The Canford

Inn with restaurant, near Sandbanks Beach

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Suite, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

$111 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Electric kettle

Minibar

322 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

322 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Double Room

Good

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Electric kettle

322 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Parking available
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$111 nightly

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliff, Poole, England, BH13 7JF

What's nearby

Sandbanks Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Bournemouth Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Bournemouth International Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Bournemouth University - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Poole Harbour - 9 min drive - 6.1 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

‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬3 min drive
‪Penn Central - ‬3 min drive
‪Rockwater - ‬17 min walk
‪Jenkins & Sons - ‬3 min drive
‪The Cliff - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Canford

The Canford puts you within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. 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.

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

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.