Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks, Dorset

From £135 avg/night

Offering direct access to seven miles of award-winning Blue Flag sands, the Sandbanks Hotel is a relaxed, fun-filled family retreat. Boasting a large indoor swimming pool, a bustling beachside dining terrace, and incredible sea views, it is the ultimate traditional seaside staycation.

Key Features

  • Beachfront (Direct Access)
  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Two On-Site Restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • On-Site Parking
  • Family Rooms Available

Sandbanks Hotel Hotel in Sandbanks

If you want to be as close to the sea as physically possible, the Sandbanks Hotel is the place to stay. Situated right on the edge of the peninsula, the hotel backs directly onto the world-famous Sandbanks Beach. You can step out of the hotel lounge, cross the terrace, and instantly have soft, golden sand between your toes.

The hotel is purpose-built for relaxed family holidays and watersports enthusiasts. The bedrooms are bright, comfortable, and traditionally furnished. Many of the upgraded rooms offer private balconies with spectacular, uninterrupted views either out to sea or across the calmer waters of Poole Harbour. All rooms come equipped with a flat-screen TV, complimentary tea and coffee, and free WiFi.

When it comes to dining, guests are spoiled for choice without ever having to leave the resort. You can enjoy high-quality Italian cuisine at the Amalfi Beach restaurant, or grab a casual bite from Pizza on the Beach and eat it on the massive sun terrace while watching the waves.

The facilities are fantastic for unpredictable British weather, featuring a large, heated indoor swimming pool and a well-equipped gym. For those looking for adventure, the hotel sits right next to the Sandbanks Watersports Academy, making it incredibly easy to hire a paddleboard or book a windsurfing lesson during your stay.

Please note that this is a highly popular, bustling family hotel during the school holidays. While the hotel does not accept pets, children of all ages are warmly welcomed, making it one of the most booked family hotels on the Dorset coast.


Key Features

  • Beachfront (Direct Access)
  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Two On-Site Restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • On-Site Parking
  • Family Rooms Available


The outside space at the Sandbanks Hotel is entirely focused on maximizing your time on the beach. The hotel backs directly onto the legendary seven-mile stretch of Blue Flag golden sand, meaning zero roads to cross for families with young children. The hotel features a massive, family-friendly outdoor sun terrace running the length of the property, serving up fresh pizza and cold drinks with uninterrupted views of the crashing waves.


The hotel features a large private car park located at the main entrance, monitored by a camera system. Parking operates on a first-come, first-served basis and carries a daily charge of £10 per vehicle per night. It is incredibly important that you register your vehicle's registration plate on the digital tablet at the reception desk as soon as you check in to avoid any unexpected parking penalty notices!


The Sandbanks Hotel is located right in the vibrant, beating heart of the peninsula. When you step out of the rear doors, you are instantly greeted by one of the safest, cleanest, and most celebrated stretches of beach in the country. Because the beach shelves very gently into the English Channel, the waters here are famously safe for young children to paddle and swim during the summer months, monitored by a dedicated team of RNLI lifeguards.

If you cross the road to the front of the hotel, you will find yourself on the shores of Whitley Lake. This is the shallow, harbour-side of the peninsula, which is globally recognized as one of the best locations in the UK for learning to windsurf and kitesurf. Even if you aren’t partaking yourself, sitting on the harbour wall and watching hundreds of colourful kites darting across the water is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon.

When it comes to local amenities, you are perfectly positioned. A short, flat walk brings you to the Sandbanks Crazy Golf course, multiple beachside cafes, and high-end dining options. If you want to leave the car behind for the day, the open-top Purbeck Breezer bus stops directly outside the hotel, offering highly scenic rides into the historic Poole Quay or across the ferry to the seaside town of Swanage.

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Located in Sandbanks Dorset, Sandbanks Hotel Hotel is the perfect place to stay for your seaside holiday here in Dorset. This Hotel allows you to stay in comfort while you explore Sandbanks and the wider area.

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