West Cliff Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Cliff
Popular places to visit
Bournemouth Beach
Stroll along miles of England’s southern coast and stop at the fun parks and activity centers along the way.
Bournemouth International Centre
Go to a performance, conference, exhibition or other event at this large venue, which sits on the beautiful coast of Bournemouth.
Bournemouth Pier
Zipline from a tall tower on the pier over the waves of the sea and down to the beach from this pier’s exhilarating activity center.
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
Treat yourself to a night of early 20th-century-style grandeur at this opulent and historic theater, where you can see everything from dramas to concerts.
Southbourne Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Southbourne Beach during your trip to Bournemouth?
O2 Academy Bournemouth
Spend an evening watching a big-name music act or attend a club night or sports event at this live performance venue, housed in a historic building.
Activities
Poole Fish & Chips Lunchtime or Evening Cruise
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Jaggers Comedy Club Saturday Night Stand up Comedy in Bournemouth
Our pick of the best West Cliff Hotel Deals
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
"Spacious room"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Durley Dean Hotel
"A perfectly placed hotel for exploring Bournemouth beaches. The restaurant was nice not huge selection but nice and freshly cooked. Breakfast was a good mix. Staff were fantastic. Especially Holly at front desk- she was so friendly and kind. Gave us tips to get to the best part of a beach nearby ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
THE NICI Bournemouth
"Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Pool was much needed in the heatwave. Feel this is a bit of a victim of its own success. It draws a certain clientele and doesn’t feel exclusive and for the price it should do. Pool needed cleaning. Otherwise head and shoulders above all the other Bournemouth ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Laguna Hotel
"The rooms and bathroom are a bit outdated. There’s no AC or fan, so we had to open the windows to cool down, but that meant dealing with quite a bit of road noise all night. Tiny 21” telly - tbh, computer monitors are bigger than that these days. Parking is limited, so we had to park on the roadside. ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
"Ok"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Bournemouth East Cliff by Belvilla
"Outside of hotel very shabby, inside looked a lot nicer. No facilities such as catering and spa etc all had to used at their sister hotel next door. Offered sea view room at additional cost, which we did not require. When we got to our room it had a sea view anyway. Room was a good size and clean ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Cliff
Bournemouth City Centre
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bournemouth City Centre. Make a stop by Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum or Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Westbourne
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and spas, Westbourne is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Bournemouth. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Bournemouth Town Hall or Alum Chine Beach.
Boscombe
Boscombe is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like O2 Academy Bournemouth and Boscombe Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bournemouth.
Southbourne
Though Southbourne may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southbourne Beach and Christchurch Harbour.
