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The Anchorage

4.0 star property
Poole inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Beach nearby
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
At The Anchorage, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Bournemouth International Centre and Poole Harbour. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this inn is within a short drive of Bournemouth Beach.

Reviews

8.2 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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
47 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, England, BH13 7LH

What's nearby

  • Compton Acres - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canford Cliffs Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Branksome Chine Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sandbanks Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alum Chine Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 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

  • ‪Penn Central - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jenkins & Sons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Inn in the Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rockwater - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Anchorage

At The Anchorage, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Bournemouth International Centre and Poole Harbour. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this inn is within a short drive of Bournemouth Beach.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

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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Reviews

The Anchorage Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Service staff
Food
Bedrooms
Restaurant
Beach
Location
Shower
Walking
Building

Reviews

8/10 Very good

overnight stay

Very comfortable stay, very clean and location excellent for the beach,and the staff were friendly & helpful
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

Staff very efficient, professional and friendly. Very knowledgeable and willing to help in anyway possible. Highly recommend the Anchoage.
Steve, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room was lovely - but kitchen staff below it were super noisy - lots of shouting. Feels under (experienced) staffed and unwelcoming.
Heather, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

All good, would use again. Very friendly staff.
robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10 Weekend Stay

Unexpectedly good. Really affordable and the food was outstanding!! Will definitely be returning soon! 10/10
L, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The window in bedroom was fixed to only open marginally. Hopeless on a hot night.
Roger, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Picturesque

Lovely stay
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was great & the service was the best ever & while the building needs up dating it was very clean & tidy.
Craig, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Maggie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good room

This room was very practical and suited us well
Jill, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Attending a wedding at Compton Acres so very convenient. Less than 10 min walk to venue. Breakfast not included so the cost can add up as coffee, tea, toast and juice are all extras in addition to the price of the breakfast!!! The first morning we were there, there was no orange juice, no kippers no butter for the toast either! Refreshments in room very limited...Only 2 tea bags (and not replaced for second night either)
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden gem

One of the best hotels there is; the staff are super lovely and it’s in a great location
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fairly basic room, but sufficient. The food was very good. Friendly staff.
Adam, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Update needed

Room was clean but in desperate need of a refurb, loose fitting handles, shower temp almost impossible to change. Noise from the restaurant is intrusive.
Stewart, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location friendly staff good service, food very good and sensibly priced however the accommodation needs a bit of an upgrade in terms of electrical connections. In todays age more communication is made from mobile .Hotel lacked charging and electrical points, people need to be aware so they can take adequate connections
Douglas, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The rooms were small for the price, and the shower didn’t work well
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place. Comfortable. Clean. Fantastic staff.
Catherine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff. Good food.

The staff were amazing. Helpful and very friendly
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were really welcoming and the food was excellent
garry, 1-night trip