Balincourt
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Balincourt Guest House in Bournemouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre. This luxury guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Poole Harbour.
What's nearby
Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course(0.3 miles)
Knyveton Gardens(0.3 miles)
Bournemouth Beach(0.5 miles)
Boscombe Beach(0.5 miles)
Coastal Activity Park(0.6 miles)
Boscombe Pier(0.6 miles)
O2 Academy Bournemouth(0.7 miles)
Shelley Theatre(1 miles)
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum(1.1 miles)
St. Peter's Church(1.1 miles)
Bournemouth Lower Gardens(1.1 miles)
Kings Park(1.2 miles)
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre(1.2 miles)
Oceanarium(1.3 miles)
The Square(1.3 miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(5.5 miles)
Southampton (SOU)(33.2 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(92 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Location
58 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course (0.3 miles)
Knyveton Gardens (0.3 miles)
Bournemouth Beach (0.5 miles)
Boscombe Beach (0.5 miles)
Coastal Activity Park (0.6 miles)
Boscombe Pier (0.6 miles)
Guest reviews
8.5
Fabulous
Based on 864 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
6%
Couple
78%
Family
5%
Group
4%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Balincourt, reviewers consistently praise friendly, welcoming staff, very clean surroundings, and satisfying, freshly cooked breakfasts with good choice, while many appreciate the convenient location near the beach, town, and nearby bus stops.
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What guests think
At Balincourt, reviewers consistently praise friendly, welcoming staff, very clean surroundings, and satisfying, freshly cooked breakfasts with good choice, while many appreciate the convenient location near the beach, town, and nearby bus stops.
Facilities are limited; parking is generally available but can be tight, and bar or lounge access is inconsistent. Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, though some feel dated with occasional issues like poor lighting, broken blinds, cold temperatures, or a faulty TV. Several mention potential road noise in front rooms if windows are open. Overall, it delivers a straightforward, small-scale B&B stay.
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Facilities
Facilities are limited. Parking is available but can be tight, and bar/lounge access is inconsistent.
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David
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
10
paula
Aug 13, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
A very homely property with friendly and helpful staff. The bed was really comfortable and wow what a fantastic breakfast. A pretty garden with a lovely scent as you sit and enjoy the view. We would definitely return to Balincourt Guest House again.
A very homely property with friendly and helpful staff. The bed was really comfortable and wow what a fantastic breakfast. A pretty garden with a lovely scent as you sit and enjoy the view. We would definitely return to Balincourt Guest House again.
6
John
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Nothing, just a Bed and Breakfast. No lounge or bar as we thought as it was under refurbishment
Nothing, just a Bed and Breakfast. No lounge or bar as we thought as it was under refurbishment
10
Laurie
Aug 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
8
Deborah
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room very dated, dowdy, and sad looking Lighting very poor. However had a comfortable stay Breakfast was very good Parking was good
Room very dated, dowdy, and sad looking Lighting very poor. However had a comfortable stay Breakfast was very good Parking was good
4
Jouko A
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As reported TV not functioning, parking extremely tight for my SUV. Overall impression house is worn out, a bit of rust in one place, cracked or missing silicon in others. Staff very good and friendly. Don’t think Expedia should call this five star, there is no restaurant, just drinks bar and breakfast
As reported TV not functioning, parking extremely tight for my SUV. Overall impression house is worn out, a bit of rust in one place, cracked or missing silicon in others. Staff very good and friendly. Don’t think Expedia should call this five star, there is no restaurant, just drinks bar and breakfast
10
ANGELA
Sep 7, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
STAYED HERE FOR BOURNEMOUTH AIR SHOW. CANNOT FAULT ANYTHING. BREKKIE WAS YUMMY AND FREE, PARKING FREE. STAFF EXCEPTIONAL. WILL DEFINITELY STAY HERE AGAIN
STAYED HERE FOR BOURNEMOUTH AIR SHOW. CANNOT FAULT ANYTHING. BREKKIE WAS YUMMY AND FREE, PARKING FREE. STAFF EXCEPTIONAL. WILL DEFINITELY STAY HERE AGAIN
10
Frances
May 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
8
John
Sep 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Booked a Superior double room. The main room blinds were broke so we could not let any daylight into our room. Bathroom sink plug kept getting stuck. Bath water temperature would not decrease so had to use kettle to cool the bath to a safe level before bathing. Not really superior in my opinion.The host was pleasant and serving staff friendly. Never saw anybody manning the bar in the evening so no nightcaps!
