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Sandbanks Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool, near Sandbanks Beach

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Cocktail bar
Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Large Sea View Double with Balcony | 1 bedroom, 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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, 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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, 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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Double Room | 1 bedroom, 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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View | 1 bedroom, 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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, 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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
15 Banks Road, Sandbanks, Poole, England, BH13 7PS

What's nearby

  • Sandbanks Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Bournemouth Pier - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 9 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Wok Parkstone - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Grasshopper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Penn Central - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Gate of India - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sandbanks Hotel

Upscale hotel near Sandbanks Beach
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 reception hall, and an elevator
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, 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

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 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 1 and May 2.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandbanks Hotel?

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. Bournemouth Beach is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 845 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 845 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 845 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 845 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 845 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Lovely large bedroom. Good choice at breakfast. On the beach with nice patio area serving food and drink
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

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

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

Megan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our 8th stay at SandbankHotel and hope to return in late summer we no longer go abroad the hotel i situated on the beach food in restaurant fabulous maybe little pricey drinks definitely overpriced but as we only have 3 each per night not a problem fantastic walks on the beach roof top food available plenty seating of all types including subbed All stall great pleasant polite and professional
My favourite have had cancan made of this one
View from our balcony
from balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel only really has the staff (who are all lovely) and the beach going for it. The hotel is very tired and in desperate need of some money spending on it. No wonder non of the other guests were friendly or made any attempt to smile!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved location. Shame one of windows was damaged and meant visibility was compromised. No aircon in this room. Only one restaurant ( Italian) with same menu for evening meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Johanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It a great location when weather is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

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

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

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

Jane

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

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

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Couple no children July Always wanted to stay here , easy parking on the beach . Initial impression was of a Tired Hotel that lacks identity … great shame ias it has a fantastic location … our room had a great sea view balcony but with a children’s playground directly below ! The room was clean but had a dated feel. The restaurant had great views but the food was basic . My partner and I went for a marvellous swim in the morning across golden sand and we ate a good buffet breakfast with a fabulous sea view although obscured by a big wooden shed ! So potentially 5star amenities but delivered (apart from the beach ) a very 3 star experience !!! Would I go again ? …. I think there’s better in this location for the money we paid !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel well situated but some problems with hit water, pressure and wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We go every year and this year the service was poor as the bars closed when there was people wanting drinks on the terrace you get served pints in plastic glasses and more expensive than up the road in steins ! Breakfast finished at 9.45 and heat lamps turned off and then I usually take a coffee out on terrace after breakfast in a takeaway cup and was told manageress had told them to remove the take out cups … 2nd coffee machine out of order and that was out of order last year ! Disappointing overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Sunny Sandbanks

Location is fantastic,staff are amazing,hotel had so much history.Needs a bit of updating now as it feels tired.It would be nice if they renovated it similar to the original style to keep it’s history alive.Bar/sunbed area could be cleaner.Any random can use them as they can just walk up steps from beach.Needs some form of security measures to enable use for guests only.Food was amazing and well presented
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

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

6/10 Okay

Chris

Very reasonable rate for a room for one night; won’t fault the room or the bed, the bathroom was clean but very old, although the shower was better than I expected to be fair. Breakfast though - let the place down. No catering staff on view, fried eggs were probably over an hour old, the sausages were cooked well but were so solid they must have come straight from the freezer, the bacon, cooked toms and mushrooms saved an on the spot complaint because my “fresh” slice of bread had mould on it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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