The Haven Hotel Hotel in Sandbanks

Perched right at the southern tip of the Sandbanks peninsula, next to the famous chain ferry, The Haven Hotel boasts one of the most spectacular coastal locations in the UK. Guests can step straight from the hotel onto the award-winning, Blue Flag sandy beach, or simply relax on the terrace and watch the luxury yachts and ferries sail through the mouth of Poole Harbour.

The hotel features a mix of bright, traditionally furnished bedrooms, many of which offer private balconies with sweeping sea views towards Brownsea Island or the Purbeck Hills. Every room includes a flat-screen TV, complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities, free WiFi, and a modern en-suite bathroom.

A major highlight of The Haven Hotel is its fantastic leisure facilities. Guests have full access to a heated indoor plunge pool, a sauna, a steam room, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers—perfect for catching the Dorset sun without getting sandy.

Dining here is a premium experience. The on-site ‘Point Restaurant’ is highly regarded for serving excellent, locally sourced seafood and international dishes, all accompanied by uninterrupted, panoramic ocean views. In the warmer months, guests can enjoy al fresco dining or evening drinks on the waterside terrace.

Situated just a 15-minute drive from Poole town centre and a two-minute walk from the Sandbanks Ferry (which connects directly to the Jurassic Coast), the hotel is the perfect base for exploring Dorset.

Please note that while the hotel welcomes families, pets are not permitted at this property. Couples particularly love this hotel for romantic getaways, highly rating the spectacular sunsets and the unbeatable waterfront location.