Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
$79
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
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$79
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns average $59 in January, the cheapest month, and $129 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $59 |
| February | $68 |
| March | $77 |
| April | $86 |
| May | $114 |
| June | $119 |
| July | $116 |
| August | $129 |
| September | $112 |
| October | $79 |
| November | $66 |
| December | $63 |
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Most expensive: August (~$129)
Cheapest: January (~$59)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 15 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns in Poole (Oakdale), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Poole Harbour and 9 minutes from Bournemouth International Centre. This inn is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Bournemouth Beach.
What's nearby
Poole Park(0.4 miles)
Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts(0.9 miles)
Baiter Park(1 miles)
RNLI College(1.3 miles)
Poole Museum(1.4 miles)
Poole Harbour(1.5 miles)
Poole Quay(1.5 miles)
Hamworthy Beach(2.3 miles)
Upton Country Park(2.3 miles)
Splashdown Waterpark(2.4 miles)
Tower Park(2.6 miles)
Compton Acres(2.9 miles)
Sandbanks Beach(3 miles)
Canford Cliffs Beach(3.4 miles)
Branksome Chine Beach(3.6 miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(10.1 miles)
Southampton (SOU)(37.3 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(96 miles)
Location
173 Longfleet Road, Oakdale, Poole, England, United Kingdom
Poole Park (0.4 miles)
Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts (0.9 miles)
Baiter Park (1 miles)
RNLI College (1.3 miles)
Poole Museum (1.4 miles)
Poole Harbour (1.5 miles)
Room options
6
Family Room
1 Full Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Single Room
1 Twin Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
7.9
Good
Based on 1,089 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
55%
Family
21%
Group
14%
What guests think
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At Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns, travellers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff, while room experiences are mixed, with recurring bathroom maintenance problems and noticeable traffic noise from the busy road affecting sleep for some guests.
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At Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns, travellers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff, while room experiences are mixed, with recurring bathroom maintenance problems and noticeable traffic noise from the busy road affecting sleep for some guests.
Beds are often comfortable, but some rooms feel small, hot, or dated, and in-room Wi-Fi is reported unavailable in places. The attached pub offers reasonably priced meals and well-liked breakfasts. Parking is straightforward, and overall expect a decent-value pub stay with variable room quality.
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Facilities
The on-site pub is convenient and popular, and parking is easy with plenty of spaces. A few guests mentioned the bar area felt cold during a cold snap and one reported a car park safety concern.
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Miroslav
Feb 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Pub with hotel rooms . Spacious.
Pub with hotel rooms . Spacious.
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sharon
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were travelling to the ferry so stayed 1 night. The ferry took a few minutes to get to so an excellent location. You can walk to the town and Quay which was nice after a long drive. Evening meal was lovely, hot and inexpensive. The staff were all exceptionally helpful. The room was really clean and the bed very comfortable. Easy to park with plenty of spaces. Our room was on the front of the building so facing the main road. There is a 24/7 A&E a bit further down the road, the noise was ok once we closed the double glazing. There was some noise in the room from, I assume an extractor fan. That was the only downside. It was suitable for us for 1 or 2 nights.
We were travelling to the ferry so stayed 1 night. The ferry took a few minutes to get to so an excellent location. You can walk to the town and Quay which was nice after a long drive. Evening meal was lovely, hot and inexpensive. The staff were all exceptionally helpful. The room was really clean and the bed very comfortable. Easy to park with plenty of spaces. Our room was on the front of the building so facing the main road. There is a 24/7 A&E a bit further down the road, the noise was ok once we closed the double glazing. There was some noise in the room from, I assume an extractor fan. That was the only downside. It was suitable for us for 1 or 2 nights.
10
Ross
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little pub with friendly staff and nice modern rooms
Nice little pub with friendly staff and nice modern rooms
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Michael
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
8
Pat
Dec 18, 2022
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Stayed 19,339 nights
Given we were there during the cold snap in December the bar and dining area were not quite warm enough , likewise the bedroom with it's secondary glazing and the bathroom decor was a little tired , but the bed was excellent . The main meals were predictable and alright but the breakfasts were really good and the staff were brilliant - friendly and helpful and offered to have some food ready outside of normal hours for my sister in-law whose flight from Spain was delayed . Thanks very much to all of them .
