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Sandbanks Hotel

4.0 star property
Ocean views with dinner at Amalfi Italian Restaurant, a refreshing indoor pool, and an elegant reception hall for a stylish retreat.

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Sandbanks Hotel welcomes travelers with a free full breakfast and stunning ocean views from its Amalfi Italian Restaurant. Guests can relax in the sauna, swim in the indoor pool with sun loungers, and use conference facilities and WiFi, all with help from the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 29 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Sea View Double with Balcony | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Large Sea View Double with Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 29 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Balcony | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Poole, Sandbanks Hotel is on the beach. Corfe Castle and Parley Manor are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. Oceanarium and Laser Quest Bournemouth are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, windsurfing, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
15 Banks Road, Sandbanks, Poole, England, BH13 7PS

What's nearby

  • Sandbanks Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Canford Cliffs Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Compton Acres - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Branksome Chine Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Parkstone Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Deep - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rockwater - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coast Cafe- Surf Ride Skate. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cliff - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sandbanks Hotel

Upscale hotel near Poole Harbour
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a playground at Sandbanks Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Amalfi Italian Restaurant, features ocean views and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers and a lifeguard on site
  • Self parking (surcharge), a porter/bellhop, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall, a reception hall, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 95 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amalfi Italian Restaurant
  • Sandbanks Bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Lifeguards
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 1 and May 2.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Sandbanks
Sandbanks Hotel Hotel
Sandbanks Hotel
Sandbanks Hotel Poole
Sandbanks Poole
Hotel Poole Sandbanks
Poole Sandbanks
Sandbanks Hotel Poole, Dorset
Sandbanks Hotel Poole
Sandbanks Hotel Hotel Poole

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandbanks Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Sandbanks Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sandbanks Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sandbanks Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25.

Where is Sandbanks Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Poole hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Canford Cliffs Beach and Sandbanks Beach. Branksome Chine Beach and Branksome Dene Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 863 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 863 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 863 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 863 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 863 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing views, friendly staff, good breakfast spread
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is a bit dated but staff was very good and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view of the beach with a lovely balcony. Very comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant size rooms with kids room on the side perfect for our family , wonderful sea view to wake to each morning, breakfast was ok too ,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafiq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach area was well maintained, the staff were very professional and friendly. The room size was very good and terrace overlooking the sea was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely it’s on the beach and quieter part. Nice bar area. Breakfast limited and slow service if you order porridge or eggs but overall the location is fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Amenities
Staff were excellent. Had to move rooms as ours was on the 3rd floor and we could hear noise from the pipes. The hotel is a bit tired in parts. A bit too SAGA holiday for us but generally our stay was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetrakis James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We Loved the hotel it was clean tidy and very nice i think complimentary water in the room was missing whilst the hotel we lovely i do feel it looked very tired bur 100% we will go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend by the sea

Super spot by the beach and very helpful friendly staff. Lovely view over the harbour even from our budget room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in an amazing location with Poole Harbour to one side and the sea to the other, both accessible from the hotel. The staff are polite and professional. The housekeeping is impressive. Although the building is looking a little tired, the ambience, staff members and service make up for it. Breakfast is as expected with variety on offer to cater to most dietary requirements. The dining/eating area could be made a little more attractive as the layout seems rather formal. However, the friendliness of the staff makes up for this. I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thanks Sandbanks Hotel x

Lovely welcome Room ready early Clean Stunning view and location Great terrace and pizza bar Comfy too Very impressed !!
View from our room
View from our room
Wonderful terrace bar and pizza!
View from the terrace
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely relaxing stay. The hotel is located right on the beach with an out -door bar area where you can dine and look over the sea. My Room was very spacious and clean, the staff very friendly and atmoshere was relaxed. Brilliant breakfast, ! looking forward to returning and trying some water sports.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fantastic location

Fantastic location, prefect for the beach. Hotel staff where very friendly and service was good. Unfortunately the bedrooms could do with a bit of TLC
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Lovely beachfront location and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of the beach from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The superb Sandbank's Hotel

We had a lovely couple of days at the Sandbanks Hotel. The room was a little tired but we had a beautiful view overlooking the seafront . The bed was very comfortable and the room had everything that we needed. Breakfast was really nice and plentiful with excellent choices. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in a prime position. View from the room was beautiful. We had a sea view and could see the sun rise from our bed. Breakfast in the restaurant was very nice with plenty of choice. We used the restaurant in the hotel which was an Italian. Although a little pricey, it was very nice. Room was cleaned daily and tea/coffee and biscuits replenished daily. We didn’t use the pool as it opened at 9:00 and we wanted an earlier swim. We were offered use of their sister hotel but didn’t use that. Not far from attractions such as Compton Acres and Poole Harbour for the ferry to Brownsea. All staff were friendly. I’d highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We visited Sandbanks hotel for the 1st time and I can honestly say the front of house was very welcoming. The staff very helpful & provided some recommendations for local bars & restaurants. We booked the large sea view double rooms , these are located on the 1st & 2nd with a full frontal view of the sea . The rooms were spacious and beds very comfortable. Great location , great for couples & family . Will definitely recommend and will re visit .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location with great staff, but could do with a refit, it felt very 70’s/80’s
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing Hotel

Lovely hotel very relaxed and close to restaurants etc
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes this hotel is a bit dated but we didn’t care about that. The staff were all lovely, the location is fabulous and the food was excellent. We would 100% stay again. One tiny criticism, the bins on the outside terrace were overflowing and seagulls were fighting over the pizza scraps.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay in Sandbanks

Lovely service. Clean rooms. Great breakfast. Nice cosy swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Graeme

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay was good and the breakfast was great with check in staff being vey helpful. The only real issue I had that put a dampener on the stay was when I first went into the room it absolutely stunk of s**t really bad. I can only put it down to one of the cleaners using the toilet after cleaning the room and not having the curtisy of opening the windows before leaving. I had to open the windows wide and spray the room and leave for 10 minutes. Not expected for such a nice hotel and paying good money for a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Location!

This hotel is in a fantastic location, we had a lovely room with a huge balcony overlooking the beach. Unfortunately it’s a bit tired. Furnishings are past their best and water pressure in the bathroom is terrible. Staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great views

Good location with great views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024