Booked a Superior double room. The main room blinds were broke so we could not let any daylight into our room. Bathroom sink plug kept getting stuck. Bath water temperature would not decrease so had to use kettle to cool the bath to a safe level before bathing. Not really superior in my opinion.The host was pleasant and serving staff friendly. Never saw anybody manning the bar in the evening so no nightcaps!
10
KEITH
Jul 5, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Harps and Ricky run a fantastic 5 star hotel. There is nothing you could complain about from friendliness, room, food, bar, parking. It was a magnificent 5 day break. There is no way that we would not return.
Harps and Ricky run a fantastic 5 star hotel. There is nothing you could complain about from friendliness, room, food, bar, parking. It was a magnificent 5 day break. There is no way that we would not return.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently note very clean rooms and well-kept grounds, with housekeeping praised. A few mention wear and minor maintenance issues.
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David
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
10
Laurie
Aug 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
10
Stuart
May 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were lovely and clean and some nice touches of comfort. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Rooms were lovely and clean and some nice touches of comfort. Staff were friendly and helpful.
10
Cheryl
Jun 9, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully maintained property with a fabulously comfortable bed and lovely breakfast which made for a most pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
Beautifully maintained property with a fabulously comfortable bed and lovely breakfast which made for a most pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
4
Jouko A
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As reported TV not functioning, parking extremely tight for my SUV. Overall impression house is worn out, a bit of rust in one place, cracked or missing silicon in others. Staff very good and friendly. Don’t think Expedia should call this five star, there is no restaurant, just drinks bar and breakfast
As reported TV not functioning, parking extremely tight for my SUV. Overall impression house is worn out, a bit of rust in one place, cracked or missing silicon in others. Staff very good and friendly. Don’t think Expedia should call this five star, there is no restaurant, just drinks bar and breakfast
10
Andray
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
10
Frances
May 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
10
Laura
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
10
Anna-Marie
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
10
Nicholas
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
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Rooms
Many find rooms spacious and comfortable with good beds. Some are dated, with occasional issues such as poor lighting, broken blinds, cold rooms, or a faulty TV; front rooms may experience road noise if windows are open.
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David
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
10
Dianna
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
10
teresa
Mar 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful breakfast. Super comfy bed. Quiet hotel. Stunning bathroom. A*
Wonderful breakfast. Super comfy bed. Quiet hotel. Stunning bathroom. A*
8
Deborah
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room very dated, dowdy, and sad looking Lighting very poor. However had a comfortable stay Breakfast was very good Parking was good
Room very dated, dowdy, and sad looking Lighting very poor. However had a comfortable stay Breakfast was very good Parking was good
10
Barbara
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very impressed with this guest house. We parked the car and used buses (located just outside) to get about Bournemouth and Christchurch. Bus service very good. Everything about this b&b was of high standard. The only problem one might encounter was the noise of the main road. We were at the front of the house. If the window was closed it was not a problem but on a hot night it could be.
Very impressed with this guest house. We parked the car and used buses (located just outside) to get about Bournemouth and Christchurch. Bus service very good. Everything about this b&b was of high standard. The only problem one might encounter was the noise of the main road. We were at the front of the house. If the window was closed it was not a problem but on a hot night it could be.
10
Susan
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast excellent choice and cooked fresh. Room very spacious only complaint the bath very high so my husband struggled to get in to shower after a hip operation.
Breakfast excellent choice and cooked fresh. Room very spacious only complaint the bath very high so my husband struggled to get in to shower after a hip operation.
8
John
Sep 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Booked a Superior double room. The main room blinds were broke so we could not let any daylight into our room. Bathroom sink plug kept getting stuck. Bath water temperature would not decrease so had to use kettle to cool the bath to a safe level before bathing. Not really superior in my opinion.The host was pleasant and serving staff friendly. Never saw anybody manning the bar in the evening so no nightcaps!
Booked a Superior double room. The main room blinds were broke so we could not let any daylight into our room. Bathroom sink plug kept getting stuck. Bath water temperature would not decrease so had to use kettle to cool the bath to a safe level before bathing. Not really superior in my opinion.The host was pleasant and serving staff friendly. Never saw anybody manning the bar in the evening so no nightcaps!
