Christmas 2026 · Bournemouth
Come to The Chocolate Box for Christmas
Family Christmas breaks by the sea and the town — a cosy boutique hotel, a festive welcome and Bournemouth's beach on your doorstep.
A seaside family Christmas in Bournemouth
Swap the stress of hosting for a Christmas where everything's taken care of. The Chocolate Box Hotel is a family-run boutique hotel on Bournemouth's West Cliff with a 9.6 guest rating — a short walk to the beach, the pier, the Lower Gardens and the town centre's Christmas lights and markets.
Family rooms
Superior Family Ensuite rooms and our self-contained Seaside Town House for bigger families.
By the sea
Around 5 minutes' walk to the beach — perfect for a bracing Christmas morning stroll.
In the town
Close to Bournemouth town centre, the Christmas lights, shops and festive events.
Breakfast at Gio's Café
Full English breakfast daily 8:00am–11:00am, pastries and barista coffee downstairs.
Free parking
Free on-site parking for guests (limited spaces) — bring all the presents.
Stay on for New Year
Make it a festive fortnight with our New Year celebration break and seafront fireworks.
Our festive packages
Christmas dates are limited
Book direct for the best price, free parking and a real person on the phone — or email office@thechocolateboxhotel.com.
Christmas in Bournemouth — your questions
Do you offer family Christmas breaks in Bournemouth?⌄
Yes. Our Family Christmas 2026 break is designed for families who want a festive seaside Christmas in Bournemouth, with family rooms, breakfast at Gio's Café and the beach and town centre on the doorstep.
How close is the hotel to the beach and Bournemouth town centre?⌄
We're on Westcliff Road — around a 5-minute walk to the beach and a short stroll into the town centre, the Lower Gardens and the Christmas lights.
Do you have family rooms for Christmas?⌄
Yes — we have a Superior Family Ensuite room, and our self-contained Seaside Town House is ideal for larger families or groups spending Christmas together.
Is there parking over Christmas?⌄
Yes, we have free on-site parking for guests (limited spaces), so you can unload the presents and leave the car with us.
Can we stay for New Year too?⌄
Absolutely. Many families stay on for our New Year 2026 celebration break and see the fireworks over Bournemouth seafront.
How do I book a Christmas break at The Chocolate Box Hotel?⌄
Book direct on our website or call us on 01202 299645 for the best price. Christmas dates are limited, so we recommend booking early.