Kantara Guest House – Family Hotel in Bournemouth | From 82$/Night

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About the Hotel

8 Gardens View, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 3QA

“The location was perfect for accessing the beach and gardens.”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Kantara Guest House offers 6 rooms, including single, twin, double, and family options. Most rooms have ensuite bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. Each room includes a Freeview TV, tea and coffee maker, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature garden views and carpeted floors. Bathrobes are provided in select rooms.

Dining Options

A free continental breakfast is served daily in the dining area. Guests can upgrade to a full English breakfast for an additional cost. No onsite restaurants are available, but Bournemouth town center has coffee shops, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance.

Leisure & Nearby

The guest house is a 10-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach, which holds the European Blue Flag Award. Nearby attractions include Bournemouth Gardens with mini golf, the Bournemouth Eye balloon, and the Oceanarium. The town center offers cinemas, amusement arcades, windsurfing, and summer firework displays.

Location & Transport

Kantara Guest House is a 5-minute walk from Bournemouth train and coach station. The beach, town center, and seafront are within easy walking distance. Public transport connects to Boscombe Beach (1.5 km), St Peter's Church (2 km), and Russell-Cotes Art Gallery (1.5 km).

Services & Policies

Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, with luggage drop-off available. Free roadside parking is offered, and the property is non-smoking. Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to arrival. Travel insurance is recommended. Rates start at £25 per person, with a 2-night minimum stay on weekends from Easter to September.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Budget Double Room

Max:

2 persons

65 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

65 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

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Budget Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

65 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Garden view

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Bournemouth 1.1 mi

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 5.5 mi

Southampton (SOU) 32.5 mi

Train

Bournemouth Train Station2000 ft

Bus

Bus stop2300 ft

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Security
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Children

Cots

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

8 Gardens View, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 3QA

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8 Gardens View, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 3QA

City landmarks

Beach

Bournemouth Beach

1.3 mi

Aquarium

Oceanarium

1.3 mi

Gallery

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

1.1 mi

Harbour

Boscombe Pier

5200 ft

Harbour

Bournemouth Pier

1.3 mi

Parking area

Bournemouth International Centre

1.3 mi

Garden

Lower Gardens

1.3 mi

Landmark

Boscombe Chine Gardens

4800 ft

Park

Bournemouth Parks

1.3 mi

Theatre

Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

1.3 mi

Square

The Square

1.3 mi

Beach

Boscombe Beach

5100 ft

Church

St Peter's Church

1.1 mi

Museum

Science Zone UK

3600 ft

Event hall

O2 Academy Bournemouth

4600 ft

Gallery

Westover Gallery

1.2 mi

Landmark

Opera House Bournemouth

4500 ft

Shopping Area

Boscombe High Street

1.1 mi

Landmark

Boscombe's Royal Arcade

4500 ft

Casino

Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth

1.1 mi

Church

Church Of St Swithun

2200 ft

Church

Church Of St Clement

2400 ft

Theatre

Shelley Theatre

1.3 mi

Landmark

Shelley Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Laser Quest Bournemouth

1.2 mi

Landmark

Central Gardens

1.5 mi

Landmark

Marvo Mysteries Escape Room Bournemouth

3900 ft

Landmark

Vitality Stadium

1.5 mi

Landmark

Queen's Park

1.8 mi

Nearby

Knyveton Gardens

200 ft

Restaurants

Bournemouth Noodle Bar

2100 ft

3-5 Anglo City House 13 Lansdowne Road

Little Asia

2300 ft

172 Holdenhurst Road

Chikititas Cafe & Brasserie

1500 ft

52 St. Swithuns Road

Naked Coffee Bear Pit

1900 ft

Holdenhurst Road

Fresh & Delish

2000 ft

Executive Business Centre 89 Holdenhurst Road At Bournemouth Station Roundabout

Squirrel Cafe and Mini Golf

2800 ft

401 Christchurch Road Boscombe Chine Gardens

Idah's Patisserie

3300 ft

3 Lansdowne House Christchurch Road

The Inferno

3800 ft

38 Holdenhurst Road

Sunny's Fish and Chips

3200 ft

469-471 Christchurch Road

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

88%

loved it and would return for another family vacation

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.2

Service

9.6

Dining

8.5

Larry

United States, October 2024

9.0/10

Great location, comfy room, and Rose was a sweetheart! Breakfast was a bit basic but the price was right.

Rooms

9.0

My room was small but very clean and the bed was super comfy. I loved the purple cushions!

Service

10.0

Rose was amazing - friendly, helpful, and always ready with a smile. Made check-in and check-out a breeze.

Location

10.0

Perfect location! Easy walk to the beach and town center. Also very close to the beach

Dining

7.0

Simple continental breakfast, included in the price. Good selection of cereals and pastries.

Facilities

8.0

Wi-Fi worked great. Shared bathroom was clean and modern.

Ashley

United States, August 2024

9.0/10

A fantastic short break! Rose's warm welcome, comfy room, and the beach being so close made it perfect.

Rooms

9.0

Fresh, comfortable room. Everything was clean and tidy.

Service

10.0

Rose and Phil were such cute hosts, always ready to help and point you in the right direction.

Location

10.0

Amazing location - a quick walk to the beach and great for exploring Bournemouth.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was great - can't fault anything!

Facilities

8.0

Free wifi worked perfectly, no issues whatsoever.

David

United States, June 2024

8.0/10

A pleasant surprise! Clean, modern room with great wifi. Shared bathroom was never a problem.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean, tidy, and modern - much better than expected! Had everything I needed.

Service

8.0

Rose gave us a warm welcome and showed us to our room. Very friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

About a 15-minute walk from the beach, in a quiet, residential area

Dining

5.0

Didn't have breakfast, so can't comment.

Facilities

8.0

Free wifi streamed well, shared bathroom always clean.

Peter

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

A lovely relaxing stay in a great location with a cute atmosphere! Breakfast was delicious!

Rooms

8.0

Our room was very clean and comfortable. It was a little small but perfectly adequate for our needs.

Service

10.0

The owner was very cute and friendly. She made us feel at home.

Location

9.0

Very handy for the train station and a short walk to the beach. opposite a park

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was very good, with a good selection of continental options, including fresh croissants and fruit. side dishes,

Facilities

9.0

Shared bathroom facilities were always clean and modern.

Morris

United States, January 2024

9.0/10

Great value for money! Clean, modern facilities and a warm welcome from Rose. Perfect for a short break.

Rooms

10.0

The room was spotless and very well-decorated. The bed was extremely comfortable.

Service

10.0

Rose was incredibly cute and helpful, making our stay so much easier.

Location

9.0

Easy to walk to the beach and town center. in a quiet, residential area

Dining

8.0

Continental breakfast was included and had a good selection of food.

Facilities

9.0

Shared bathroom was always clean and modern. Wifi was fast and reliable.

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Kantara Guest House – A Favorite for Families in Bournemouth

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Nearby

Location & Transport

Services & Policies

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Children

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

Family-focused reviews and ratings

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