The Kings Arms
$121
/ night
Avg. for October
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$121
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Kings Arms average $84 in January, the cheapest month, and $167 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $84 |
| February | $96 |
| March | $114 |
| April | $128 |
| May | $143 |
| June | $149 |
| July | $163 |
| August | $167 |
| September | $152 |
| October | $121 |
| November | $110 |
| December | $111 |
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Cheapest: January (~$84)
About this property
Stylish hotel near the beach with a great on-site restaurant and spacious rooms featuring Smart TVs and designer toiletries.
Restaurant
24-Hour Reception
Elevator / Lift
Dry Cleaning
Bath
Wake-up Service
Location
18 CASTLE STREET, Christchurch, England, United Kingdom
Room options
8
Cosy Room
7
Room
Standard Room
5
Double Room
8
Classic Room
9
Superior Room
Room with Extra Bed
Signature Room
Standard Room with Extra Bed
Guest reviews of The Kings Arms
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 624 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
61%
Family
16%
Group
16%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of The Kings Arms highlight friendly, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, and a central Christchurch location near the Priory and river, with notes that parking can be limited and some rooms pick up street or venue noise.
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What guests think
Reviews of The Kings Arms highlight friendly, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, and a central Christchurch location near the Priory and river, with notes that parking can be limited and some rooms pick up street or venue noise.
Most describe the hotel as very clean and freshly refurbished with attractive decor. Rooms range from spacious with views to smaller attic spaces with limited light; a few guests noted warm temperatures, loud or ineffective air conditioning, and light seeping through shutters. Breakfast and dining are widely enjoyed, though some guests faced slow service, limited buffet items or coffee, or occasional evening closures. Overall, expect a stylish, well-located stay with friendly service and some room-to-room variability.
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Facilities
Attractive bar and lounge areas are popular, and breakfast is available on site. Parking is free but limited or confusing for some, and on occasion the bar/restaurant has been closed or busy for events.
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Andrew
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
10
Patricia
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay at the Kings Arms. Fantastic location, right in town centre. Free parking, a big bonus. Friendly staff, welcome drink, fantastic room, air conditioned, comfy bed, lovely bathroom. Will definitely return. Thoroughly recommend.
Thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay at the Kings Arms. Fantastic location, right in town centre. Free parking, a big bonus. Friendly staff, welcome drink, fantastic room, air conditioned, comfy bed, lovely bathroom. Will definitely return. Thoroughly recommend.
8
Laurence
Nov 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Not sure whether the Kings Arms is a Hotel with Bar and Restaurant or a Bar/Restaurant wih rooms. Whichever - it's a very pleasant place to stay in and eat at while in Christchurch. Situated in the nicest part of the town, opposite the ruins of the abbey and by a nice river walk down to the quay. My room was the largest available and was very well appointed. Lots of space, fridge, safe, full tea/coffee making facilities, nice bathroom, etc. Breakfasts were excellent, almost anything you could want was either laid out on the bar or available from the menu. I had one dinner there and it was delicious. Staff all friendly and helpful. Minor niggles: Freeview reception would cut out for minutes at a time, muzak from the bar seeped into my room (but was turned down in the evening when requested), not really a dedicated reception - more an extesion of the bar, church bells ringing the hours and quarter hours (I found it comforting but others might not!!!), overhead shower took many minutes to get hot (although bath and sink would come through hot immediately????). Minor issues. Would defintely stay there again or eat there if in town.
Not sure whether the Kings Arms is a Hotel with Bar and Restaurant or a Bar/Restaurant wih rooms. Whichever - it's a very pleasant place to stay in and eat at while in Christchurch. Situated in the nicest part of the town, opposite the ruins of the abbey and by a nice river walk down to the quay. My room was the largest available and was very well appointed. Lots of space, fridge, safe, full tea/coffee making facilities, nice bathroom, etc. Breakfasts were excellent, almost anything you could want was either laid out on the bar or available from the menu. I had one dinner there and it was delicious. Staff all friendly and helpful. Minor niggles: Freeview reception would cut out for minutes at a time, muzak from the bar seeped into my room (but was turned down in the evening when requested), not really a dedicated reception - more an extesion of the bar, church bells ringing the hours and quarter hours (I found it comforting but others might not!!!), overhead shower took many minutes to get hot (although bath and sink would come through hot immediately????). Minor issues. Would defintely stay there again or eat there if in town.