Given we were there during the cold snap in December the bar and dining area were not quite warm enough , likewise the bedroom with it's secondary glazing and the bathroom decor was a little tired , but the bed was excellent . The main meals were predictable and alright but the breakfasts were really good and the staff were brilliant - friendly and helpful and offered to have some food ready outside of normal hours for my sister in-law whose flight from Spain was delayed . Thanks very much to all of them .
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graham
Feb 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very noisy road could not close window moldy bathroom car park not safe my car was damaged and staff not intressded never use again left very tied and unrested
Very noisy road could not close window moldy bathroom car park not safe my car was damaged and staff not intressded never use again left very tied and unrested
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Natibacc
May 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very basic facilities and very expensive fir a single room. Double glazing units had broken down and therefore misted through. Definitely not suitable for mobility disabled people, which I learned to my cost.
Very basic facilities and very expensive fir a single room. Double glazing units had broken down and therefore misted through. Definitely not suitable for mobility disabled people, which I learned to my cost.
10
Beng Hui
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet spot with a nice pub.
Quiet spot with a nice pub.
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Philip
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff where helping and friendly the pub below had decent food
Staff where helping and friendly the pub below had decent food
8
George
Mar 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A good size room with good facilities. Very easy to park on site. Staff were friendly and welcoming.
A good size room with good facilities. Very easy to park on site. Staff were friendly and welcoming.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are often clean, but many reviews report black mould and maintenance problems in bathrooms, plus occasional stained carpets or musty corridors.
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William
Feb 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect except the huge amount of black mould on the bathroom ceiling. The staff were amazing and the room was nice, I would definitely stay here again. 9/10
Everything was perfect except the huge amount of black mould on the bathroom ceiling. The staff were amazing and the room was nice, I would definitely stay here again. 9/10
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Mark
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The bathroom ceiling was covered in mold, the hot tap in the sink was loose and the hot water was scolding!!
The bathroom ceiling was covered in mold, the hot tap in the sink was loose and the hot water was scolding!!
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Simon
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff upon arrival and throughout my stay were polite and friendly, an assets to the Marston's chain. The room was clean and had everything you needed. The Shower had good consistent water pressure.
The staff upon arrival and throughout my stay were polite and friendly, an assets to the Marston's chain. The room was clean and had everything you needed. The Shower had good consistent water pressure.
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Alan
Apr 11, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The black mould in the shower cubicle & ceiling was really bad, which is a shame, because if they bothered to sort this out, the bedroom was OK, staff friendly, plenty of free on-site parking. With the condition of the bathroom, the rooms are priced too high.
The black mould in the shower cubicle & ceiling was really bad, which is a shame, because if they bothered to sort this out, the bedroom was OK, staff friendly, plenty of free on-site parking. With the condition of the bathroom, the rooms are priced too high.
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Susan
Mar 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Food was cooked well and was nice. The decor in the bedroom was modern and nice. The bathroom however wasnt good at all. The hot water tap that couldnt be turned on or off constantly running and has limescal marks so it has been like that for a long time. Shower was good but not clean and there was black mold all over the ceiling. The out of date soap in tubs were just hanging around as all the dispensers were broke. The bathroom bin was broken. The cups were stuck to the tea try with sugar milk. I wouldnt return here but there were also some positives and my negative points may not bother other people. Its definately not enviro friendly there were some radiators were the thermostat wasnt there anymore and was pumping heat out. There is an escape door at the back of the hotel were you could go out to smoke if you wanted but nothing to put used cigarettes in so they were on the floor. I struggled sleeping cos of a noisy neighbour but thats no reflection on the hotel
Food was cooked well and was nice. The decor in the bedroom was modern and nice. The bathroom however wasnt good at all. The hot water tap that couldnt be turned on or off constantly running and has limescal marks so it has been like that for a long time. Shower was good but not clean and there was black mold all over the ceiling. The out of date soap in tubs were just hanging around as all the dispensers were broke. The bathroom bin was broken. The cups were stuck to the tea try with sugar milk. I wouldnt return here but there were also some positives and my negative points may not bother other people. Its definately not enviro friendly there were some radiators were the thermostat wasnt there anymore and was pumping heat out. There is an escape door at the back of the hotel were you could go out to smoke if you wanted but nothing to put used cigarettes in so they were on the floor. I struggled sleeping cos of a noisy neighbour but thats no reflection on the hotel
10
Richard
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service from start to finish. Pleasant staff and spotlessly clean room.
Great service from start to finish. Pleasant staff and spotlessly clean room.
