Poole Old Town Travel Guide

Poole

A vintage kitchen with checkered flooring, a table with a yellow teapot, and old-fashioned appliances.
The entrance to the Poole Museum with a glass door and a sign indicating free entry.
A wooden sign with the name 'FRIER' in ornate letters, wooden beams, and a staircase.
A wooden wheel with metal fittings, mounted on a white wall next to a stone block with inscriptions.
A wooden interior with glass display cases and informational plaques.

Stay near popular Poole Old Town attractions

Poole Museum

7.8/10 (10 reviews)
Learn the story of Poole and its harbor from interesting items, such as the Iron Age boat kept in this restored Victorian depository.
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Things to do

Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Boat Tour Options

City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp411.614
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door Mini-Coach Tour from Bournemouth

Rp944.290
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door Mini-Coach Tour from Bournemouth
Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket

Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket

Rp362.946
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket
Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise

Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise

Rp351.082
per adult
Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise
Poole Harbour Lights Cruise

Poole Harbour Lights Cruise

Rp387.401
per adult
Poole Harbour Lights Cruise
Picture 5 for Activity Poole: Harbour Lights Cruise

Poole: Harbour Lights Cruise

Rp387.401
per adult
Poole: Harbour Lights Cruise
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Top hotels in Poole Old Town

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

4 out of 5
Thames Street Poole England
The price is Rp3.903.411 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp3.903.411
Rp4.684.093 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (778 reviews)
"Great room with roll top bath and balcony really made love stay. Very clean and comfortable. Great to be able to peel at the property. Staff very helpful. Lovely ambience."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
High Street Poole England
The price is Rp1.801.574 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.801.574
Rp2.161.889 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Poole ...
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South Bournemouth England
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,063 reviews)
"Our room was not clean at all since we stayed. We stayed for 4 nights. On the fourth day they put us new towels and thats it. Room was not cleaned, i was so disappointed."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

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Laguna Hotel
Royal Bath Hotel

Royal Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
Bath Road Bournemouth England
The price is Rp1.441.259 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp1.441.259
Rp1.729.511 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"This is historical old hotel. The restaurant and bar decor is nice with nice furnishings.The hotel has good facilities for private functions or events. There are also nice gardens in the hotel .The location is right next to the beach and walking distance to the town However Parking at this hotel ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Royal Bath Hotel
Village Hotel Bournemouth

Village Hotel Bournemouth

4 out of 5
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road Bournemouth England
The price is Rp1.724.117 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.724.117
Rp2.068.940 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road Bournemouth England
The price is Rp3.382.876 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp3.382.876
Rp4.059.547 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)
"Been a platinum with Expedia for years never had an experience like this. You should not work with this establishment. Do not stay here."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
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Where to stay in Poole Old Town

Find the best Poole Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Parkstone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas? A visit to Parkstone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Splashdown Waterpark and Tower Park.

A fenced park with grass, trees, and a building in the background.
Photo by Lewis Clarke
Open Photo by Lewis Clarke

Oakdale

While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Poole Harbour and Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

A row of numbered cottages surrounded by colorful flower beds and dense forest.
Photo by Minty Suetrong
Open Photo by Minty Suetrong

Lilliput

When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Poole Harbour and Compton Acres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poole Old Town Travel Guide