10
Gloria
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic place to stay, staff, food and accommodation was excellent but there is limited parking
Fantastic place to stay, staff, food and accommodation was excellent but there is limited parking
10
Geoffrey
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Room very comfortable and lovely bar. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
Friendly and helpful staff. Room very comfortable and lovely bar. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
6
Ann
May 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
When we arrived it was difficult to find someone ie no way to let anyone know you were there. When we arrived back no parking at the front ,we eventually found the rear parking after 3 attempts & then going in where we were given a map. Once at the rear nobody answered the bell so we had to go into the hotel where a barman was very helpful ie he opened the gate & on realising there was still no parking space he sought permission to remove a cone from the front where we then parked. If we had known the parking was so limited we would have booked somewhere with more parking. This spoiled our otherwise nice stay
When we arrived it was difficult to find someone ie no way to let anyone know you were there. When we arrived back no parking at the front ,we eventually found the rear parking after 3 attempts & then going in where we were given a map. Once at the rear nobody answered the bell so we had to go into the hotel where a barman was very helpful ie he opened the gate & on realising there was still no parking space he sought permission to remove a cone from the front where we then parked. If we had known the parking was so limited we would have booked somewhere with more parking. This spoiled our otherwise nice stay
10
Eddie
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a lovely hotel in the perfect location for a visit to Christchurch. The premier room we had was huge and well appointed. The aircon was very useful in the hot weather we had. We got the early check in, which I recommend as it’s easier to find a parking spot earlier in the day. The staff were very friendly and even gave us a free welcome drink. We will definately stay here again.
This is a lovely hotel in the perfect location for a visit to Christchurch. The premier room we had was huge and well appointed. The aircon was very useful in the hot weather we had. We got the early check in, which I recommend as it’s easier to find a parking spot earlier in the day. The staff were very friendly and even gave us a free welcome drink. We will definately stay here again.
10
P A
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A really lovely hotel. Very nicely decorated especially in the lounge area and dining room plus bar. Centrally located for Christchurch. Staff happy and friendly and very professional.
A really lovely hotel. Very nicely decorated especially in the lounge area and dining room plus bar. Centrally located for Christchurch. Staff happy and friendly and very professional.
8
Christopher
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
An enjoyable four-night stay. Handsome Georgian building, recently refurbished, right in the centre of town. No garden or outdoor space though, and no car park as such, just some dedicated space at the back of the pavement across the road. Friendly, welcoming staff. Complimentary drink provided. Room rather small, with not much storage, but with aircon and a nice bathroom, with an ingenious nightlight arrangement for nocturnal visits! Nicely cooked breakfast with a reasonable amount of choice (no kippers or black pudding though!). We had trouble getting adequately strong coffee, but got there in the end.
An enjoyable four-night stay. Handsome Georgian building, recently refurbished, right in the centre of town. No garden or outdoor space though, and no car park as such, just some dedicated space at the back of the pavement across the road. Friendly, welcoming staff. Complimentary drink provided. Room rather small, with not much storage, but with aircon and a nice bathroom, with an ingenious nightlight arrangement for nocturnal visits! Nicely cooked breakfast with a reasonable amount of choice (no kippers or black pudding though!). We had trouble getting adequately strong coffee, but got there in the end.
10
Jill
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
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Cleanliness
Most guests report very clean rooms and public areas. A few noted maintenance or housekeeping issues such as broken shutters, blocked drains, or an already-opened biscuit pack.
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Emma
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plantation style shutters were broken and the milk in the fridge was spoiled. The bath was also badly chipped and the air conditioning was blasting straight onto the kids’ bed despite the cool weather, even when I turned the temperature way up. The room then became unbearably stuffy when the air con was turned off, as unable to open windows. The milk was replaced and staff came to look at the shutters and tried to bodge them shut. Was told the issue would be reported to maintenance in the morning. It was difficult to settle the kids to sleep in the light and cold/hot conditions, and then we all woke up very early due to sunlight flooding in. Extremely disappointing given the price point and no compensation offered.