6
Nick
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was cold for the price we paid. A very limited choice for breakfast. Not everything on the breakfast menu was available. The chicken slice tasted of pork.
Room was cold for the price we paid. A very limited choice for breakfast. Not everything on the breakfast menu was available. The chicken slice tasted of pork.
10
Nicholas
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
8
Steven
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and friendly lovely place. Room was nice but mattress wasn’t the best, overall 9/10!!
Nice and friendly lovely place. Room was nice but mattress wasn’t the best, overall 9/10!!
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including attentive breakfast service.
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Linda
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Grom the check in to leaving 48 hours later we could not fault our stay. Staff very obliging and friendly and the breakfast was outstanding.
Grom the check in to leaving 48 hours later we could not fault our stay. Staff very obliging and friendly and the breakfast was outstanding.
10
Stephen
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
10
Laurie
Aug 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
10
Stuart
May 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were lovely and clean and some nice touches of comfort. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Rooms were lovely and clean and some nice touches of comfort. Staff were friendly and helpful.
10
Dianna
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
10
Andray
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
10
Pandurang
Jul 8, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, excellent hospitality, helpful, homely feeling I will go there again
Clean, excellent hospitality, helpful, homely feeling I will go there again
10
Stanley
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent engaging service. I enjoyed my stay
Excellent engaging service. I enjoyed my stay
10
Anna-Marie
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
10
Stephen
Apr 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very enjoyable stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. The breakfast was delicious.
Very enjoyable stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. The breakfast was delicious.
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Location
Convenient for walking to the beach and town, with bus stops nearby and easy access. Some note potential traffic noise at the front, while others found it quiet.
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David
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
Very clean and excellent dining area although the room was a bit dated. Could do with modernising TBH. Excellent staff, Commodities in room very good. Good parking facilities and quiet even though it's situated on a main road.
10
Stephen
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
10
Laurie
Aug 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
Stunning flowers at the front of the building set the scene for this lovely little gem. The property and the grounds are clean, well kept, the owners clearly take great pride in their business. Little touches in the bedroom, bottled water, chocs plus the usual tea/ coffee facilities. Fantastic location, easy to get to town/ beach. On a main road served well by local transport, but not at all noisy. A lovely stay, thank you.
10
Dianna
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
The staff were awesome ,extremely helpful! Be prepared to climb stair to get to and from room. My room was lovely, clean and comfortable! Nice size roomy!! Quiet The breakfast options great!! I enjoy walking so location is good!
10
teresa
Mar 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful breakfast. Super comfy bed. Quiet hotel. Stunning bathroom. A*
Wonderful breakfast. Super comfy bed. Quiet hotel. Stunning bathroom. A*
10
Barbara
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very impressed with this guest house. We parked the car and used buses (located just outside) to get about Bournemouth and Christchurch. Bus service very good. Everything about this b&b was of high standard. The only problem one might encounter was the noise of the main road. We were at the front of the house. If the window was closed it was not a problem but on a hot night it could be.
Very impressed with this guest house. We parked the car and used buses (located just outside) to get about Bournemouth and Christchurch. Bus service very good. Everything about this b&b was of high standard. The only problem one might encounter was the noise of the main road. We were at the front of the house. If the window was closed it was not a problem but on a hot night it could be.
10
Frances
May 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
Beautiful property with large, clean room and a nice beverage and breakfast lounge. Walking distance to town. Stocked with teas, coffee, water, cookies, hot chocolate, and chocolates. Would definitely recommend!
10
Laura
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
10
peter
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A lovely stay. We have stopped before. It is conveniently situated between Bournemouth and Boscombe and not far from the seafront. Always a warm welcome and a comfortable room and a breakfast to look forward to.
A lovely stay. We have stopped before. It is conveniently situated between Bournemouth and Boscombe and not far from the seafront. Always a warm welcome and a comfortable room and a breakfast to look forward to.
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Nicholas
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality and choice, freshly cooked and tasty. One review reported limited selection and unavailable items.
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Linda
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Grom the check in to leaving 48 hours later we could not fault our stay. Staff very obliging and friendly and the breakfast was outstanding.
Grom the check in to leaving 48 hours later we could not fault our stay. Staff very obliging and friendly and the breakfast was outstanding.
10
Stephen
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
We have just returned home from an excellent 5 night stay at Balincourt. Staff were always friendly and helpful. The accomodation was top class and the breakfast options very good. The location couldn't have been more convenient with bus stops adjacent and a pub opposite.
