Guest Reviews

Brilliant friendly hotel in great location
"This lovely family run boutique hotel is a real gem and was a breath of fresh air after a dreadful experience at a different Bournemouth hotel a few weeks before. Avalon is in a really fantastic location a minute's walk to the beach at Southbourne, which is still part of Bournemouth but away from the town centre and the tourist..." more
(London)

Excellent, friendly, immaculate hotel
"We have just returned from a 2 night stay at the Avalon Beach Hotel, Southbourne. We were greeted by Patricia who was a very genuine and friendly hostess. We arrived earlier than the stated room availability time, but nevertheless were taken immediately to our room. We had dinner at the hotel in the evening, excellent food, the coffee ameretto crunch..." more
(Kent)

Heavenly, Homely and Heartwarming
"Well, having read the many reviews here I pondered if my expectations would be "too high". My answer - they were exceeded. you see the thing that sets this stay apart is it feels nothing like a hotel - it is a home, and like a home is full of personality, warmth and love. This atmosphere is conducive to a..." more
(Sydney Australia)

Great Stay
"We recently stayed at the Avalon Hotel with our elderly parents for one night only, pre cruise from Southampton. The location was excellent, couple of minutes walk from lovely sandy beach (pity about the weather). Paul and Patricia were wonderful hosts and nothing was too much trouble, we booked the evening meal option and the food matched the expectations we..." more
(Rotherham, England)

True hospitality at this lovely hotel
"A group of us spent two nights in this lovely hotel and nothing was too much trouble. From calling taxis, enabling use of the beach hut to directions to the nearest pub, Paul & Patricia were there to help. We had dinner at the hotel one night and the food was excellent. If you're looking for value, accompanied by great..." more
(Worthing, West Sussex)

Wonderful small hotel
"What a great place to stay. Hotel is small and impeccably clean and beautifully decorated with delicious food available if required. The rooms are well appointed and the beds are a dream! Near to the beach and cliffside walks and a short bus ride into town. Make sure you sample the homecooking for your evening meal and the breakfasts are..." more
(Scotland)