Plantation style shutters were broken and the milk in the fridge was spoiled. The bath was also badly chipped and the air conditioning was blasting straight onto the kids’ bed despite the cool weather, even when I turned the temperature way up. The room then became unbearably stuffy when the air con was turned off, as unable to open windows. The milk was replaced and staff came to look at the shutters and tried to bodge them shut. Was told the issue would be reported to maintenance in the morning. It was difficult to settle the kids to sleep in the light and cold/hot conditions, and then we all woke up very early due to sunlight flooding in. Extremely disappointing given the price point and no compensation offered.
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Linda
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Super friendly and helpful staff, rooms spotlessly clean
Super friendly and helpful staff, rooms spotlessly clean
8
Catherine
Dec 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean rooms ,friendly efficient staff
Clean rooms ,friendly efficient staff
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Joy
Jan 4, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very welcoming staff. Clean comfortable room in a really good position.
Very welcoming staff. Clean comfortable room in a really good position.
10
Iestyn
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked relatively last minute for a one-night stop; this would be a good base for a longer stay. Newly-refurbished (2024/25?) it was clean throughout, comfortable in all respects. Our room was a 3rd floor (attic) room, so not much of a window and no view. We'd probably want more natural light for a longer stay, but it was fully functional, excellent en suite and cheaper than chain hotel options, so no complaints really. Staff were friendly and helpful and we were very happy to be given a token for a free first drink in the bar!! We weren't going to order breakfast but did have the continental option in the end - good value, possibly better than the cooked option. But everything was excellently fresh and that includes the milk in the room! Free car parking opposite the front door, but possibly not enough space if fully occupied - get there early! All in all, recommended
We booked relatively last minute for a one-night stop; this would be a good base for a longer stay. Newly-refurbished (2024/25?) it was clean throughout, comfortable in all respects. Our room was a 3rd floor (attic) room, so not much of a window and no view. We'd probably want more natural light for a longer stay, but it was fully functional, excellent en suite and cheaper than chain hotel options, so no complaints really. Staff were friendly and helpful and we were very happy to be given a token for a free first drink in the bar!! We weren't going to order breakfast but did have the continental option in the end - good value, possibly better than the cooked option. But everything was excellently fresh and that includes the milk in the room! Free car parking opposite the front door, but possibly not enough space if fully occupied - get there early! All in all, recommended
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Neil
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, room a bit clostrophobic. Shower trap was blocked so did not drain and couldn’t really have a proper shower. Handle fell off bathroom door leaving trapped inside. Light broke above basin. Staff extremely un-attentive over breakfast. I would say average hotel at an expensive hotel price.
Lovely hotel, room a bit clostrophobic. Shower trap was blocked so did not drain and couldn’t really have a proper shower. Handle fell off bathroom door leaving trapped inside. Light broke above basin. Staff extremely un-attentive over breakfast. I would say average hotel at an expensive hotel price.
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Jane
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, comfortable room. Biscuits left for us with tea and coffee but one of the two packs had been eaten and the wrapper left! Wedding going on the night we stayed and loud music went on until midnight.
Lovely hotel, comfortable room. Biscuits left for us with tea and coffee but one of the two packs had been eaten and the wrapper left! Wedding going on the night we stayed and loud music went on until midnight.
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Daryll
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, food was good . I think service in te restaurant needs to be better. A bit of training would make the restaurant and the overall experience an exceptional one. The shower was a bit of a challenge, kept getting hot and cold which was very annoying
Lovely hotel, food was good . I think service in te restaurant needs to be better. A bit of training would make the restaurant and the overall experience an exceptional one. The shower was a bit of a challenge, kept getting hot and cold which was very annoying
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Martin
Dec 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was lovely and clean. I was greeted by Alex on arrival very personable and helpful.
Room was lovely and clean. I was greeted by Alex on arrival very personable and helpful.
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Karen
Feb 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel and room were extremely clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and attentive and nothing was too much trouble. A lovely break in a superb location. Would definitely stay there again.
The hotel and room were extremely clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and attentive and nothing was too much trouble. A lovely break in a superb location. Would definitely stay there again.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, well decorated, and often spacious, with some offering priory views and effective air conditioning. Several guests mention small or attic rooms with limited light, traffic or bar noise, warm temperatures or loud AC, and occasional awkward showers.
