Royal Bath Hotel

4 stars
Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EW, United Kingdom
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
+44 871 221 0204
7.3
Good
based on 3849 reviews
3,849 reviews
Tue 10/2
-
Wed 11/2
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£31
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£31
Double room
£37
Deluxe room
£116
45 more Royal Bath Hotel deals
45 more Royal Bath Hotel deals
Lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Other
Lounge
Other
Balcony
Other
Other
Other
Bedroom
Other
Pool
Other
Lobby
Other
Restaurant
Banquet hall
Other
Gym
Balcony
Building
Restaurant
Stairs
Outdoor view
Bedroom
Balcony
Restaurant
Conference room
Gym
Other
Building
Pool
Outdoor view
Bedroom
Bedroom
Building
Bedroom
Photos of Royal Bath Hotel
Overview
Prices
Amenities
Reviews
Location
When to book
Tips & FAQs
Nearby stays

Overview

Located in Bournemouth, this historic and cosy hotel is within a five-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre, and a short drive from Poole. It also provides a sauna, an indoor pool and a Jacuzzi.

A variety of premium services are available for guests of Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth, like an express check-in and check-out feature, 24-hour room service and valet parking. Helpful and professional team members are available 24 hours a day. The hotel also offers a BBQ/picnic area, a beauty centre and a coffee bar.

The comfortable rooms at Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth include a private bathroom, a walk-in closet and a bathtub. All offer heating, ironing facilities and a radio.

Every morning, guests can sit down to breakfast at Garden or Oscar’s. Guests can taste local meals at the in-house restaurant. Alternatively, there are other eateries on offer within a five-minute walk.

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth is within a short walk of Oceanarium Bournemouth. Bournemouth Railway Station is within a 20-minute walk.

Latest deals for Royal Bath Hotel

Tue 10/2
Wed 11/2
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£116
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£201
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£303
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£31
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£32
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 double bed
£35
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£41
nightly with fees
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£37
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 double bed
£44
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£44
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£44
nightly with fees
How do payments to us affect ranking and how do we rank results?
Learn more
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
Cookie settings

Amenities at Royal Bath Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking

General

  • Window
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Golf
  • Beauty salon

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Royal Bath Hotel

7.3
Good
3849 verified ratings
Wonderful
867
Very good
517
Good
595
Okay
401
Fair
488
Mediocre
314
Poor
667

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's location and friendly staff, highlighting the pleasant atmosphere. However, many reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness and room size, with several guests expressing disappointment over the condition and size of their rooms. The lack of proper cleaning services during their stay was also a common concern.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
Sort by:Most recent

Show reviews that mention

Filters

All filters

Filters

Review rating
Traveller type
Time of year

Score by provider

All reviews

9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2018
Pros (+) Location close to beach and town centre
Cons (-) Our room was quite a distance from reception, but not a major problem really.
6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Location was great. Very close to restraunts, parking, the Bournemouth Pier and Bournemouth Park However, if you are looking at the cheaper rooms you be better served by Premier Innnext door. Service ...
Read more
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) Everything lovely place to stay
3.7
Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) It is in a very good location and a charming old building
Cons (-) The room had no windows, I thought we were in a storage cupboard, the shower kept changing temperature and the shower head kept falling down. The bed was tiny and hard. It was a really dreadful hotel.
Read more

Location

Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EW

What's nearby

  • Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum96 yd
  • Pavilion Theatre222 yd
  • Westover Gallery290 yd
  • Oceanarium377 yd
  • Bournemouth Lower Gardens437 yd
  • Laser Quest Bournemouth438 yd
  • Bournemouth Pier0.3 mi
  • Bournemouth Beach0.3 mi
  • Bournemouth International Centre0.3 mi
  • Bournemouth Eye0.3 mi
  • The Square0.4 mi
  • Dean Park Cricket Ground0.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Royal Bath Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
June
£49
£58
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 177% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Royal Bath Hotel

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Royal Bath Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Royal Bath Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Royal Bath Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Royal Bath Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £45, while the most expensive was £126.
  • How long should you stay at Royal Bath Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Royal Bath Hotel

  • Why should I book a stay at the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?

    The Royal Bath Hotel and Spa was the first hotel to open in Bournemouth in 1838 and is said to have once been a regular haunt of Oscar Wilde. It’s a grand old building on the seafront with three restaurants, a bar, a leisure centre and a full spa. The rooms have been tastefully renovated and designed to reflect the history of the building. Most have views of the sea or the hotel gardens.

