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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 December
Estimated hotel price
£54
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in December
Estimated hotel price
£54
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 45m.

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 Turo and Avis, 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 45m.

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 Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Airports near Poole

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Poole

Lufthansa
Good (8,124 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,102 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,990 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,945 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,869 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,319 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,320 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,404 reviews)
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Where to stay in Poole

Average rates range from around £116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £117 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)
£211+
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Harbour Heights Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£147+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£70+
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Sandbanks Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£133+
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Haven Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£139+
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Hiring a car in Poole

Hiring a car in Poole costs £38 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Bournemouth.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.94 and £23.92. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Poole costs £38 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Bournemouth.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.94 and £23.92. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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