BW Signature Collection by Best Western

Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

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Perched on Bournemouth’s famous East Cliff, Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, BW Signature Collection (formerly a Hallmark Hotel) offers dramatic views across the bay.

Built in the Victorian era, the hotel has a rich history and has attracted some illustrious guests over the years, including Harold Macmillan, Bobby Moore and General Eisenhower, who debated D-Day landing plans with Field Marshal Montgomery over lunch at the hotel during World War Two. Meander down the path from the clifftop and you’ll be basking on the golden sands in no time, while a 15-minute walk along the seafront takes you to the Oceanarium and Bournemouth Pier. Heading out of town, wander among the flowerbeds at Boscombe Chine Gardens or dig for fossils along the Jurassic Coast. Our business guests are within walking distance of Bournemouth International Centre for conferences and exhibitions, and we deliver fantastic lunch and afternoon tea stops for tour groups. When you’re not out and about, there’s plenty to keep you occupied in the hotel itself. Our outdoor pool is surrounded by sun loungers and palm trees, giving it a distinctly tropical feel, and you can enjoy a sizzling summer feast from our pizza ovens and barbecues. Indoors, there’s a gym, heated swimming pool and sauna. Many of our 76 guest rooms have views across the bay, and some also feature a private balcony for gazing out to sea. We have spacious family rooms and luxury suites for those who really want to push the boat out. Alternatively, you can make yourself at home in one of our self-catering apartments with private patios. Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, BW Signature Collection have timeshare apartments available, should you wish to enquire please contact the hotel directly.

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Good to know

Check-in/Check-out
Check-in is at 16:00 / Check-out is at 11:00
Parking
No free parking available. Charged onsite parking cost of £20.00 (per 24 hours). Street parking is not available.
Children
2 children up to 12 years of age stays free with a paying adult as per Best Western GB Child Policy.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Chargeable at £15.00 per pet, per night

Other Services

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Bar
Restaurants
Gym
Pool
Wedding
Baggage hold
Lifts to all floors

Accessibility

The Bournemouth Carlton Hotel features the following accessibility options on select rooms and/or areas of their premises.

  • Walk In Shower
  • Disabled Access Public

Restaurants & bars

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Frederick's Restaurant

Restaurant

With all that fresh sea air, you’ve likely worked up a hearty appetite. At Frederick's Restaurant, tuck into classic British dishes that use fresh, seasonal ingredients, from healthy salads to juicy steaks. Overlooking the seafront, it’s a scenic spot to dine, whether you're holidaying in Bournemouth with your partner or entire family. We cater for junior palates with a variety of fun creations, from ice-cream in a cone to candy floss and cola cubes. A delicious buffet breakfast is served every morning. Choose from continental and cooked items, as well as vegetarian options and dishes cooked to order such as omelettes, poached eggs, porridge and kippers. You can also order a continental breakfast throughout the night via room service.

Restaurant

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Frederick's Restaurant

Restaurant

With all that fresh sea air, you’ve likely worked up a hearty appetite. At Frederick's Restaurant, tuck into classic British dishes that use fresh, seasonal ingredients, from healthy salads to juicy steaks. Overlooking the seafront, it’s a scenic spot to dine, whether you're holidaying in Bournemouth with your partner or entire family. We cater for junior palates with a variety of fun creations, from ice-cream in a cone to candy floss and cola cubes. A delicious buffet breakfast is served every morning. Choose from continental and cooked items, as well as vegetarian options and dishes cooked to order such as omelettes, poached eggs, porridge and kippers. You can also order a continental breakfast throughout the night via room service.

Timings

Breakfast 07:00 till 09:30
Dinner 18:30 till 21:00
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Cocktail Bar

Bar

Our bar with terrace overlooking the sea is the perfect place to enjoy a drink and bite to eat after a business meeting, sightseeing trip or day basking on the sandy beach. When the sun is shining, dine al fresco with a cool cocktail or glass of Pimm’s and watch the sun dip down over the gleaming water. There’s free Wi-Fi on the terrace too, so you can instantly upload your photos to social media. Indoors, watch live European and Premier League football and other top events on BT Sport.