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Richard
Mar 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
One night business stay. Overall nice property - couple of areas for improvement: - Front rooms face a road which is noisy - no additional sound proofing in the windows. Ok for one night but not great for any longer. - Room was ok but a bit small - wardrobe close to the side of the bed for example. Again ok for a night but not ideal for much longer - Breakfast decent but could use improvement from a more interesting buffet with fresh fruit and decent juices instead of just using concentrate etc.
One night business stay. Overall nice property - couple of areas for improvement: - Front rooms face a road which is noisy - no additional sound proofing in the windows. Ok for one night but not great for any longer. - Room was ok but a bit small - wardrobe close to the side of the bed for example. Again ok for a night but not ideal for much longer - Breakfast decent but could use improvement from a more interesting buffet with fresh fruit and decent juices instead of just using concentrate etc.
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Rasa
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hi there, I was there for a one-night-stay (some funerals). The staff was nice and welcoming! The bedroom was comfortable and spacious with an excellent air-con with unforgiving hot conditions (heatwave) outside. After a train-trip impacted by the hot temperatures, it was great to arrive in this haven! Next morning, Breakfast was excellent. There are a few nice places around, though I arrived on a Monday evening, so many restaurants were closed. The hotel is well located at walking distance from shops, restaurants and places to visit. Ras
Hi there, I was there for a one-night-stay (some funerals). The staff was nice and welcoming! The bedroom was comfortable and spacious with an excellent air-con with unforgiving hot conditions (heatwave) outside. After a train-trip impacted by the hot temperatures, it was great to arrive in this haven! Next morning, Breakfast was excellent. There are a few nice places around, though I arrived on a Monday evening, so many restaurants were closed. The hotel is well located at walking distance from shops, restaurants and places to visit. Ras
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Mark
Aug 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice view though in the attic so avoid third floor as bumped head a few times! very hot in summer though found fan in wardrobe. Overall good service and facilities. Good food too.
Nice view though in the attic so avoid third floor as bumped head a few times! very hot in summer though found fan in wardrobe. Overall good service and facilities. Good food too.
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Paul
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, we loved the decoration of the various rooms, very friendly staff and room 103 was really nicely sized with incredible views, however sadly it was too noisy for us on a Saturday night (with a wedding reception in the building next door). We could hear each song very clearly in our room, so it was unfortunately not the relaxing experience that we had hoped for. The music was admittedly great, and did finish at a reasonable time, but we were tired after a busy day and just wanted to relax in our room. The room was gorgeous but situated about 10 yards from a set of traffic lights (which had large lorries and boy racers at 1am waiting). The parking was a bit confusing too so we ended up parking nearby (and paying). Remove the noise & disruptions and it would be a 5/5.
Beautiful hotel, we loved the decoration of the various rooms, very friendly staff and room 103 was really nicely sized with incredible views, however sadly it was too noisy for us on a Saturday night (with a wedding reception in the building next door). We could hear each song very clearly in our room, so it was unfortunately not the relaxing experience that we had hoped for. The music was admittedly great, and did finish at a reasonable time, but we were tired after a busy day and just wanted to relax in our room. The room was gorgeous but situated about 10 yards from a set of traffic lights (which had large lorries and boy racers at 1am waiting). The parking was a bit confusing too so we ended up parking nearby (and paying). Remove the noise & disruptions and it would be a 5/5.
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craig
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room and location - excellent beds like giant marshmallows
Great room and location - excellent beds like giant marshmallows
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Peter
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room spacious and well equipped. But you had to be a gymnast to use the shower in the bath.
Room spacious and well equipped. But you had to be a gymnast to use the shower in the bath.
