Reviews

Location, location, location Yes its just a beach hut but wow what a beach!
Yes its small but we slept 5 of us fine.... read moreYes its just a beach hut but wow what a beach!
Yes its small but we slept 5 of us fine.
Yes the mezanine steps are steep and not suitable for those of us with mobility issues but the quality of the place was top notch. I loved the thoughtful details such as the clever storage space, provision of welcome pack etc.
Even 6 foot husband who had moaned about the restricted height upstairs said it was a brilliant experience when having final breakfast overlooking the beach.
Maybe wifi is patchy I don't know as we were busy looking at the view not our phones and nephew never even got out the Ipad he had insisted on bringing!
Plus what really made the experience for me was the staff - yes as I say its "just a beach hut" but it was spotless and came with 5 star service.
It would be great if there are more wheelchair accessible ones available in future. More read less

Perfect beach location, cosy lodge We have spent 4 nights here and loved every minute of it. The check-in was really fast, and we opened... read moreWe have spent 4 nights here and loved every minute of it. The check-in was really fast, and we opened the lodge and found it to be spotlessly clean. The layout has been really thought through, maximising the space. The upstairs open plan bedroom, with the single and double bed is a lovely place to sleep with the windows at the front and back left open at night. It's great hearing the waves crashing on the beach at 3am. The location of the lodges is perfect, where the access from your vehicle at the cliff top is a few minutes walk, and the section of beach is far enough from Boscombe that it's never busy. In fact in the early morning and evening you can have a section of the beach to yourself most days. And the beach is stunning.. the best soft sand and perfect for children to build sandcastles. The land train was a pleasant surprise, being free for people staying at the lodges, connecting Boscombe to Bournemouth pier and back. You can also get Yellow buses from Boscombe pier if you choose to or the land train is too busy. And so to summarise, it has been the perfect escape to the beach that I could have hoped for, right next to it, plenty to do if you want to get to Bournemouth, or great for just relaxing on the beach opposite your lodge. It was expensive... We have spent 4 nights here and loved every minute of it. The check-in was really fast, and we opened the lodge and found it to be spotlessly clean. The layout has been really thought through, maximising the space. The upstairs open plan bedroom, with the single and double bed is a lovely place to sleep with the windows at the front and back left open at night. It's great hearing the waves crashing on the beach at 3am.
The location of the lodges is perfect, where the access from your vehicle at the cliff top is a few minutes walk, and the section of beach is far enough from Boscombe that it's never busy. In fact in the early morning and evening you can have a section of the beach to yourself most days. And the beach is stunning.. the best soft sand and perfect for children to build sandcastles. The land train was a pleasant surprise, being free for people staying at the lodges, connecting Boscombe to Bournemouth pier and back. You can also get Yellow buses from Boscombe pier if you choose to or the land train is too busy. And so to summarise, it has been the perfect escape to the beach that I could have hoped for, right next to it, plenty to do if you want to get to Bournemouth, or great for just relaxing on the beach opposite your lodge.
It was expensive but without doubt will visit again. More read less

Absolutely loved it here Visited with friends in the next lodge and had a wonderful 4 days. The lodges have everything you need and... read moreVisited with friends in the next lodge and had a wonderful 4 days. The lodges have everything you need and staff really helpful. Waking up to the sound of waves and having the beach on your doorstep is perfect. You are far enough away from the busy pier to enjoy the quieter area but it’s easily walkable or jump on the little train. Hope to be back next year. read less

Second visit We loved the lodges so much in 2019 we came back again and this time brought the whole family!! Absolutely... read moreWe loved the lodges so much in 2019 we came back again and this time brought the whole family!! Absolutely perfect having 3 lodges, next door to each other, giving privacy and space when needed but fabulous memories made of bedtime stories all together. It was better than I remembered and had forgotten how relaxing it is to stay there and hearing the sounds of the sea all day and night!!! The zigzag hadn't got any less steep - my calves were not thanking me, but only 2 trips up & down needed having borrowed a trolley, a godsend!!! We discovered the 'bistro on the beach' for the best fish and chips, only 1.6 miles away, a lovely evening stroll along the beach. The beach was as empty as before, even on the hot days, a little piece of heaven & we loved the huge selection of ice creams & scrummy chips made by the friendly team in the 'cafe'. We will be back xx read less

Girls Weekend Sisters and nieces weekend…Our beach lodge was absolutely fabulous. Perfect for beachy days and lazy evenings. Lovely and quiet but... read moreSisters and nieces weekend…Our beach lodge was absolutely fabulous. Perfect for beachy days and lazy evenings. Lovely and quiet but close enough to amenities. Waking up to the sound of the sea…just amazing. Lodges make clever use of space - would 100% recommend and we will be back next year. read less

Highly recommended Small, but perfectly formed!
Beautiful white cosy bedding and white fluffy towels. A well equipped kitchen, with all the kitchen roll... read moreSmall, but perfectly formed!
Beautiful white cosy bedding and white fluffy towels. A well equipped kitchen, with all the kitchen roll etc that you need.
We tried the double bed in the eves, but it made a noise every time my husband moved, so we used the double downstairs. Really comfortable and great to sit in bed with a cuppa each morning and look out to sea.
Shower was either boiling or cold. Never worked out why, but it did the job.

