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The Kings Arms

4.0 star property

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
$91
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9

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18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England, BH23 1DT
  • Place, Christchurch Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Priory
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Southbourne Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King (Cozy King) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard King (Cozy King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room (Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

The Kings Arms

4-star Christchurch hotel with restaurant
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a meeting room are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
The Kings Arms offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Christchurch hotel also offers concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. Guests can use the health club at a partner property.

The Kings Arms is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

Kings Arms Hotel Christchurch
Kings Arms Christchurch
The Kings Arms Hotel
The Kings Arms Christchurch
The Kings Arms Hotel Christchurch

The Kings Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 476 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 476 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 476 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 476 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 476 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Room very comfortable and lovely bar. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spacious and well equipped. But you had to be a gymnast to use the shower in the bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very good nothing was too much trouble would have liked it better if we could of had an evening meal at the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and it was a nice touch having a free drink token.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, staff are great and the rooms are bright and modern. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We had a wonderfull stay at the Kings Arms.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine, fORT lAUDERDALE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal location, very nice rooms, courteous staff. Loved everything about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous Find

Our stay was incredible, made even more fabulous by Briony, Rahul and Spencer, who all showed a friendly and professional approach. Our room, room 101, was fantastic!! Large, freshly decorated and homely. Our bed was huge and the bedding gorgeous, although a larger duvet would be a good addition. The bathroom was clean, large and well lit. We loved our stay and will definitely to The King's Arms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay

Fantastic hotel, beautiful interior, standing proud in the centre of Christchurch, with an imposing position overlooking the old priory ruins and castle. The staff were attentive, there was a small mix up on check in, that was sorted swiftly and promptly. Given the wrong door key by a young member of staff, I would imagine still training. Early check in was a great bonus to opt for, just a small additional charge. The priory king rooms were large and airy. The large Georgian windows were fantastic, one small drawback, the traffic noise but as it is on a main road it was to be expected. The blinds do not all close together, several slates needs to be done manually. This could possibly be addressed as it is a little frustrating having to close them individually! But this was remedied in a few minutes. The beds and pillows were comfy ensuring a sound nights sleep. I wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely 2 night stay

Stayed here for 2 nights whilst attending our nephews 21st birthday celebration. Lovely hotel although our room was a little small but adequate for our stay. Breakfast was lovely. Would we stay here again without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a great stay, staff very helpful (especiually as we left some dresses behind). Breakfast grea
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for a break

Lovely, bright and well presented, great staff always helpful. Location perfect close to bus routes, high street but far enough from Bournemouth not to suffer from crowded roads and so many people. Food excellent Very comfortable bed No street noise
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A frustrating one-night stay

Plantation style shutters were broken and the milk in the fridge was spoiled. The bath was also badly chipped and the air conditioning was blasting straight onto the kids’ bed despite the cool weather, even when I turned the temperature way up. The room then became unbearably stuffy when the air con was turned off, as unable to open windows. The milk was replaced and staff came to look at the shutters and tried to bodge them shut. Was told the issue would be reported to maintenance in the morning. It was difficult to settle the kids to sleep in the light and cold/hot conditions, and then we all woke up very early due to sunlight flooding in. Extremely disappointing given the price point and no compensation offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little hidden gem

Calm and peaceful, comfy bed and secure parking, will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Super friendly and helpful staff, rooms spotlessly clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem of a Hotel

Delightful hotel ,beautiful decor in bar , excellent parking Great welcome from host and bar staff. Easy to park and in a good position in Christchurch . Definitely return when we have more time .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iestyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and comfortab.e

We booked relatively last minute for a one-night stop; this would be a good base for a longer stay. Newly-refurbished (2024/25?) it was clean throughout, comfortable in all respects. Our room was a 3rd floor (attic) room, so not much of a window and no view. We'd probably want more natural light for a longer stay, but it was fully functional, excellent en suite and cheaper than chain hotel options, so no complaints really. Staff were friendly and helpful and we were very happy to be given a token for a free first drink in the bar!! We weren't going to order breakfast but did have the continental option in the end - good value, possibly better than the cooked option. But everything was excellently fresh and that includes the milk in the room! Free car parking opposite the front door, but possibly not enough space if fully occupied - get there early! All in all, recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Happy average

Lovely hotel, room a bit clostrophobic. Shower trap was blocked so did not drain and couldn’t really have a proper shower. Handle fell off bathroom door leaving trapped inside. Light broke above basin. Staff extremely un-attentive over breakfast. I would say average hotel at an expensive hotel price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Christchurch

Thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay at the Kings Arms. Fantastic location, right in town centre. Free parking, a big bonus. Friendly staff, welcome drink, fantastic room, air conditioned, comfy bed, lovely bathroom. Will definitely return. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and a great bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

outstanding

The whole experience was outstanding, not only the expected level of the accomodation and service, but the willingness to help our visit as good as possible, like recomendations of places to visit, where to dine and a host of instances in the small detail that adds to the experence THANKS
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025