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Iestyn
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked relatively last minute for a one-night stop; this would be a good base for a longer stay. Newly-refurbished (2024/25?) it was clean throughout, comfortable in all respects. Our room was a 3rd floor (attic) room, so not much of a window and no view. We'd probably want more natural light for a longer stay, but it was fully functional, excellent en suite and cheaper than chain hotel options, so no complaints really. Staff were friendly and helpful and we were very happy to be given a token for a free first drink in the bar!! We weren't going to order breakfast but did have the continental option in the end - good value, possibly better than the cooked option. But everything was excellently fresh and that includes the milk in the room! Free car parking opposite the front door, but possibly not enough space if fully occupied - get there early! All in all, recommended
We booked relatively last minute for a one-night stop; this would be a good base for a longer stay. Newly-refurbished (2024/25?) it was clean throughout, comfortable in all respects. Our room was a 3rd floor (attic) room, so not much of a window and no view. We'd probably want more natural light for a longer stay, but it was fully functional, excellent en suite and cheaper than chain hotel options, so no complaints really. Staff were friendly and helpful and we were very happy to be given a token for a free first drink in the bar!! We weren't going to order breakfast but did have the continental option in the end - good value, possibly better than the cooked option. But everything was excellently fresh and that includes the milk in the room! Free car parking opposite the front door, but possibly not enough space if fully occupied - get there early! All in all, recommended
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Jonathan
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
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Nicky
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Another wonderful stay! Staff are fantastic and the location is perfect. Super comfy beds and spacious rooms. We’ll be back, thank you!
Another wonderful stay! Staff are fantastic and the location is perfect. Super comfy beds and spacious rooms. We’ll be back, thank you!
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Darren
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel room had shutters which did not block out the light and the aircon unit was really loud
The hotel room had shutters which did not block out the light and the aircon unit was really loud
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with nice touches like welcome drink tokens. Some guests experienced slow or inattentive breakfast/bar service or had difficulty finding staff at times.
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Patricia
Nov 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
From start to finish the staff was very helpful friendly the room and food were one of the best so far just would like to say thank you to staff
From start to finish the staff was very helpful friendly the room and food were one of the best so far just would like to say thank you to staff
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Janice
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and it was a nice touch having a free drink token.
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and it was a nice touch having a free drink token.
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Andrew
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
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Christopher
Dec 2, 2022
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Stayed 19,323 nights
Young barstaff behind bar , very slow
Young barstaff behind bar , very slow
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Neil
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great time at The Kings Arms ,staff very helpful and friendly, service from staffwas top class thank you for making our stay pleasant .
Great time at The Kings Arms ,staff very helpful and friendly, service from staffwas top class thank you for making our stay pleasant .
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Brenda
Dec 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff are so helpful and obviously take a real pride in the hotel. Beautiful hotel in a lovely part of Christchurch. Our second stay and would highly recommend
The staff are so helpful and obviously take a real pride in the hotel. Beautiful hotel in a lovely part of Christchurch. Our second stay and would highly recommend
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Richard
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dear Kings Arms Team, I just wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for a truly excellent experience during my recent visit. I stayed the night and hired one of your business spaces the following day - both were absolutely spot on. Your team, though new, were exceptional throughout. Every member of staff was warm, helpful, and made the whole experience feel seamless. I travel frequently and stay in many hotels, but I can honestly say The Kings Arms stands out as one of the best I’ve come across. You’ve created an environment that feels both professional and welcoming - I felt completely at home. Thank you once again. I look forward to visiting again soon. Warm regards, Richard Frazer
Dear Kings Arms Team, I just wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for a truly excellent experience during my recent visit. I stayed the night and hired one of your business spaces the following day - both were absolutely spot on. Your team, though new, were exceptional throughout. Every member of staff was warm, helpful, and made the whole experience feel seamless. I travel frequently and stay in many hotels, but I can honestly say The Kings Arms stands out as one of the best I’ve come across. You’ve created an environment that feels both professional and welcoming - I felt completely at home. Thank you once again. I look forward to visiting again soon. Warm regards, Richard Frazer
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Neil
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, room a bit clostrophobic. Shower trap was blocked so did not drain and couldn’t really have a proper shower. Handle fell off bathroom door leaving trapped inside. Light broke above basin. Staff extremely un-attentive over breakfast. I would say average hotel at an expensive hotel price.
Lovely hotel, room a bit clostrophobic. Shower trap was blocked so did not drain and couldn’t really have a proper shower. Handle fell off bathroom door leaving trapped inside. Light broke above basin. Staff extremely un-attentive over breakfast. I would say average hotel at an expensive hotel price.
