Be blissfully happy beside the seaside at the Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa. This picture-perfect hotel in Bournemouth is centrally located on the West Cliff, close to the town center and an abundance of shops, cafes, clubs and bars. The Pavilion Theatre, BIC, Lower Gardens and seven miles of golden sandy beaches are also wonderfully close by. What more could you ask for? This divine 4-Star hotel and spa boasts beautiful and spacious accommodation, and superb facilities. Built in 1850, the Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa has lost none of its original charm; in fact, its appeal only increases as the hotel gets better with age. The hotel is celebrated across the UK and has been awarded a Silver Shield by Green Tourism for Business and three major awards by Bournemouth Tourism. It seems we really are the very best place to stay in Bournemouth, and that's coming from the experts! A delightful garden terrace, excellent spa and leisure facilities and gorgeous food will make sure your stay is a most memorable one, as four fabulous restaurants can be found at the hotel. Blakes, our fine dining restaurant headed by Chef Ben Nicol, so you can be assured you're in the very best of hands.