Bournemouth is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the UK, thanks to its sandy beaches and sunny weather. The town is great for shopping and has many fun attractions like the world’s first pier to shore zipline. The Cumberland Hotel Bournemouth is the perfect place to stay, thanks to its superb location overlooking the sea. An iconic Art Deco building, it’s been tastefully modernized yet retains many original features.
First Impressions – The Cumberland Hotel Bournemouth

When considering where to stay in Bournemouth, a sea view is definitely top of our list. The Cumberland Hotel is located on East Overcliff, a peaceful road that’s a short walk from the beach and the town centre. There’s free car parking to the rear of the property. We were warmly welcomed inside and check-in was quick and efficient. The lift is on the small side, with it being a historic hotel, but it whisked us to our gorgeous Superior Ocean View Balcony bedroom in no time at all. Stepping on to the balcony, we were greeted with this panorama!
Accommodation at The Cumberland
The first thing that comes to mind is the sense of space. Not only is the bedroom huge, but it had two double wardrobes, a vanity unit and a separate cupboard that came in handy for storing our suitcases. The Art Deco inspired furnishings are very chic and we loved the blue low lighting that gives a cosy glow. The bed was super comfy and I had a great night’s sleep.

In the bathroom we fou...