4
K
Dec 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast unavailable as we were leaving early. Room was clean and quite spacious even with extra bed for kids put in it. Main bed was huge, but the matress was uncomfortable, not supportive at all. Plenty of pillows, bedding was nice. Bathroom was very poor, floor looks like a public toilets floor, one of the taps was broken, shower had bits of black mould around the rim. Had dinner in the pub, on a Sunday night before Christmas, the menu was very limited, no festive options, unless pre-ordered. Being Martons pub, we were unpleasantly surprised there was only one ale available. Bar floor sticky, whole restaurant area had unpleasant smell. Food was taking forever to come out, to the point me and kids left the pub and went to our room, leaving husband behind to wait for their dessert to come. Food was nice enough, on a average side. Staff was very nice, that was the only positive.
Breakfast unavailable as we were leaving early. Room was clean and quite spacious even with extra bed for kids put in it. Main bed was huge, but the matress was uncomfortable, not supportive at all. Plenty of pillows, bedding was nice. Bathroom was very poor, floor looks like a public toilets floor, one of the taps was broken, shower had bits of black mould around the rim. Had dinner in the pub, on a Sunday night before Christmas, the menu was very limited, no festive options, unless pre-ordered. Being Martons pub, we were unpleasantly surprised there was only one ale available. Bar floor sticky, whole restaurant area had unpleasant smell. Food was taking forever to come out, to the point me and kids left the pub and went to our room, leaving husband behind to wait for their dessert to come. Food was nice enough, on a average side. Staff was very nice, that was the only positive.
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John
May 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The building exterior was not up to the standard of the photos. The room was fair however the bathroom was very poor condition with the amount of black mould. The room had secondary glazing but as you couldn't close the outside windows the effect of the secondary glazing was almost non existent. The premises are on a busy cross roads and that together with a noisy extractor through the room meant a poor night sleep. We were up early and left.
The building exterior was not up to the standard of the photos. The room was fair however the bathroom was very poor condition with the amount of black mould. The room had secondary glazing but as you couldn't close the outside windows the effect of the secondary glazing was almost non existent. The premises are on a busy cross roads and that together with a noisy extractor through the room meant a poor night sleep. We were up early and left.
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Margaret
Jan 16, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed here as it was a short walk to Poole hospital where we were visiting an old lady. The accommodation is very much a Pub. No soft seating, only tables and chairs. The food was typical pub food, but OK. The room was a decent size, but the bathroom had mould on the ceiling. The shower was good and the water was hot. The TV did not work and there was no fridge. For what we paid, we still thought it was good value. Definitely not 4 star. It was basic pub accommodation and food.
We stayed here as it was a short walk to Poole hospital where we were visiting an old lady. The accommodation is very much a Pub. No soft seating, only tables and chairs. The food was typical pub food, but OK. The room was a decent size, but the bathroom had mould on the ceiling. The shower was good and the water was hot. The TV did not work and there was no fridge. For what we paid, we still thought it was good value. Definitely not 4 star. It was basic pub accommodation and food.
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LUCY
Aug 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely stay, staff were really nice and friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. The shower leaked onto the floor a bit and the wash basin was stained and there was a strange damp smell in the hallway down to the bar which was a shame. I think the carpet could do with being replaced out there. Other than that it was a really nice stay and we would come back again.
Had a lovely stay, staff were really nice and friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. The shower leaked onto the floor a bit and the wash basin was stained and there was a strange damp smell in the hallway down to the bar which was a shame. I think the carpet could do with being replaced out there. Other than that it was a really nice stay and we would come back again.
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Rooms
Beds are often comfortable and some rooms are spacious, but others feel small or dated, and several note heat without air conditioning. Noise is a common issue from the busy road or kitchen/extractor fans, and multiple reviews report no in-room Wi-Fi.
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Ian
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was very good and room was comfortable. There was no wi fi in the room which was advertised but the wi fi in the bar was good.
The hotel was very good and room was comfortable. There was no wi fi in the room which was advertised but the wi fi in the bar was good.
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Ian
May 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a room above the pub. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. I was in room 8 and one of the windows was directly above the noisy air vent coming from the kitchens, so I had to shut the window. The vent was turned off about 9:15pm, but it was back on again at 7am. Staff were friendly and helpful.
This was a room above the pub. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. I was in room 8 and one of the windows was directly above the noisy air vent coming from the kitchens, so I had to shut the window. The vent was turned off about 9:15pm, but it was back on again at 7am. Staff were friendly and helpful.
