12 - 14 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3QP, United Kingdom
#31 of 69 hotels in Bournemouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1268 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
8.4
Facilities
7.8
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 15, 2024
Mark
United KingdomShower was very hard to switch on/off.
Close to Rail station to walk, easy to walk to venture nearby or taxi. Comfy spacious room and had been upgraded. Good comes before hand, helpful staff. As no restaurant they provided leaflets of places to eat with personal tips of favourites. Has pool area but didn’t get time to use.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Kirsty
United KingdomDecoration is a little outdated/tired
Plenty of parking Within walking distance of beach (15 mins)/ Bournemouth pier (30mins) Friendly staff Good room size Great swimming pool
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Gyates
United KingdomThe shower had a poor flow in the bedroom. Wall paper was a little tatty.
The health club and the swimming pool were great. The peace and quiet and overall comfort of the room. Night porters were friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Christina
United Kingdomsteam room wasn't in operation. breakfast a bit basic (no mushrooms/tomatos/beans etc)
swimming pool
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Alan
United KingdomSAD THAT IT IS NOW BEING SOLD OF TO BE A BLOCK OF FLATS, BUT STILL IN OPERATION RIGHT NOW, BUT SOME AREAS NEED ATTAENTION. BUT I'M AFRAID, ITS LIKE MANY PLACES IN THE HOSPITALTY INDUSTRIE, COVED HAS TAKEN ITS TOLL I'M AFRAID AND THERE IS NOT THE MONEY AROUND TO SAVE IT. BUT GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE STAFF, IN THE FUTURE.
THE STAFF WERE VERY GOOD AND HELPFUL, WE HAD A COUPLE OF ISSUES, WHICH WERE DEALT WITH PROMPTLY, WHICH IS ALL YOU ASK. NOT SURE WHEN THE PLACE IS SHUTTING DOWN OF YET, BUT IF IT'S STILL OPEN, WHEN WE ARE THAT WAY AGAIN, WE WILL BOOK HERE.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Tony
United KingdomUnfortunately, the hotel decor was looking slightly tired, however this didn't affect my stay. I was still happy with everything.
I only stayed overnight and enjoyed staying there, very clean and comfortable. The staff were so friendly and helpful. I was very pleased with the cost of my stay which was fantastic value and included a lovely breakfast. They have an indoor swimming pool but unfortunately forgot my swimmers (shame). Good car parking. Would thoroughly recommend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Tamayo
United KingdomInternet a bit iffy on the top floors.
It was a great experience, staff was really nice and welcoming. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Carlos
SpainVery very very creaky floorboards throughout the hotel, and there was a disconcerting drop when you step in the lift. No food available in the hotel in the evening but that is not a problem because as I wrote you can buy something at the shops nearby or order some food and eat it in the room. The shower pressure in the room wasn't very good and we discovered why, the flexible hose was damaged. There was a leak coming from the bath screen due the rubber shower door seal it was broken. The space between the toilet and the shower was minimum, making hard to wipe your bottom after doing a number two.
Very good location, free parking (do not park under a tree if you don't want your car to be spoiled and filthy by the birds), staff very kindness and welcoming. The room was nice, decent size, tidy, and clean. Room temperature was perfect. Room provided with iron and ironing table. Free coffee and tea with a kettle ready to be used. You can have a take away and the staff will provided you with plates and cutlery in case is needed. Decoration is not up to date but it is very functional, and the bed is comfortable. Free access to the pool an sauna that we didn't used it.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Jayne
United KingdomIn need of some tlc but it’s being converted into flats soon so that’s why no work has been done which is a shame. One member of staff appeared a bit grumpy! Otherwise no complaints
Room decent size and very clean. Pool, jacuzzi. Gym, steam and sauna rooms all included in price and open decent hours
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Laura
United KingdomNeeds a bit of TLC
Location, staff friendliness and amenities
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Rob
United KingdomWe’ve stayed here a couple of times before and we were pleased to see on arrival it still has the same charm about it. The staff are pleasant and helpful and the room, very comfortable. Breakfast was perhaps a little on the basic side, but only £10 p/p which we felt was a fair price. Five min walk to the station and 20mins or so to the pier. Love the fact it has a pool, although we’ve yet to use it (there’s always next time!).
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Sally
United KingdomHave stayed at Elstead many times over the past 10yrs...sadly this will be probably the last time..as I'm informed it's due to be re developed.. but lovely n clean and nice hot showers..bit tired now tho to be expected..
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Gayle
United KingdomBit dated but it was clean so wasn’t bothered about this
Fridge in the room, free access to the pool, free parking, excellent price and location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Rodrigo
PanamaGood location, excellent price
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 19, 2024
Dipena
United KingdomStaffs were super friendly. Facilities I.e sauna steam gym good
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Umesh
United KingdomThe main entrances were not attractive due to the building being so old.
The room was clean but the towel handrail in the bathroom was without heating.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 12, 2024
Caroline
United KingdomShower.
Comfortable, friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 12, 2024
Mel
United KingdomDecor a bit tired, so even though the bathroom was clean, it didn't look it... and the hook was half falling off of the bathroom door. Very very creaky floorboards throughout the hotel, and there was a disconcerting drop when you stepped in the lift.. but we found this to be more entertaining than a problem 😁 The area around the hotel seemed a little dodgy at night, but there is good capacity on site for parking and it's not too far from the train station.
Very good value for money, helpful and friendly staff. The bed was comfortable, nice hot shower, no noise or interference from other guests and there were excellent tea making facilities in the room. No food available in the hotel in the evening, but the staff were happy for us to order something in to eat in our room. Also very tolerant when we arrived for breakfast 5 minutes before the cut off time, and didn't rush us :) Lovely coffee!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 11, 2024
David
United KingdomNothing really.
Large comfortable room. They have facilities to heat (microwave) and eat takeaways as they don't serve lunch or dinner.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 10, 2024
Joan
United KingdomDated decor.
Price. Location. Swimming pool.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Jill
United KingdomFurniishings very dated and interior could benefit from a lick of paint
Room was clean and close to train station l. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
David
United KingdomSausages at breakfast were somewhat over-cooked.
Good size room with large clean bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities. Very reasonable price.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Abigail
United KingdomTiny amount of noise from passers by from being roadside, but actually very quiet for a Saturday night so it didn't disturb sleep.
Another lovely stay, friendly staff and a great little pool and jacuzzi. Discovered the sauna and steam rooms which were a bonus! Tasty breakfast with perfectly done bacon and in the evening we were allowed to bring in pizza to eat in the lounge. My daughter loves this place ❤
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Lorri
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like. The decor of the place was a bit tired and old fashioned but that would not stop me going there again.
The staff were so lovely and friendly. The room was nice and big. The location was brilliant, right in the town and near the beach.
Stayed in January 2024
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