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Ann
May 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
When we arrived it was difficult to find someone ie no way to let anyone know you were there. When we arrived back no parking at the front ,we eventually found the rear parking after 3 attempts & then going in where we were given a map. Once at the rear nobody answered the bell so we had to go into the hotel where a barman was very helpful ie he opened the gate & on realising there was still no parking space he sought permission to remove a cone from the front where we then parked. If we had known the parking was so limited we would have booked somewhere with more parking. This spoiled our otherwise nice stay
When we arrived it was difficult to find someone ie no way to let anyone know you were there. When we arrived back no parking at the front ,we eventually found the rear parking after 3 attempts & then going in where we were given a map. Once at the rear nobody answered the bell so we had to go into the hotel where a barman was very helpful ie he opened the gate & on realising there was still no parking space he sought permission to remove a cone from the front where we then parked. If we had known the parking was so limited we would have booked somewhere with more parking. This spoiled our otherwise nice stay
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Daryll
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, food was good . I think service in te restaurant needs to be better. A bit of training would make the restaurant and the overall experience an exceptional one. The shower was a bit of a challenge, kept getting hot and cold which was very annoying
Lovely hotel, food was good . I think service in te restaurant needs to be better. A bit of training would make the restaurant and the overall experience an exceptional one. The shower was a bit of a challenge, kept getting hot and cold which was very annoying
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Location
Central and walkable for the Priory, river, and High Street, making Christchurch easy to explore. Some rooms near the road or venues can experience noise.
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Donna
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel, beautiful interior, standing proud in the centre of Christchurch, with an imposing position overlooking the old priory ruins and castle. The staff were attentive, there was a small mix up on check in, that was sorted swiftly and promptly. Given the wrong door key by a young member of staff, I would imagine still training. Early check in was a great bonus to opt for, just a small additional charge. The priory king rooms were large and airy. The large Georgian windows were fantastic, one small drawback, the traffic noise but as it is on a main road it was to be expected. The blinds do not all close together, several slates needs to be done manually. This could possibly be addressed as it is a little frustrating having to close them individually! But this was remedied in a few minutes. The beds and pillows were comfy ensuring a sound nights sleep. I wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Fantastic hotel, beautiful interior, standing proud in the centre of Christchurch, with an imposing position overlooking the old priory ruins and castle. The staff were attentive, there was a small mix up on check in, that was sorted swiftly and promptly. Given the wrong door key by a young member of staff, I would imagine still training. Early check in was a great bonus to opt for, just a small additional charge. The priory king rooms were large and airy. The large Georgian windows were fantastic, one small drawback, the traffic noise but as it is on a main road it was to be expected. The blinds do not all close together, several slates needs to be done manually. This could possibly be addressed as it is a little frustrating having to close them individually! But this was remedied in a few minutes. The beds and pillows were comfy ensuring a sound nights sleep. I wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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Richard
Nov 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely location
Lovely location
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Paul
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, we loved the decoration of the various rooms, very friendly staff and room 103 was really nicely sized with incredible views, however sadly it was too noisy for us on a Saturday night (with a wedding reception in the building next door). We could hear each song very clearly in our room, so it was unfortunately not the relaxing experience that we had hoped for. The music was admittedly great, and did finish at a reasonable time, but we were tired after a busy day and just wanted to relax in our room. The room was gorgeous but situated about 10 yards from a set of traffic lights (which had large lorries and boy racers at 1am waiting). The parking was a bit confusing too so we ended up parking nearby (and paying). Remove the noise & disruptions and it would be a 5/5.
Beautiful hotel, we loved the decoration of the various rooms, very friendly staff and room 103 was really nicely sized with incredible views, however sadly it was too noisy for us on a Saturday night (with a wedding reception in the building next door). We could hear each song very clearly in our room, so it was unfortunately not the relaxing experience that we had hoped for. The music was admittedly great, and did finish at a reasonable time, but we were tired after a busy day and just wanted to relax in our room. The room was gorgeous but situated about 10 yards from a set of traffic lights (which had large lorries and boy racers at 1am waiting). The parking was a bit confusing too so we ended up parking nearby (and paying). Remove the noise & disruptions and it would be a 5/5.
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Lyn
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location
Great location
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Chris
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean hotel with high standards which is on a great location
Lovely clean hotel with high standards which is on a great location
10
Peter
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Position by the river and in the town no need to drive
Position by the river and in the town no need to drive
10
Lorraine
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Phenomenal location, very nice rooms, courteous staff. Loved everything about this place.
Phenomenal location, very nice rooms, courteous staff. Loved everything about this place.
