A 3-minute drive from Poole Train Station, Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns provides stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi with on the Dorset coast. The pub and restaurant serves a wide range of meals. Each room at the Shah of Persia has en suite facilities. There is a TV and tea and coffee facilities in all rooms. A full English breakfast is served each morning. This inn is just over 4 miles from the centre of Bournemouth, and 5 minutes’ drive from the coast. Historic Dorchester and Shaftesbury are both around 25 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Marston's Inns
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paula
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great pub, stayed a few times and the rooms are now refurbished and modern. Everything you need and the convenience of good food and great location. Staff are very friendly, the chap on the reception desk is a star and the room rate is very...
Terry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Friendly staff. Room was nicely heated and windows well insulated from traffic outside. The Shah is my go-to hotel when I attend meetings in Poole. Recommended.
Penelope
France France
The staff were super friendly and were so accommodating when I found my ferry was delayed and I might not arrive before the cut off time!
Melody
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Central location. Very comfortable bed. Breakfast excellent.
Brendan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Nice place helpful staff very good value would recommend plus parking available
Steve
France France
Cosy, free secure parking, great staff, great food and it’s a pub… what’s not to like!
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
From the moment we walked in, we were made to feel welcome. Nothing was too much trouble and all the staff, both evening and morning, were super friendly and helpful. The room was perfect for what we needed and with 2 SEN children in tow, it...
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good value for your money. Food better than expected. Will definitely book again.
Moira
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Easy to find 7 minutes from the ferry, great room with very comfy bed
Andrea
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent location Room was clean and the beds are comfy Good parking Short stop over before getting the ferry

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$11.72 per person.
  • Cuisine
    Full English/Irish
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan
Shah of Persia
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
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House rules

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Any damage caused will be charged for by the hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.