Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth, Bournemouth
About the Hotel
Opened on Queen Victoria’s Coronation Day in 1838, the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa in Bournemouth is steeped in history. This classically styled hotel boasts stunning views of the sea and is a prominent venue for both leisure and business travelers. It features a blend of Victorian charm and modern amenities, making it a popular destination in the South of England. Guests are drawn to its proximity to the globally recognized Jurassic Coastline, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkable fossil localities.
Location
Located just 0.9 miles from Bournemouth Central, the Royal Bath Hotel is easily accessible for travelers. The hotel is set in a stunning coastal town, surrounded by scenic walking trails, including dog-friendly parks. Public transportation options are nearby, making it convenient for guests to explore the beautiful surrounding areas, including the famous Jurassic Coast.
Rooms
The Royal Bath Hotel offers a range of well-equipped rooms, each featuring satellite TV and free internet access. Guests can choose from various accommodations, including singles, doubles, and suites with stunning sea views. Many rooms include essential amenities like tea and coffee-making facilities and complimentary toiletries. Some of the upgraded rooms also offer spacious layouts and luxurious features.
Eat & Drink
Oscar's Brasserie provides guests with panoramic views and a diverse menu of freshly prepared dishes at dinner, alongside a popular breakfast buffet. Café Promenade serves light meals and snacks throughout the day, accompanied by beautiful coastline views. The Lounge offers a variety of hot and cold beverages, traditional tea, and homemade scones in a relaxed atmosphere.
Leisure & Business
Guests can enjoy the Health and Leisure Club, which features a heated indoor pool, steam room, and a fully equipped gym. For business needs, the hotel has five meeting rooms, accommodating 10 to 400 delegates, making it an ideal venue for conferences and corporate events. The staff is experienced in organizing professional events and ensuring smooth operations.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Elevator
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel has a stunning location right at the beach, near the promenade, and beautiful gardens. The rooms, unfortunately, were in a shabby condition with furniture that seemed discarded, but the single beds offered a lovely scenic view from the window. The service was disappointing with unhelpful staff and conflicting information from different members. The dining experience lacked variety, and some services like valet parking and welcome drinks were notably absent. The confusing layout with corridors and the Wi-Fi issues added to the drawbacks.
The hotel is located in a very bad area that requires attention, serving mediocre food options. The rooms lack proper views, and the service was unsatisfactory with unhelpful staff and Wi-Fi issues. However, the oatmeal was a decent dining choice but not included.
The hotel is located very near the beach and offers a convenient location close to restaurants. Although the rooms had visibly dirty carpets, the bath and the view of a backyard were nice touches, but the 4ft 6ins bed was a bit small. The service was severely lacking with unhelpful staff, including a rude manager who showed a lack of courteous customer service. The location felt like an extension in a maze of corridors and was in a dangerous area requiring attention. The dining experience was subpar, especially for vegetarians. Despite these issues, the hotel offered dry cleaning and valet parking.
The hotel has a comfortable king-size bed, but the room was really hot and lacked basic amenities like drinking glasses or bottled water. The service was quite poor, with staff showing a lack of customer service skills and confusion in communication. The location, although close to the beach, is in a somewhat dangerous area. The dining experience fell short with average quality food and limited options. Despite these drawbacks, the facilities were satisfactory.
The hotel offers sea view rooms with balconies but charges extra for just a window view; enjoying the sunshine was pleasant but the additional fee for a window view was not worth it. Staff members seemed confused with directives, some were patient and polite while the manager was rude; lacking customer service knowledge was evident. The location was close to the sea but felt unsafe and required improvement. The dining experience was average, catering to vegetarians but lacking in quality; cold buffet dishes were served. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory but with room for improvement.
The hotel is in a convenient location, close to the beach and within walking distance of the center of Bournemouth. The rooms have lovely artwork but were not cleaned to the best standard, with coffee stains on the bedside table. However, the shower experience was luxurious despite a high fee of £666. The service was disappointing, with unhelpful staff and a rude manager who provided an inadequate response to requests. The hotel's location on a hill to the beach and down maze-like corridors may not appeal to all guests. Dining options were not included in the rate and lacked fresh fruit, but grilled sandwiches were available.
The hotel offers a mixed experience with clean and comfy rooms but lacks proper maintenance. The service is friendly, though inconsistent at times. The location has its ups and downs, being conveniently close to the city center but tucked into an area that needs attention. The dining options are average with limited choices, and the facilities are decent.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms, featuring a balcony for fresh air but lacking air conditioning, provided a sea view and unique furniture that seemed secondhand. The service was disappointing, with the Duty Manager causing issues and delays, leading to a ruined trip. The location was confusing to navigate but central in Bournemouth, although perceived as unsafe by some. Dining had its flaws, like the inability to cook certain dishes, but also offered homemade jams. Overall, an average stay with some drawbacks.
The hotel has some drawbacks like lack of opening windows or air conditioning and a view of a backyard, but the service was a letdown due to slow response times and lack of customer care. However, the location is decent for access to shops and the South coast.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and clean, but the service was very disappointing. The location was convenient, but the dining options were limited. The facilities were decent, but the value for money was not ideal.
The hotel provided a mix of experiences, with excellent views from the rooms but lacking some essentials like drinking water. The service was disappointing and lacked efficiency, impacting the overall trip negatively. The location offered beautiful surroundings but had some drawbacks, while the dining quality was average. Despite some shortcomings, the hotel's facilities added value to the stay.
The hotel had some ups and downs. The rooms were cozy with a lovely four-poster bed and fantastic views, but the lack of fresh air was a drawback. The service had its moments with one duty manager trying to make amends, although overall, there were letdowns. The location was a mix, right by the Bournemouth Pier but nestled in a dangerous area needing attention. The dining experience had its faults, especially for vegetarians. The facilities were decent, though not exceptional.
The hotel's location right on the seafront offers great views, but the rooms need upgrading and lack proper amenities. The service was a huge letdown, ruining my trip, and the nearby hotel offered better value. Despite these setbacks, the outside areas were pleasant for relaxing with a pet.
The hotel offers a unique serenity with access to gardens for natural photoshoots, but lacks windows for natural light or air circulation. The Wi-Fi provision needs improvement to cater to guests' connectivity needs effectively.
The hotel is conveniently situated at the top of the hill near the sea and surrounded by lovely gardens. While the rooms offer a charming ambiance with a four-poster bed and pleasant water pressure in the showers or bath, the lack of temperature control may be a drawback. The service was unfortunately subpar, with unhelpful and rude staff members providing conflicting information. The location is central to various attractions and amenities, making it a convenient choice for travelers. The dining experience, albeit not inclusive in the rate, offered decent quality food with a minor hiccup in cooking requests. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement.