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Which genders are allowed to stay at the property?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

You can check with our accommodation experts regarding the availability of gender-specific rooms.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:34:22","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:34:22"},{"id":26771,"question":"

Are all bills included at iQ Student Accommodation\u2019s Dorchester House?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, bills include super-fast WiFi, electricity, water, and access to social spaces.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:34:42","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:34:42"},{"id":26772,"question":"

Is Wi-Fi available at iQ Student Accommodation\u2019s Dorchester House?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, high-speed Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:02","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:02"},{"id":26773,"question":"

Is laundry available at this Bournemouth student accommodation?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, an on-site laundry room is available.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:20","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:20"},{"id":26774,"question":"

Is this property secure?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, the property is secured by CCTV for your peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:40","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:40"},{"id":26775,"question":"

Is there a place to study?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, the property has dedicated study rooms.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:58","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:35:58"},{"id":26776,"question":"

Is there a bus station near the property?<\/span><\/span><\/p>","question_tw":null,"question_zh":null,"question_th":null,"question_ar":null,"question_ru":null,"answer":"

Yes, the nearest bus station is Bournemouth Station (Stop 7), a two-minute walk.<\/span><\/p>","answer_tw":null,"answer_zh":null,"answer_th":null,"answer_ar":null,"answer_ru":null,"build_id":"522108","deleted_at":null,"created_by":"309608","updated_by":null,"deleted_by":null,"created_at":"2026-11-04 14:36:16","updated_at":"2026-11-04 14:36:16"}],"meta_keywords":null,"wikidata_id":null,"wikipedia_url":null,"jan_intake":"0","september_intake":"0","is_premium":"0","name":"Dorchester House","name_ar":null,"name_th":null,"name_zh":null,"provider_type":"1","provider_type_name":"PBSA","provider_name":"IQ Student Accommodation","provider_id":35,"slug":"dorchester-house","phone":"0120 294 1020","address":"138B Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth , BH8 8AS","meta_desc":"","country_id":"1","country_name":"United Kingdom","country_slug":"uk","country_long":"-3.435972999999990","country_lat":"55.378051000000000","city_id":"49","city_name":"Bournemouth","city_slug":"bournemouth","city_wikidata_id":"Q170478","city_wikipedia_url":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bournemouth","city_lat":"50.719164000000000","city_long":"-1.880768999999987","area_id":"0","status_id":"5","status_redirect_flow":"normal_redirect","portal_id":null,"building_flow":"normal_flow","premium_booking_fees":null,"post_code":"BH8 8AS","long":"-1.861537500000000","lat":"50.726271800000000","pay_now":"0","featured_text":"

Dorchester House is an excellent choice if you\u2019re looking for accommodation near <\/span>Bournemouth University International College<\/span><\/a>. The property is a seven-minute walk from the university.<\/span>
Bournemouth Station (Stop 7) is the nearest bus stop to the property, a two-minute walk.<\/span><\/p>","place_id":"ChIJJ1135d-hc0gRlmQth3MuDmE","rating":"4.6","user_ratings_total":"267","last_google_review_date":"2026-11-04","reviews":[{"id":21252,"build_id":"522108","author_name":"Ayla","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/107055888767983709915\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjXcRo1vvuDAIpQT4AdXHf1_pTrKvhMEd41gt7TA12D0y4EcPWhWhA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"2 months ago","text":"Really nice staff here, had lots of good chats! Maintenance always fixed any problems same day. Would recommend to any students, especially the studios for final years.","time":"1788366253","created_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","updated_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null},{"id":21248,"build_id":"522108","author_name":"mats hellman","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/109361629309543534322\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjWIjyKnpKB1tOXgdp4e8WwU3k25fp_bMN0svC4seqAtgmm_UzFHBQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"2 months ago","text":"I am very pleased with my room at Dorchester House.\nThe location is very good. Close to the train and bus station.\nVery close to the grocery store ASDA and Iceland.\nGreat to have the opportunity to use the microwave.\nThe room very good with a good bathroom\nFriendly and kind staff in the reception.\nGood information through booking.com\nHighly recommend this place","time":"1787764662","created_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","updated_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null},{"id":21250,"build_id":"522108","author_name":"Sam Bland","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/117980469430312330450\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjVUvjMKk4hDw12OL6lFo6ZIIBP2N206chDwA9wPBDtCVjBauhNZ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"2 months ago","text":"Great accommodation and great, friendly staff. I lived in both a shared flat and a studio throughout my course and loved both experiences. Highly recommend for new students!","time":"1787160693","created_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","updated_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null},{"id":21249,"build_id":"522108","author_name":"bogo russell","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/107092876589307126818\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjVH1Il5h5O3vsbiCQPLAa1UxVBwAnvdjIHV0CajG9Yk9LtWFyk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"3 months ago","text":"I really enjoyed my stay here. My flat had nice people and I made some friends there. The receptionist was really helpful. The rooms have shower and toilet in them which were cleaned often, fresh bedding and desk with chair. Helpful for students needing work space.","time":"1784292415","created_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","updated_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null},{"id":21251,"build_id":"522108","author_name":"MJ Laufeyson","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116930233375326931284\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocJasr0XMrutJn4xsrFaWG2-sroWKPvmhZ0oCvoagCC7t1vI5Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"9 months ago","text":"The staff are great and so friendly! Love the room and the facilities - gaming, vending machine, study\/cinema pod. it\u2019s so convenient too with the uni bus stop and the supermarkets just across the road.","time":"1768228569","created_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","updated_at":"2026-11-04 09:01:28","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null}],"apartments":[],"distance":"16 mins by public transport to Central Bournemouth","no_place":"0","no_visa":"0","covid_offer":"0","deposit_type":"Deposit","admin_fees":false,"hide_from_website":"0","university_only":"0","desc":"

About Dorchester House<\/span><\/h3>

Dorchester House is a <\/span>student accommodation in Bournemouth<\/span><\/a> that offers en-suite and studio rooms. Each en-suite room features a small double bed with under-bed storage, a study area, and a wardrobe. It also features a private en-suite bathroom and an equipped shared kitchen. Each studio features a double bed with under-bed storage, a study area, and a wardrobe. It also features a private en-suite bathroom and an equipped private kitchen.<\/span><\/p>

Features<\/span><\/h3>

Dorchester House, the Bournemouth student accommodation, offers a wide range of amenities to use alongside your en-suite or studio room\u2019s facilities. Amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi for seamless browsing and streaming throughout your stay, an on-site laundry room to keep your clothes clean and tidy, and various common areas to meet and interact with peers.<\/span><\/p>


The property also features dedicated study rooms for active and focused study sessions alone or with friends, 24\/7 security for your safety and peace of mind, and an on-site gym to help you stay fit and active. <\/span>Bills include super-fast WiFi, electricity, water, and access to social spaces.<\/span><\/p>


Bournemouth is a coastal town known for its seven miles of sandy beaches, extensive parks, and mild climate. It offers a calm lifestyle alongside a supportive environment for international students. The town has a compact layout, making it easy to get around on foot or by public transport to explore local cafes, coastal paths, and community spaces.<\/span><\/p>


Higher education is centred around Bournemouth University, which sits in the #801-850 band in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The institution is recognised for blending academic learning with practical work placements across its degree tracks. Its top programmes include 3D computer animation, media production, cyber security, and tourism management.<\/span><\/p>

Places to Visit<\/span><\/h3>

You can check out a wide variety of spots during your stay, such as:<\/span><\/p>