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 Bournemouth International Centre and Poole Harbour. 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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
The Canford Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
November 1, 2024
Great Hotel
Great hotel for the Poole coast.
Gregory P
Gregory P, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 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
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 27, 2024
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 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 business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 17, 2024
Benjamin
Benjamin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 14, 2024
Love the decor. Great place for a short stay.
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 26, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 24, 2024
mary
mary, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 21, 2024
Excellent service and room
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
April 16, 2024
sadie
sadie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 4, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 13, 2024
Mr M
Mr M, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
December 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 business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 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
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
December 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
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 21, 2023
Very friendly staff, comfortable room. Other venues in walking distance
Martyn
Martyn, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 9, 2023
Would recommend!
Amazing hotel, lovely staff, great food and very reasonably priced
Nicholaa
Nicholaa, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 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
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8/10 Very Good
September 5, 2023
Excellent stay would use you again
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
August 23, 2023
Stayed with our two dogs .
Fabulous hotel , the staff are exceptional .
Karen
Karen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 22, 2023
Finding a parking space was difficult but apart from that all was excellent.
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 16, 2023
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
March 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 business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 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 🎺