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Alan
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great central location close to the Priory. The hotel was welcoming & well decorated with parking at the back. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back.
Great central location close to the Priory. The hotel was welcoming & well decorated with parking at the back. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back.
10
Steven
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel in a lovely area plenty to see and do Nice town
Very nice hotel in a lovely area plenty to see and do Nice town
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Jill
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and choice, and many enjoyed meals in the restaurant. Downsides include occasional slow service, sparse buffet or weak coffee, and some evenings with no dinner service or limited menus.
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Roger
Apr 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Disappointed the restaurant was not open
Disappointed the restaurant was not open
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Andrew
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
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Jonathan
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
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Michael
Sep 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Liked - Staff friendly and helpful. Nice room. Overall a very nice couple of days. Disliked - After an unusually long wait after ordering breakfast, including two poached eggs, when it arrived one egg was hard boiled, cold and rock hard. We didn’t complain as had waited over half-hour anyway. Unfortunate as breakfast was perfect the day before.
Liked - Staff friendly and helpful. Nice room. Overall a very nice couple of days. Disliked - After an unusually long wait after ordering breakfast, including two poached eggs, when it arrived one egg was hard boiled, cold and rock hard. We didn’t complain as had waited over half-hour anyway. Unfortunate as breakfast was perfect the day before.
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Brian
Mar 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Best Hotel cooked Breakfast that I can remember EVER !!!! Great surroundings and decent rooms Quite mordern bathroom and lovely bed Some surroundings in hotel stairways corridors look a little dated BUT honestly do not let this put you off what is a beautoful hotel.
Best Hotel cooked Breakfast that I can remember EVER !!!! Great surroundings and decent rooms Quite mordern bathroom and lovely bed Some surroundings in hotel stairways corridors look a little dated BUT honestly do not let this put you off what is a beautoful hotel.
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Gerard
Mar 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice room, but car parking is a nightmare. Breakfast buffet was pretty sparse.
Nice room, but car parking is a nightmare. Breakfast buffet was pretty sparse.
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Geoffrey
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Room very comfortable and lovely bar. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
Friendly and helpful staff. Room very comfortable and lovely bar. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
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Chris
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay they don’t do food in the evening but there are plenty of great restaurants with in about 3 min walk from the hotel
Great place to stay they don’t do food in the evening but there are plenty of great restaurants with in about 3 min walk from the hotel
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Sarah
Jul 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel and our room was exceptionally lovely and large and beautiful clean. All staff were smiley, welcoming, polite and helpful. The restaurant was nearly full on a Tuesday night which is a great sign. We booked ahead for chateaubriand which was spectacular. The breakfast buffet wasn’t filled enough to cope with the number of guests. But the staff did their best to help.
Beautiful hotel and our room was exceptionally lovely and large and beautiful clean. All staff were smiley, welcoming, polite and helpful. The restaurant was nearly full on a Tuesday night which is a great sign. We booked ahead for chateaubriand which was spectacular. The breakfast buffet wasn’t filled enough to cope with the number of guests. But the staff did their best to help.
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Jill
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
Excellent - so good we extended our short stay from one to two nights. Excellent parking and location. Plenty of restaurants nearby ( beware of Mondays and Tuesdays when a lot are closed). Staff were lovely . Breakfast superb. Rooms spacious. Lovely decor throughout too.
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Brian
Mar 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Best Hotel cooked Breakfast that I can remember EVER !!!! Great surroundings and decent rooms Quite mordern bathroom and lovely bed Some surroundings in hotel stairways corridors look a little dated BUT honestly do not let this put you off what is a beautoful hotel.
Best Hotel cooked Breakfast that I can remember EVER !!!! Great surroundings and decent rooms Quite mordern bathroom and lovely bed Some surroundings in hotel stairways corridors look a little dated BUT honestly do not let this put you off what is a beautoful hotel.
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Andrew
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
They closed the bar to hotel guests so that outsiders could use it. Service at breakfast was painfully slow
Property Policies
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Check-in from 15:00
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FAQs about The Kings Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 16.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests with disabilities.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre. It is approximately 0.2 km from Regent Centre and 4.3 km from Bournemouth Beach.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-11-27: 191.04056000000003USD
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- 2026-12-03: 103.29586084069825USD
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