Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa

Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa frequently asked questions

Who owns Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa is owned by the Harbour Hotels Group, a privately held company that also owns other hotels in southern England. The Harbour Hotels Group was founded by the Nicolas James Group, which acquired the hotel in recent years and carried out a significant refurbishment and expansion.

How do you get to Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

Located on the water's edge of the estuary at Mudeford, Dorset, to get to Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa from London, take the M3 South. Take junction 14 onto M27 heading towards Southampton. Follow signs for Bournemouth. Leave M27 at Junction 1 signed to Lyndhurst, Bournemouth, Christchurch. Enter the village of Lyndhurst and take A35 towards Christchurch. On the outskirts of Christchurch with Sainsbury’s on your right, take the first left off the roundabout to Mudeford. At the next roundabout take the third exit off to Mudeford; follow the road round. Go past the parade of shops on the right and the hotel is on the bend on the left-hand side.

The train station in Christchurch is about two miles from the hotel. Taxis are readily available. It is five minutes from A35, 10 minutes to Christchurch centre, 20 minutes to Bournemouth International Airport, 30 minutes from M27 and less than two hours to the M25. There is limited parking on-site, available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you arrive and there are no spaces available, please speak to the concierge.

What is included in a spa day at Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

What is included in a spa day at Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa depends on the experience that you book. Facilities include a gym, swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, salt room and Harbour Hideaway relaxation room. There are five treatment rooms where therapists use ESPA and their own HarSPA products in a range of face and body treatments.

What is near Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

Located on the water's edge of the estuary at Mudeford, Dorset, Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa offers you a great location for exploring the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include:

• Hengistbury Head Beach
• Mudeford Sandbank
• Highcliffe Castle Beach
• Friar’s Cliff Beach
• Gundimore
• Highcliffe Castle
• Christchurch Quay and the Quomps
• Bournemouth Boating
• Adventure Wonderland
• Christchurch Priory
• Christchurch Castle and the Norman House

When was Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa built?

The building that is now the Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa was originally built in 1810, though it was once a private residence. It was converted into a hotel in the mid-1930s.

What amenities does Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa have?

Christchurch Harbour Hotel is a contemporary, four-star hotel with 64 rooms and suites offering luxury amenities including White Company toiletries. The Jetty is a multi award-winning restaurant that sits right on the water. There is also the Upper Deck Bar and Restaurant, which is where day spa guests have lunch or afternoon tea.

Facilities include a gym, swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, salt room and Harbour Hideaway relaxation room. There are five treatment rooms where therapists use ESPA and their own HarSPA products in a range of face and body treatments.

Accessible facilities include:

• Accessible bedrooms with wet rooms available and step-free access
• The spa relaxation/ treatment waiting area is accessible using the lift, a member of staff will need to accompany you.
• The swimming pool, sauna, steam room, salt room, gym are only accessible if you can manage five steps (hand rail either side). Access into the swimming pool involves gradual steps down, with a hand rail.
• Once in the spa area a wheelchair can be brought through if required.
• Access to the Harbour Hide Away and outdoor spa sun terrace is not possible if you cannot manage stairs.
• Treatment rooms are accessible via the lift. A member of staff will accompany you. A wheelchair will fit in the treatment corridor and treatment rooms.
• There is no hoist for the pool.

What are the food and drink options at Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

The Jetty is a multi award-winning restaurant that sits right on the water. There is also the Upper Deck Bar and Restaurant, which is where day spa guests have lunch or afternoon tea.

How many treatment rooms are there at Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa?

There are five treatment rooms where therapists use ESPA and their own HarSPA products in a range of face and body treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa is at 3pm and check-out is 11am. Spa opening hours are Monday to Thursday from 7.00am to 9.00pm, and Friday to Sunday from 7.00am to 8.00pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.