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The Kings Arms

4.0 star property

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A two-story building with a sign reading 'The King's Arms Hotel.'
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England, BH23 1DT
  • Place, Red House Museum and Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Priory
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Regent Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Cozy Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Cozy Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Cozy Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed, View)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed, View)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed, View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Christchurch

At The Kings Arms you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Christchurch Priory and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from New Forest National Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Eighteen Restaurant & Bar, is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Christchurch hotel, attractions include Poole Harbour and Bournemouth Beach.

What's nearby

  • Red House Museum and Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Christchurch Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Christchurch Priory - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Regent Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stanpit Marsh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde George Christchurch - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Masala Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Soho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kings Arms

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Kings Arms also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kings Arms offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Eighteen Restaurant & Bar

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • Lift

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: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.95 for adults and from GBP 9.95 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 parking available at The Kings Arms?

Yep, The Kings Arms has a free self car park.

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

As of 30 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Arms on 1 July 2026 start from AU$268, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Kings Arms?

The closest beach to The Kings Arms is Bournemouth Beach (7.3 km).

Does The Kings Arms serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kings Arms?

No, The Kings Arms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kings Arms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kings Arms?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Kings Arms?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Kings Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 536 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 536 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 536 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 536 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 536 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room as were the bar and restaurant. Parking wasn't a problem and located within easy walking distance of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, welcoming staff, tastefully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely place, room was incredible and the food was amazing. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My stay was great, hotel really nice, staff very friendly and helpful. Room very clean, bed very comfortable, breakfast very tasty and lots of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, food was excellent with pleasant bar and restaurant areas. Staff were all really lovely. The room was very clean and spacious. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice premises and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is excellent and highly recommended. Very good, generous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay lovely rooms recently done up and clean with great bed and shower. They even have fresh milk for tea. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food was amazing. Definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are great, nothing is too much trouble. The hotel itself is very well maintained and a comfortable environment to be in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I must say that from checking in to checking out this hotel was one of the best places I’ve stayed in over the last few years. Staff were excellent and nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Clean rooms ,friendly efficient staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and location - excellent beds like giant marshmallows
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean hotel with high standards which is on a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are lovely food is lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are just lovely......helpful and kind. The hotel is very clean, room spotless and spacious. My bathroom had natural light and smelled lovely. The restaurant and bar are beautifully decorated with pretty artwork and gorgeous wallpaper.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely, staff were great and the hotel was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Really lovely hotel in a good location

Great Hotel in an excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely brilliant stay at The Kings Arms. We had a gorgeous room and the facilities are excellent. Everything was spotlessly clean and all the staff are incredible. Breakfast was delicious. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming staff. Clean comfortable room in a really good position.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and a great bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was lovely and clean. I was greeted by Alex on arrival very personable and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025