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The Kings Arms, Christchurch

4.4(860)
Hotel

About

The Kings Arms Hotel is a four-star riverside retreat in Christchurch, housed in a Georgian-style building dating back to 1801. Its central location beside the River Avon and opposite Christchurch Castle Ruins offers easy access to the town’s historic charm and the New Forest National Park.

The hotel features spacious, comfortable rooms with premium linens and Tempur mattresses, ideal for restful stays. On-site dining includes a contemporary restaurant and bar serving fresh, high-quality dishes, making it a convenient and stylish choice for business gatherings and overnight stays alike.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with historic charm
  • Client dinners by the riverside
  • Multi-night corporate stays near transport

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Georgian-style building dating from 1801
Historic Architecture
Georgian-style building dating from 1801
The Kings Arms is housed in a stylish, historic Georgian building that has been an iconic part of Christchurch since 1801, offering a distinctive setting that blends heritage with contemporary hospitality.
Riverside setting opposite Christchurch Castle Ruins
Location
Riverside setting opposite Christchurch Castle Ruins
Situated beside the scenic River Avon and directly opposite the Christchurch Castle Ruins and the old town Bowling Green, the hotel provides a picturesque and central base for business events with easy access to local landmarks and the high street.
Contemporary dining with standout dishes
Food & Beverage
Contemporary dining with standout dishes
The on-site restaurant offers contemporary dining featuring dishes like British Burrata with Isle of Wight tomatoes and Sicilian pesto, Spider Crab & Saffron Croqueta, and King Prawn & Crab Pappardelle, providing a refined culinary experience for

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 860 reviews