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The Canford

4.0 star property
Inn with restaurant, near Sandbanks Beach

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Suite, 1 Double Bed
Beach nearby
Bar (on property)
Beach nearby
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

9.4 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 CA $199
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10

Room options

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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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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Property amenity

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 659 reviews
The price is CA $137
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
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About the area

Map
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
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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
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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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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

Delightful stay
Beautiful hotel/pub with a great location near the beach. The room was comfortable with all amenities and some lovely personal touches (the toiletries were excellent and the homemade chocolate treats were, well, a treat!) The food in the pub was also great. Will stay again!
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Timothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Ian, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
Great hotel for the Poole coast.
Gregory P, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room beautifully decorated & very thoughtful snack basket with honesty box. Excellent helpful & knowledgeable about the area staff. Would definitely stay again.
Eileen, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

JAE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lovely agapanthus down beside the beach
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Colin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Benjamin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the decor. Great place for a short stay.
David, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

mary, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent service and room
Robert, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

sadie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mr M, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

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, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip
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