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9.3 / 10 Guest Rating

The Lodge of Heavy Leisure

23 Argyll Road, Bournemouth, gb

The Lodge of Heavy Leisure - main view

About the Property

Prime Location near Beaches
Modern Amenities
Relaxing Sauna Experience

Experience seaside luxury at Deus Ex Machina Hotel in Bournemouth. Featuring modern amenities, a prime beachside location, and a relaxing sauna, this non-smoking property is the perfect choice for your coastal getaway. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

The restaurant will be closed at 3pm Monday-Wednesday.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.3
Exceptional292 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great staff and frequently praise the delicious breakfast.

Categories

Cleanliness9.4
Service9.8
Location9.4
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.4
Value for Money9.3
Food and Beverage9.9
Overall Experience9.3

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AaronnlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 27, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Het ontbijt was uitzonderlijk lekker. Hebben er drie dagen ontbeten maar had graag alles van de kaart geproefd.

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simongbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 26, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Great staff and clean room

No desk in room or anywhere to work

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RebeccagbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 26, 2026

"First visit to Boscombe; this property exceeded our expectations of the area."

9.0

We loved the style of the property, and the real plants even in the rooms, not just the communal areas. The breakfast, and breakfast 'lounge', was excellent. Our room had air conditioning, a huge bed, and good choice of channels/services on tv. The staff were very friendly, and made us feel relaxed as soon as we arrived. We would definitely recommend to friends, and re-book if we visit the area again.

The parking was very limited, but there was on-street parking nearby, but it could be a bit of a walk with luggage. Fine for us, but this could be problematic. This needs to be made more clear in the description of the property. The breakfast was excellent, but we would have liked tomatoes and/or mushrooms to make it exceptional. The sauna is no longer available.

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JohngbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 26, 2026

"The décor may catch first-time visitors off guard, but look past it and there is plenty to enjoy."

9.0

Check in was easy and relaxed. Expectations of hotel clearly explained. Room was very clean with all necessary amenities. Coffee availale from a self service bar on the landing.

We found the breakfast arrangement 'different' and i'm guessing others did as well. For us, the stay was excellent value but the way breakfast works took the edge off our visit. Five or six choices on a menu and you are invited to choose one item and a coffee, the majority like us picked poached egg on sourdough toast. The eggs were devoid of most of their white and the toast was undercooked and tough. Not a great parting memory.

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SarahgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 25, 2026

"Close to the beach and the town, a place with a great personality"

9.0

Loved the attention to detail in the decor, it’s nice to go somewhere that isn’t generic and has an identity, and still spotlessly clean and with great service, good coffee and a delicious breakfast too!

No negatives at all.

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OSdeDE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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PaulgbGB
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 22, 2026

"Excellent in every way"

10.0

Friendly and very helpful staff. Room was spotless. We travel quite a lot running our business and this is one of the best hotels that we have stayed in. Highly recommended and will definitely visit again.

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JackiegbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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FrancesgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 19, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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michaelgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 15, 2026

"All was OK. But more for younger people."

7.0

Room clean, bed comfortable. Pillows a bit too plump. Bathroom was clean and good. Staff all young and friendly. Ideally placed for beach, Chine Gardens and beach.

More for young people. No tea making facility in room. Had to carry hot cups of drinks up flight of stairs from fridge/hot tap on landing. A bit dangerous and would not stay hot in cooler weather. Food menu a bit strange. Breakfast had only sourdough bread. Not to everyone’s choice. Need a pot of tea , not just a cup. Had to ask for jam. No butter supplied. Should offer their spice in a separate pot..

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