Bar

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Cocktail Bar

Bar

Our bar with terrace overlooking the sea is the perfect place to enjoy a drink and bite to eat after a business meeting, sightseeing trip or day basking on the sandy beach. When the sun is shining, dine al fresco with a cool cocktail or glass of Pimm’s and watch the sun dip down over the gleaming water. There’s free Wi-Fi on the terrace too, so you can instantly upload your photos to social media. Indoors, watch live European and Premier League football and other top events on BT Sport.

Timings

Hours 11:00 till 23:00
Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Open
Sunday Open

Meetings

The historic Bournemouth Carlton, BW Signature Collection by Best Western provides a stunning location for a wedding by the sea. Choose from seven event rooms for up to 200 guests. Five are licensed for civil ceremonies, meaning you can hold your entire celebration under one roof. You can even enjoy a sea view when you tie the knot as our garden gazebo is licensed to host ceremonies for up to 50 guests. We only hold one wedding at a time, so you’re guaranteed our undivided attention throughout the day. Our professional and friendly team of experienced wedding co-ordinators will guide you through the whole planning process from start to finish. We have a variety of rooms for guests staying over, at a discounted rate, from double rooms for couples to self-catering apartments for families. We save the best for the bride and groom, of course, who’ll get a beautiful suite with a sea view. If you’re on a tight budget, you can save by holding your wedding outside of the peak summer season.

Facilities included

Eight Hour Chairs
DVD
Laptop
Laptop Projector
Laptop Screen
Team Building
Temporary Staging
Unlimited Flipchart
Podium
Sound System
Number of meeting rooms: 5
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Maximum 200 guests
191.1 m2

Meyrick Suite

Natural daylight floods this suite which is a versatile space that can be set up for 45 delegates boardroom style, right up to 200 delegates in a theatre style or reception setting. The air conditioned Suite also features black-out blinds, dimmer switches, and an adjacent bar.

More info
Aircon
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens
Private bar

Meetings

Meyrick Suite Floor/Location: Ground Floor
Maximum 200 guests
Size: 191.1 m2
Aircon
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens
Private bar

Natural daylight floods this suite which is a versatile space that can be set up for 45 delegates boardroom style, right up to 200 delegates in a theatre style or reception setting. The air conditioned Suite also features black-out blinds, dimmer switches, and an adjacent bar.

Guest Capacity

Expected guest capacities when this room is setup in the following orientation(s):
Orientation Guest Capacity
Banquet 150
Board Room 45
Class Room 60
Reception 180
Theatre 200
U-Shape 45
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Maximum 120 guests
130.2 m2

Causerie Suite

Looking for a flexible space for up to 120 people? Our stunning Causerie, located on the ground floor, can meet your needs and keep your delegates comfortable with air conditioning, dimmer switches, black-out blinds and lots of natural daylight. It is perfectly adaptable and can be used for business events, meetings or buffet receptions.

More info
Aircon
WiFi
Natural daylight
Screens
Private bar

Meetings

Causerie Suite Floor/Location: Ground Floor
Maximum 120 guests
Size: 130.2 m2
Aircon
WiFi
Natural daylight
Screens
Private bar

Looking for a flexible space for up to 120 people? Our stunning Causerie, located on the ground floor, can meet your needs and keep your delegates comfortable with air conditioning, dimmer switches, black-out blinds and lots of natural daylight. It is perfectly adaptable and can be used for business events, meetings or buffet receptions.

Guest Capacity

Expected guest capacities when this room is setup in the following orientation(s):
Orientation Guest Capacity
Banquet 80
Board Room 45
Class Room 60
Reception 120
Theatre 100
U-Shape 35
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Maximum 50 guests
31.2 m2

Library Suite

With a capacity ranging from approximately 15 to 50 delegates, the Library makes a beautiful setting for a smaller meeting or event. Perfect for intimate private dinners or a small wedding.

