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Haven Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Poole Harbour

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served, ocean views
Double Room, Sea View | View from room
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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161 Banks Road, Poole, England, BH13 7QL
  • Place, Sandbanks Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandbanks Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪22 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
(7 reviews)
  • 251 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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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)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room

  • 303 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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

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

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
(10 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
(9 reviews)
  • 293 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Poole

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Sandbanks Ferry Terminal and a 5-minute walk from Sandbanks Beach. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Shell Bay Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandbanks Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sandbanks Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shell Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Canford Cliffs Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Deep - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coast Cafe- Surf Ride Skate. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lazy Jacks Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rockwater - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Haven Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Poole Harbour
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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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
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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Property is also known as

Haven Hotel
Haven Hotel Poole
Haven Poole
Haven Hotel Hotel
Haven Hotel Poole
Haven Hotel Hotel Poole

Frequently asked questions

How close is Haven Hotel to the airport?

Haven Hotel is 11.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 (13-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.

Reviews

Haven Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jamieson

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs updating

Needs updating food was fair priced but under par
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Break away with husband

We had a balcony room, overlooking the sea and harbour , view and location was excellent, hotel very tired , could be magnificent, and obviously as been in the past , staff very hit and miss, reception staff was lovely, restaurant staff was lacking , was going to have dinner one night in the hotel , so stood waiting to be seated , staff did acknowledge we was there , but kept us waiting that long we ended up eating out , I would understand, if they had been very busy ,but they really wasn’t.i also don’t understand there dress code , very shabby, faded jeans , track suit bottoms t shirts not a very professional look for staff , and that carried through with there lack of service, menu could have been a lot better, Pool and spa staff was lovely , outside drinks bar was added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The toilet kept blocking up even when not being used.The maintenance guy came twice but as soon as he left it was blocked again.We had to use the ones downstsirs by the lift. The shower had no power at all absolutely useless. The bed had a spring sticking out on the left hand side. Had to ask for the coffee cups to be washed every breakfast. Hotel just neads a bit of T L C Hotel very nice pool etc perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
.good hotel friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

C

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked a room that was discribed as a Economy Double Room, Courtyard View on your website, When we arrived the room had a view that was a waal a couple of feet away, see photo's. When I politely asked the reception if there was a room that had a courtyard view I was hold I had booked a budget room with no view, after showing them my booking discribing the room I was told this is what I booked. Rather than let it spoil my holiday I said "OK fine" and walked away, only to hear the receptonist who thought I couldn't hear say to her colleague 'What does he expect when he books a budget room'. This I found extremely disrespectful and returned to the reception to say I had heard what she said, the receptionist then got quite aggressive and said 'You have a room that you booked and we're not doing anything to get you another room' I tried not to let this spoil my stay at the Haven Hotel but unfortunately it did
View from the bathroom
View from the bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel nice but very tired, not good value for money in the condition it is in On our first day of arrival, we had an issue with safe not working and the telephone lead was broken, after several times of reporting this, no repairs were carried out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arunee

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Bad service from reception and room not ready!

We booked room a year in advance for Sandpolo. We get there hour early(about 2 pm ish), so get told room not ready yet, said to us have to wait for room to be ready at 3 pm. (My mum and my sister already got their room and they get there about 1 pm!) So it’s fine, we went to bar to have drink waiting for room at 3 pm. Went to check at 3 pm and get told room still not ready! Will be another half hour! And we not happy about it as already told them we need to go to Sandpolo by 4 pm! We need to shower and get change etc. reception told us that we can go to get ready at Spa changing room and nothing she can do about it!!! Seriously we paid nearly £300 per room and she want y us to go shower and get ready for Sandpolo in changing room!! We are really disappointed so much. As hotel us not cheap hotel, but service is very low level! By 3.15 pm, reception still said nothing else she can do! She will asked if cleaner can get room done in 5 min!! ( which is should be like that before 3 pm check in!) So we get room about 3.20 pm! Oh she did offer refund 20% to us but we not ok with that. We need our room to be ready by time!Walked in to room 113, all we smell is worse cleaner armpits!! I know they rushing to clean room but those smell should never let customers experience when stay!! It was really bad and both feel sick in toilet !! Our room had only 2 small top window that can open! So have to hurry get change and leave room! End up with we got no time to shower and get ready proper
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Pam

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

Hot breakfast needs heat

It was 5 star apart from the breakfast hot food bar does not keep food hot enough. Cold eggs are not nice , apart from the temperature of hot food I cannot fault the breakfast. Fabulous array of hot (tepid) and cold food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented and great location Nice room very comfortable But reception staff a little off hand and worse was a bar food order did not come after 50 mins so got a refund
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Value for money isn’t great. The rooms were tired and outdated. No view from our room window and no air conditioning so the room becomes an expensive sweat box. They could well do with putting some money back into this hotel as overall it looks tired. The breakfast was okish. Nothing special that you wouldn’t get from a Premier Inn. The views once in the lounge are lovely so I guess this is what you’re paying for. Overall I give it an average score because there was nothing special which for the price was disappointing. Spend some of the profits on the building and it may improve the score.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Lovely hotel right next to the chain ferry Will definatly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

8/10 Good

Tracey

The staff were friendly and were very helpful with any given situation
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahir

Business traveler

Excellent hotel

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

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

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

8/10 Good

Avril

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a lovely art deco style hotel in a great location. Lovely and light and airy with high ceilings and wide stairways and corridors. Access to a sandy beach and views to Knoll beach and Shell Bay on Purbeck. Right next to the chain ferry which is brilliant and gives you quick easy access to the above and Studland. We had a lovely room but it was on the third floor with no lift access to the third floor and a really long walk to get to it. It was also very hot with no air con. I had to ask for a fan and lighter bedding, which was delivered to the room. The staff were lovely and really helpful. Would recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Like the veiw from our balcony. When we arrived we found that we had a cracked basin in the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025