Made good use of the Beryl bikes! You can ride both directions along the beach for around a fiver! You will need your driving licence for a scooter.

Parking at the top of the cliff works out fine. Walked to Boscombe High Street for fish and chips and Lidls, but it's pretty awful. Fish and chips from Sunny's were delicious, but nobody delivers to the Lodges.

We will definitely be back More read less

Comprehensive Review “You have reached your destination” was right on point. You’ll see a Bournemouth Beach Lodges sign (pictured) and if you... read more“You have reached your destination” was right on point. You’ll see a Bournemouth Beach Lodges sign (pictured) and if you don’t stray off the solar lighted path you’ll be there in a jiffy. It’s quick but downhill so hold on tight to the luggage! If you have lots of little bags you may want to grab a trolley on check in to reduce the trips- your thighs will thank you! The views on the way down welcome you in the best way.

Our lodge (21) was absolutely gleaming and spotless and that is the first time I can say that in all the years of hotels and lodges. Super standards.

As a parent, my eyes lit up when I saw the Netflix and YouTube button on the remote. Hallelujah.

The storage space in the lodge was clever and plentiful. Another really impressive aspect of the lodge.

The child safety gate is a good touch for young children (or sleepwalkers!). The fact that you have a gate on your decking area will keep crawlers, walkers and furry friends safe too!

Location wise, the beach is really quiet compared to Bournemouth beach which we prefer. The views aren’t interrupted by a swarm of humans! Boscombe pier is less than 10 minutes away and before that there are eating options too.

There is a small shopping centre in Boscombe for supermarket needs (Lidl, savers, wilko, pound land etc) as well as clothes.

The land train runs pier to pier and the times are shown on the office window. It’s a nice ride and dog friendly too. The fact it’s free for those staying in the lodge (just show your key) is one of the best perks!

Definitely recommend bringing the car round on check out to pack up- quick, easy and less painful!

Thank you Bournemouth Beach Lodges for a lovely stay!

Tips for improvement-
•Shower door was really stiff and hard to open at times. Older people and children may struggle.
•Lots of light coming through in the mornings
• Cuttlery and bowls/cups for children would be a good addition
• It’s a shame there’s no arrangement for Uber Eats, Deliveroo etc to deliver to the top of the zigzag.

Finally, the cafe Walls is ridiculously over priced. £2.80 for a small latte and £2.60 for a portion of chips the size of a McDonald’s happy meal is just criminal. Shame as it spoilt our plans for fish and chips on the beach. read less

Wonderful lodges right on the beach Just returned from a mid week break, the weather was fabulous so made it even more special. The lodges... read moreJust returned from a mid week break, the weather was fabulous so made it even more special. The lodges are spotlessly clean and the facilities are first class. Being right on the beach make these lodges brilliant for families with children. Although they sleep up to 6 I honestly think it would be a bit cramped and not very private as the upstairs sleeping area is very open, A perfect find for 2 adults and up to 3 children. The stairs are very steep but once up there the beds are comfortable but on the floor so could be difficult to get out of. There are safety gates top and bottom for small children. We had no problem parking on the overcliff this week but I m sure it would be extremely busy at the height of the summer. The lodges are positioned right below the zig zag to the main road, it is quite steep but manageable. The office staff were also very obliging so all in all a wonderful accommodation find. More read less

Beautiful views Stunning views from a really unique set up. The lodges are well thought out and clean. Loved opening the doors... read moreStunning views from a really unique set up. The lodges are well thought out and clean. Loved opening the doors right up and taking in the sea air. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Nice bar/restaurant a short walk away. Not many options for food nearby but can get Deliveroo to Boscombe pier and walk 10 mins back. Can be quite noisy at night if over a weekend like us, but it’s sporadic as I think party’s etc are moved on. Would recommend ear plugs just in case but otherwise, listening to the sound of the sea in bed at night is very soothing. read less

Beautiful lodges right on the beach Just returned from a wonderful stay at the Bournemouth Beach lodges with my husband and 3 children (6, 4 and... read moreJust returned from a wonderful stay at the Bournemouth Beach lodges with my husband and 3 children (6, 4 and 6 months). The lodges are very well equipped, lots of surprise storage which was a massive help with all the luggage required for 3 children! So nice to be able to go back and forth to the beach and lodge with such ease. Lovely touch that we could show our key and travel on the land train for free. Boscombe beach is a lovely quiet beach which is a nice contrast to Bournemouth beach which is obviously busier. Lovely that we could travel between the two so easily. The staff were brilliant and everything is so well planned and organised. My son was sad to be leaving when we handed in the key and he was cheered up with a note pas, colouring pencils and a teddy. Such a thoughtful touch. Highly recommend. More read less