10
Cheryl
Jun 9, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully maintained property with a fabulously comfortable bed and lovely breakfast which made for a most pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
Beautifully maintained property with a fabulously comfortable bed and lovely breakfast which made for a most pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
10
Susan
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast excellent choice and cooked fresh. Room very spacious only complaint the bath very high so my husband struggled to get in to shower after a hip operation.
Breakfast excellent choice and cooked fresh. Room very spacious only complaint the bath very high so my husband struggled to get in to shower after a hip operation.
10
Andray
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
A real hidden gem!! My wife and I had a great weekend break to celebrate her 60th birthday at the Balincourt Guest House. The whole place has a lovely vibe very clean with great service at breakfast with loads of options. We definitely return.
10
Laura
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
Lovely property, very clean , welcoming, stunning freshly cooked breakfast, Easy walking to the beach. Very accommodating, would definitely recommend and would without a doubt will stay again.
10
Anna-Marie
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
6
Nick
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was cold for the price we paid. A very limited choice for breakfast. Not everything on the breakfast menu was available. The chicken slice tasted of pork.
Room was cold for the price we paid. A very limited choice for breakfast. Not everything on the breakfast menu was available. The chicken slice tasted of pork.
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Stephen
Apr 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very enjoyable stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. The breakfast was delicious.
Very enjoyable stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. The breakfast was delicious.
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Nicholas
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
Exceptional stay. Room was spacious and decor was to a very high standard. Very clean and the bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice of hot and cold food. Quiet location and would highly recommend.
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Owen
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The Balincourt is old fashioned in the best possible way. A traditional guest house, with friendly accommodating staff, a home from home. Lovely spacious rooms with high ceilings, and great breakfast in a pleasant dining area.
The Balincourt is old fashioned in the best possible way. A traditional guest house, with friendly accommodating staff, a home from home. Lovely spacious rooms with high ceilings, and great breakfast in a pleasant dining area.
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Azhar
Jul 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This is one of the best hotels I've been so far. Will use again when im there.
This is one of the best hotels I've been so far. Will use again when im there.
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Lynne
Jun 29, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was amazing - very comfortable stay. Quiet location and very relaxing.
Everything was amazing - very comfortable stay. Quiet location and very relaxing.
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Phil
May 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We paid extra for delux rooms and our daughter’s room shower was running slow. The next morning was non existent so they showered in our room When we said about it when we left they said we should have turned the shower head to make the water run better Our argument is that surely it should be correct before we arrived Breakfast took an hour to come out and was ok Other than that it was clean
We paid extra for delux rooms and our daughter’s room shower was running slow. The next morning was non existent so they showered in our room When we said about it when we left they said we should have turned the shower head to make the water run better Our argument is that surely it should be correct before we arrived Breakfast took an hour to come out and was ok Other than that it was clean
10
Anna-Marie
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
Lovely staff, very clean and room was beautifully decorated with little extras like chocolates. Nice toiletries and biscuits too. Breakfast omelette was first class. Definitely recommend!
FAQs about Balincourt
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at this property, but service animals are exempt.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 21:00, and check-out is until 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge. Guests should contact the property with arrival details before travel.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Bournemouth Pier and Bournemouth International Centre, and 0.5 mi from Bournemouth Beach.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
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- 2026-09-18: 119.1602141784668USD
- 2026-09-19: 169.2972652404785USD
- 2026-09-20: 119.1602141784668USD
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- 2026-09-27: 119.1602141784668USD
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- 2026-09-29: 119.1602141784668USD
- 2026-09-30: 119.1602141784668USD
- 2026-10-01: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-02: 107.02629912109374USD
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- 2026-10-07: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-08: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-09: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-10: 158.07069393310547USD
- 2026-10-11: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-12: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-13: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-14: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-15: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-16: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-17: 145.91678895874023USD
- 2026-10-18: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-19: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-20: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-21: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-22: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-23: 111.21080191345214USD
- 2026-10-24: 145.91678895874023USD
- 2026-10-25: 106.48180426330566USD
- 2026-10-26: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-27: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-28: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-29: 107.02629912109374USD
- 2026-10-30: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-10-31: 145.91678895874023USD
- 2026-11-01: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-11-02: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-11-03: 111.18160564727783USD
- 2026-11-04: 111.18160564727783USD
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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