Sandbanks Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1224 reviews)
15 Banks Road, Sandbanks , Poole , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Beautiful views
Cons:
Tired decor
High drink prices
Inconsistent room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.91
Multiple mentions of tired decor and some rooms needing cleaning.
Service
8.88
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.42
Consistently praised as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
7.37
Some rooms are spacious but mention of tired decor and issues.
Amenities
7.4
General feedback on facilities; some perceived as basic.
Value for Money
6.86
High costs of drinks and some comments on basic rooms.
Food and Beverage
7.41
Mixed feelings on breakfast quality with some complaints.
Overall Experience
8.18
A mix of appreciation for location and enjoyment despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:58

Property Description

Spectacular Views and Beach Access
Located on the famous Sandbanks with direct access to a Blue Flag beach, our modern hotel offers breathtaking views. Some rooms even overlook the sea or harbour, providing a truly mesmerizing experience.

Award-Winning Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in culinary delights at our Sea View Restaurant, boasting panoramic views of Sandbanks Beach. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and dinner experience. During warmer days, unwind with a refreshing drink on the Sandbanks Terrace.

Exciting Water Sports Academy
Make a splash at our Watersports Academy, where you can try your hand at windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing, and sailing. Our qualified instructors and top-notch equipment ensure a thrilling aquatic adventure.

Book your stay now to experience luxury, relaxation, and excitement all in one place.

Important information:

Children are charged a discounted rate if sharing parents' accommodations. Family rooms include 2 children in the rate.
Please liaise with the hotel directly after making your reservation.

Please note that some rooms are affected by noise from hotel functions at weekends and on other special occasions. Please contact reservations directly for more detailed information.

Guests should note that the elevator only goes up to the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is accessible via stairs.

Please note that some facilities are not available all year round.

When booking more than 6 rooms, a GBP 50 nonrefundable charge per room is required.

Please note that additional guests cannot be accommodated. All guests must be indicated at the time of booking.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Oct 12, 2025 until Fri, May 1, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: BOH

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1224 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.91
Service: 8.88
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 6.86
Food and Beverage: 7.41
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Terence Leonard couple gb
7
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

The room was very cold

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Tony couple gb
9
Relaxing and perfect time with my wife
Pros:

Location breakfast-room all superb

Cons:

Some areas of hotel need updating and a little tlc

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Susan family_with_children gb
8
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff were helpful and friendly.
Pros:

The breakfast was good with a good choice of hot and cold foods. It was a bonus to be able to request scrambled egg/ poached egg and pancakes.

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Brenda family_with_children gb
10
Lovely relaxing weekend away with family
Pros:

Lovely weekend away with family. Room clean and bed comfortable Breakfast very good and location fantastic Had lovely swim in the heated indoor pool and Italian restaurant was delicious

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
5
Location amazing and staff great, breakfast was good, scrambled eggs lush
Pros:

Breakfast and staff

Cons:

Very dated , good staff, amazing location
Dissatisfied that I paid an extra one hundred pounds for the night than the rest of the party.
Social media pictures and videos do the hotel more justice.
Would have preferred to stay at the harbour heights as it’s part of the group and is far more modern and elegant.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jenny couple gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

There was only one chair in the room

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

It was my anniversary and the receptionist did my room up

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Emily couple gb
7
Pros:

Lovely outside area next to the beach. Staff very helpful and the room was very big

Cons:

The hotel does seem rundown, it needs a makeover

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Denise couple gb
9
Excellent location , beautiful but dated room.
Pros:

The location was superb and my sea view room was exceptional

Cons:

Very hot weekend no air con / a fan in the room would be a good idea.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
7
Very nice break, would go again
Pros:

Frist breakfast very good, Sundays not so good, the view from the restaurant could not of been, the beach and the sea.

Cons:

Same standard of breakfast, beening a chef constantly of food is very important if you want people to return

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
10
Had a great 2 days here and we both wished we had booked longer.
Pros:

The beach bar is great. when the weather is good, it’s like being abroad .can also use the facilities in their sister hotel, The Haven which has an outdoor pool

Cons:

NA

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Sunanta couple gb
10
Pros:

ชอบทุกอย่าง

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Helen family_with_children gb
7
Reasonable hotel, good position. Not ideal for children.
Pros:

Good breakfast selection.
Spacious room.
Next to the beach.
Ample car parking.

Cons:

It was quite difficult that there was only a tiny lift and the room was a long way from the lift.
No offer to help with luggage even when struggling with small child. Saw several elderly people also struggling with their suitcases.
Multiple confusing stairway.
Pool quite dated.
Musty smell in corridors.
I thought that there would be a more private beach.
The children's playground had very dirty sand which needed to be raked to get rid of debris.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Dane couple gb
10
absolutely lovely stay, staff very friendly and helpful
Pros:

room not massive but very clean and tidy with fantastic view, what more can you ask for!!

at breakfast, the staff were cleaning the the tables so thorough with pride, so nice to see in this generation

Cons:

i would have liked a fridge in room and maybe an iron, also a higher partition on balcony would have seal it for me

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Emmanuel couple gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
8
Location is everything
Pros:

The location was excellent

Cons:

The hotel could do with refurbishment

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Thomas family_with_children gb
8
Very enjoyable on the whole, the excellent weather helped!
Pros:

The whole stay except for the fact that our son's room was a considerable distance away.
Ours was room 204, his 15.

Cons:

The bedside lights, the window in the lounge area was stuck closed and the water in the hand basin took a long time to clear.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Michell couple gb
10
Beautiful little weekend getaway
Pros:

The staff weee very friendly and they upgraded our room as it was my birthday

Cons:

Alittle dated could do with some more Modern interiors

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jodie couple gb
10
Relaxing stay, can't wait to go back
Pros:

Reception staff were friendly and very helpful, breakfast was lovely can't wait to go back in the new year.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee