Learn the story of Poole and its harbor from interesting items, such as the Iron Age boat kept in this restored Victorian depository.
Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Explore the campus of RNLI College during your stay in Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
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Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Nice, older style hotel in great location near quayside. In pedestrian street so have to park elsewhere nearby and early morning noisy bin collections!! Didn't find a lift up to second floor! Really comfy beds
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Hotel facilities and rooms are very dated, and worn, but comfortable. Pool was warm and well appreciated.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
The beds were just pulled together- sheets weren’t changed and had to sleep in same sheets for three days - the room was a bit dowdy some fittings were in need of fixing and the toilet was even cleaned
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Staff excellent very clean pool very good disappointed there was no disabled access to the spa
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
It was like faulty towers and everyone else said so too so wasn’t just me. Whatever cd go wrong did all the time. I’m exhausted and need a holiday to get over such a nightmare. My mother left a day early. I wd hv done too but was visiting my son.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Oakdale might not have many top sights, but Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
While Lilliput might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Compton Acres and Branksome Chine Beach.
Visitors to Parkstone rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Splashdown Waterpark or Tower Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.
