Alum Dene Hotel

9.4
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

2 Burnaby Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 8JF, United Kingdom

+44 1202 764011

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Hotel Description

Alum Dene Hotel, located at 2 Burnaby Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 8JF, United Kingdom, is a delightful retreat that combines coastal charm with modern convenience. Set amidst a lively shopping district with boutiques lining Poole Road, the hotel offers guests a unique blend of accessibility and relaxation. Just a 4-minute walk to Alum Chine Beach, it stands as one of the few hotels in the area with direct beach access, making it an ideal spot for both leisure and nature lovers. The hotel's design exudes a welcoming, laid-back ambiance, perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway without sacrificing convenience. Rooms are spacious and thoughtfully designed, ensuring guests feel right at home. Comfortable beds, modern furnishings, and a soothing atmosphere contribute to a restful stay. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, catering to both business and leisure travelers. The hotel’s amenities include a complimentary breakfast, where guests can start their day with delicious and wholesome options, highly praised by previous visitors. Although there is no fitness center or spa, the hotel is perfect for those who prefer to explore the outdoors, with easy access to local attractions. Accessibility is a key feature, with multiple transportation options nearby. Bournemouth International Airport is just 17 minutes by taxi, and there are also convenient walking routes to key locations such as the Bournemouth Pier, just 7 minutes away. Health and safety measures are in place to ensure guest well-being, with a smoke-free property, family-friendly accommodations, and attention to detail in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. Whether you’re visiting Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum or enjoying the Oceanarium’s marine life exhibits, Alum Dene Hotel is an excellent base for discovering the beauty and culture of Bournemouth. Come and experience the charm of Alum Dene Hotel, where comfort, convenience, and hospitality await.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. 4-minute walk to Alum Chine Beach for easy access to the coast

2. Guests highly praised the hotel's service and attention to detail

3. Complimentary breakfast offered, with positive feedback from guests

4. One of the few hotels in the area with direct beach access

5. Kid-friendly with family accommodations available for a relaxing stay

6. Close proximity to Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (9 minutes)

7. Easy access to popular local sights like Bournemouth Pier (7 minutes)

8. No fitness center or spa, but excellent beach access for outdoor activities

9. Smoke-free property with a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere

10. Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel for both business and leisure travelers


7.6 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Brownsea Island
44 min
Old Harry Rocks
44 min
Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
9 min
Oceanarium
7 min
Bournemouth Pier
7 min
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Good to know

Location rating7.6
Nearest airportBournemouth International
Travel time to airport17 min

Location

2 Burnaby Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 8JF, United Kingdom

Airports:

Bournemouth International

Taxi: 17 min

Transit: 1 hr 56 min

Bristol Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 20 min

Transit: 4 hr 35 min

Southampton Airport

Taxi: 52 min

Transit: 1 hr 12 min

Transit:

Bournemouth

Taxi: 11 min

Walking: 51 min

Branksome

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 41 min

Studland Road

Walking: 2 min

Branksome Dene Chine

Walking: 14 min

Sandbanks Terminal

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 1 hr 17 min


Nearby locations

7.6

Very Good Location

Westbourne

Lively shopping area with boutiques around Poole Road, plus walks to the beach along dry gorges.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Beach access

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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9.3

43 reviews

Wonderful
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Safari41242728740

4/5
We booked the Alum Dene on recommendation from friends. The value was incredible as was the breakfast which kept us full most of the day! It’s clean and family run (and they were so helpful!). …

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Rosie F

5/5
I visited Bournemouth with my boyfriend for a weekend away , had the best stay at Alum dene , the host Scott was amazing . So clean and so comfortable for our one night stay . Brill breakfast ! Forget the chain hotels the alum dene is brilliant family run business

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Adie C

5/5
Fantastic stay at the Alum Dene||Dave and Scot made my Famliy and “Dog” really feel at home. …

NS

Natalia S

5/5
We love this place. Our family come every year to stay at this B&B. Scott and his family are really kind and welcoming. It's also nice to chat with other customers that come every year. ||Our rooms were great, clean and comfortable. …

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Olga Baby

5/5
We love this place. Our family come every year to stay at this B&B. Scott and his family are really kind and welcoming. It's also nice to chat with other customers that come every year.Our rooms were great, clean and comfortable. Had cooked English breakfast every morning. My daughter loves playing on the retro games machines and talking with Scott and his father David in the mornings.The beach is excellent....a very short walk down hill and the playground is lovely.Alum Dene has a good base of happy customers, such as my family, notwithstanding some bad reviews I read below. I don't think they are entirely fair...I was actually present when a large family came with a dog but only booked 1 double room. Perhaps they did not realise that for health and safety / insurance purposes ...you cant squeeze 4 people and a dog in one room....In our case I booked a triple and double room for a family of 5 so everything was comfortable.

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Andrea N

5/5
A traditional family run business in a lovely part of Bournemouth. Scott was a very welcoming host. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful and thoroughly enjoyable. …

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Msgalavanter

1/5
Such a let down. Not as nice as it looked in pictures. Very run down and needs a lot of work. A really damp smell throughout. Aggressively treated at the entrance for not ‘declaring how many of us there were’. …

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Mark Greig

5/5
Superb! Scott and his family are very welcoming, 2 mins from the beach with first class hospitality and service. Loved looking at all the old fruit machines on display.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Ankita Bhattacharya

5/5
Extremely clean and well maintained property at a walking distance of 5mins from the beautiful Alum Chine beach, honestly it can’t get closer than this. The room which we stayed in was large, absolutely clean and contained a fridge and tea/coffee supplies as well. A homemade full English breakfast at a nominal charge was an added bonus. Scott and his family are extremely hospitable people who go extra lengths to make you feel comfortable.Highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting this side of Bournemouth.

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Sarah C

5/5
It’s so nice to stay somewhere so personal and comfortable - a real home away from home. I visited with my elderly dad and we had lovely rooms - one with a sea view. The breakfast was great and set us up for the day. We love the Alum Chine location, so peaceful, clean and pretty with this hotel being just a minute from the seafront.