Sandbanks Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1360 reviews)
15 Banks Road, Sandbanks , Poole , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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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 11, 2026 until Fri, Apr 30, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1360 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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Graham solo_traveller gb
9
Good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dripping water sound from somewhere?

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
2
Sandbanks Hotel is finally finished
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

Rooms were from 70s , no aircon, no fridges , no safes ..beds uncomfortable, hotel is full of bits of metal , bird poo most stuff bent or broken , breakfast is inedible or just not there, rooms are boiling hot , its expensive and apparently being knocked down. Acres or wasted space with chairs and tables from 70s, no entertainment and its the closest to faulty towers ive ever known. No enthusiasm and the heart of the hotel has gone.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
10
So relaxing.Staff were exceptional
Pros:

Excellent sea views

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Nash couple gb
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Samantha couple gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Loved it, just how i remembered it when we used to stay as a teenager with my family but updated! So many happy memories.

Cons:

Shower was awful room 307

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Bianca solo_traveller ro
6
Un hotel cu potențial uriaș ce necesită renovări.
Pros:

Locația

Cons:

Vechi

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Russell solo_traveller gb
1
Stay away from this hotel, sleep on the beach you'll have better time.
Pros:

The expectation of a glorious views and sounds of waves braking gently on sandbanks beach... but staying at the bomb site 3rd rate hotel dashed that. There was more artwork on the carpet than the walls. Then there was the room design had been done on a kids Etch-a-Sketch by a blind person with broken hands - it in the room name 'beach veiw', but clearly missed that brief. But hay at least you had a balcony with a beach view, once you’ve moved the plastic seats,, well yes over a dishevelled old broken kids play that a war zone would be proud of. But then there was the view, finally satisfaction.
Oh, apart from the stained carpets, tired decoration and furniture, cluttered dirty hallways with empty bottles, plates from the night before. The bedding didn't fit the bed, and out to garot you if you dared to turn over in your sleep...

Sadly this poor disgusting hotel doesn't deserve the staffs loyalty as the owner just doesn't care.

What did I like... leaving and walk along the beach...

Cons:

Afrer the room, hallways, outside was broken walkways, fencing, walls,... a dirty& tired 70s hotel...
The breakfast was no better than a poor B roadside cafe. Food look like it hadn't been cooked, the sausages were near raw and as for the food quality Turkeytwizziers would be high class cuisine.
The owner clearly doesn't care about

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
10
Sunny Sandbanks
Pros:

Fantastic view, location and breakfast.

Cons:

Firmer pillows would be nice but in fairness we didn't ask for them so may have been available.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Etienne couple sa
8
Beatiful views on the beach in Sandbanks, Bournemouth.
Pros:

Stunning location on the beach. Close to bus routes and a Tesco express just around the corner. The view from the balcony made for great morning coffee and evening sunset drinks. Fabulous all round with great day trips available to Swanage and Poole

Cons:

Room was very warm. With no real means of cooling it down. Opening the door on balcony did help in evening. But not much one can do during a month long heatwave😜

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Jason couple gg
5
Ok but the hotel is very tired and I think struggling to be a 4*
Pros:

Location was nice overlooking the beach

Cons:

Very dated and at over £400 per night I would expect something more than a shower curtain that was broken and hanging off the rail over the bath needs a decent upgrade

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Preems74 solo_traveller fr
2
Pros:

La région

Cons:

L'hôtel est trop vieux pour le prix

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
T
Tony solo_traveller gb
6
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Mather solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

The location, the staff, the food

Cons:

Tired, needs a refurb inside

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Vieira solo_traveller gb
5
Good
Pros:

Close the beach bar Nice view room amazing view

Cons:

Room realy hot need fan our AC

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Annette solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Super beach side location, plentiful breakfast, comfortable bed. Gorgeous view from our spacious upgraded room, and separate sitting area. The onsite parking is a real bonus.

Cons:

After the lovely surprise of being upgraded, the ancient bed-settee in the sitting area was a real disappointment - it looked very inviting, but was low and incredibly uncomfortable to sit on, to the point we could not use it.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
6
Pros:

The location is just stunning. Breakfast was absolutely fantastic. Staff were all welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

No air con and room was very hot. Hotel definitely needs some renovation as looking a little tired and old.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Ann couple gb
5
Problem booking on line will book by telephone next time.
Pros:

Breakfast was ok needed more fruit and perhaps fresh yoghat.

Cons:

Room too high up we were put on floor 4 . Right at the bottom of corridor. Too much when you’re 82! We were moved to floor 2 end of corridor still too much lift too small if you have cases!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Jim couple gb
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

The hotel local was a little remote and you needed a car to get around but straight onto a lovely beach and plenty of water sports. Room and breakfast was lovely. Very friendly helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing really. The hotel decor was a little tired in places but all very clean and tidy.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Darren couple gb
2
Terrible the worst place I’ve stayed in a long time
Pros:

Location that was it.!

Cons:

Very out dated poor room furniture and the bathroom was awful broken sink and the water was brown and the view was through a dirty window.! Food at dinner I had money taken off because the chicken wast fit to eat.! Overall for the price it was disgraceful-10

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gg
4
2026-07-18 via Nuitee