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Steve
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Could do with a refurb, looking a little tiered
Could do with a refurb, looking a little tiered
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Mike
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely meal in the evening. Friendly warm staff. Only thing I’d say is ask for a room at the hotels rear as road was quite noisy
Lovely meal in the evening. Friendly warm staff. Only thing I’d say is ask for a room at the hotels rear as road was quite noisy
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phillip
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No wifi in the rooms
No wifi in the rooms
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Belinda
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was my second Marstons pub stay in a week. I've always stayed in them over the years, on par with Premier Inn and sometimes even better. However, the rooms seem to be extremely tired these days, looks like minimal investment since Covid and found them very tired looking and such a shame. Stayed for 2 x nights but room was not cleaned inbetween, not an issue for us, apart from the fact that we didn't get our coffee replenished (good coffee, Nescafe Gold Blend, but 2 x stick packs and 2 x decaff), they were gone first morning with two of us staying. Room was uncomfortably hot, no air conditioning.... had a fan but, it didn't blow any air around, we should've complained but was too hot to be bothered and didn't think they'd have a spare anyway. Lovely staff though!
This was my second Marstons pub stay in a week. I've always stayed in them over the years, on par with Premier Inn and sometimes even better. However, the rooms seem to be extremely tired these days, looks like minimal investment since Covid and found them very tired looking and such a shame. Stayed for 2 x nights but room was not cleaned inbetween, not an issue for us, apart from the fact that we didn't get our coffee replenished (good coffee, Nescafe Gold Blend, but 2 x stick packs and 2 x decaff), they were gone first morning with two of us staying. Room was uncomfortably hot, no air conditioning.... had a fan but, it didn't blow any air around, we should've complained but was too hot to be bothered and didn't think they'd have a spare anyway. Lovely staff though!
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Ross
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, unfortunately by a busy main road. Food and staff are lovely however the windows in the rooms could do with being double glazed, it is quite loud when traffic is going past, especially on a hot day and the windows are open.
Nice hotel, unfortunately by a busy main road. Food and staff are lovely however the windows in the rooms could do with being double glazed, it is quite loud when traffic is going past, especially on a hot day and the windows are open.
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William
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfy bed
Comfy bed
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sharon
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bedroom was right near a busy road, windows had to be closed thus making the room hot and stuffy even with a fan. Bathroom was a little tired and the toilet didnt flush well plus shower base didnt flow away so flooded floor. Bed was missing a foot so we felt like our legs were higher than ourheads
Bedroom was right near a busy road, windows had to be closed thus making the room hot and stuffy even with a fan. Bathroom was a little tired and the toilet didnt flush well plus shower base didnt flow away so flooded floor. Bed was missing a foot so we felt like our legs were higher than ourheads
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Dominic
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small and too hot for comfortable sleep. Bar food OK but nothing special. However, staff are brilliant, pub excellent and breakfast (and the lady who served it) very excellent! Location seems a nice and safe area too.
Room was small and too hot for comfortable sleep. Bar food OK but nothing special. However, staff are brilliant, pub excellent and breakfast (and the lady who served it) very excellent! Location seems a nice and safe area too.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and efficient, with smooth check-ins. A few guests reported communication or issue-resolution problems.
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Julie
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent, good value Inn, friendly and helpful staff, lovely comfy room, would definitely visit again, would highly recommend
Excellent, good value Inn, friendly and helpful staff, lovely comfy room, would definitely visit again, would highly recommend
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Barry
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Whilst the actual stay was generally acceptable, we had SERIOUS issue concerning our return booking 11/12 June (Ref. 73064796017052). Upon booking this return we pre-contacted the manager who confirmed that our late ferry arrival circa 11:30pm could accomodate late access, given prior notice. However the manager 3/4th June would/ could not re-confirm late access availability, nor communicate this for/to the later manager even with prior notice. A company administration/ communication customer failure. We then cancelled our return booking to a welcoming alternative hotel who had no such isssue !!! Won't visit Shah of Persia again.
Whilst the actual stay was generally acceptable, we had SERIOUS issue concerning our return booking 11/12 June (Ref. 73064796017052). Upon booking this return we pre-contacted the manager who confirmed that our late ferry arrival circa 11:30pm could accomodate late access, given prior notice. However the manager 3/4th June would/ could not re-confirm late access availability, nor communicate this for/to the later manager even with prior notice. A company administration/ communication customer failure. We then cancelled our return booking to a welcoming alternative hotel who had no such isssue !!! Won't visit Shah of Persia again.
