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Our top choices for Sandbanks hotels

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 RM542
RM650 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (947 reviews)
"Accommodation, food, service, location, excellent."
United Kingdom
Alun
The price is RM565
RM678 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 RM480
RM576 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Harbour Heights Hotel
Exterior

4. 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 location, cleanliness and friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Alicia
The price is RM250
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
Room

5. 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 RM506
RM607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Canford
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.

6. 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 RM425
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Inn In The Park
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, (1,001 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 RM568
RM682 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Knoll House
A large, multi-story hotel with a spacious courtyard, a beach view, and a landscaped garden.

8. 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 RM606
RM727 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grand Hotel Swanage
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 RM306
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ship's wheel, and a stone wall in the background.

10. 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 RM442
RM530 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
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 RM251
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
A wicker lounge chair on a wooden deck overlooking the sea, with a railing and a potted plant nearby.

12. The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Sandbanks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (420 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great value, breakfast included which was great, staff were lovely"
United Kingdom
Katrina
The price is RM587
RM705 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Pines Hotel
A room with two blue armchairs, a small round table with a potted plant, and a view through stained glass windows.

13. The Pavilion Arms

The Pavilion Arms
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599 reviews)
"I really loved my stay here. There was a friendly vibe, the rooms were comfortable and you could tell the place was loved and looked after. Nice breakfast too. I got a sleep score of 92!! I will recommend to friends and family visiting Bournemouth."
Hong Kong SAR China
Jennifer
The price is RM316
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Pavilion Arms
A beach with large rocks in the foreground, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

14. 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 RM515
RM617 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grovefield Manor
A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted chandeliers, a dark headboard, and a framed artwork above the bed.

15. 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, (389 reviews)
"Very convenient location"
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is RM389
RM467 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large mirror.

16. Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast, comfy room."
United Kingdom
Amanda
The price is RM344
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
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 RM628
RM754 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bankes Arms Hotel
A historic stone building with a large garden and a church in the background.

18. 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 RM410
RM492 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Purbeck House Hotel
A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall background.

19. Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Sandbanks
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,149 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 RM188
RM226 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Laguna Hotel
A modern bar area with white chairs and a wooden bar counter.

20. Sea Stone Hotel

Sea Stone Hotel
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Sandbanks
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (744 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing"
Canada
Tina
The price is RM303
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sea Stone Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Sandbanks

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
8.0
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a building with a balcony overlooking the beach.
Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
947 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.
Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
549 reviews
View
Room
The Canford
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
140 reviews
View
A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a staircase leading to another level.
Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
234 reviews
View

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 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 Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Poole Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 neighbourhood.

Top Sandbanks Hotel Reviews

Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest

Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest

10/10 Excellent
"Super stay! We come back every few months!"
Caroline 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest

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 31 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.