Bournemouth Carlton Hotelbw Signature, BournemouthBournemouth Carlton Hotelbw Signature in Bournemouth, United Kingdom has a corrected score of 2.8 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 27 of 45 hotels we score in Bournemouth. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.6 before correction: Booking.com 2.1, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $182 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on East Cliff in Bournemouth, this 3-star Victorian hotel sits near the bay. It features 76 guest rooms and includes facilities such as two indoor swimming pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a leisure club with a gym and sauna. Guests can eat at Frederick's Restaurant or use the landscaped gardens. The property is a short walk from Bournemouth West Beach and accommodates pets. It suits travellers looking for seaside access and recreational amenities. While the architecture is classic, some guests have noted that the rooms require updated decor and more thorough cleaning.What stands out

Two indoor swimming pools

On-site gym and sauna

Pet friendly

Close to the beach

Watch out for

Rooms need fresh paint

Occasional cleaning issues

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