Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
7.9 (1556 reviews)
173 Longfleet Road , Poole , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Rooms could be colder
Maintenance issues with heating and plumbing

Categories

Cleanliness
7.41
Some reviews indicated that the property was a bit dated and could use some refurbishment.
Service
8.38
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall hotel experience.
Location
8.52
Several reviews praised the convenient location for visiting family and access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.47
Rooms were generally comfortable but some mentions of being dated and certain issues with heating.
Amenities
8
Guest amenities such as food discounts and tea/coffee facilities were noted positively.
Value for Money
7.96
Most reviews found the hotel to be reasonably priced given its location and offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Food quality was often rated positively, including mention of good breakfast options.
Overall Experience
7.48
Overall, guests found their stay to be pleasant but with some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:16

Property Description

Stylish Rooms with Free Wi-Fi
Located just a 3-minute drive from Poole Train Station, Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. Each room features en suite facilities, a TV, and tea/coffee making amenities for your comfort.

Pub and Restaurant Serving Varied Meals
Indulge in a wide range of delicious meals at the on-site pub and restaurant. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a delightful dinner, the Shah of Persia has you covered.

Convenient Location
Situated a short drive from Bournemouth and the coast, this inn is the perfect base for exploring the Dorset coast. With easy access to attractions like Dorchester and Shaftesbury, your stay at Shah of Persia promises both convenience and comfort.

Book your stay now at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Any damage caused will be charged for by the hotel.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • 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 free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1556 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.41
Service: 8.38
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 7.48
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
7
A nice place with great staff - just too hot
Pros:

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Room was clean.

Cons:

It was very hot and the fan provided was woefully ineffective. A better fan would have made a huge difference to our comfort.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Josef • couple • at
7
Für kurze Aufenthalte sehr gut geignet.
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal und gutes Essen. Das Fühstück ist a la carte. Die Zimmer sind sauber und geräumig. Parken ist problemlos und kostenfrei.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Johnson • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The staff was very helpful and nice

Cons:

The stairs, the constant noise from the road

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
• couple • gb
9
This is a good pub for stop overs or staying in Poole.
Pros:

This is a pub with rooms upstairs. Can’t fault the very friendly, helpful staff, the location or room rate per night. The pub users are a friendly bunch as well. As everywhere these days the bar prices are high. Evening meal pub grub is better than most and reasonably priced with good service. Full breakfast at £10.75 a bit high if there are 2 of you but freshly cooked to order. Continental option at £8.75. The premises is a bit tired. Beds comfortable but the TV didn’t work. Ample free parking. Overall would recommend if you are visiting Poole or stopping over as we did to and from Cornwall.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
7
OK but nothing special
Pros:

Pre packaged ok, fresh cooked a bit wet and oily.
Cannot fault the efforts of the manager, Les.

Cons:

Automatic housekeeping for the room when staying more than one night. Don't expect housekeeping to be missed if you don't remind the staff.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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roger • couple • gb
7
nice pub ,decent room .would stay again
Pros:

nice pub with good priced menu.10 mins walk to poole quay

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • gb
9
As expected and would stay again.
Pros:

Plenty of choice and generous portions.

Cons:

No comment.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Nice place, well located, with an efficient and welcoming reception from the employees.

Cons:

A little bit pricey considering breakfast wasn't included

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
7
Ok for the price .
Pros:

Location parking

Cons:

Room layout could be improved.
No hangars -towel rails in bathroom.
Parts of the pub quite dirty and ineed of decoration.
Pub prices expensive.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Large, quiet room. Good shower.

Cons:

Food. Dinner chicken and mushroom pie almost inedible. Breakfast average.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Garidou • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Proche du ferry, établissement très correct, personnel aimable.

Cons:

Un peu vieillot.
on ne peut pas manger après 21 h

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • gb
7
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • gb
8
Good place for an overnight stop for ferry sailings
Pros:

Cheerful pub with rooms, popular with locals and ferry travellers before and after sailing from Poole Harbour. Unpretentious and decent value. Room spacious and comfortable. Staff helpful and welcoming.

Cons:

Steep and twisting stairs to rooms and confusing overnight access arrangements when pub is closed.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Sian • family_with_children • gb
10
Great value for money
Pros:

Clean, friendly and warm welcome. Silent and pitch black at night time so had an amazing nights sleep:, big comfy bed room for our little one to sleep with us.
Breakfast great value for money honestly cannot fault the place,

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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A. • solo_traveller • nl
6
Pros:

Goede bedden, gezellige bar.

Cons:

Kamer was erg gehorig, zowel de buren als ook trap-lopers waren erg goed horen (kamer naast de trap).
Ook het ontbijt (helaas geen buffet) was erg karig.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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G P Drain Surveys • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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François • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Le personnel et le petit déjeuner était super. Le lit était confortable.

Cons:

La chambre était bruyante (ventilation), la salle de bain peu pratique (pas d'espace pour mettre les serviettes et vêtements).

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Green • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pleasant
Pros:

Good distance to walk to my room as I am disabled. Room a very good size and bed comfortable

Cons:

Didn’t feel there was much wrong

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee