Boscombe Pier Tours and Activities

The check in Apt and virtual key were unusual for me but the instructions were clear and easy to follow. The apartment was pristine and very inviting. I would recommend Alison Court to friends and family. I hope that on my next visit I am able to book for a longer stay.

During my recent trip to Bournemouth, I stayed at the Bournemouth Carlton Hotel. Below is my detailed feedback: Positives Prime Location: The hotel’s location is genuinely convenient—just a short stroll to both the beach and the town centre. This makes it easy to enjoy seaside walks, access local shops, and explore Bournemouth’s main attractions without needing transportation. Spacious Rooms: The guest rooms are generously sized, giving ample space to relax after a day out. This was a pleasant surprise compared to many city hotels with cramped accommodations. Decent Restaurant Food: The food served at the on-site restaurant was decent. While not gourmet, the variety and quality met expectations and provided a comfortable dining option on evenings when I didn’t feel like venturing out. Negatives Aging Building & Poor Maintenance: Being an older property, the building shows signs of wear and tear. Maintenance standards are below what I’d expect, with aspects of the infrastructure not being up to the mark. Low Water Pressure: A notable issue was the lack of water pressure in both the shower and the washroom. This made showers less enjoyable and points to plumbing concerns that need attention. Room Cleaning Service: Housekeeping requires significant improvements. The room cleaning service was inconsistent, and requests for towels went unanswered despite multiple calls. This lack of responsiveness detracted from the overall comfort.

I was greeted warmly by a male receptionist. It was late as I had been to a concert at Romsey Abbey. Parking was difficult close to the hotel but found spaces in The Club area. My room was ok but needed a bit of modernising. Bathroom was more modern but had shower curtain rather than a screen. I personally prefer a walk in shower to a shower over the bath. The room was so hot. The window did open but still hot. A notice said keep bathroom door closed when using. I didn’t do that as I realised I couldn’t turn the door knob so if I had pushed the door closed I wouldn’t have been able to open it again! Breakfast was very good and the staff were very friendly.