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“Set on a cliff overlooking the beach, this impressive hotel oozes classic charm. Spacious rooms feature plush leafy prints and bright artwork; some with terraces and sea views. There's a cinema, restaurant and bar, plus a chic poolside with cabanas, firepits and sea views. A stylish seaside stay. ”

“Set on a cliff overlooking the beach, this impressive hotel oozes classic charm. Spacious rooms feature plush leafy prints and bright artwork; some with terraces and sea views. There's a cinema, restaurant and bar, plus a chic poolside with cabanas, firepits and sea views. A stylish seaside stay. ”

Recommended For

  • Families
  • There's a playroom with games and books, a cinema showing kids' films, plus ping-pong, lawn croquet and other outdoor play gear
  • Local exploring
  • Bournemouth’s vibrant town centre is a 10-minute stroll from the hotel, or head further afield and explore the Jurassic Coast
  • Active Holiday
  • The hotel boasts an activity centre where guests can borrow kayaks, body boards, paddle boards and other beach equipment
  • Beach Life
  • It's just a stone's throw away from Bournemouth's award-winning beach
  • Museums
  • Once a coastal home, now an iconic art gallery and museum, set aside some time to explore the nearby Russell Cotes Museum
  • Sights nearby
  • Enjoy a fun-filled day out for all the family at Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre in Wareham, a 20-mile drive away
  • Great walks
  • Stroll through more than 80 acres of woodland and farmland at Moors Valley Country Park, a short car journey away
  • Other Activities
  • Take a cliff lift! There are three historic funicular railways along the bay, linking the beach with the clifftop
  • Close to nightlife
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Watersports
  • Kayaking
  • Windsurfing
  • Views
  • The fourth floor rooms have views to the Isle of Wight or Old Harry Rocks, off Studland Bay
  • Restaurant
  • The South Beach Restaurant & Bar offers everything from a la carte to light bites
  • Pet friendly
  • Pets are welcome for a fee. Garden Suites and Courtyard Rooms are dog friendly
  • Spa
  • There are 8 rooms offering bespoke treatments and holistic therapies
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • The Sea View Suite and Poolside Garden Suite have terraces
  • Family Suites
  • Romantic
  • Cinema
  • Contemporary
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Grand Hotel
  • Sea Views
  • Historic
  • Chic
  • Gym
  • Charming
  • Child friendly
  • Beach nearby

Facilities

  • Views
  • The fourth floor rooms have views to the Isle of Wight or Old Harry Rocks, off Studland Bay
  • Restaurant
  • The South Beach Restaurant & Bar offers everything from a la carte to light bites
  • Pet friendly
  • Pets are welcome for a fee. Garden Suites and Courtyard Rooms are dog friendly
  • Spa
  • There are 8 rooms offering bespoke treatments and holistic therapies
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • The Sea View Suite and Poolside Garden Suite have terraces
  • Swimming Pool
  • There's a heated outdoor pool
  • Bath robes
  • Safe
  • Family Suites
  • Bar
  • Private dining room
  • Games room
  • Wifi
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Cinema
  • Massage
  • Bicycle hire
  • Suites
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Child friendly
  • Sitting Room
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge

Activities

  • Museums
  • Once a coastal home, now an iconic art gallery and museum, set aside some time to explore the nearby Russell Cotes Museum
  • Sights nearby
  • Enjoy a fun-filled day out for all the family at Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre in Wareham, a 20-mile drive away
  • Great walks
  • Stroll through more than 80 acres of woodland and farmland at Moors Valley Country Park, a short car journey away
  • Other Activities
  • Take a cliff lift! There are three historic funicular railways along the bay, linking the beach with the clifftop
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Watersports
  • Close to nightlife
  • Kayaking
  • Windsurfing

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Other Reviews

The Nici, Bournemouth, Dorset, England

The Nici has a prime location, set a 10-minute walk west of Bournemouth's town centre and just a short stroll down a zig-zag path to the sandy beach. Wander east along the promenade below the hotel and you'll find yourself at the Victorian pleasure pier with its arcades and zipline, or head west and you'll enjoy much quieter stretches of beach between the groynes.

Originally published by The Telegraph

The Nici Bournemouth hotel

Bournemouth’s hotels were more zimmer than zing until this boutique beauty burst on to the scene in the summer of 2022. It brings addictive, Miami-inspired energy to the West Cliff seafront, thanks to perky art deco, palm-printed decor in ice-cream sundae shades. Last year, it added a spa and cool indoor pool to the mix, ideal for when the weather prevents you lounging in a cabana by its Insta-catnip, 30-metre outdoor pool. The Nici’s 88 rooms are as personality packed as the public spaces, while a new poolside restaurant, opening this year, will ensure summer dining is also Miami nice.

Originally published by Susan d'Arcy, The Times