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Hotel Miramar

Enjoy sea views, free Wi-Fi, parking, and beach access at Hotel Miramar. Just 5 minutes from the beach and close to Bournemouth station and top attractions.

E Overcliff Dr, Bournemouth BH1 3AL, United Kingdom View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 949 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Guest Highlights of Hotel Miramar

Guests appreciate the Edwardian charm combined with attentive service, comfortable rooms, and scenic sea views. The hotel is valued for its convenient location near the beach and local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful, and attentive staff who accommodate special needs and create a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Clean, spacious rooms, many with lovely sea views and relaxing garden surroundings.
  • Well-prepared food with positive mentions of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
  • Convenient location within walking distance of the beach and local transport links.
  • Atmosphere enhanced by live music events and a 24-hour bar appreciated by guests.

Worth knowing

  • Breakfast is not included in all rates and can be considered expensive by some guests.
  • The double beds are often two single beds pushed together, which may affect guest comfort.
  • There is no pool or fitness center on site, which may be limiting for some travelers.
  • Parking is available on-site, though availability and charges are not detailed.
  • No airport shuttle service is provided, so additional transport arrangements may be necessary.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a relaxed Edwardian hotel with sea views and garden surroundings.
  • Guests valuing friendly, supportive service, including those with accessibility needs.
  • Travelers looking to be close to Bournemouth beach, local museums, and family-friendly attractions.
  • Groups celebrating special occasions that benefit from attentive event planning.
  • Those who appreciate a calm, smoke-free environment with easy beach access.
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About this property

Welcome to Hotel Miramar

Located on the clifftop of E Overcliff Drive, Hotel Miramar is an Edwardian property offering relaxed, air-conditioned rooms with notable sea views. Its setting includes a garden and terrace dining area that overlook the nearby beach, which is a short five-minute walk from the hotel. The location balances peaceful coastal scenery with convenient access, being just one mile from Bournemouth railway station.

Facilities cater to a range of guests, featuring free Wi-Fi, free parking, and accessible accommodations. The hotel is pet-friendly and kid-friendly, with services such as laundry, room service, and a smoke-free environment. Guests can enjoy meals and refreshments at the on-site Ocean Bar & Terrace, praised for its pleasant atmosphere and seaside views. Although it does not offer a fitness center or airport shuttle, the property provides beach access and a restaurant.

Guest reviews highlight the helpful and attentive staff, clean and spacious rooms, and the quality of food served, including breakfast and occasional live music events. Some visitors note minor drawbacks, such as the configuration of the beds and breakfast prices, but many emphasize the warm reception and supportive service—especially appreciated by guests with special needs.

The area around Hotel Miramar includes attractions like the Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Brownsea Island, and the Bournemouth Oceanarium, offering cultural and outdoor activities. Nearby airports such as Bournemouth, Southampton, and Bristol are within reasonable traveling distance, making the hotel accessible for visitors arriving by air. This property suits travelers seeking comfortable seaside accommodation with straightforward amenities, whether for leisure or short breaks.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Pet-friendly
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

NM
Nicola Mewse Apr 02, 2026
10

Popped in for quick midweek lunch and was surprised with a jazz band. Tasty club sandwich, crispy chips & piping hot coffees. Good value too.

SP
Simon Portwood Mar 28, 2026
10

A big thank you to the wonderful staff who helped my father last weekend, when he unexpectedly had some poor health. They kindly organised a quiet place where he could have a rest and recover and were very supportive to make sure everything was ok. Fortunately, my father quickly felt better, assisted by the kindness and support of the staff. We will certainly be going back, knowing that we will be very well taken care of. Thanks, Simon

LH
Lynne Harris Mar 27, 2026
10

This is the third time we have been here and been able to stay in the same amazing room with fabulous sea views. This hotel is top class . Friendly helpful staff. Extremely clean nothing too much for the staff and fabulous breakfast . Also lovely unusual inexpensive jewellery available. Special thank you to saffron for making us feel extra special and a huge congratulations for your promotion so well deserved. We will be back

DM
Denise Meredith Mar 23, 2026
10

I felt thoroughly spoilt, it was my first holiday since being registered blind and I was given a large and spacious room. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and when the lift broke, a staff member carried my shopping to my room leaving my hands free to hold the rail and use my cane. All food was cooked to perfection and the staff were very attentive. On checking out, the reception told me to ring them the next time I book a coach trip to go back and they will let me book the same room because I know its layout. I highly recommend this hotel, it was within easy reach of the beach and close to the bus stop where I could get the bus to Poole.

AP
Ann Parker Feb 20, 2026
10

Had a two night break at the Hotel Mirimar where we had a delightful spotlessly clean room. The food was excellent and the staff extremely pleasant and helpful. The view from the hotel is lovely and we look forward to returning.

RN
Ruth Nolan Feb 18, 2026
10

Lovely hotel, room comfortable, food at breakfast and evening meal excellent, staff helpful and friendly. This is the second time I've stayed here and if in the area again, I would definitely return

MF
MissusF F Feb 17, 2026
8.0

Hotel is set in a beautiful garden which is situated on a clifftop overlooking Bournemouth beach. The rooms are clean, spacious and reasonably comfortable, although the double bed is actually two beds pushed together, so I have taken a star off for that. Reception staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Breakfast is not included and is quite expensive at £17.50 per person. There is a good choice on the menu including Full English, smoked haddock with poached egg and kippers. On the negative side, although we were told we did not need to book, the staff seemed flustered when we arrived and there was only one table that could accommodate a group of 4 guests. We were asked repeatedly our names and which rooms we were in by 3 different staff, the service was very slow and the dining experience was not as relaxing as it could have been. The portion size was adequate. The hotel has a bar, the prices were quite high, but you could choose to sit inside or out on the pretty terrace which had a spectacular view out over the sea. There was a function on our 2nd and one of our group was subjected to a lot of noise from the disco below their room. Our Seaview room was quiet after midnight but there was quite a bit of noise from the terrace bar before that and also very early in the morning due to staff activity. On the whole we had a good stay and I would recommend the hotel.

SM
S M Feb 16, 2026
8.0

We had afternoon tea here recently. Everything was fresh and generous. Service was a little slow on tea top ups but very friendly. Parking on site.

JM
James McVay Feb 08, 2026
10

A huge thank you to Brian and his amazing team for such a wonderful 50th Birthday party. They all went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time, and it really showed. I’m so grateful for all the effort and care that went into making the evening run so smoothly. I’ve had so many lovely messages from friends and family saying how much they enjoyed themselves and how beautiful the hotel looked. Thank you again for everything, it really was a night to remember. Hope to see you again soon!

RC
robert caswell Feb 08, 2026
10

Fantastic Stay with Great Service We had a great stay at Hotel Miramar this past weekend as a large group. The staff were incredibly accommodating, making sure everything ran smoothly for us. We dined there in the evenings and for breakfast, and both the food and service were excellent. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the 24-hour bar was a great addition, especially for a group setting. Even when I accidentally took my key home, the hotel was understanding and happy for me to post it back. Overall, a fantastic experience—highly recommended!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hotel Miramar

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

This functional Edwardian hotel overlooking the sea is a 5-minute walk from the nearest beach and 1 mile from Bournemouth railway station.

  • Bournemouth 21 min Walk
  • Pokesdown 50 min Walk
  • Top of Bath Hill 8 min Walk
  • Bristol Airport 2 hr 15 Car · 3 hr 31 Transit
  • Southampton Airport 41 min Car · 1 hr 5 Transit
  • Bournemouth Airport 12 min Car · 1 hr 27 Transit
Things to do nearby

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