Situated on the Sandbanks Peninsula of Poole Harbour, this elegant hotel features a restaurant and panoramic views of Poole Bay. There is also free WiFi.
Leslie
United Kingdom
An absolutely amazing location and hotel, staff were very helpful and Friendly.
A 3-minute drive from Poole Train Station, Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns provides stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi with on the Dorset coast. The pub and restaurant serves a wide range of meals....
With direct access to a Blue Flag beach, this modern hotel provides spectacular views over the famous Sandbanks. It offers free Wi-Fi and has an award-winning restaurant and water sports.
Dating back to 1895, Grovefield Manor offers bed and breakfast accommodation on England’s picturesque south coast. Canford Cliffs and the sandy beaches are only a few minutes’ walk away.
Deborah
Australia
Breakfast was more than adequate for continental. Good proximity to the beach and amenities.
Situated in Poole, 12 km from Poole Harbour, Rose and Crown features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Tracey
United Kingdom
Room was very clean and comfortable.
A delicious breakfast was cooked fresh to order, with a good selection to choose from. We also enjoyed an evening meal too. Hosts have a good knowledge of the area, recommending places to visit.
With scenic views across Poole Harbour, this hotel offers boutique rooms, Asian Ocean Palace and The Amalfi View Restaurants and stylish cocktail bar. Poole Ferry Terminal is 15 minutes away by car.
Mike
United Kingdom
Lovely views and comfortable rooms. Staff very polite and attentive.
Situated on Poole Harbour quay, The Antelope is just a 10-minute drive from Sandbanks beach. With a 500 year history the hotel’s comfortable rooms also offer free Wi-Fi access.
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FAQ about luxury hotels in Poole
On average, 3-star hotels in Poole cost US$119 per night, and 4-star hotels in Poole are US$210 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Poole can on average be found for US$223 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Poole this weekend is US$196 or, for a 4-star hotel, US$222. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Poole for this weekend cost on average around US$199 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Domestic travellers can reach Poole by train from London Waterloo in approximately 2 hours. International visitors can fly into London Heathrow and take a coach, which takes around 2.5 hours. Alternatively, ferry services operate from Cherbourg, France to Poole.
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers to Poole, UK, is Bournemouth Airport, due to its proximity, approximately 16 kilometres away, and its wide range of flight options.
What guests said about Poole:
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Staying on Poole Quay was great.
Staying on Poole Quay was great. A lovely stroll along the waterfront with views to Brownsea Island. You can take a boat trip around the Harbour, alighting at Brownsea as one of the destinations. Poole Quay has cafes, bars, good restaurants, very good fish and chips from a quayside hut. It's a short stroll to Poole Old Town with its shops and further along to main Poole Shopping Centre. Very good local transport links to Bournemouth and suburbs. Infact easy to get anywhere like Swanage, Weymouth, Salisbury etc.
Nicky
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
A historic, well maintained town with many of the facilities...
A historic, well maintained town with many of the facilities you would expect to find in a modern day town.
The harbour was an attractive place to visit with many businesses there to serve visitors whilst Poole Park was well worth the visit.
Allen
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
It’s a lovely location.
It’s a lovely location. Lots of really nice places to eat out and plenty of good shops. We didn’t venture too far away, but I would definitely recommend a trip to Brownsea Island. We also visited Sandbanks, Wareham and Corfe Castle, all very close by.
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We looked around the harbour and went on a boat trip of the...
We looked around the harbour and went on a boat trip of the harm=bour and sandbanks which was very interesting. We were due to go the the speedway but this was cancelled due to the weather which was disappointing but the speedway was really easy to find and there looked like there would be ample parking. We also spent time in Bournemouth.
We ate at the Quay café where we had breakfast it was fab
Vicki
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
Lovely resort, lots to see and do.
Lovely resort, lots to see and do. Harbour boat trip was well worth it as was to Jurassic Coast cruise. Lots of varied mealtime opportunities as well as the usual fish and chips. Plenty of traditional pubs on offer. I highly recommend a visit to the RNLI college and All Weather Lifeboat Centre where all the lifeboats are made, you can even stay there.
Colin
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
Excellent location for either staying within the area or...