  • What are the wellness and fitness facilities like at the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?

    There is a heated indoor pool as well as a splash pool for children. The spa has a steam room, a range of beauty treatments such as pedicures and facials, as well as massage. The fitness suite has a range of cardiovascular machines and free weights. The gym and pool are open to guests and there are additional charges for the spa beauty treatments.

  • What makes the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa good for a romantic break?

    Couples report that the atmosphere of the rooms, the sea views and the in-house restaurants make this a lovely place to organise a couples retreat. The spa facilities as well as the fitness centre are a strong attraction also.

  • What are the dining facilities like at the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth?

    Breakfast and dinner is served in Oscar’s Brasserie, a wonderful historic dining hall that serves a buffet and cooked breakfast as well as an à la carte menu for dinner. The Lounge is open throughout the day and serves lunches as well as snacks and sandwiches. The Cafe Promenade offers great views of the coast and the promenade while serving light meals and hot and cold drinks.

  • What bar facilities are at the Royal Bath Hotel and Spa?

    There are two late night bars: Wilde’s Whisky Snug and the Lounge Bar. Both serve a range of real ales and other English and international beers as well as a wide range of wines, spirits and soft drinks.

  • What facilities at Royal Bath Hotel and Spa make it a good wedding destination?

    With honeymoon suites and lavish Victorian ballrooms as well as smaller, more intimate rooms, the Royal Bath Hotel is a popular wedding destination. The gardens and seafront location make it an ideal place to host your wedding and guests receive discounted rates on rooms.

  • What facilities are in place for pets?

    The Royal Bath Hotel and Spa is pet friendly, and you can bring your dog or cat to stay. There is a surcharge for this, which is payable for the first two nights and no further charge if you stay longer than that. You’ll need to bring your own bowls and pet bed.

  • What facilities are in place for customers with limited mobility at the Royal Bath Hotel and Spa?

    The hotel is largely accessible to wheelchairs. There are lifts to some floors and there are ramps in areas that are not immediately accessible.

  • Where is Royal Bath Hotel located?

    Royal Bath Hotel is located at Bath Road, 0.4 miles from the centre of Bournemouth. Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum is the closest landmark to Royal Bath Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Royal Bath Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Royal Bath Hotel.

  • Does Royal Bath Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Royal Bath Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Royal Bath Hotel from the airport?

    Royal Bath Hotel is 4.5 miles from Bournemouth. Royal Bath Hotel is 27.6 miles from Southampton Eastleigh.

  • Does Royal Bath Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Royal Bath Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Royal Bath Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Royal Bath Hotel in Bournemouth and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Royal Bath Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Royal Bath Hotel.

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Closest

See more nearby stays
3-star hotel
Premier Inn Bournemouth Central0.09 miRestaurant, Room service£53+
2-star hotel
3% cheaperRussel Court Hotel Bournemouth Central5.5 Okay (2,102 reviews)0.09 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£43+
4-star hotel
Marsham Court Hotel7.8 Good (1,833 reviews)0.09 miOutdoor pool, beachfront, Restaurant£72+
4-star hotel
Metro Palace Court
0.16 mi£91+

Cheapest

See cheapest stays in Bournemouth
3-star hotel
27% cheaperBurley Court Hotel6.6 Good (1,740 reviews)0.3 miOutdoor pool, Bar/Lounge, Room service£33+
3-star hotel
12% cheaperSuncliff Hotel - Oceana Collection7.2 Good (3,077 reviews)0.31 miPrivate beach, snorkelling, Indoor pool£39+
3-star hotel
10% cheaperHotel Celebrity Bournemouth East Cliff by Villare hotels7.6 Good (3,255 reviews)0.28 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£40+
2-star hotel
3% cheaperRussel Court Hotel Bournemouth Central5.5 Okay (2,102 reviews)0.09 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£43+

Most recommended

See most recommended stays in Bournemouth
3-star hotel
3% cheaperThe Grove Hotel8.7 Excellent (1,364 reviews)0.17 miAdults only, Bar/Lounge, Free Wi-Fi£43+
4-star hotel
The Green House8.5 Excellent (1,357 reviews)0.22 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£66+
4-star hotel
Hotel Miramar8.4 Excellent (892 reviews)0.19 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£74+
4-star hotel
Park Central Hotel8.3 Excellent (3,126 reviews)0.27 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£59+

Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.7
0.4 mi
Bournemouth
4.5 mi

Everything you need to know for your stay in Bournemouth