Among Bournemouth's best-known eco hotels stands The Green House, a beautifully restored Grade II listed Victorian villa on the East Cliff where sustainability threads through everything from the locally sourced kitchen to the low-impact fit-out, all without giving up an inch of comfort. It's a warm, understatedly stylish place to stay, within easy reach of both the clifftop and the town centre on foot. The overall effect is of a hotel that feels considered rather than worthy, where green thinking is built into the fabric of the place rather than added on afterwards.
The rooms
Each room is individually styled to feel calm and uncluttered, favouring natural materials and thoughtful green touches over anything showy. There's a range of options suited to couples and families alike, and several rooms take full advantage of the villa's generous period proportions and natural light. Doubles start from around £140 a night; it's worth asking about sea-view and pet-friendly rooms at the time of booking, as both are in short supply. Expect a restful, comfortable stay that encourages you to slow down, whether you've come for a weekend by the coast or something longer.
The restaurant & bar
Dining forms a genuine part of the hotel's appeal. The kitchen relies heavily on Dorset producers and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and the bar carries that same low-impact, home-grown ethos through into its drinks list. It suits an unhurried dinner or a nightcap after a day by the sea, and it's a real convenience if you'd rather stay put once you've settled in for the evening. Plenty of independent restaurants and cafés lie within walking distance of the town, so heading out is just as easy, but the on-site kitchen offers a characterful option without the need to leave.
The location
The hotel occupies Grove Road on the East Cliff, a short and mostly level walk from the clifftop gardens and from the zig-zag paths and lift down to the sand, roughly ten minutes on foot to the beach. The town centre, with its shops, restaurants and the Lower Gardens, is also close at hand, so leaving the car behind and exploring on foot is easy. If you'd prefer an art-deco alternative nearby, see The Cumberland Hotel, or for self-catering try Tower House Apartments. More places to stay can be found in our accommodation guide.
Good to know
Booking direct tends to secure the best rates, and it's worth asking about sea-view and pet-friendly rooms when you reserve, since both are limited. On-site parking is available, a genuine advantage up on the cliff, along with electric-vehicle charging and reliable Wi-Fi. Dogs are welcome in selected rooms, and families are well provided for, making this a flexible, low-impact base for a longer stay on the coast.
