Wessex Hotel
West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5EU
Tel: 01202 551 911
Fax: 01202 297 354
E-mail: wessex@forestdale.com
The Wessex Hotel is situated in its own grounds on the prestigious West Cliff of Bournemouth and is only five minutes from the town centre, Bournemouth International Centre and the award winning blue flag beaches.
The hotel has been welcoming visitors since the turn of the last century and has just undergone a superb refurbishment of its spacious lounge, bar and reception areas and the entire ground floor has now been designated a non-smoking area for the comfort of our guests. The hotel offers three grades of accommodation - standard, premier and executive which include nine purpose-built family bedrooms and has conference and banqueting facilities for up to 400. Parking is free for up to 160 cars.
The leisure club boasts both indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, sauna, steam room, solarium and a fully equipped gymnasium. Additional facilities include a full sized snooker table.
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By Road - From West & North
At Junction 13 on the M3 keep in left hand lane signposted M27 (signposted M27 West), continue forward on A31(Ringwood & Bournemouth). At Ashley Heath junction take 1st exit onto A338 (signposted Bournemouth) continue on this road until you reach St Pauls Roundabout, take 2nd exit onto Wessex Way - A338 (signposted Ringroad & Town Centre). Continue on this road, at Bournemouth West roundabout take 1st exit onto the B3066, at St Michaels roundabout take 2nd exit onto Durley Chine Road. At Durley roundabout take 1st exit on West Cliff Road B3066, the Wessex hotel is on the left hand side.
By Rail
Bournemouth Central Station less than a mile away.
By Air
Bournemouth International Airport - 6 miles.
Car parking
Free Parking for 160 cars.
Adventure Wonderland
Dorset's number one theme park for children aged from 2 - 12 years is an all-inclusive Park, which combines the timeless fun and games of the Alice in Wonderland story with the thrilling outdoor Adventure rides of the Main Park and the undercover Lost Aztec World of Wild Thing! A must for all the family. 
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Bournemouth Beach
Bournemouth's seven miles of sandy beaches stretch from Hengistbury Head in the East to Alum Chine in the West, interrupted by two piers at Boscombe and Bournemouth Centre. They fly the Seaside Award Flag for cleanliness, management and facilities and meet the European Blue Flag standards for water quality. Visit Website
The BIC, Pavilion & Pier Theatres
Sit back and enjoy a show at the BIC, Pavilion or Pier theatres, with entertainment from leading names in the world of music and show business. The Pavilion Theatre is a traditional theatre situated in the heart of Bournemouth and easy to get to from hotels and guesthouses. Because of its Victorian style interior, the Pavilion is the perfect venue for Ballets from around the world, West End shows, musicals and much more.
The Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is a large, modern venue again situated in the heart of Bournemouth and plays host to pop concerts, musicals, exhibitions, ballroom dancing and conferences. Visit Website
Town Centre Shopping
When it comes to a major shopping extravaganza Bournemouth has it all! Town centre shopping with major national and regional brands like Debenhams, Borders, Beales and Dingles sit comfortably alongside small, individual boutiques, cafes and bars. There are a wealth of malls, markets and shopping arcades situated within Bournemouth and the surrounding areas. Visit Website
Compton Acres
Set on Canford Cliffs Compton Acres is one of the finest privately owned gardens in the South with a unique series of stunning tranquil gardens offering spectacular views of Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island, and the Purbeck Hills beyond. Stroll through the Roman, Grotto, Italian, Palm Court, Wooded, Amateur, Wildlife, Rock, Water, Winter, Viewpoint, Heather, Memory and Japanese gardens and you will be delighted with the individual beauty of each one. Visit Website
