Wessex Hotel West Cliff Road
Bournemouth, BH2 5EU Nightly Rates(147.51 - 245.85)3 Star
Property Description
Situated on the prestigious West Cliff - The Wessex is one of the leading hotels in Bournemouth and a warm welcome always awaits you with our team of friendly and professional staff. We offer 109 en-suite bedrooms - all individually decorated and offering sky TV - tea and coffee making facilities - trouser press and a hairdryer. We are also pleased to feature 24 new premier rooms with additional facilities such as king size beds - fridges and showers and baths. The hotel houses a luxurious leisure club which includes an indoor and outdoor pool - sauna and steam room and a well-equipped gym. The leisure club also offers a full programme of classes in our dance and fitness studio - including aerobics - tap - body pump - step and aqua aerobics. A total refurbishment of the bar - lounge and reception area was completed in February 2006. The hotel also offers 2 locally renowned restaurants - one Italian and the other serving a range of local and international dishes - and there is a large spacious lounge and bar area serving 24-hour drinks and snacks to residents. In the summer months - July and August - family entertainment is offered. There is free car parking for up to 160 cars and the hotel is in easy walking distance of the town centre and beach.From 1st July all Forestdale Hotels will become completely no smoking - including the bedrooms - when the Smokefree England legislation comes into force. We believe that providing a smoke-free environment will enhance the well-being and comfort of our guests and employees.
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Beach
Barber/Beauty Shop
Business Center
Coffee Maker in Room
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Fishing
Free Parking
Golf
Golf
Hairdryers Available
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pets Allowed
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Fitness Center or Spa
Tennis
Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
Standard Single
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Standard Single rooms have 1 Single bed and ensuite - City views - Decorated to an individual and comfortable standard with phone with personal voice mail - Sat TV - clock radio alarm - hairdryer - trouser press and courtesy tray - The bathroom has a bath with shower over - toiletries and a family of Forestdale Ducks - All rooms are non-smoking - Max Occ 1
Standard Double
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Standard Double rooms have 1 Double bed and ensuite - City views - Decorated to an individual and comfortable standard with phone with personal voice mail - Sat TV - clock radio alarm - hairdryer - trouser press and courtesy tray - The bathroom has a bath with shower over - toiletries and a family of Forestdale Ducks - All rooms are non-smoking - Max Occ 2
Standard Twin
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Standard Twin rooms have 2 Twin beds and ensuite - City views - Decorated to an individual and comfortable standard with phone with personal voice mail - Sat TV - clock radio alarm - hairdryer - trouser press and courtesy tray - The bathroom has a bath with shower over - toiletries and a family of Forestdale Ducks - All rooms are non-smoking - Max Occ 2
Premier Double
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Premier Double rooms have 1 Double bed and ensuite - City views - Decorated to a superior standard with phone with personal voice mail - Sat TV - clock radio alarm - hairdryer - trouser press and courtesy tray - The large bathroom has a bath with shower over - toiletries and a family of Forestdale Ducks - Request a rollaway bed for a child subject to availability - No dogs - All rooms are non-smokingMax Occ 2
Standard Twin-C2T
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Standard Twin rooms have 2 Twin beds and ensuite - City views - Decorated to an individual and comfortable standard with phone with personal voice mail - Sat TV - clock radio alarm - hairdryer - trouser press and courtesy tray - The bathroom has a bath with shower over - toiletries and a family of Forestdale Ducks - All rooms are non-smoking - Max Occ 2
Rate Disclaimer
Indicated rates for search purposes only; check for specific rate when making reservation.
Miscellaneous Information
British Pounds is the native currency.
Check in time is 2pm
Check out time is 11am
Time Zone is GMT (0)
Opened in 1898
Renovated in Ongoing
109 rooms.
0 suites.
5 floors.
Directions
From the airport turn left and follow directions to A338 - Bournemouth town centre. Follow signs to the Bournemouth International Centre. We are up the steep hill on the right. Aproximately 15 minutes.
Mitchell Way for 461 yards right, follow the roundabout for 85 yards Turn left, follow Wide Lane for 332 yards - 884 yards Turn left, follow the roundabout for 25 yards - 909 yards Turn left, follow A335 for 422 yards -1332 yards - At sign PORTSMOUTH turn left, follow the roundabout for 291 yards - 1623 yards - At sign THE WEST/BOURNEMOUTH follow the motorway M27 for 10 miles - 11 miles - At sign THE NEW FOREST(A337)/LYNDHURST/CADNAM follow A31 for 11 miles - 22 miles - Follow the ramp Ringwood Road for 970 yards until RINGWOOD - 23 miles Follow the roundabout Ashley Heath Roundabout for 25 yards - 23 miles Follow A338/ Wessex Way for 9 miles until BOURNEMOUTH - 32 miles Turn left, follow the roundabout St Pauls Roundabout for 5 yards - 32 miles Turn left, follow A35/ St Pauls Road for 318 yards - 32 miles Turn left, follow the roundabout Bournemouth Station Roundabout for 55 yards 32 miles - Bournemouth town centre. Follow signs to the Bournemouth International Centre. We are up the steep hill on the right.
