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Last update: August 2024
The Connaught Hotel and Spa is a boutique wedding venue situated in Bournemouth, Dorset, in the South West of England. This luxurious destination is just minutes from Dorset's famous beaches, providing a coastal backdrop to your special celebrations. You can hold a micro wedding or large gathering in a selection of elegantly-appointed event spaces with the help of a dedicated wedding team.
Facilities and Capacity
The Connaught Hotel and Spa is licensed for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, allowing you to spend the whole day in one location.
You can choose from two beautiful suites for an indoor ceremony alongside 120 guests. During milder months, say "I do" in the scenic gardens that overlook palm trees and a baby blue beach hut.
Choose from two unique suites to mark your wedding breakfast in style, surrounded by 100 loved ones. The Brasseriee is the largest reception space at this hotel, with a capacity for 120 friends and family members. Located in The Connaught Lodge the Franklyn Suite which holds 120 evening guests. This separate building allows complete privacy for your big day. It features a private entrance, a bar and lounge area, floor-to-ceiling windows, a spacious dance floor, and lavish chandeliers.
Outside, you will find beautiful terraced gardens for photo ops and mingling after your ceremony. The Connaught Lodge is available for exclusive hire, which comes with access to the main hotel facilities as well as 28 plush bedrooms.
Services Offered
Your wedding breakfast will be created by a talented team of award-winning 2 AA Rosette chefs, using locally-sourced, fresh ingredients where possible and with each dish tailored to suit all dietary requirements.
You can choose the all-inclusive Wedding Bliss package or design a bespoke package with the help of their experienced wedding team. From your first visit to your wedding day, you'll be in the safe hands of their wedding team, who have hosted hundreds of weddings. From a red-carpet arrival to a menu-tasting session, these experts have thought of every detail to ensure your day is unique and effortless.
Accommodation
Newlyweds can look forward to a complimentary stay on their wedding night. There are 81 stylishly designed bedrooms, so guests travelling from afar can enjoy a relaxing stay for a discounted rate. You can visit the spa and swimming pool before and after your big day.
Get in touch for more information and to book your personal tour.
Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
Small hotel
Coastal weddings
Unusual weddings
Historic
Large hotel
Outdoor license
Unique weddings
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Overnight accommodation:
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests
Venue staff assistance:
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator
Venue leisure facilities:
Swimming pool
Health suite
Beautician
Fitness centre
Other features:
Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
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Reviews for Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel
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5.0 out of 5 rating
51 reviews
100% recommend it
Gemma O. Sent on 30/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating
A wonderful wedding day!
We booked The Connaught for our wedding on the same day we went to have a look around. The staff were wonderful, so welcoming and friendly and we instantly knew this venue was going to be perfect for our big day!
We went for the standard package and couldn’t fault a thing as it included everything we wanted and needed.
All of our guests were blown away as they didn’t expect a hotel wedding to be as brilliant as it was, everyone enjoyed the food and commented on how well the day flowed.
The staff made us feel so special and worked so hard to ensure our day ran smoothly, they honestly couldn’t do enough for us. Communication from booking our wedding up until the day itself was fantastic. Emails were always replied to and all my silly questions were answered.
We also hired KMS for the decorations. KMS work a lot with The Connaught and we highly recommend them too as they take care of absolutely everything.
We didn’t plan to make use of the outside area as we got married in November so expected to spend the whole day inside but the weather was kind and we spent a lot of time having drinks on the patio and having photos taken in the garden which was a bonus.
The DJ was absolutely brilliant too, he played the music we requested before the big day and asked us if we are happy for our guests to also request songs and the dance floor was never empty!
The evening buffet went down a treat! We opted for Pizza and Halloumi wraps and again everyone comment on good the food was!
If you are looking for a wonderful wedding venue with wonderful staff then you should definitely book The Connaught as you won’t be disappointed!
(I have added a couple of pictures but please note most of them are what our guests took as we haven’t received our professional photos back yet)
We went for the standard package and couldn’t fault a thing as it included everything we wanted and needed.
All of our guests were blown away as they didn’t expect a hotel wedding to be as brilliant as it was, everyone enjoyed the food and commented on how well the day flowed.