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Christopher
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
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Simon
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff upon arrival and throughout my stay were polite and friendly, an assets to the Marston's chain. The room was clean and had everything you needed. The Shower had good consistent water pressure.
The staff upon arrival and throughout my stay were polite and friendly, an assets to the Marston's chain. The room was clean and had everything you needed. The Shower had good consistent water pressure.
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Michael
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
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Suzanne
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were very friendly and happy and efficient in any way they could help.
Staff were very friendly and happy and efficient in any way they could help.
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Richard
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service from start to finish. Pleasant staff and spotlessly clean room.
Great service from start to finish. Pleasant staff and spotlessly clean room.
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graham
Feb 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very noisy road could not close window moldy bathroom car park not safe my car was damaged and staff not intressded never use again left very tied and unrested
Very noisy road could not close window moldy bathroom car park not safe my car was damaged and staff not intressded never use again left very tied and unrested
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Christian
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hosts great food and the best bed I've stayed in at a hotel for years, Staff where amazing breakfast was lush and reasonably priced
Great hosts great food and the best bed I've stayed in at a hotel for years, Staff where amazing breakfast was lush and reasonably priced
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Josly
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very bad experience after booking I reach there in pay at property condition before my arrival property grab money from my friend account without his authorization we tried to clarify they put us in black list and didn't give rooms, we face very difficult to find another stay my rating about this property 1 out of 10.
Very bad experience after booking I reach there in pay at property condition before my arrival property grab money from my friend account without his authorization we tried to clarify they put us in black list and didn't give rooms, we face very difficult to find another stay my rating about this property 1 out of 10.
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Location
Convenient for Poole, the quay, the hospital and the ferry, with bus stops and walkable access mentioned. However, it sits on a busy main road and several guests experienced traffic noise.
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sharon
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were travelling to the ferry so stayed 1 night. The ferry took a few minutes to get to so an excellent location. You can walk to the town and Quay which was nice after a long drive. Evening meal was lovely, hot and inexpensive. The staff were all exceptionally helpful. The room was really clean and the bed very comfortable. Easy to park with plenty of spaces. Our room was on the front of the building so facing the main road. There is a 24/7 A&E a bit further down the road, the noise was ok once we closed the double glazing. There was some noise in the room from, I assume an extractor fan. That was the only downside. It was suitable for us for 1 or 2 nights.
We were travelling to the ferry so stayed 1 night. The ferry took a few minutes to get to so an excellent location. You can walk to the town and Quay which was nice after a long drive. Evening meal was lovely, hot and inexpensive. The staff were all exceptionally helpful. The room was really clean and the bed very comfortable. Easy to park with plenty of spaces. Our room was on the front of the building so facing the main road. There is a 24/7 A&E a bit further down the road, the noise was ok once we closed the double glazing. There was some noise in the room from, I assume an extractor fan. That was the only downside. It was suitable for us for 1 or 2 nights.
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Christopher
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
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DAVID
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This property needs an update, very poorly maintained. Traffic noise all night, sleep was impossible.
This property needs an update, very poorly maintained. Traffic noise all night, sleep was impossible.
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Mike
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely meal in the evening. Friendly warm staff. Only thing I’d say is ask for a room at the hotels rear as road was quite noisy
Lovely meal in the evening. Friendly warm staff. Only thing I’d say is ask for a room at the hotels rear as road was quite noisy
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Michael
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
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Paul
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel on a main road. The double glazing was broken and had a a panel missing resulting in very early morning noise. The room was also tired and in need of decoration as was the rest of the pub. The hotel did not represent good value for money
Hotel on a main road. The double glazing was broken and had a a panel missing resulting in very early morning noise. The room was also tired and in need of decoration as was the rest of the pub. The hotel did not represent good value for money
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Fraser
Nov 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to Poole
Close to Poole
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Ross
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, unfortunately by a busy main road. Food and staff are lovely however the windows in the rooms could do with being double glazed, it is quite loud when traffic is going past, especially on a hot day and the windows are open.
Nice hotel, unfortunately by a busy main road. Food and staff are lovely however the windows in the rooms could do with being double glazed, it is quite loud when traffic is going past, especially on a hot day and the windows are open.
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Adrian
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Central for Poole and Bournemouth our room needs refurbishing staff were friendly,value for money.
