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Southernhay Guest House

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

8.9Great195 Guest reviews

Overview

3-star Bournemouth guest house with free parking and cooked breakfast

Guest House Highlights

Southernhay Guest House provides free on-site private parking that does not require a reservation. A complimentary cooked breakfast is served each morning, with a vegetarian option available upon request. The property sits in a quiet residential area, a 5-minute walk from Westbourne centre's shops and restaurants.

Accommodations

The 6 rooms include double rooms with shower, twin rooms, and a single room with a private external bathroom. Each room has a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Some rooms offer a seating area for relaxation, and all feature a walk-in shower and carpeted floors.

Location and Surroundings

Alum Chine beach is a 13-minute walk away via a wooded pathway. The Bournemouth International Centre is 2 km from the guest house, and Sandbanks is 6.4 km away. A golf course lies within 3 km for leisure activities, and public transport stops are within walking distance.

Breakfast and Dining

The cooked breakfast features locally sourced ingredients, freshly prepared each morning. Guests can choose from a full English breakfast, with vegetarian alternatives offered. The dining room is clean and provides all essentials, with a friendly host attending to individual requests.

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping keeps rooms clean, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hosts allow early check-in without prior notice and provide local restaurant recommendations. Free private parking for all 6 rooms is a key convenience, along with a terrace and outdoor furniture.

Highlights

  • Parking: Free on-site private parking with no reservation needed
  • Breakfast: Complimentary cooked breakfast with vegetarian options
  • Location: Quiet residential area, 5 min from Westbourne centre
  • Beach: Alum Chine beach 13 min walk via wooded pathway
  • Rooms: Single room with private external bathroom available
  • Service: Early check-in allowed without prior notice

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the enchanting Lower Gardens, just a short walk away.
  • Savor a delicious Dorset cream tea at the Chicory Cafe in Bournemouth.
  • Explore the stunning coastline at the hidden Alum Chine Beach.
  • Visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery for a taste of local culture.
  • Check out the lively Bournemouth Sunday Market for unique finds.
"The cleanest accommodation we've stayed in . All those little extra details , shower gel, soap even tea & coffee refiled every day ."
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Rooms

Double Room Shower4 photos

Double Room Shower

  • 1 Double bed
  • 11 m²
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Free WiFi, an en-suite shower and a flat-screen TV are featured in this room.

Single Room Private External Bathroom4 photos

Single Room Private External Bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • 8 m²
Heating

Free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in this room.

Double Room4 photos

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • 11 m²
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Free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in this room.

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Double or Twin Room Shower

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 13 m²
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Free WiFi, an en-suite shower and a flat-screen TV are featured in this room. Please note that children can be accommodated in this room for an additional charge. Children under 6 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room.

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Facilities

General5
No smoking on siteParkingNo pets allowedSmoke detectorsFire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness1
Golf course
Guest Parking1
Electric kettle
Services1
Housekeeping
Room features7
Free Wi-Fi in roomsHeatingSitting areaTerraceGarden furnitureTea and coffee facilitiesIroning facilities
Bathroom1
Free toiletries
Media1
Flat-screen TV
Room decor1
Carpeted floor

Southernhay Guest House's Location

42 Alum Chine Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8DX
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Transport & Access

City Centre
City Centre 20 min1.6 km
Airports
Bournemouth (BOH) 19 min12.2 km
Southampton (SOU) 84 min55.7 km
Train
Bournemouth Central Station 35 min2.9 km
Bus stop
Bus stop 6 min500 m
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Parking
Free parking
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
Pets
No pets allowed
Languages spoken
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Number of floors
0
Number of rooms
6
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Guest Ratings and Reviews

Read what past guests have said about staying at Southernhay Guest House.

Review score
Based on 129 verified reviews
9.1/10Perfect
99%Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.3/10

A guest favourite at Southernhay Guest House

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