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Our top choices for Sandbanks hotels

A balcony with two wooden chairs and a potted plant, overlooking a calm sea with a boat and a bridge in the distance.

1. Haven Hotel

Haven Hotel
4.0 star property
Sandbanks
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and the food was great. The Hotel is a bit tired and decor is dated"
Australia
William Francis
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Haven Hotel
A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a building with a balcony overlooking the beach.

2. Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
Sandbanks
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (949 reviews)
"Accommodation, food, service, location, excellent."
United Kingdom
Alun
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sandbanks Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

3. Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (549 reviews)
"The hotel was quite dated but rooms were clean and staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good."
United Kingdom
Tina
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Harbour Heights Hotel
Exterior

4. Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
3.0 star property
4 km from Sandbanks
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The location, cleanliness and friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Alicia
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.

5. Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
3.5 km from Sandbanks
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (235 reviews)
"Lovely Inn , clean , well maintained and friendly and helpful staff . Really pleasant stay in a great location"
United Kingdom
Dave
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Inn In The Park
An indoor swimming pool with a shallow end, a hot tub, and a tiled floor.

6. Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
3.0 star property
4 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (935 reviews)
"Really lovely stay with very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Charlotte
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
Room

7. The Canford

The Canford
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Sandbanks
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Good parking at the hotel and outside , very nice area with good walking potential. Great vibrant pub / dining area."
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Canford
A traditional building with a sign reading "SHAH OF PERSIA" and a paved front area.

8. Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
Oakdale, 4.6 km from Sandbanks
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (288 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful Nice and comfortable room. Excellent breakfast, I had a discount to be a guest. I had a lovely time there"
United Kingdom
Lourdes
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the river.

9. The Bridge House, BW Signature Collection

The Bridge House, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
10.1 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Fabulous place, Beautiful place, great rooms, very clean and well kept. A pleasure to stay there"
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Bridge House, BW Signature Collection
A beach with large rocks in the foreground, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

10. Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for the weekend"
United Kingdom
Rosemary
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Grovefield Manor
A room with two blue armchairs, a small round table with a potted plant, and a view through stained glass windows.

11. The Pavilion Arms

The Pavilion Arms
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (600 reviews)
"Well worth a visit, lovely pub accommodation, nice seating out area, great selection of drinks and food 👍"
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Pavilion Arms
A room with a wicker chair, a potted plant, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

12. The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"As always, Knoll House Hotel was amazing. It made be a little tired around the edges in some places but was spotlessly clean with welcoming staff and great atmosphere. Unbeatable location, great breakfasts and comfy beds."
United Kingdom
Tracey
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Knoll House
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ship's wheel, and a stone wall in the background.

13. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4.0 star property
Poole Old Town, 4.4 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (805 reviews)
"Really well situated for the Poole Harbour area. The quay is about a one minute walk and there are many bars and restaurants with a 5 minute walk. The hotel itself is in a charming old property and has a lovely outdoor terrace area for eats and drinks"
United States
Neil
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
A sunlit deck with glass walls, a pool, and seating areas.

14. Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
5 km from Sandbanks
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Deluxe room.was nice for the price"
United Kingdom
Benjamin
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
An indoor swimming pool with clear lane dividers, lounge chairs, and a 'SWIM' sign on the wall.

15. The Lodge at Meyrick Park

The Lodge at Meyrick Park
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and very helpful, room was clean and the facilities in the room were good, breakfast options were good and the food was tasty. The gym and pool facilities were great with a wide variety of options for fitness. Overall would reccomend a stay here for sure."
United Kingdom
Alex
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Meyrick Park
A historic stone building with a large garden and a church in the background.

16. Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Sandbanks
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (455 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, it is a bit tired but it didn’t bother us. The room was great with two kids. Ideally located"
United Kingdom
Luke
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Purbeck House Hotel
A modern bar area with white chairs and a wooden bar counter.

17. Sea Stone Hotel

Sea Stone Hotel
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (745 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing"
Canada
Tina
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Sea Stone Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted chandeliers, a dark headboard, and a framed artwork above the bed.

18. Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
Poole Old Town, 4.3 km from Sandbanks
8.2 out of 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!"
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
A wicker lounge chair on a wooden deck overlooking the sea, with a railing and a potted plant nearby.

19. The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (421 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great value, breakfast included which was great, staff were lovely"
United Kingdom
Katrina
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Pines Hotel
A modern indoor swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by stone walls and blue lighting.

20. The Durley Dean Hotel

The Durley Dean Hotel
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Sandbanks
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The whole experience was perfect the food ,staff and hotel was excellent 👌"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Durley Dean Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Sandbanks

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A balcony with two wooden chairs and a potted plant, overlooking a calm sea with a boat and a bridge in the distance.
Haven Hotel
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,002 reviews
View
A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a building with a balcony overlooking the beach.
Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
949 reviews
View
Room
The Canford
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
140 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.
Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
549 reviews
View
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.
Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
235 reviews
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Where to stay in Sandbanks

Find the best Sandbanks areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a town in the background.

Parkstone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas? A visit to Parkstone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Splashdown Waterpark and Tower Park.

A sunset over a body of water with vibrant red and purple clouds.
Photo by Minty Suetrong
Open Photo by Minty Suetrong

Lilliput

When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A fenced park with grass, trees, and a building in the background.
Photo by Lewis Clarke
Open Photo by Lewis Clarke

Oakdale

While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

A vintage kitchen with checkered flooring, a table with a yellow teapot, and old-fashioned appliances.

Poole Old Town

Visitors to Poole Old Town rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Scaplen’s Court Museum or Poole Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Top Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Bournemouth

Village Hotel Bournemouth

10/10 Excellent
"Very brief stay due to early flight from Bournemouth airport but everything was as expected."
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Village Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

What is Sandbanks like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Sandbanks's Sandbanks neighbourhood. Are you looking for Sandbanks travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sandbanks Beach and Sandbanks Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Sandbanks?
Based on our traveller data, Sandbanks Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Sandbanks. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Haven Hotel.
How many hotels will I find in Sandbanks?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options in Sandbanks to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Sandbanks area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sandbanks, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Sandbanks.
What is there to do around this Sandbanks neighbourhood?
Dip your toes in the water at Sandbanks Beach or Canford Cliffs Beach while you're in Sandbanks. A visit to Sandbanks Ferry Terminal is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Shell Bay Beach, Compton Acres and Studland Beach and Nature Reserve are just a few of the places to visit in and around Sandbanks. When you're sightseeing in Sandbanks, Branksome Chine Beach and Branksome Dene Beach are also worth a stop.