Sandbanks Hotel - Poole
50.694575, -1.930761Overview
4-star beachfront hotel with direct access to Sandbanks Beach
Beach & Watersports
Sandbanks Hotel offers direct access to the Blue Flag Sandbanks Beach with no street crossings required. The on-site Watersports Academy provides equipment and qualified instructors for windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing, and sailing. Guests can also use the indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, and fitness centre after time on the water.
Dining
The Sea View Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with panoramic views over Sandbanks Beach. The Amalfi Italian restaurant offers a menu with dishes like beef shin, sea bream, and profiteroles. During warmer months, the Sandbanks Terrace provides outdoor seating with drinks and light meals overlooking the beach.
Family & Children
Family rooms are configured with bunk beds and extra space to accommodate larger groups with children. The hotel runs dedicated children's entertainment programs such as Little Gizmo's, featuring magicians and singers. Board games, puzzles, and kids' outdoor play equipment are available on-site.
Rooms & Views
Many rooms at Sandbanks Hotel Poole offer scenic views of the sea or harbour, with some including private balconies. Harbour-view rooms provide sunset panoramas over Poole Harbour, while sea-view rooms face directly onto the beach. The hotel also offers family connecting rooms with fridges and spacious layouts.
Location & Nearby
Sandbanks Hotel Poole is within walking distance of the chain ferry to Studland and Brownsea Island Nature Reserve. Corfe Castle and Bournemouth Gardens are a short drive from the property. Free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging stations is available for guests.
- Location: Directly on Blue Flag Sandbanks Beach, steps from Poole Harbour
- Activities: On-site Watersports Academy with windsurfing, kayaking, and sailing
- Dining: Sea View Restaurant with award-winning evening menu and Amalfi Italian
- Families: Family rooms with bunk beds and dedicated children's entertainment programs
- Rooms: Harbour-view and sea-view balcony rooms with scenic panoramas
Rooms and availability
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds or 1 King-size bed
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Sea view
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Free Wi-Fi
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Non-smoking
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Sea view
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Free Wi-Fi
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Non-smoking
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Fitness centre
Seasonal indoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sauna
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Cycling
Services
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal indoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
Room view
- Sea view
- Harbour view
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Sandbanks Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 10 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 4.5 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 16.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Bournemouth, BOH |
Location
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