Title: Oakdale Travel Guide: Best of Oakdale, Poole Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Oakdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakdale-Poole-Hotels.0-n553248635976007289-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Poole](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Poole](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Oakdale Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Oakdale.d553248635976007289.Car-Hire-Guide)[Oakdale Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakdale.d553248635976007289.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Oakdale Travel Guide ## Poole ![Poole : Poole Town Football Club Nobody is playing football here at the moment, but come Saturday Poole will be out on the pitch.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/6250773b-ae2d-4a7e-b711-0173befff8ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/6250773b-ae2d-4a7e-b711-0173befff8ee.jpg) by [Lewis Clarke](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/11775) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Poole : Poole Town Football Club Nobody is playing football here at the moment, but come Saturday Poole will be out on the pitch.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/6250773b-ae2d-4a7e-b711-0173befff8ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/6250773b-ae2d-4a7e-b711-0173befff8ee.jpg) by [Lewis Clarke](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/11775) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Stanley Green, recreation ground Tatnam Farm Recreation Ground, off Stanley Green Road; Poole Town FC ground behind the bushes to the right.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/afe38f68-e8c0-461c-bb44-ce8e87dc8988.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007289/afe38f68-e8c0-461c-bb44-ce8e87dc8988.jpg) by [Mike Faherty](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/30470) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Oakdale Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Poole travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole.dx5659) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150277/d21d7868-ece4-47a2-a683-9c5597cf5457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poole Harbour Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole-Harbour-Poole.d6150277.Attraction) ![Xx](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5659/64ccaa88-dbba-4a60-8ca2-f96b2b94329a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandbanks Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandbanks-Beach-Poole.d553248634855571724.Attraction) ![532219439](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635930352870/f0dc0470-4b71-4a3f-9e87-e8c77a19c1f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poole Quay Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole-Quay-Poole.d553248635930352870.Attraction) ![Brownsea Castle which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092125/08046915-27dc-449e-a714-6f9010ecceb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brownsea Castle Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brownsea-Castle-Poole.d6092125.Attraction) ![Aqua Lifeboat Quay and the RNLI training college viewed at dusk from across Holes Bay, Poole, Dorset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5659/060b3440-bf0d-4afd-899b-6f3c2cf22641.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### RNLI College Enjoy the student vibe at RNLI College as part of your travels around Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/RNLI-College-Poole.d553248634855452293.Attraction) ![Compton Acres which includes a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263629/b6d0283f-d7bf-463f-8750-4de680588fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Compton Acres The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Compton-Acres-Poole.d6263629.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4566303/49192bcd-bf3b-49c5-86cf-5060e6e3dc5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip £39 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) ![From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5095212/7efc07d0-e68e-4c5e-8577-2ae042339b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour £55 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) ![Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50180336/2f3d566a-ea40-4848-a73a-27d4b3352b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) [See all activities in Poole](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Oakdale ![Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11900000/11900000/11899987/21537fef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns 173 Longfleet Road Poole England £52 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this inn in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Poole ... 8/10 Very Good! (252 reviews) Nice rooms and staff No hot water was my only gripe shower just warm and only warm water in morning so no shave Breakfast very nice Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=11899987&PinnedHotelID=11899987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) ![Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19693/68ed4575_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa 7 Durley Chine Road Bournemouth England Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £63 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) The room was very clean, the hotel was lovely and clean. The spa was amazing and all the staff in the hotel were very friendly. Would definitely recommend the hotel and would stay there again 🙂 Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=19693&PinnedHotelID=19693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) ![Laguna Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3539200/3539153/b2ed4724_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Laguna Hotel 6 Suffolk Road South Bournemouth England £39 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews) Rooms dated. Could do with re decorating and a bit more modern. New mattress and new bedding wouldn't hurt. My partner booked this hotel so we could go in pool and ms to go in the jacuzzi to help my back as I had a back operation. The pool was full on Friday and Saturday with slot of children so ... Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=3539153&PinnedHotelID=3539153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) ![Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2200/2165/09b6af3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth Bath Road Bournemouth England £48 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their ... 7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Staff were lovely and very helpful Room was to hot and not enough pillows sorry to say this because I took my granddaughter and we really enjoyed everything so not a complaint more an observation thank you and we will come again. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=2165&PinnedHotelID=2165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) ![Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/691300/691226/af1cdc3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel 105 St. Michael's Road Bournemouth England £74 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (502 reviews) Clean room. Nice bar area. Breakfast was a bit cold but we arrived for breakfast later than expected. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=691226&PinnedHotelID=691226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) ![Village Hotel Bournemouth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376400/1376313/891c7205_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Hotel Bournemouth Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road Bournemouth England £71 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Clean room easy to check in great food Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1376313&PinnedHotelID=1376313&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007289) [See all 3,043 properties in Oakdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007289) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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A visit to Parkstone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Splashdown Waterpark and Tower Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole-Parkstone.dx553248635149821840) ![Poole Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/905dc084-a0ee-4061-b194-336227f33919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Poole Old Town Visitors to Poole Old Town rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Scaplen’s Court Museum or Poole Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole-Poole-Old-Town.dx553248621533024116) ![Evening Hill, Poole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5659/e5c9c336-118f-461a-8841-1e58f3d0756d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lilliput When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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