Introduction
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. We recommend you stay at least 53 days in order to fully appreciate everything Poole has to offer.

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
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in January
Estimated hotel price
$132
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.

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 U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

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 U-Save and CarWiz, 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 (8,450 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 popular areas of Poole

Most booked hotels in Poole

Royal Bath Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$153+
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Durley Dean
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$158+
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The Mayfair Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$123+
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Heathlands Hotel Bournemouth
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$121+
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Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa - Oceana Collection
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
$160+
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Carrington House Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
$109+
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Hiring a car in Poole

Hiring a car in Poole costs $46 per day, on average, or $2,454 if you want to hire it for 53 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.17 and $56.22. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Poole costs $46 per day, on average, or $2,454 if you want to hire it for 53 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.17 and $56.22. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.