Near Sandbanks Beach, The Canford offers an upscale retreat with a charming terrace and a beautiful garden. Indulge in your favorite drink at the bar or savor local flavors at the restaurant. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff, this inn is perfect for those seeking relaxation.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Terrace
Garden
Front-desk safe
Limited hour front desk
TV in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $107
$107
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Room options
View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed
Suite, 1 Double Bed
Highlights
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliff, Poole, England, BH13 7JF
What's nearby
Sandbanks Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Poole Harbour - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
Bournemouth University - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
Bournemouth Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 22 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 51 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 114 min drive
Branksome Station - 7 min drive
Parkstone Station - 10 min drive
Bournemouth Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Sandbanks Beach Cafe - 3 min drive
Branksome Chine Beach Goods Shop - 17 min walk
Compton Acres - 9 min walk
Rick Stein, Sandbanks - 3 min drive
Branksome Beach Restaurant - 17 min walk
About this property
The Canford
The Canford puts you within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Bournemouth International Centre. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Plantation Inn Poole
Plantation Poole
The Plantation
The Canford Inn
The Canford Poole
The Canford Inn Poole
Frequently asked questions
Does The Canford offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Canford does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Canford?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Canford?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Canford?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Canford?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Canford and nearby?
The Canford has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Canford?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Canford like?
The Canford is a short 15-minute walk from Sandbanks Beach and 7 minutes' walk from Compton Acres.
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The Canford Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Really great hotel
Absolutely loved this hotel. It's a beautiful hotel with great outdoor space. The team are so friendly and you just feel so welcome.would love to re-visit
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Great Hotel
Great hotel for the Poole coast.
Gregory P
Gregory P, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
The lovely Canford
We had a lovely stay at The Canford - beautifully decorated room, comfy bed and lovely bath products. The hotel staff are super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Will definitely chose this hotel to stay again when we are visiting Bournemouth.
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Love the decor. Great place for a short stay.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2024
Excellent service and room
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Lovely room beautifully decorated & very thoughtful snack basket with honesty box. Excellent helpful & knowledgeable about the area staff. Would definitely stay again.
Eileen
Eileen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
The room we stayed in was stunning and very comfortable. So much attention to detail with special little touches. You got what you paid for and I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2023
Excellent stay would use you again
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2023
Would recommend!
Amazing hotel, lovely staff, great food and very reasonably priced
Nicholaa
Nicholaa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Great Stay Again
Place is spotless, oh soooo comfy beds. I had the best nights sleep in a long while. Great atmosphere downstairs during ooening hours. Breafast to die for!!
PHILLIP
PHILLIP, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2023
Great hotel and surroundings.
It was a very clean and very well maintained hotel, great decor and furnishings and food and drink offerings very good also. Lovely location, friendly and chatty staff and they went over and above to accommodate my stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2023
Stayed with our two dogs .
Fabulous hotel , the staff are exceptional .
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2023
Very friendly staff, comfortable room. Other venues in walking distance
Martyn
Martyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2023
Lovely weekend away
We stayed in Room 1 which was delightful. The staff had thought of pretty much everything. The staff were extremely welcoming and friendly. We ate in the pub and had an excellent roast meal. The location was great for exploring the coast on foot.
MU
MU, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2022
Amazing stay
Such an amazing stay at Canford. I stayed in Room no.1 which was absolutely gorgeous - I’d 100% recommend.
Lunch was great, breakfast was great. Staff were helpful and the pub had a really nice atmosphere - perfect for my needs which were to be able to do some work whilst holding a conversation with a few drinks 10/10 🎺
Earl
Earl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2022
Amazing hotel.
This is an amazing hotel. We booked a standard double room and it was really nicely decorated with a decent sized bathroom and well stocked mini bar. All the staff at the hotel were very helpful and the food was very good. The outside area of the hotel was nice with different areas to sit away from the cold.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2023
Lovely hotel with extra thought re coffee machine,milk and water which exactly what you need when arriving at a hotel
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2022
Excellent
The hotel was gorgeous. The location was very close to the beach. The food was great and the staff excellent. The room was stunning. Only slight negative was the small car park but the beer garden made up for it!
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
Finding a parking space was difficult but apart from that all was excellent.
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2023
Most satisfactory.
Bed very comfortable. Had a good night sleep. Breakfast was excellent. Bar area very pleasant. Enjoyed the cocktails.
Good variety of snacks and drinks in the room. The bill was incorrect but was rectified.would happily stay again.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Excellent two night stay
I stayed in The Canford with my cousins to attend a family wedding at the nearby Italian Villa. The hotel was the nicest friendliest small hotel I’ve ever stayed in. The staff were very welcoming and helpful and the service at breakfast was perfect. I would love to visit again sometime and would thoroughly recommend it.
My room had everything you could possible need in it - hairdryer, (and a mirror beside a socket which is not always the case), ironing board, well stocked little bar and tea and coffee making facilities, very comfortable bed and pillows and was nicely decorated. It was also well stocked with toiletries.
It was a short walk to the beautiful long beach where we walked along the prom in both directions.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Excellent two night stay
I stayed in The Canford with my cousins to attend a family wedding at the nearby Italian Villa. The hotel was the nicest friendliest small hotel I’ve ever stayed in. The staff were very welcoming and helpful and the service at breakfast was perfect. I would love to visit again sometime and would thoroughly recommend it.
My room had everything you could possible need in it - hairdryer, (and a mirror beside a socket which is not always the case), ironing board, well stocked little bar and tea and coffee making facilities, very comfortable bed and pillows and was nicely decorated. It was also well stocked with toiletries.
It was a short walk to the beautiful long beach where we walked along the prom in both directions.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2023
Nice place
Beautiful room and lovely food (especially breakfast!) but I was woken at 3am by someone moving furniture around in the bar area/restaurant so not the best nights sleep. I guess it was bad luck for me as I was right above the area where this was going on for an hour so will try another room next time.
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2024
So glad we booked this place rather than a large hotel in the area that we were considering. The room was gorgeous with a big bath tub (we chose one of the big rooms). Check in was easy, staff were v friendly and accommodating despite looking after the restaurant too (special mention to Ashmi who waited on us a couple of times in the restaurant). Food is fab, especially the Sunday roast. We managed to get parking on each of the 3 days/nights we were there. The only thing to note is that the cleaners only do a “quick once over” in your rooms every morning. Fab stay and will definitely stay again and recommend. Location is perfect. We walked from there to Old Harry’s Rocks. Visited Worbarrow Bay, Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and a vineyard all within a short driving distance. Enjoy!
Neena
Neena, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 8, 2022
Noisy air conditioning unit on and off all through the night waking me up