Excellent location for either staying within the area or travelling to interesting places within Dorset. Great local facilities within a short walk for dining,recreation and shopping. Would recommend El Rancho and Da Vinci for food and perhaps the Poole Arms for a quiet, friendly drink. The Jurassic Coast boat trip is one not to be missed with its visit round Old Harry Rocks to Swanage. Buses provide a great service but there are plenty of parking areas available. A day trip to Kingston Lacey (National Trust) was exceptional.
The hotel is in an excellent location and our first floor room had a great view of Poole Harbour. The facilities within the bedroom and en suite bathroom were fine; it was well laid out and provided all we required. The bed linen and towels were clean and good quality. Since I have some mobility issues I appreciated the lift to all floors. Car parking at the rear of the hotel is a public one, but payment could be made at reception at a cost of £7 per night.
The first thing you see when entering the room is the wonderful view across Poole Harbour. The room was comfortable and well spaced, with work station, sofa, plenty wardrobes, and double bed. Bathroom facilities were modern and clean. I have stayed in 4* hotels less well presented and not as pleasant staff.
There was a restaurant where a great breakfast was served and bar on the next level with snack food availability. Again the views were magnificent.
Unfortunately, can only review the room because we had to cut short our stay due to illness and were unable to use any hotel facilities or restaurant, etc. otherwise. We were impressed with our sea view room (#214). It was clean, lovely modern furnishings and decoration, excellent in-room facilities and the balcony view was incredible. Good parking available when staying.
Perfect for an overnight before the ferry to Jerse, wonderful room with great view over Poole Bay, fascinating to see the RNLI college. Restaurant for dinner was great with live music in the bar. Simple breakfasts. They don't allow dogs though, which is a shame as the Thistle may be shutting this hotel would be perfect, 5 mins from the ferry terminal.
The hotel is beautiful and in a lovely old part of Poole. We had an issue with our room which was sorted immediately by Sam on reception who also really kindly upgraded our room. The upgraded room was absolutely gorgeous and really made the stay. The shower was incredible! She even took our luggage there for us which is no mean feat with no lifts!
It is a comfortable room with friendly hosts. The location is close to Poole Park so a nice place to walk is right there. There are several places to get food close at hand. It’s also not a far walk from the shopping center and high street. It was perfect for my purposes! And I loved having a tiny towel warmer in my bathroom!
Chezza is lovely. So helpful. Room had everything I needed. I didn't expect a hotel experience at the price so was very happy with the place. Lovely quiet area and central to both Poole and Bournemouth. It is not bed and breakfest, so dont expect one. The price reflects this, and I was happy with that. I would use it again
I've stayed in many Holiday Inn Express hotels in the US and this one in Poole was exceptional. Friendly staff. The breakfast was so organized and the staff kept everything immaculate. High praise for this establishment. I'll remember to book a room again if I travel this way.
The location is stunning, we booked sea view, with balcony which is the best rooms to have at this location. Room & bed both large & comfortable. Easy access to Swanage, Bournemouth & Poole. The food at the hotel is excellent if a little limited
Property kept very clean - lovely room - great breakfast with plenty of choice. Debs and Doug made us very welcome. Pleasant walk into Poole quay or bus stop outside house. Lovely meal at Yachtsman five minutes walk away.
Great hotel, in a superb location overlooking the harbour, close to pubs, restaurants and town centre. Convenient on site parking (chargeable) a bonus. Breakfast was good, help yourself buffet type, all tastes catered for.
Great location next to the beach on one side and views over Poole harbour on the other. Plenty of space in the guest areas on the grounf floor that are not found in more modern hotels. Very friendly and helpfull staff.
Great location for accessing Poole Quay with its bars and restaurants and the surrounding areas using public transport. Nice that the hotel reserved me a room in front of the TV so that I could watch the football!
Great hotel conveniently located close to Sandbanks area. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent. Will definitely return for another stay when getting the fast ferry from Guernsey to Poole.
Great little hotel, in one of the best locations in Poole - Ashley Cross is a hive of activity with lots of great bars and restaurants. Well worth a visit if you haven't been.
The location simply can't be beat, the staff is remarkable, and the breakfast amazing. What a fabulous place to stay for a few days as we enjoyed Poole.
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