The staff made us feel so special and worked so hard to ensure our day ran smoothly, they honestly couldn’t do enough for us. Communication from booking our wedding up until the day itself was fantastic. Emails were always replied to and all my silly questions were answered.
We also hired KMS for the decorations. KMS work a lot with The Connaught and we highly recommend them too as they take care of absolutely everything.
We didn’t plan to make use of the outside area as we got married in November so expected to spend the whole day inside but the weather was kind and we spent a lot of time having drinks on the patio and having photos taken in the garden which was a bonus.
The DJ was absolutely brilliant too, he played the music we requested before the big day and asked us if we are happy for our guests to also request songs and the dance floor was never empty!
The evening buffet went down a treat! We opted for Pizza and Halloumi wraps and again everyone comment on good the food was!
If you are looking for a wonderful wedding venue with wonderful staff then you should definitely book The Connaught as you won’t be disappointed!
(I have added a couple of pictures but please note most of them are what our guests took as we haven’t received our professional photos back yet)
Adriel M. Sent on 28/09/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating
Great Experience and a wonderful time
From Start to finish, the process of getting married at the Connaught was simple and made the marriage process very smooth. We were guided from what we need to have and anything we were uncertain of , they responded within 1 - 2 days.
The Food was fantastic as well as the direction of what was going to happen on the day of the wedding. We also had small issues throughout the day which required the hotel to be flexible towards our need and they delivered. It was great service and overall we were glad to have gotten married at the Connaught Hotel
The Food was fantastic as well as the direction of what was going to happen on the day of the wedding. We also had small issues throughout the day which required the hotel to be flexible towards our need and they delivered. It was great service and overall we were glad to have gotten married at the Connaught Hotel
Emma L. Sent on 08/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The Connaught Dream Team
We started our journey with The Connaught Hotel 2 years before getting married and from start to finish the team have been incredible.
Attending wedding fayre days there and going for trips to have a drink and imagine the day we were planning really helped.
The flexibility, patience, attention to detail if this team is credit to the amount of weddings they hold and help organise.
Maria deserves a special mention from ourselves as she was our main contact throughout and went above and beyond, thank you so much.
We will now enjoy the Connaught as a place to relax snd enjoy.
The investment of where to hold our wedding day, was far bigger than just the day, it's a connection there after too.
Attending wedding fayre days there and going for trips to have a drink and imagine the day we were planning really helped.
The flexibility, patience, attention to detail if this team is credit to the amount of weddings they hold and help organise.
Maria deserves a special mention from ourselves as she was our main contact throughout and went above and beyond, thank you so much.
We will now enjoy the Connaught as a place to relax snd enjoy.
The investment of where to hold our wedding day, was far bigger than just the day, it's a connection there after too.
Karen G. Sent on 05/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Our August wedding
We got married on August 10th at this beautiful Hotel and cannot praise the staff and venue enough.
The whole experience was amazing from starting the preparations a year out till the actual day.
Maria the Front of House manager treated us like special friends from the minute of looking round until the day itself, nothing was ever too much trouble, no query was too big or small and was there for us for ever step of the way.
We had over 80 people for the sit down meal and guests are still talking about how delicious the food was, the attention to detail was excellent.
The staff all worked extremely hard and always with a smile on their faces (we even managed to get some of the Bar staff up for a little boogie at the evening disco 🥰)
We had a lot of guests stay over at the hotel due to travelling long distances and every one of them has said they would go back and stay there again as the rooms were lovely and the Spa was amazing (Spa facilities were all included)
We went for the Bliss package and value for money was outstanding.
Lastly I would really like to mention the porter (I'm really sorry but I can't remember his name 😉). In all our travels i have NEVER met such a friendly, extremely helpful person who goes so much out of their way to make sure that everything is perfect from myself coming down too early on the morning of the wedding (yep I couldn't sleep) and this lovely guy going and getting me umpteen cups of coffees whilst yapping away to me (calming my nerves lol)
So all in all, I couldn't recommend this Beautiful Hotel/venue enough for your very special day 🥰 I'm so glad we did.
The whole experience was amazing from starting the preparations a year out till the actual day.
