At The Anchorage, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Pier are within a short drive.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (5)
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Hairdryer
Room options
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47 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, England, BH13 7LH
What's nearby
Alum Chine Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Bournemouth Pier - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Bournemouth Beach - 12 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 15 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 42 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 114 min drive
Branksome Station - 4 min drive
Parkstone Station - 9 min drive
Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Sandbanks Beach Cafe - 3 min drive
Branksome Chine Beach Goods Shop - 16 min walk
Compton Acres - 5 min walk
Rick Stein, Sandbanks - 3 min drive
Branksome Beach Restaurant - 16 min walk
About this property
The Anchorage
At The Anchorage, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Pier are within a short drive.
Languages
English, French, Hungarian, Polish
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 21 March 2024 to 20 March 2026 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Milsoms Hotel Poole
Milsoms Poole
Milsoms Hotel Poole, Dorset
The Anchorage Inn
The Anchorage Poole
The Anchorage Inn Poole
Loch Fyne Restaurant Hotel Poole
Frequently asked questions
Is The Anchorage currently open?
This property is closed from 21 March 2024 to 20 March 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does The Anchorage offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Anchorage does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Anchorage?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Anchorage?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Anchorage.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Anchorage?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Anchorage?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (8-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Anchorage?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Anchorage like?
The Anchorage is a short 15-minute walk from Sandbanks Beach and 4 minutes' walk from Compton Acres.
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The Anchorage Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 May 2023
overnight stay
Very comfortable stay, very clean and location excellent for the beach,and the staff were friendly & helpful
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2022
Picturesque
Lovely stay
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 March 2023
All good, would use again. Very friendly staff.
robert
robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2022
10/10 Weekend Stay
Unexpectedly good. Really affordable and the food was outstanding!! Will definitely be returning soon! 10/10
L
L, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 June 2023
Highly recommended
Staff very efficient, professional and friendly. Very knowledgeable and willing to help in anyway possible. Highly recommend the Anchoage.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 April 2023
The Anchorage was lovely and the staff could not have been more helpful , kind and chatty. The decor is good, but the bedrooms lack light ,mirrors, shelf space and the heating is very noisy.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
2 June 2023
Room was lovely - but kitchen staff below it were super noisy - lots of shouting. Feels under (experienced) staffed and unwelcoming.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
19 August 2022
Room was very small was more suitable for a single person the room .Property on the whole very tired and sad. The whole property needed a complete deep clean very disappointed as Location is the best.
Dianne
Dianne, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
25 August 2022
The window in bedroom was fixed to only open marginally. Hopeless on a hot night.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 July 2023
Seagull alarm clock and available menu
Room was comfortable however the seagulls kept us awake every morning from 5am walking on the roof (Room5)
There were a couple of examples where ingredients listed for food items on the menu were left out, proving to be a disappointment for some dishes. The gnocchi didn't have any chestnuts, The pancakes didn't have coconut yoghurt for example.
More vegetarian options would have been welcomed.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 May 2023
The bedroom was very very dark. I did mention it to the gentleman but he seemed uninterested by my comments.
The tea/coffee tray was inside the wardrobe on a shelf. It was so dark in the room I had to use the light on my phone to get items. That's despite there being 3 small lamps scattered about and a floor lamp. There wasn't a main ceiling light. May be a light to come on as you open the wardrobe door.
It's a very very small room and there are 3 chairs and a table in it. Not necessary.
There was a good book of how to... and tips for the local area. The nesspresso machine was nice and there was a lovely Roberts radio so some luxurious items.
The bathroom was beautiful Stylish and bright. However there was not a bath so we had to use a hand towel. Nice toiletries and a wonderful shower.
Bev
Bev, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 March 2024
Maximilian
Maximilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 February 2024
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2023
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2023
Lennart
Lennart, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
16 April 2023
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 February 2023
shea
shea, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
9 October 2022
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
17 September 2022
scott
scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2022
Tobias
Tobias, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 March 2022
Excellent
We went for an overnight get-away and were very pleased. Tomas on Reception greeted and told us where the room was. The room was compact but perfectly formed. The shower room (again compact) was spotless, however, the boarding behind the sink could do with a bit of attention but that's the only negative. There was a big, walk-in cupboard/wardrobe with hanging space, iron and ironing board. Plenty of room for luggage and even a pushchair. Starters and nibbles are on offer in the bar area, which we enjoyed for lunch and we were booked for dinner in the evening. Mark gave some recommendations which were amazing. Thank you. Tomas was back on duty at breakfast and the Eggs Benedict/Royale were spot on delicious. Extremely good service and fabulous food. We will be back.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 March 2022
Was great & the service was the best ever & while the building needs up dating it was very clean & tidy.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 February 2022
Business
Rooms are small but that’s ok, mattress is way to hard and could do with being more middle of the road. Restaurant is top notch as is service
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 February 2022
A not so bargain short break in a good location.
I found accessibility was a challenge. Toilets and bedrooms upstairs were difficult for me, as I have mobility issues. The room was clean and reasonably well presented but short voile curtains and basic soap, limited milk cartons, and a very low side chair made it all feel 3*. Good value for money for the room but we spent more eating than we expected to.