SOU - Southampton - 25 Miles East
BOH-Bournemouth Airport-8 Mi E / SOU-Southampton Airport-32 Mi E
Guarantee Policy
All reservations must be guaranteed. A deposit is not required. Exceptions may apply during holidays, special events or conventions, see Rate Rules.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations must be cancelled by 12pm on the day of arrival to avoid a penalty of 1 night stay plus tax. No-show fee- 1 nights stay Exceptions may apply during holidays/ special events or conventions/ see Rate Rules.
Restaurant Information
APPLEGARTH
APPLEGARTH - Location: On-site ground floor - Type: Full Service Restaurant - Cuisine: General - Wide range of international cuisine with extensive wine list from around the world. - Breakfast: 7.30 - 9.30 and 8.00 - 10.00 Saturday and Sunday. Last orders. - Dinner: 7pm - 9.30pm and 7pm - 9pm Sunday and 6pm - 9.30pm SummerTime. Last orders - Rating: 3 - Dress Code: Smart/Casual
BAR
BAR - Location: On-site ground floor - Type: Snack Bar - Cuisine: International Range of Bar Snacks - Lunch: 12 - 2pm 12-3 Saturday & Sunday - Rating: n/a - Dress Code: Casual
AMALFI
AMALFI - Location: On-site Lower Ground Floor - Type: Full Service Restaurant . The restaurant is privately owned, but guests can use and pay separately - Cuisine (French, Italian, etc.): Authentic Italian Menu - Lunch: 12mid-day - 2pm last orders - Dinner: 6pm - 11pm last orders - Rating: n/a - Dress Code: Smart. - Please note that from 1st July 2007 there will be a no smoking policy throughout our hotel- including restaurants and bars
MEAL PLANS
- Bed & Breakfast includes a Full English Breakfast in the restaurant. - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast includes a Full English Breakfast, and a 3 course meal
Meeting Facility
Meeting Facilities
The property has eight meeting rooms with an overall conference capacity of 400 persons. SERVICES: Audio/Visual Equipment, Copy Service, Fax Machine, Catering, Computer Modem Hookups, Copy Machine, Equipment Rental, Fax Service.
FORESTDALE
- Dimensions: 359 sqm - Maximum Capacity: 400 theatre style - Description: Large pillarless confernce room ideal for meetings and dinners
BRYANSTON
- Dimensions: 102 sqm - Maximum Capacity: 100 theatre style - Description: Overlooks front lawn and ideal for conferences and wedding receptions
PURBECK
- Dimensions: 81 sqm - Maximum Capacity: 50 theatre style - Description: Next to reception and ideal for small meetings and private dinners
WESSEX SUITE
- Dimensions: 90 sqm - Maximum Capacity: 120 theatre style - Description: Purpose built conference room with syndicates, own access and w.c's and full conference facilities
Recreation Information
Recreation
Fitness Center, Childrens' Program/Activities, Massage service, Swimming, Beach, Sauna, Steam room, Game room, Solarium, Tanning beds, Billiards, Bowling, Cricket, Dancing, Dog racing, Golf, Football, Water sports, Museums, Shopping, Dining, Sightseeing Tours, Sports events, Theatre
Southampton - 25.0 Miles East
Stonehenge - 30.0 Miles North
Bournemouth Town Centre - 0.5 Miles East
Bournemouth Beach - 0.5 Miles South East
New Forest - 15.0 Miles East - Walking-Cycling-Horse Riding
Isle of Purbeck - 10.0 Miles West - Dorsets Jurassic Coast
Bournemouth Airport - 8.0 Miles East
Marwell Zoo - 50.0 Miles East - Safari Park
National Trust Houses - 0.0 Miles North - Various houses and gardens
Poole Town Centre and Quay - 5.0 Miles West - Natural Harbour-Boat Trips
Sanbank Beach - Poole - 5.0 Miles West
Bournemouth International Centre - 0.5 Miles East - Conference Centre
Salisbury - 20.0 Miles North East - Small picturesque city
Brownsea Island - 10.0 Miles South East - In Poole Harbour-National Trust
Isle of Wight - 20.0 Miles South East
Dorchester - 30.0 Miles West - Thomas Hardy Country
