The Canford
Inn, 4-starThe Plantation, 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, United KingdomShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, rooms and location.
8.9443Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.9 out of 10, at The Plantation, 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Stylish Accommodation with On-Site Restaurant and Bar Experience luxury at The Canford, a stylish hotel in Poole offering free WiFi, private parking, and an on-site restaurant and bar. Relax in the lounge or unwind in the garden terrace.
Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities Each room at The Canford features a writing desk, tea/coffee facilities, and a private bathroom. Choose between a bathtub or a shower for your relaxation needs.
Convenient Location near Poole's Attractions Explore Poole's Harbour, Sandbanks, and Brownsea Castle located just a few kilometers away from The Canford. With Bristol Airport 89 km away, your journey to luxury begins here.
Book now to indulge in a memorable stay at The Canford.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
8.9
Fabulous
Rated 8.9 out of 10 by 443 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.9
- Service9.3
- Location8.9
- Rooms9.3
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.8
- Food & drink8.9
Guests mention
Comfortable roomsFriendly staffGreat locationSpacious and well-decorated rooms
AngelaUnited KingdomA nice hotel, but overpriced.
The location was good and the room was nicely decorated.
If I had paid £150 for this room I would have been happy. But at £239 for one person I would have expected to have been able to get a drink at the bar after 11pm,…
MICHAEL JOHNUnited KingdomA lovely place to stay
Location. Relaxed atmosphere, Friendly and helpful .
Small room was pretty tight to get around in, fire exit not on same floor.
Clive GasterUnited KingdomLovely hotel in a location near a fantastic sandy beach
We booked last minute, and the hotel was lovely, our room was beautiful with air con, the staff were super friendly and the food we had was excellent. The hotel had free parking and the location was really close to a…
RichardUnited KingdomLovely room. Perfect location for us. Great staff. Great breakfast. Good wine list.
Cleanliness wasn’t the best. Curtain was broken, shower head leaked and the taps were hard to make sure they turned off…
MaryUnited KingdomToilet doesn't flash
KathrinGermanyRichtig gemütlicher Pub mit wunderschönen Zimmern
Absolut süsser Pub mit richtig schönen Zimmern auf den Cliffs über dem Meer. Mit Fahrrädern kann man ausserhalb der Saison bis Bournmouth und weiter fahren. Tolle Lage, tolles Personal, tolles Essen.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
The Plantation, 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:30 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Extra beds are subject to availability. Please contact the property if you require an extra bed.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Canford
What time is check-in and check-out at The Canford?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Canford allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Canford?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Canford?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Canford have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does The Canford have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book The Canford?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Canford?
The Plantation, 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole.
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