Dolphins Hotel

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

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About this property

Welcome to Dolphins Hotel, a family-run B&B in the heart of Bournemouth — just a 10-minute stroll from the sandy beach and lively pier. We’re Lena and Miles Dolphin — yes, our surname is Dolphin, so we figured naming the hotel after ourselves was only fair! We’ve been happily married for 25 years (somehow we’re still together — don’t ask us how!), and we’ve been running this cosy little spot since 2004. After 20 years in business, we definitely know what we’re doing — and many of our guests have become lifelong friends along the way. Location: Perfectly placed in central Bournemouth, within easy walking distance of the beach, pier, and Bournemouth International Centre. Accommodation: Comfortable, well-equipped rooms with free Wi-Fi (wired and wireless), TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and soft carpeted floors — a cosy home away from home. Parking: We offer limited free private parking on-site — and when we say “limited,” we mean if you arrive early, you’ll be fine. If you’re the last one in… well, there’s a public car park nearby (and yes, you’ll have to pay — sorry!). Eco-Friendly: We also have charging points for electric cars for guests who drive sustainably. Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty, freshly cooked Full English breakfast served every morning in our warm dining area. Extras: A small, peaceful garden with BBQ facilities — perfect for relaxing on sunny days. Pet Friendly: Pets are welcome, so feel free to bring your furry friends along. Ideal For: Couples especially love the location, giving it a 9.2 rating for two-person getaways.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

    • Located in the real heart of Bournemouth, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
3 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marzia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hotel is clean and comfortable, near the beach (15 min walking) and there is a parking space outside.”
  • Tracey
    Canada Canada
    “Great location, clean comfy room and Miles was the consummate host !!”
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing location. Second time here and hosts are amazing and more than helpful. So attentive.”
  • Ahatsham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great, helpful hosts, a big, well furnished room, comfortable bed, private bathroom, cleaned daily, lots of plugs for gadgets, huge windows to light up the room, big radiator to warm it up, TV with lots of channels, the only downside was there was...”
  • Krystal
    United States United States
    “There is not much parking in the hotel, but the owner always looks up for us to find parking on the premises. He was very friendly, he gave us restaurant suggestions. The room was clean on a nice location, you could walk to all the restaurants.”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Really high quality for a small , seaside hotel , delightful owner , handy parking , extremely good bathroom for a little hotel , location so convenient .”
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Spacious room and early check-in. Very friendly staff.”
  • Gray
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hotel met all our expectations and more. Easy to get into the centre of the town and some excellent local bars selling great beverage's. Would recommend this very friendly hotel !!!!”
  • Jorge
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good size room, clean and cost quality as we were expecting. the management was really nice. The location was great few minutes from the beach and from the centre.”
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very friendly hosts, close to beach and BIC, room was very clean and comfortable and as a bonus, it had a fridge! Managed to secure free onsite parking for my stay too. Would definitely recommend and plan to stay again.”

Managed by Miles & Lena Dolphin - Please note that we never ask for extra card payments

Company review score: 9.5Based on 498 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We’re Miles and Lena — married for 25 years (and somehow still talking to each other). We’ve been running Dolphins Hotel for the last 20 of those years, gradually improving it bit by bit every winter… mostly because that’s the only time we can sneak in a “holiday” — and even then, it usually involves a paintbrush or a hammer! We believe in honesty, genuine hospitality, and a personal touch. We’re here for you 24/7 — whether you need a hand with something, a recommendation, or just a friendly chat. After two decades of welcoming guests — many of whom have become friends (and some who’ve even brought us biscuits) — we’ve learned that a warm smile, a comfy room, and a good sense of humor can make any stay feel like home. And if you need help with anything during your visit, just ask — we’re always happy to lend a hand… or a corkscrew… or point you in the direction of the beach.

Property info

Welcome to Dolphins Hotel, a family-run B&B in the heart of Bournemouth — just a 10-minute stroll from the sandy beach and lively pier. We’re Lena and Miles Dolphin — yes, our surname is Dolphin, so we figured naming the hotel after ourselves was only fair! We’ve been happily married for 25 years (somehow we’re still together — don’t ask us how!), and we’ve been running this cosy little spot since 2004. After 20 years in business, we definitely know what we’re doing — and many of our guests have become lifelong friends along the way. Location: Perfectly placed in central Bournemouth, within easy walking distance of the beach, pier, and Bournemouth International Centre. Accommodation: Comfortable, well-equipped rooms with free Wi-Fi (wired and wireless), TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and soft carpeted floors — a cosy home away from home. Parking: We offer limited free private parking on-site — and when we say “limited,” we mean if you arrive early, you’ll be fine. If you’re the last one in… well, there’s a public car park nearby (and yes, you’ll have to pay — sorry!). Eco-Friendly: We also have charging points for electric cars for guests who drive sustainably. Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty, freshly cooked Full English breakfast served every morning in our warm dining area. Extras: A small, peaceful garden with BBQ facilities — perfect for relaxing on sunny days. Pet Friendly: Pets are welcome, so feel free to bring your furry friends along. Ideal For: Couples especially love the location, giving it a 9.2 rating for two-person getaways.

Neighborhood info

The hotel is close to the center of Bournemouth, with easy access to the shopping streets as well as the beach. Slightly away from the noise, with almost no passing traffic by car or on foot this is a quiet area in the middle of town.

Languages Spoken

English,French

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that parking spaces are limited; guests should check with the hotel for availability before arriving with a car.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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