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Haven Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Sandbanks Beach

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Free daily full breakfast
Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ocean views, open daily
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Aerial view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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161 Banks Road, Poole, England, BH13 7QL
  • Place, Sandbanks Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shell Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Harbor View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 251 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 230 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 303 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 201 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, Courtyard View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 293 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Poole

On the beach.You'll be steps from Sandbanks Ferry Terminal and within a 10-minute walk of Sandbanks Beach. Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandbanks Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shell Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Canford Cliffs Beach - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 13 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rockwater - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Inn in the Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sandbanks Beach, Poole - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Haven Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Sandbanks Beach
Haven Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Haven Hotel also features a terrace and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Poole hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Haven Hotel offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Poole hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Haven Hotel to the airport?

Haven Hotel is 11.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haven Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haven Hotel on Jun 8, 2026 start from $215, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Haven Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Haven Hotel.

How close is Haven Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Haven Hotel offer free breakfast?

Haven Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Haven Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Haven Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Haven Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per night.

Does Haven Hotel have a pool?

Haven Hotel features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Does Haven Hotel have a restaurant?

Haven Hotel is home to The Point Restaurant, which features ocean views and al fresco dining.

Does Haven Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Haven Hotel to downtown Poole?

Haven Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Sandbanks.

Haven Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1008 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great breakfast, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kulchorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice view and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Location, Scenery.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hermione

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, amazing location and great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked where the hotel was situated on the beach at sandbanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay

Absolutely beautiful area. Good place to stay to explore the area. Restaurant excellent, all staff friendly. Would stay again. Really comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, close to the chain ferry and bus services, beauitful sea veiws, on the beach amazing spa and out door heated pool, fantastic service, cant fault it, what a gem, also dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tahir

Excellent hotel

Lovely location with a very good spa and fantastic and friendly spa.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing sea views ,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel tocstay. Service good staff friendly. Fantastic views of the sea and harbour.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect beachside stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Lovely hotel right next to the chain ferry Will definatly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views across the bay, quiet part of the beach. Breakfast at the Hotel was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views of Studland Beach and great spa facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed 1 night, but a beautiful hotel, good comfortable clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location on the beach. Lovely menu with vegan options that's not the usual burger and chips then sorbet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant; Location is Excellent

We had a pleasant stay at the Haven; the room was quiet and all the staff were friendly and helpful. The location is great for the ferry and a short drive to Poole and Bournemouth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is stunning, watching the chain link ferry going backwards and forwards
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, lovely room and balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, food and staff were lovely a very chilled stay in a lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Paradise Hotel

Love this hotel ,perfect location right by the harbour and ferry to Swanage.Spa ,indoor and outdoor pool ,which leads to the beautiful beach Restaurant food and service is top class,with the best sea views.I don’t like going to places twice,but this hotel keeps drawing me back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darren

Fantastic location and very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

All perfect we had enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024