Central for Poole and Bournemouth our room needs refurbishing staff were friendly,value for money.
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sharon
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bedroom was right near a busy road, windows had to be closed thus making the room hot and stuffy even with a fan. Bathroom was a little tired and the toilet didnt flush well plus shower base didnt flow away so flooded floor. Bed was missing a foot so we felt like our legs were higher than ourheads
Bedroom was right near a busy road, windows had to be closed thus making the room hot and stuffy even with a fan. Bathroom was a little tired and the toilet didnt flush well plus shower base didnt flow away so flooded floor. Bed was missing a foot so we felt like our legs were higher than ourheads
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Dining
On-site pub meals are generally enjoyed and reasonably priced, with several guests praising the breakfasts. There are occasional criticisms of limited menus, slow service, or cold/greasy items.
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James A
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff. Room a little small.and hot No window to open. Bathroom clean and shower ok Had food whilst there. Only real negative.it was cold. Would i stay again in that room No
Pleasant staff. Room a little small.and hot No window to open. Bathroom clean and shower ok Had food whilst there. Only real negative.it was cold. Would i stay again in that room No
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Christopher
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
The staff were friendly, helpful, approachable and attentive. They were very hard working. A credit to the team. The food was reasonably priced and was very tasty. Would definitely return and would definitely recommend. Thank you. Location: 20 minutes walk into town and a couple of minutes from the bus stop. Very convenient.
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Michael
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
Check in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Bathroom was clean with a good shower. Location was just right for us. The pub downstairs had a good range of beers and the food was good.
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Peter
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was ideal for a one night stay in Poole. Pleasant room. I arrived early evening and was able to order a meal straight away. Good food reasonably priced - this applies to breakfast as well.
This hotel was ideal for a one night stay in Poole. Pleasant room. I arrived early evening and was able to order a meal straight away. Good food reasonably priced - this applies to breakfast as well.
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Christian
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hosts great food and the best bed I've stayed in at a hotel for years, Staff where amazing breakfast was lush and reasonably priced
Great hosts great food and the best bed I've stayed in at a hotel for years, Staff where amazing breakfast was lush and reasonably priced
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K
Dec 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast unavailable as we were leaving early. Room was clean and quite spacious even with extra bed for kids put in it. Main bed was huge, but the matress was uncomfortable, not supportive at all. Plenty of pillows, bedding was nice. Bathroom was very poor, floor looks like a public toilets floor, one of the taps was broken, shower had bits of black mould around the rim. Had dinner in the pub, on a Sunday night before Christmas, the menu was very limited, no festive options, unless pre-ordered. Being Martons pub, we were unpleasantly surprised there was only one ale available. Bar floor sticky, whole restaurant area had unpleasant smell. Food was taking forever to come out, to the point me and kids left the pub and went to our room, leaving husband behind to wait for their dessert to come. Food was nice enough, on a average side. Staff was very nice, that was the only positive.
Breakfast unavailable as we were leaving early. Room was clean and quite spacious even with extra bed for kids put in it. Main bed was huge, but the matress was uncomfortable, not supportive at all. Plenty of pillows, bedding was nice. Bathroom was very poor, floor looks like a public toilets floor, one of the taps was broken, shower had bits of black mould around the rim. Had dinner in the pub, on a Sunday night before Christmas, the menu was very limited, no festive options, unless pre-ordered. Being Martons pub, we were unpleasantly surprised there was only one ale available. Bar floor sticky, whole restaurant area had unpleasant smell. Food was taking forever to come out, to the point me and kids left the pub and went to our room, leaving husband behind to wait for their dessert to come. Food was nice enough, on a average side. Staff was very nice, that was the only positive.
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Carmela
Mar 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean with very comfy beds. Helpful, friendly staff and amazing breakfast
Clean with very comfy beds. Helpful, friendly staff and amazing breakfast
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Dominic
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was small and too hot for comfortable sleep. Bar food OK but nothing special. However, staff are brilliant, pub excellent and breakfast (and the lady who served it) very excellent! Location seems a nice and safe area too.
Room was small and too hot for comfortable sleep. Bar food OK but nothing special. However, staff are brilliant, pub excellent and breakfast (and the lady who served it) very excellent! Location seems a nice and safe area too.
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MARK
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Water pressure was very good. Room was tired with zip link bed keep coming apart, huge stain on carpet. We bought breakfast, quality was very poor.
