Bournemouth Family Friendly Hotel Alternatives

Southbourne Getaway

• 4 guests

• 2 bedrooms

Southbourne, Bournemouth

Mere minutes away from Southbourne Beach and with a seaview to boot, this two-bedroom home is the ideal coastal escape for a small family seeking days filled with beach visits and sunshine. Offering a double bedroom and a twin, it’s perfect for kids – but everyone’s bound to love the balcony, where a small outdoor table awaits an alfresco meal or a light refreshment while taking in the sea view.

Coastal Castle

• 6 guests

• 2 bedrooms

Poole, Dorset

Set just a short stroll from Westbourne’s upmarket high street and only a five-minute drive from the golden sands of Bournemouth Beach, this modern maisonette offers a prime location for both coast and town. Exploring further afield along the coast or inland to the New Forest is a breeze, too, with private parking for two cars outside.

Sparkling Elderflower

• 16 guests

• 7 bedrooms

Poole, Dorset

While it may be a stretch to say that you'll be praying for rainy days here, the wealth of amenities at guests' disposal at this remarkable home will certainly lift moods when skies turn grey. All tastes and persuasions are catered to behind the home's four walls.