Description
The Hermitage Hotel enjoys a prime position in the heart of Bournemouth, Dorset (BH2 5AH), directly opposite the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). Guests need only step outside and walk two minutes to be at the doors of one of the region’s premier conference and entertainment venues—no taxi required.
Inside, the hotel offers 78 elegantly appointed bedrooms, ranging from classic doubles to superior sea-view rooms with bay windows framing panoramic views of Bournemouth’s golden sands. Each en-suite room is thoughtfully equipped with complimentary tea and coffee, a direct-dial telephone and colour TV with satellite channels, ensuring both leisure and business travellers feel completely at home.
For business events and private functions, The Hermitage provides two versatile meeting rooms. The Clifton Suite and the Hardy Suite can be arranged theatre-style, cabaret-style, boardroom-style or in a U-shape to suit gatherings from intimate interviews and small workshops to larger presentations. Every room features natural daylight, air-conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, LCD projectors, screens, flipcharts and comprehensive audio-visual support.
Our dedicated banqueting team specialises in crafting bespoke menus and elegant table layouts, perfect for everything from celebratory gala dinners to graduation balls and charity fundraisers. With capacity for up to 150 guests seated—or 180 standing reception style—each banquet can be tailored with themed décor, multi-course plated service or buffet and live cooking stations, ensuring a memorable culinary experience.
Complimentary on-site parking (53 spaces) and nearby coach parking make arrival effortless for organisers and attendees alike.
Beyond meetings, our dedicated events team can tailor catering packages—from coffee breaks and working lunches to three-course gala dinners—designed around your schedule and dietary preferences. After a productive day, delegates and guests can unwind in our comfortable lounge bar, sample locally sourced cuisine in our restaurant, or take a leisurely stroll along the beachfront just moments away.
Whether you’re hosting a corporate conference, team-building day, wedding reception or milestone celebration, The Hermitage’s blend of elegant surroundings, sea-view charm and seamless access to the BIC creates a truly exceptional venue. From pre-show dining in our restaurant to post-event cocktails overlooking the sunset, every detail is designed to leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.