Water pressure was very good. Room was tired with zip link bed keep coming apart, huge stain on carpet. We bought breakfast, quality was very poor.
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Lucille
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff very pleasant and helpful. Food was lovely. Room was quiet and comfortable.
Staff very pleasant and helpful. Food was lovely. Room was quiet and comfortable.
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Ian
Sep 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Run down property Tv did not work very expensive for a small room .needs major refurbishment.
Run down property Tv did not work very expensive for a small room .needs major refurbishment.
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Amanda
Aug 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It was exactly what I needed at the time. Place could do with a bit of a refresh and update. Staff were exceptional, really welcoming and helpful.
It was exactly what I needed at the time. Place could do with a bit of a refresh and update. Staff were exceptional, really welcoming and helpful.
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Rebecca
Aug 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely large family room with very comfortable beds. We had a continental breakfast which was very yummy. The staff were excellent, very friendly and welcoming. The pub itself is a little tired but I would still highly recommend staying here for trips to Poole.
Lovely large family room with very comfortable beds. We had a continental breakfast which was very yummy. The staff were excellent, very friendly and welcoming. The pub itself is a little tired but I would still highly recommend staying here for trips to Poole.
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David
Jul 7, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Basic accommodation but good staff
Basic accommodation but good staff
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Andrew
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Just a bit noisy during the night since the intersection is just outside 😅
Just a bit noisy during the night since the intersection is just outside 😅
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FAQs about Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site. Limited parking spaces are provided.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 9.75 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Specific details about bathroom accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Poole (Oakdale), just a 4-minute drive from Poole Harbour and 9 minutes from Bournemouth International Centre. Nearby attractions include Poole Park (0.7 km), Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts (1.4 km), and Bournemouth Beach (4.4 mi).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-20: 111.9788467223053USD
- 2026-10-21: 144.8590367897339USD
- 2026-10-22: 113.90988934042359USD
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- 2026-10-25: 62.43867902689362USD
- 2026-10-26: 75.55588678222657USD
- 2026-10-27: 109.47915314945985USD
- 2026-10-28: 86.39293670048524USD
- 2026-10-29: 84.00722682504272USD
- 2026-10-30: 85.70093258671571USD
- 2026-10-31: 98.97274074130249USD
- 2026-11-01: 61.067705827339175USD
- 2026-11-02: 72.7293069096985USD
- 2026-11-03: 96.81017649932862USD
- 2026-11-04: 87.76990498518371USD
- 2026-11-05: 67.82680890434266USD
- 2026-11-06: 70.71305700286865USD
- 2026-11-07: 85.37100592242432USD
- 2026-11-08: 62.43867902689362USD
- 2026-11-09: 70.21113134579468USD
- 2026-11-10: 118.3361292175293USD
- 2026-11-11: 74.65869659719849USD
- 2026-11-12: 67.82680890434266USD
- 2026-11-13: 64.58690216876221USD
- 2026-11-14: 134.50656103926087USD
- 2026-11-15: 62.43867902689362USD
- 2026-11-16: 67.74985770431519USD
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- 2026-11-18: 77.31468203974914USD
- 2026-11-19: 68.2288350318985USD
- 2026-11-20: 64.58690216876221USD
- 2026-11-21: 94.3668966776886USD
- 2026-11-22: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-11-23: 68.21883608631897USD
- 2026-11-24: 90.95845096989441USD
- 2026-11-25: 71.62728179411316USD
- 2026-11-26: 62.43867902689362USD
- 2026-11-27: 67.74985770431519USD
- 2026-11-28: 96.81017649932862USD
- 2026-11-29: 62.43867902689362USD
- 2026-11-30: 68.34108871901704USD
- 2026-12-01: 68.2288350318985USD
- 2026-12-02: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-03: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-04: 71.62728179411316USD
- 2026-12-05: 83.00208228538514USD
- 2026-12-06: 60.61792028220368USD
- 2026-12-07: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-08: 68.34108871901704USD
- 2026-12-09: 68.21883608631897USD
- 2026-12-10: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-11: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-12: 79.5936451419983USD
- 2026-12-13: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-14: 71.62728179411316USD
- 2026-12-15: 71.62728179411316USD
- 2026-12-16: 69.91966315270234USD
- 2026-12-17: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-18: 65.94987621185302USD
- 2026-12-19: 79.5936451419983USD
- 2026-12-20: 65.94987621185302USD
There is no front desk at this property. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 9.75 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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