Maria the Front of House manager treated us like special friends from the minute of looking round until the day itself, nothing was ever too much trouble, no query was too big or small and was there for us for ever step of the way.
We had over 80 people for the sit down meal and guests are still talking about how delicious the food was, the attention to detail was excellent.
The staff all worked extremely hard and always with a smile on their faces (we even managed to get some of the Bar staff up for a little boogie at the evening disco 🥰)
We had a lot of guests stay over at the hotel due to travelling long distances and every one of them has said they would go back and stay there again as the rooms were lovely and the Spa was amazing (Spa facilities were all included)
We went for the Bliss package and value for money was outstanding.
Lastly I would really like to mention the porter (I'm really sorry but I can't remember his name 😉). In all our travels i have NEVER met such a friendly, extremely helpful person who goes so much out of their way to make sure that everything is perfect from myself coming down too early on the morning of the wedding (yep I couldn't sleep) and this lovely guy going and getting me umpteen cups of coffees whilst yapping away to me (calming my nerves lol)
So all in all, I couldn't recommend this Beautiful Hotel/venue enough for your very special day 🥰 I'm so glad we did.
Charlotte B. Sent on 23/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Charlotte & Daniel 25/07/2024
Our wedding really was perfect and nothing was too much trouble for Maria and the team!
From booking our special day to the day itself everything was seamless. No hidden costs and no added extras unless we asked for them!
The venue looked simply stunning on the day and we just want to do it all again!
Thank you to everyone that made our day unforgettable!
From booking our special day to the day itself everything was seamless. No hidden costs and no added extras unless we asked for them!
The venue looked simply stunning on the day and we just want to do it all again!
Thank you to everyone that made our day unforgettable!
Julie S. Sent on 30/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Couldn't have asked for better
After nearly two years of planning we got married at the Connaught in March. We cannot describe how wonderful this place has been. The venue is utterly beautiful, well kept and perfectly located. The staff are absolutely incredible from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble! It shows in everything they do that they truly are passionate about what they do. We cannot recommend this place enough to any couple looking for somewhere to have their special day, there really is nowhere better.
Neeley C. Sent on 29/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Flawless - we wouldn’t change a thing
Maria and the Connaught team made our day an absolute dream. We are so glad that we made the decision to have our wedding at the Connaught. It is a stunning venue, from the ceremony room to the function suite and hotel rooms. The staff are absolute experts in weddings and ensured that our day was perfect through every detail. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for somewhere to get married. I can’t thank the Connaught enough. We will be back ❤️
Tom G. Sent on 08/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Wedding Day
If you want a wedding with a brilliant package, events manager and service that runs with absolute efficiency, dedication and professionalism, look no further than the Connaught.
From the initial visit and tour of the hotel before booking the wedding, through the complimentary meal tasting session and catch up meetings to the big day itself, Maria (our events manager at the Connaught) and her team have been phenomenal, on hand to answer any questions we have and take on much of the logistics, leaving us only to sort out external things such as the registrar, suits and clothes, a photographer and a cake.
The wedding package gave us a beautiful outdoor wedding and drinks reception with music of our choice, prosecco for us as the bride and groom, the BEST three course meal, a master of ceremonies for the speeches, and an outstanding evening buffet. Not to mention the DJ and disco!
Maria was amazing on the day, making sure pre-ceremony that people were where they needed to be and when, that the bride didn't come in before everyone was ready, and that everything ran like clockwork throughout the day.
We upgraded our room to a suite for the night and were treated to heart shaped confetti on the bed around a folded towel display, to show two swans forming a heart, and had an amazing breakfast the next day too.
We honestly couldn't have been happier elsewhere and the Connaught made our special day perfect.
From the initial visit and tour of the hotel before booking the wedding, through the complimentary meal tasting session and catch up meetings to the big day itself, Maria (our events manager at the Connaught) and her team have been phenomenal, on hand to answer any questions we have and take on much of the logistics, leaving us only to sort out external things such as the registrar, suits and clothes, a photographer and a cake.
