food was good and generous portions. Room was large and comfortable with good facilities
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Christine
United Kingdom1 review10“Accommodation was spotless. Breakfast perfect. Staff very obliging.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything
Can’t fault our stay on any aspect
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Graham
United Kingdom22 reviews1 helpful vote10“An enjoyable relaxing break, even the sun was out for most of our stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Nothing to report here.
It was our second visit to the Cavendish so knew what to expect and we weren't disappointed. Excellent breakfast choices. Large and very comfortable room. Close to bus stops and a short walk to the sea front. Made to feel very welcome and at home by Jamie our host. Will be back.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Clare
United Kingdom4 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautifully styled and we'll maintained hotel in a great, central location. A genuine welcome makes it feel like a home from home. Delicious breakfasts, cooked to perfection.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Steven
United Kingdom3 reviews1 helpful vote10“Fantastic location,Amazing hosts and altogether the best stay we have had in many years.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing we didn’t like was leaving.
Firstly the lovely warm welcome on arrival. We were shown to our spotlessly clean,spacious and well equipped room which was serviced daily. The bed was extremely comfortable. The location is fantastic only a short walk to the beach and pier area and all the shops and great places to eat. Our hosts Jamie and Lee were a amazing and very attentive to any needs including a lovely surprise for my wife’s birthday which made our stay even more special. They were always on hand with ideas and suggestions for places to visit and good restaurants. Our stay included breakfast which was delicious and really set you up for the day. All in all the perfect place to stay for us and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Michael
United Kingdom14 reviews10“Excellent in every way.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing we could think of - because it was raining when we got there, they even came outside with umbrellas to help us in with our bage !!!!!
Lee and Jamie certainly know how a b and b should be run. The attention to detail was second to none. Breakfast excellent as was the service and set us up for the day. Everywhere was spotless and very tidy. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and they made us feel welcome at all times. We would return here without hesitation, and would recommend it to anyone else. If in Bournemouth again, we would not think about staying anywhere but the Cavendish..
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Kevin
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Great hotel, great weather, relaxed stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not hotel issue but hilly walking to/from sea front( I have heart failure). Knew beforehand, and managed ok without spending on taxis
Great breakfast choices and presentation spot on. Friendly and relaxed host
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Graham
United Kingdom22 reviews1 helpful vote10“Just loved it,”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
There wasn't anything to dislike.
Beds were very comfortable. All was spotlessly clean with excellent thick , fluffy towels in the bathroom. Jamie, our host, was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent with freshly prepared fruit and a good choice for the cooked breakfast. It was very conveniently located for walking to the beach or hopping on a bus.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Nicola
United Kingdom1 review10“We felt very looked after and will definitely return”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing!
When we arrived Jamie came out to meet us and even helped us bring our luggage in, before showing us to our room The whole building was modern and tastefully decorated and exceptionally clean. Jamie & Lee, the owners, work very hard to make sure you have everything you could need. Our room had a proper hairdryer, fresh clean towels daily, free toiletries, tea, coffee, water, milk and biscuits replenished daily. Both guys were very approachable and gave us tips on places to visit and eat - when asked. I liked that they were always available if you needed something but you could come and go anonymously. Fantastic hot breakfast very nicely presented and cereals, toast and large home made pots of freshly cut fruit and yogurts. Plentiful pots of tea too!
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Roderick
United Kingdom14 reviews9.0“Good three days away at a seaside location with an excellent host”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing really
The breakfast was excellent, Jamie as the host went out of his way to ensure everything was ok. he also gave us many tips on where to eat and places to visit.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 15 June 2023
Stephen
United Kingdom24 reviews2 helpful votes10“will definetly stay there again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
nothing
the breafast was excellant and a very good choice and jamie was very helpful from start to finish of our stay 1
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 10 June 2023
A
United Kingdom8 reviews1 helpful vote10“Bournemouth break”- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Could not find fault with the Cavendish or the owner we would highly recommend.
After looking at the reviews on the Cavendish all we can say is that everything about the Cavendish could not be faulted. On arrival after a long car journey, we were very impress with the outside appearance and location. We were met by Jamie who was really friendly and shown to our room (5). Excellent room very clean and all you needed. Breakfast was very good with a choice of options. We were looked after by Jamie who was very easy to talk to and helpful with any queries we had. We would have no hesitation in recommending the Cavendish if you are visiting Bournemouth. You will not be disappointed
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Darren
United Kingdom10 reviews2 helpful votes10“excellent host will come again 👍”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
owners were brilliant couldn’t be more helpful, breakfast was delicious and the hotel was spotless.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 23 September 2022
Diane
United Kingdom1 review10“excellent hotel highly recommended for anyone visiting Bournemouth”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
very pleasant hosts. location was great and breakfast fantastic choice
Stayed in August 2022
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Reviewed: 7 September 2022
Clare
United Kingdom1 review10“Nice Ckean Room, Comfortable Bed, , Great breakfast and very welcoming hosts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Fantastic breakfast, Everywhere was clean. Lovely Hosts, always greeted with a smile.
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 6 September 2022
Elaine
United Kingdom4 reviews10“Thoroughly enjoyed it.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast was excellent 10/10. Owners very friendly. Room spotless every day.
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 24 August 2022
Aled
United Kingdom6 reviews10“Lovely hotel and great host !”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not applicable
Breakfast was fantastic ! Host was very welcoming and provided information on the area !
Stayed in August 2022
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Reviewed: 22 August 2022
Shelley
United Kingdom6 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed our stay at Cavendish (which is possibly the cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in!). Jamie is the most perfect host, and was known as superman before we found out he wasn't also doing the cooking ;). So friendly and ready with good tips to make the most out of our stay. Thanks for a wonderful stay, Jamie and I hope you enjoy watching the fireworks on Friday!
Stayed in August 2022
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