Poole Old Town

Poole

A vintage kitchen with checkered flooring, a table with a yellow teapot, and old-fashioned appliances.
The entrance to the Poole Museum with a glass door and a sign indicating free entry.
A wooden sign with the name 'FRIER' in ornate letters, wooden beams, and a staircase.
A wooden wheel with metal fittings, mounted on a white wall next to a stone block with inscriptions.
A wooden interior with glass display cases and informational plaques.
If you're curious about how life was many years ago, Poole Old Town will give you a good idea. You'll be wandering through remnants of the past at this popular destination.

This Poole historic district is an ideal spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to do and see nearby, such as Poole Harbour, Bournemouth Beach, and Corfe Castle. Wander around at your leisure at Poole Old Town before making tracks to these other fine sights.


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Poole Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

4 out of 5
Thames Street Poole England
$117 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$140 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
High Street Poole England
$95 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$114 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Poole ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (391 reviews)
"The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. They went above and beyond when were stranded due to the storm and needed to extend our stay. The hotel was clean and facilities were perfect for our stay- thank you!"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Village Hotel Bournemouth

Village Hotel Bournemouth

4 out of 5
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road Bournemouth England
$68 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$81 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Very welcoming and efficient staff at reception, self check in also available. We stayed in a family double room with 2 large, comfortable beds. Tea and coffee available, but no biscuits though, and 2 glasses in the room but no water which was a little strange. Good size desk for working on, if travelling ..."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

Village Hotel Bournemouth
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South Bournemouth England
$46 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$55 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
Laguna Hotel
Royal Bath Hotel

Royal Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
Bath Road Bournemouth England
$58 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$69 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff excellent and helpful we only ate breakfast which was very good and self serving. The rooms clean and comfortable as was the lounge/bar live music most of the time. Third visit and will return in the future."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

Royal Bath Hotel
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road Bournemouth England
$93 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$112 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (689 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, hence way I will always return. Perfect location right next to the beach, not to far from the town centre just a 10 minute walk and there is a few restaurants close by"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Poole Old Town

Find the best Poole Old Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Parkstone

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.

Sandbanks

If you're spending some time in Sandbanks, Sandbanks Beach and Sandbanks Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Lilliput

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 Sandbanks Beach.

Oakdale

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.



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