The wedding package gave us a beautiful outdoor wedding and drinks reception with music of our choice, prosecco for us as the bride and groom, the BEST three course meal, a master of ceremonies for the speeches, and an outstanding evening buffet. Not to mention the DJ and disco!
Maria was amazing on the day, making sure pre-ceremony that people were where they needed to be and when, that the bride didn't come in before everyone was ready, and that everything ran like clockwork throughout the day.
We upgraded our room to a suite for the night and were treated to heart shaped confetti on the bed around a folded towel display, to show two swans forming a heart, and had an amazing breakfast the next day too.
We honestly couldn't have been happier elsewhere and the Connaught made our special day perfect.
Clare F. Sent on 15/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Utterly perfect in every way
We could not be more grateful to Maria and the team for giving us the most incredible wedding day. I am so glad we booked the Connaught and our guests haven't stopped commenting on what a wonderful wedding it was. From the amazing food, the seamless running of the day, the emotional support from Maria in the weeks running up to it - EVERYTHING. I truly felt like a guest at my own wedding. We were so relaxed, so much love and happiness and everyone there made us feel like we were the only wedding they were going to do this year. We were in such safe hands and felt so truly well looked after. If you are considering getting married here, book it, you won't regret it. Thank you Maria and the team, you've given us the best memories and we will cherish them forever.
Diane C. Sent on 03/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Megan and Lauren wedding 30/09/23
Cannot express enough how amazing Maria and the whole team and hotel were for our daughters wedding. Even though we supplied our own decor the staff executed it perfectly and really understood the girls vision. All the staff were amazing. The service was fantastic and the food was just incredible. Everyone commented on how lovely the food was and how beautiful the day was. The girls had an amazing day. Thank you so so much.
Diane and Paul Crocker
Diane and Paul Crocker
Vicky Sent on 18/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Truly amazing - thank you so much ❤️
Truly amazing, not only was our wedding day incredible but every time we have visited the Connaught everyone has been so wonderful , we will never forget how special they made us feel x Maria and her team are the most amazing people x thanks so much x
Jayne M. Sent on 29/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Fantastic, perfect in every way, pure perfection.
We had the most amazing wedding day, there was not one problem at all, it was perfect in every way. The staff were all amazing all of them, , especially Simon, Maria and Roberto. The food was so tasty and everybody’s food was hot, not easy to do for so many guests. A lot of our guests said it was the best wedding they had been to.. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Esther D. Sent on 04/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful Venue!
We had a great time planning our wedding. Maria, the wedding coordinator, made it very easy and helped us with a few extra things we wanted to add to our package. Everything was extrenely well organised on the day and several of our guests complemented us on the venue and the friendliness of their staff.
Mark T. Sent on 29/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Care and attention from start to finish
We got married in March 2022 and I have to say from the moment we decided upon the Connaught Hotel for our wedding venue we were confident we were in safe hands.
Maria, was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble and her response to any query we had was swift and helpful.
The day itself was amazing. We booked the Brasserie as we felt it was such a warm and light room, nice decor/pictures and 'feel'.
The food was incredible and our guests loved it.
All the staff were incredibly kind and attentive.
Quite simply, it was a perfect venue for our Wedding. Add to that it was amazing value.
If you want to get married and have your Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception all in one place, close to the sea, do take a look at The Connaught.
Maria, was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble and her response to any query we had was swift and helpful.
The day itself was amazing. We booked the Brasserie as we felt it was such a warm and light room, nice decor/pictures and 'feel'.
The food was incredible and our guests loved it.
All the staff were incredibly kind and attentive.
Quite simply, it was a perfect venue for our Wedding. Add to that it was amazing value.
If you want to get married and have your Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception all in one place, close to the sea, do take a look at The Connaught.
Rachel R. Sent on 29/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect day from start to finish ❤️
We cannot recommend The Connaught Hotel enough! They were amazing from beginning to the end, there’s not a single thing we would change 🥰 Maria and all the staff were so helpful nothing was too much. If you’re reading this book a viewing you will not be disappointed I promise 😊
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Vicky & Alan
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Chantal & Ryan
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Rachel & Mark
21 photos · 20/08/2022
Map
30 West Hill Road BH2 5PH Bournemouth (Dorset)
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