The Ocean Beach Hotel, Exclusive Hire
East Overcliff Drive, Seafront, Bournemouth, BH1 3AQ -
Up to
150 guests
About Venue
Sitting directly on the seafront, on top of the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth, this contemporary hotel offers you some of the best views in the area. The Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa is only a few minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy beaches and close to the town centre, gardens, and vibrant café society of Bournemouth.
Our venue has been decorated in a modern and rustic beach style, with onsite Day Spa and Italian Café. This new concept hotel and spa offers you and your guests a great venue to explore from. The 64 bedrooms provide you with a mix of décor, all with en-suite bathrooms and optional sea views upgrades.
The Ocean Suite is a large room with wooden floor, neutral colours and plantation shutters that is ideal for holding your wedding event. Located on the first floor, this room features spectacular ocean views that are further enhanced from the function suite’s terrace balcony. This truly is a fantastic venue for a wedding, accommodating up to 100 people.
The light and airy Atlantic Suite is also available, with views of the outdoor swimming pool and can hold up to 120 of your guests
Please enquire for smaller tailor made weddings.
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Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 150
Theatre
up to 150
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 150
Space Rules
Cancellation policy
Reservations and Payment 1. All bookings must be confirmed with a non-refundable deposit prior to the event. 2. Full and final payment is required 14 days prior to the event, unless credit facilities have been agreed in advance with the hotel. If credit facilities have been agreed, payment is required 14 days upon receipt of the invoice. 3. Final details for the event including numbers, rooming list, timings, menus and table plans etc. are required 14 days prior to the event. Confirmation By The Client 1. Once written confirmation, the signed contract and deposit (if required) have been received all such facilities, services, food and beverages reserved on your behalf will be subject to the terms and conditions of the contract. 2. Numbers must be advised to the Hotel at the time of written confirmation. Final timings, menus and any special dietary requirements etc must be confirmed at least 14 days prior to arrival. Cancellation 1. Should you need to cancel or postpone your confirmed booking at any time prior to the event, we will make every effort to resell the facilities on your behalf. 2. Any cancellation, postponements or reduction in numbers of delegates or bedrooms should be advised as soon as possible verbally and then confirmed immediately in writing. 3. The company’s cancellation policy is as follows: • Over 52 weeks prior to the event No charges and your deposit will be lost • 38 – 52 weeks prior to the event Loss of deposit • 12 – 38 weeks prior to the event 50% of all contracted charges • 4 – 12 weeks prior to the event 75% of all contracted charges • Less than 4 weeks prior to the event 90% of all contracted charges 4. Should numbers reduce from the original confirmation the hotel reserves the right to move function rooms, to accommodate the new size of the party.
Location
Reviews
- Andrew ThickOctober 2025
Attended a 60th birthday party here and stayed the night. Room was nice but very hot, as on top floor facing the sea. Great view over the bay. Room seemed very dated, in need of some TLC, but comfortable. Shower could do with a bit more pressure but was okay. Unfortunately, lift was out of action, which being on 4th floor, was a bit of a mission. Overall, it was okay.
- Elienne HarrisNovember 2025
The staff are lovely for the most part, although a couple definitely lacked in customer service skills. Out room was cold, the windows 2 out of three were broken and on night one I had to fix a latch to stop the frame from knocking incessantly due to the wind and rain. Breakfast on both days was adequate, sparse, and on both days we had to ask for more to be brought out as it was buffet style and thanks to a few inconsiderate patrons taking more than needed and wasting the excess. I'd also say that the choices were limited but the quality of the food itself was great. Dinner on both nights was lovely, three courses, excellent food, service was good and the wine, delicious. The decor and ambience is warm if a little dated, particularly in the rooms, additional heating was needed at times, and all round finishing touches could do with further attention such as bathroom grouting, silicone edges, and such. I would return but would lower my expectations and take snacks!
- Finley PartridgeDecember 2025
I attended an evening here to see an Elvis act during the festive period which included a 3 course meal. The food was really nice , better than some hotels I have visited. Service was a bit odd, dont get me wrong they were quick but it almost felt rushed. There was only one lady who I think was the service manager who was really lovely but the rest of the waiting staff were very abrupt and didn't really speak. Just bought food out and whisked it away quickly without a word. Location is great as it is situated above the beach so lots of lovely views.
- MFDecember 2025
First time staying in this hotel. Arrived late around midnight. The Night Porter was very helpful and stored my bicycle in the luggage room free of charge. The room was clean and a good size with an ensuite bathroom. The bathroom was also clean. The bath had some chips and damage and could do with replaciing. For £36 for 2 people for one night it was excellent value.
- Elizabeth EastburyJanuary 2026
Attended a Whist holiday run by Belmont Whist .Brilliant Whist run by friends Tony and Sandra BEST whist holiday we have been on . Staff very helpful and friendly. We came there in October last year only to find that in the ladies toilets one cubicle was out of order IT STILL IS OUT OF ORDER. This time they were VERY COLD No heating in there Gents as well . The lounge seating area is so dirty all the chairs need replacing. The carpets either need a good clean or replacing they are loose and could cause some one to trip up and injure them selves .Great value for the money
