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The Kings Arms

4.0 star property
Hotel in Christchurch with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Superior Room
Bar (on property)
The Kings Arms, moments from New Forest National Park, offers a sophisticated base for exploration. Guests enjoy a freshly cooked-to-order breakfast before discovering nearby attractions. Helpful staff enhance the experience, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Sept 29 - Sept 30
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Tomorrow

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Classic Twin

Classic Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard King (Cozy King)

Standard King (Cozy King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room (Sofabed)

Standard Room (Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England, BH23 1DT

What's nearby

  • Southbourne Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mudeford Quay - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • O2 Academy Bournemouth - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 11 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Station - 12 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Saxon Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Tripp - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kings Arms

Upscale hotel near New Forest National Park
Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant at The Kings Arms. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and a lift
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Kings Arms include perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

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

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kings Arms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kings Arms?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Arms on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$154.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Kings Arms?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kings Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kings Arms?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Kings Arms located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Prototype Bailey Bridge and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from New Forest National Park. Southbourne Beach and Hengistbury Head Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Christchurch Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Kings Arms Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 445 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

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

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovelly staff.good room .Great breakfast .Convenient .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, fantastic staff, great breakfast too.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Super!

Such a lovely place to stay with lovely staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

A K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location. Lovely, comfy room and super staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing trip & this hotel was part of it. I found the staff to be exceptional & very helpful. I loved having the restaurant right in the hotel. My room overlooked the ruins & the Priory & had air conditioning & a walk in shower which were priorities for me. It was a quick walk to the high street for shopping, bank, other food options & a quick walk to the ferries on the river. I would absolutely stay here again.
Outdoor view. Bus stops right out front.
Cozy/snug room on the 3rd floor. Lift was just outside the door.
Good closet space with iron/board, mini fridge, & tea kettle.
Bar/restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Lovely hotel in central location

Lovely comfortable stay and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel in the perfect location for a visit to Christchurch. The premier room we had was huge and well appointed. The aircon was very useful in the hot weather we had. We got the early check in, which I recommend as it’s easier to find a parking spot earlier in the day. The staff were very friendly and even gave us a free welcome drink. We will definately stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

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

We will be back

Wonderful short stay, room, staff, and food fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rhydian

Cancelled by the Hotel

I received a call from the hotel the day after the booking was confirmed via Hotels.com. They told me they were fully booked and the reservation would have to be cancelled.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely place in a lovely town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position by the river and in the town no need to drive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Christchurch stay

Lovely hotel with helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are lovely. The rooms are excellent. The mistake in the choice of rooms to book was the fault of Expedia. There photographs and descriptions were not accurate. The staff at the hotel have since dealt with the issue. I would highly recommend the Kings Arms and will be sure to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hotels for exploring historic Christchurch

A really excellent Hotel in a perfect location for exploring historic Christchurch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Hotels for exploring historic Christchurch

A really excellent Hotel in a perfect location for exploring historic Christchurch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi there, I was there for a one-night-stay (some funerals). The staff was nice and welcoming! The bedroom was comfortable and spacious with an excellent air-con with unforgiving hot conditions (heatwave) outside. After a train-trip impacted by the hot temperatures, it was great to arrive in this haven! Next morning, Breakfast was excellent. There are a few nice places around, though I arrived on a Monday evening, so many restaurants were closed. The hotel is well located at walking distance from shops, restaurants and places to visit. Ras
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in this hotel many times and it is one of my favourites. Lovely atmosphere and a fantastic location along with great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a lovely area plenty to see and do Nice town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel with smart decor and rooms. Excellent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024