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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, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely location if you like to hear the waves at night. Good breakfast."
United Kingdom
Patricia
The price is ￥20,806
￥24,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (948 reviews)
"Accommodation, food, service, location, excellent."
United Kingdom
Alun
The price is ￥19,512
￥23,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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 ￥17,320
￥20,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Harbour Heights Hotel
Room

4. 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 ￥19,424
￥23,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Canford
Exterior

5. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"The location, cleanliness and friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Alicia
The price is ￥9,616
￥13,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ship's wheel, and a stone wall in the background.

6. 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, (804 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 ￥18,358
￥22,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
A room with a wicker chair, a potted plant, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

7. The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 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 ￥21,591
￥25,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
The Knoll House
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.

8. Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
3.5 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (234 reviews)
"Lovely Inn , clean , well maintained and friendly and helpful staff . Really pleasant stay in a great location"
United Kingdom
Dave
The price is ￥16,278
￥19,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Inn In The Park
An indoor swimming pool with a shallow end, a hot tub, and a tiled floor.

9. 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 ￥11,740
￥14,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
A large, multi-story hotel with a spacious courtyard, a beach view, and a landscaped garden.

10. Grand Hotel Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Sandbanks
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (379 reviews)
"I love this place! Wonderful staff, wonderful location and such an old worldly atmosphere to it. Fabulous."
Australia
Kellie
The price is ￥24,250
￥29,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Grand Hotel Swanage
A traditional building with a sign reading "SHAH OF PERSIA" and a paved front area.

11. 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 ￥9,633
￥11,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
A beach with large rocks in the foreground, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

12. 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 ￥19,361
￥23,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Grovefield Manor
A historic stone building with a large garden and a church in the background.

13. 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 ￥15,735
￥18,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Purbeck House Hotel
A modern bar area with white chairs and a wooden bar counter.

14. 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 ￥12,431
￥14,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Sea Stone Hotel
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large mirror.

15. Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast, comfy room."
United Kingdom
Amanda
The price is ￥13,226
￥15,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall background.

16. Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Sandbanks
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,152 reviews)
"A bit dated but in a great location with free parking. A great value for money place to stay"
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is ￥7,050
￥8,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Laguna Hotel
A stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a door, a bench, and a potted plant.

17. Bankes Arms Hotel

Bankes Arms Hotel
3.5 star property
9.8 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (635 reviews)
"Room was clean and airy, though a bit close to street noise. Staff were personable and helpful and our meals were superb."
United Kingdom
Elisabeth
The price is ￥23,886
￥28,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Bankes Arms Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with clear lane dividers, lounge chairs, and a 'SWIM' sign on the wall.

18. 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, (508 reviews)
"All staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious and clean. Leisure facilities were excellent. Breakfast very good. Wi-Fi very good."
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is ￥13,375
￥16,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Lodge at Meyrick Park
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 ￥22,554
￥27,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Pines Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted chandeliers, a dark headboard, and a framed artwork above the bed.

20. 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 ￥14,948
￥17,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
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Compare top hotels in Sandbanks

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
Sandbanks
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A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a building with a balcony overlooking the beach.

Sandbanks Hotel

4.0 star property
Sandbanks
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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

Harbour Heights Hotel

4.0 star property
1.5 km from Sandbanks
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Room

The Canford

4.0 star property
2.2 km from Sandbanks
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Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

3.0 star property
4 km from Sandbanks
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8.0
Very good
1,000 reviews
7.8
Good
948 reviews
8.6
Excellent
549 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
140 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,002 reviews
The price is ￥20,806
￥24,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The price is ￥19,512
￥23,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The price is ￥17,320
￥20,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
The price is ￥19,424
￥23,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥9,616
￥13,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
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  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Sandbanks

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

Parkstone

Visitors to Parkstone rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Splashdown Waterpark or Tower Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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

Lilliput

While Lilliput might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach.

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

Oakdale

Oakdale might not have many top sights, but Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 neighborhood.

Top Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sandbanks like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Sandbanks's Sandbanks neighborhood. Are you looking for Sandbanks travel tips? Be sure to check out Sandbanks Beach and Sandbanks Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite place to stay in Sandbanks?
Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood is Haven Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Sandbanks area?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations 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, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Sandbanks.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Sandbanks?
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What is there to do around this Sandbanks neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.