Holiday rentals in Bournemouth

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Top-rated holiday rentals in Bournemouth

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Guest suite in Bournemouth

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

Hygge hideaway moments from beach

Yoku House is a delightful and fully self contained two storey annex with its own private entrance. It is moments from the clifftop and a short walk down a lovely wooded path to the beach. There is a beautiful bedroom upstairs, a cosy living room downstairs, and an exceptional bathroom with a traditional cast iron bath. We have superfast WiFi, with TV subscriptions including Netflix, Amazon, Apple TV+ and Britbox. A perfect place for a relaxing break or to work remotely in a wonderful location.

12–19 Oct

£95 per night
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Flat in Bournemouth

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

Large town centre apartment a short walk to beach

A very large town centre apartment overlooking Bournemouth gardens & directly next to Bournemouth Square, the hub of the town! The square is filled with many brand new restaurants, shops, a new cinema & often live entertainment. It also features a large German Market & Alpine Bar from mid Nov - Jan. All this on the apartment's doorstep! Bournemouth pier & award winning beaches are also just a five minute stroll through the stunning gardens. The apartment is very spacious, modern & well equipped.

20–27 Jul

£157 per night
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Apartment in Dorset

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Luxury flat on Sandbanks beach with panorama view

Luxury top floor two room apartment. Located directly on the beach of the Sandbanks peninsula with breathtaking double sided views over Bournemouth Bay, Studland, Isle of Wight and Poole harbour. It has everything you need for a self-catering holiday and loads of sporty activities just around the corner (all sorts of water sport, walks, golf, tennis, bike riding & lots more). Suitable for people who want to relax and wind down. Please beware this is not a party location. NB: Very steep stairs.

9–16 Dec

£217 per night

Popular amenities for Bournemouth holiday rentals

Stay near Bournemouth's top sights

Boscombe Pier60 locals recommend
Bournemouth International Centre101 locals recommend
Tower Park58 locals recommend
Hengistbury Head Beach28 locals recommend
Alum Chine Beach42 locals recommend
Vitality Stadium3 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Bournemouth

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Apartment in Dorset

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Ashley X Victorian Cottage Luxurious Annexe Poole

31 Oct – 7 Nov

£96 per night
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Home in Dorset

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Stunning 2 bedroom home 15 minutes walk to beach

30 Jan – 6 Feb

£122 per night
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Guest house in Dorset

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 344 reviews

Secluded garden lodge with private hot tub

6–13 Nov

£138 per night
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Guest house in Bournemouth

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Beautiful 1 bedroom guest house with Hot Tub

1–8 Nov

£129 per night
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Apartment in Southbourne

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Stunning Apartment With Panoramic Seaviews

28 Jan – 4 Feb

£160 per night
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Flat in Dorset

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

Balcony Apt, Free Parking, 11am Check-out

3–10 Oct

£104 per night
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Tiny home in Bournemouth

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Cosy retreat for 1. Near beach/20 min walk to town

23–30 Jun

£67 per night
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Flat in Boscombe

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Beachfront Haven

22–29 Aug

£118 per night
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Flat in Dorset

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews

*Town Centre* Beach 5 min walk

18–25 Jan

£96 per night
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Flat in Westbourne

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

The Rafters

4–11 Jun

£124 per night
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Flat in Southbourne

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Bournemouth 2-Bed Flat, Free Parking & Near Beach

4–11 Dec

£103 per night
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Flat in Westbourne

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviews

Amore Mare, 5 minute walk down Chine to Beach

6–13 Nov

£121 per night

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Bournemouth

Total rentals

3.4K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

1.6K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

50 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

800 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

1.5K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

104K reviews

Your guide to Bournemouth

All About Bournemouth

Strolling down the seven miles of sandy beaches and looking across the water to the Isle of Wight, it is easy to see why Bournemouth, on the south coast of England, has been a popular seaside resort for almost 200 years. While you are at the beach, you can walk to the end of Boscombe Pier to watch the surfers and the boats on the water, or choose Bournemouth Pier with its zip wire and many other attractions.

As an alternative to the beach, Bournemouth Lower Gardens is a great place to have a picnic, enjoy the colourful flowers, play a round of miniature golf, or listen to music at the bandstand. For a sweeping panoramic view of the town, take a trip on the town’s observation wheel, which reaches 100 feet into the air. The pedestrianised town centre features a host of shops, including 19th-century Victorian shopping arcades, mouthwatering restaurants, and a buzzing nightlife.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Bournemouth

Bournemouth comes to life in the late spring and summer, with visitors coming from far and wide to take advantage of the award-winning beaches in the town. This is when the sun is at its warmest, providing long summer days for lazing on the beach or taking a dip in the refreshing waters. On Friday evenings in the high season, the fireworks displays light up the sky with a blaze of colour. If you want to avoid the busiest periods, you can come to a Bournemouth cottage in the spring when temperatures are cooler and when the Victorian Gardens burst into colour. Although the winter months can be cold and dark, you can warm yourself up at the dazzling Christmas Tree Wonderland. This takes place from the middle of November to the beginning of January, and features Christmas trees, illuminations, an ice rink, and stalls where you can buy Christmas treats and mulled wine.


Top things to do in Bournemouth

West Cliff Lift

Take a historic mode of transport to reach the cliff tops in Bournemouth, with views down the coastline of the county of Dorset. It is a type of light railway that dates back to 1908, taking you up the cliff face while you look down on the beach. This is also a way for you to access Bournemouth International Centre, which is a venue for conferences, exhibitions, and entertainment.

Westbourne

A 15-minute walk from Bournemouth will take you to the coastal village of Westbourne. The eye-catching shopping arcade is where you can browse the independent stores before having an al fresco lunch. The village also features tropical gardens, the Alum Chine beach, and a suspension bridge.

Studland Bay

Take the chain ferry from Sandbanks, about 3.5 miles south of Bournemouth, for the five-minute journey to Studland Bay. The bay boasts four miles of exquisite beaches and will take you to one of the landmarks in the area, Old Harry Rocks — three gleaming chalk formations standing proudly in the sea.

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