"A group of four of us stayed here for two nights. The rooms were clean, spacious, warm and very comfortable. The food was excellent (we ate there two evenings) though we were slightly disappointed with breakfast as a full English was not provided. The staff were great, very helpful and friendly. Overall, we had an excellent stay at a very reasonable cost. Recommended and hopefully we shall return at some point."
"A group of four of us stayed here for two nights. The rooms were clean, spacious, warm and very comfortable. The food was excellent (we ate there two evenings) though we were slightly disappointed with breakfast as a full English was not provided. The staff were great, very helpful and friendly. Overall, we had an excellent stay at a very reasonable cost. Recommended and hopefully we shall return at some point."
"This was the 2nd time we stayed here when it was managed under a major hotel chain, this time around felt more personable and is our go to hotel in Bournemouth. Highly recommend"
"This was the 2nd time we stayed here when it was managed under a major hotel chain, this time around felt more personable and is our go to hotel in Bournemouth. Highly recommend"
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Great location right on the cliff front with views over the Channel, plenty if free parking on site, a great vibe to the place, very friendly and helpful staff and lots of them, extremely popular with locals which says plenty, and really excellent food in the restaurant.
Recommended!!
Great location right on the cliff front with views over the Channel, plenty if free parking on site, a great vibe to the place, very friendly and helpful staff and lots of them, extremely popular with locals which says plenty, and really excellent food in the restaurant.
Recommended!!
Grant
Reviewed September 14, 2026Reviewed September 14, 2026
We had the most amazing stay at the Clarence for 4 nights. Karen and Richard were exceptional hosts with hospitality second to no-one. The cooked to order breakfasts were outstanding and the accomodation was immaculate with attention to detail at every corner. We would highly recommend The Clarence.
We had the most amazing stay at the Clarence for 4 nights. Karen and Richard were exceptional hosts with hospitality second to no-one. The cooked to order breakfasts were outstanding and the accomodation was immaculate with attention to detail at every corner. We would highly recommend The Clarence.
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