Sandbanks Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
+55 photos
Scored 7.8
Rated good

With direct access to a Blue Flag beach, this modern hotel provides spectacular views over the famous Sandbanks. It offers free Wi-Fi and has an award-winning restaurant and water sports. The rooms feature a satellite TV, work area, and tea and coffee making facilities, along with a private bathroom. Some rooms have views of the sea or harbor. The Sea View Restaurant is open for both breakfast and dinner and features fantastic sea views over Sandbanks Beach. In the warmer months, guests can relax with a drink on the Sandbanks Terrace. The hotel has its own Watersports Academy, offering equipment and qualified instructors for activities including windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing and sailing.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
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1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The beautiful views and beach. The Italian restaurant”
Norma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Bed too soft. Hotel looking tired. Staff good. Breakfast good.”
Nicholas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was ideal, staff were charming. Nice was well presented.”
Alan
United States United States
“Great breakfast with plenty of choice. Location perfect on the beach. Nice to have afternoon food options including great service in bar.”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“large room,beach front location and excellent breakfast”
Anonymous
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“fantastic location, friendly and helpful staff, we furnished and clean rooms, great amenities. will definitely be staying again.”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location and quality of the hotel and facilities are excellent. The staff were friendly and efficient. We particularly liked our room, its cleanliness and the excellent breakfast. We dined each evening in the Amalfi Restaurant in the hotel,...”
Belinda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our room overlooked the beach and it was a beautiful view”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Exceeded our expectations for the very cheap rate we paid, fantastic placed hotel. Didn't expect a sea view so a huge bonus to hear the wages lapping on the shore. Well equipped rooms, beautiful large soft white towels & a good selection of...”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The balcony seaview was stunning. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable. The cleanliness in the room was very good. The staff all very friendly and helpful. My husband and I had a thoroughly nice stay. 😀”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Amalfi Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Pizza on the beach
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Sandbanks Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:30 PM
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Children are charged a discounted rate if sharing parents' accommodations. Family rooms include 2 children in the rate.

Please liaise with the hotel directly after making your reservation.

Please note that some rooms are affected by noise from hotel functions at weekends and on other special occasions. Please contact reservations directly for more detailed information.

Guests should note that the elevator only goes up to the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is accessible via stairs.

Please note that some facilities are not available all year round.

When booking more than 6 rooms, a GBP 50 nonrefundable charge per room is required.

Please note that additional guests cannot be accommodated. All guests must be indicated at the time of booking.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.