Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Poole travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poole

With a population of 150,092, Poole is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Poole deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Poole

If you’re looking for affordable options, Harbour Heights (73 Haven Rd) and Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria (Poole Quay) are great picks.

When to visit Poole

Poole in January
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in January
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Poole

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Poole departs from London and takes around 5h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of Alamo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Poole departs from London and takes around 5h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of Alamo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Poole

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Poole

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,292 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,286 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,116 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,231 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,699 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,706 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,694 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,472 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,874 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,541 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
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Where to stay in Poole

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £77 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Poole

Most booked hotels in Poole

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Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£147+
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Harbour Heights Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Antelope by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Poole

Hiring a car in Poole costs £40 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.85 and £27.80. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Poole costs £40 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.85 and £27.80. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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