Terrific beach, very long, very deep and lovely sand and spotlessly clean. The Channel, or is it the Atlantic is reassuringly cold!

this is a lovely beach,it's such a shame that visitors do not respect it,too much litter.more empty bins are needed,and maybe fines for dropping litter would stop the mess,on a good note,a lovely place to visit.plenty to do for all ages.car parks to expencive.bournemouth need to up there game and stop over chargeing for things.

the sea front has plenty of food outlets and drinking places. all very clean and tidy with easy acess.

The beach was great and went on for miles. It's a great day out for the kids, they can play in the sand safely and walk along the promenade. The atmosphere is lovely too, relaxed and friendly. We'll definitely return next year.

Met friends here for lunch, it was much better than the last time we visited. The meal was good and the staff attentive with out rushing us.

If ever you are in need of some space and /or some fresh air, take a stroll down the promenade at Bournemouth. Lots of nice places to stop for a ice cream, a coffee or something a bit stronger. It's a place to lift your spirits as being by the sea always seems to turn your thoughts to the more... More 

This was a nice trip from London but the place was a bit of disappointment to me. You may find it a bit unusual if you are accustomed to sunny beaches elsewhere, this is a Brit syle beach I'd say. I found it quite loud and busy. Too many lights, too many shops, mediocre souvenirs..Yet it's still a very nice... More 

Yes lovely sandy beach - but that was about it for me. I was not impressed with the area around Bournemouth pier. The buildings around it are ugly and I am wondering if Bournemouth is now a city that happens to be beside the sea instead of a seaside town although to be fair, I didn't venture into the city... More 

Lovely stay, plenty to do. Plenty of restaurants, shops etc. Beaches clean.. Great place for a relaxing weekend.