More info
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens

Meetings

Library Suite Floor/Location: Ground Floor
Maximum 50 guests
Size: 31.2 m2
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens

With a capacity ranging from approximately 15 to 50 delegates, the Library makes a beautiful setting for a smaller meeting or event. Perfect for intimate private dinners or a small wedding.

Guest Capacity

Expected guest capacities when this room is setup in the following orientation(s):
Orientation Guest Capacity
Banquet 30
Board Room 20
Class Room 15
Reception 50
Theatre 50
U-Shape 16
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Maximum 40 guests
49.3 m2

Orangery

One of our smaller rooms, the Orangery is perfectly suited for events for approximately 15 to 40 delegates depending on the seating plan chosen. Boasts beautiful sea views and lovely bright room, adjacent to main Hotel bar.

More info
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens

Meetings

Orangery Floor/Location: Ground floor
Maximum 40 guests
Size: 49.3 m2
WiFi
Natural daylight
Disabled access
Screens

One of our smaller rooms, the Orangery is perfectly suited for events for approximately 15 to 40 delegates depending on the seating plan chosen. Boasts beautiful sea views and lovely bright room, adjacent to main Hotel bar.

Guest Capacity

Expected guest capacities when this room is setup in the following orientation(s):
Orientation Guest Capacity
Banquet 30
Board Room 24
Class Room 15
Reception 40
Theatre 40
U-Shape 16
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Maximum 10 guests
28.3 m2

Eisenhower

Planning a board meeting or small group training session? We have the ideal space with our purpose built boardroom with a capacity of up to 10 delegates.

More info
WiFi
Screens

Meetings

Eisenhower Floor/Location: Lower ground floor
Maximum 10 guests
Size: 28.3 m2
WiFi
Screens

Planning a board meeting or small group training session? We have the ideal space with our purpose built boardroom with a capacity of up to 10 delegates.

Guest Capacity

Expected guest capacities when this room is setup in the following orientation(s):
Orientation Guest Capacity
Banquet Not recorded
Board Room 10
Class Room Not recorded
Reception Not recorded
Theatre Not recorded
U-Shape Not recorded
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Weddings

The historic Bournemouth Carlton, BW Signature Collection by Best Western provides a stunning location for a wedding by the sea. Choose from seven event rooms for up to 200 guests. Five are licensed for civil ceremonies, meaning you can hold your entire celebration under one roof. You can even enjoy a sea view when you tie the knot as our garden gazebo is licensed to host ceremonies for up to 50 guests. We only hold one wedding at a time, so you’re guaranteed our undivided attention throughout the day. Our professional and friendly team of experienced wedding co-ordinators will guide you through the whole planning process from start to finish. We have a variety of rooms for guests staying over, at a discounted rate, from double rooms for couples to self-catering apartments for families. We save the best for the bride and groom, of course, who’ll get a beautiful suite with a sea view. If you’re on a tight budget, you can save by holding your wedding outside of the peak summer season.

  • Ceremony Capacity 200
  • Reception Capacity 150
  • Corkage charge £15
  • Civil Ceremony License Yes
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Overview

Service and Venue

We offer seven spectacularly refurbished event rooms with fabulously elegant décor, capable of hosting everything up to 200 guests. Five of our function rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies, giving you the choice to hold your marriage with us, as well as your reception.

Catering

Our relaxed yet highly professional team of experienced wedding coordinators will lead you through the whole planning process for your big day, from florists to photographers to catering. Helping you with the finer details for the perfect wedding.

Honeymoon Suite

A stunning sea view Suite with a balcony and separate bedroom/lounge to give you lots of space for the bride to get ready the morning of the wedding (if booked the night prior).

Organiser & Registrar

Events Team

Organiser: Events Team

Organiser telephone: 03300283411

Organiser e-mail: [email protected]

Registrar

Authority: Dorset Council

Registrar telephone number: 01202 454945

Registar address: Town Hall, Bournemouth, BH2 6DY