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
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 156 km from Poole. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 156 km from Poole. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Poole

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Poole

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,568 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,558 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,592 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,471 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,595 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Poole

Most booked hotels in Poole

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$194+
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Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$214+
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Durley Dean
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$123+
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Royal Bath Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$131+
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Heathlands Hotel Bournemouth
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$112+
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Carrington House Hotel
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
$106+
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Hiring a car in Poole

Hiring a car in Poole costs $80 per day, on average, or $4,248 if you want to hire it for 53 days.

Expect to pay $3.76 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 $45.08 and $60.11. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Poole costs $80 per day, on average, or $4,248 if you want to hire it for 53 days.

Expect to pay $3.76 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 $45.08 and $60.11. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.