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Poole Hotel Guide. Hotels in Sandbanks, Poole, United Kingdom

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Our top choices for Sandbanks hotels

A long dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the sea.

1. Haven Hotel

Haven Hotel
4.0 star property
Sandbanks
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The location is great"
United Kingdom
Mary
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Haven Hotel
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

2. 5 Red Sails

5 Red Sails
3.0 star property
Sandbanks
The price is €1,359
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
5 Red Sails
A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a building with a balcony overlooking the beach.

3. Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
Sandbanks
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (928 reviews)
"Good size hotel and restaurant and rooms"
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sandbanks Hotel

4. The Canford

The Canford
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Sandbanks
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 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 €127
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Canford
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

5. Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (535 reviews)
"Great hotel great location great views and lovely staff we would definitely stay here again"
United Kingdom
Claudia
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Harbour Heights Hotel
A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and tables, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

6. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"The rooms were nice, clean, and comfortable, and the breakfast had a good variety with a generous spread. There is ample parking available, although parking is a paid feature. The location is also convenient, with several famous beach destinations just around a 10-minute drive away."
United Kingdom
Sandeep
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.

7. Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
3.5 km from Sandbanks
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (225 reviews)
"Have stayed at here a few times. Good location and if you want to use public transport, there's a bus stop right outside. You don't need to venture very far for a good meal (downstairs!) and breakfast served is made to order. This is our go to place to stay for convenience for access to beach, buses to Swanage and nice walks!"
United Kingdom
Susan M
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Inn In The Park
An outdoor dining area with a table set for a meal, including bread, pastries, and drinks.

8. 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, (793 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 €146
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
A coastal landscape with a grassy path leading to a beach, a rocky outcrop, and the ocean.

9. The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful room, very clean and the breakfast choices were excellent. Staff were so friendly & helpful. The location is stunning"
United Kingdom
Anne
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Knoll House
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the city through a large window.

10. Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Terrific stay. Great Staff"
United Kingdom
James
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
A beach with large rocks in the foreground, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

11. Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Lovely staff, clean room, serviced daily, breakfast continental only, limited bar, lovely sitting room, convenient to restaurant, off street parking."
United Kingdom
Carmel
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Grovefield Manor
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

12. The Pavilion Arms

The Pavilion Arms
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Pavilion Arms
A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the river.

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Fabulous place, Beautiful place, great rooms, very clean and well kept. A pleasure to stay there"
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Bridge House, BW Signature Collection
A row of colorful beach huts with wooden staircases leading to the entrance.

14. Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
3.0 star property
4 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (933 reviews)
"Really lovely stay with very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Charlotte
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a mirror, and a small table with a candle.

15. The Green House

The Green House
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed here last minute as it was too late to drive home after a really long day . We were very impressed with the hotel. Nicely decorated, in a great area, clean and restful with comfy beds, Definitely a high recommendation from us, many thanks"
United Kingdom
Rikki
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Green House
A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

16. Applewood Hotel

Applewood Hotel
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (761 reviews)
"Great Hotel enjoyed my stay."
United Kingdom
Ashis
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Applewood Hotel
A wicker chair with a cushion and a bowl of fruits on a glass table.

17. THE GROVE HOTEL

THE GROVE HOTEL
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (413 reviews)
"Great location to the beach, station and shops being very central. Staff were very helpful. Great breakfast with the room very spacious."
Australia
David
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
THE GROVE HOTEL
A hotel with a pool, beach view, and a Marriott logo.

18. Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (662 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable stay for the entire family"
United Kingdom
Yael
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
A modern bar area with white chairs and a wooden bar counter.

19. Sea Stone Hotel

Sea Stone Hotel
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725 reviews)
"Hotel was nice. would stay again."
United Kingdom
Dr Wayne
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Sea Stone Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with clear lane dividers, lounge chairs, and a 'SWIM' sign on the wall.

20. 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, (489 reviews)
"Clean good size room. Great breakfast choices and very friendly and pleasant staff. Would definitely recommend it to everyone!!"
United Kingdom
Christoulla
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Lodge at Meyrick Park
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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 stone building with a garden in front.
Photo by Roy Hughes
Open Photo by Roy Hughes

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.

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 Splashdown Waterpark are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Branksome Chine Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

8/10 Good
"Breakfast is very average and the electric charging doesn’t work if you have a rental car (physical tags needed to activate system), luckily we had a hybrid ."
richard 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

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 33 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.