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Reviews of South Rising Guest House

86 Parkstone Road, Poole, BH15 2QE, United Kingdom

#7 of 22 B&Bs and Inns in Poole

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 195 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    An easy-going, comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had everything I needed in my room for a comfortable stay. It felt safe for a solo traveller.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    10
    Brilliant. Will definitely return
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    can’t think of anything

    friendly welcome, spotlessly clean, room very comfortable, immaculate decor, superb continental breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    9.0
    A friendly affordable place to stay in a nice little seaside town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It is a comfortable room with friendly hosts. The location is close to Poole Park so a nice place to walk is right there. There are several places to get food close at hand. It’s also not a far walk from the shopping center and high street. It was perfect for my purposes! And I loved having a tiny towel warmer in my bathroom!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    10
    Felt at home warm welcome from my hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent plenty of choice

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    8.0
    A weekend away in Poole to visit family & friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely little weekend away which we enjoyed, albeit the weather. South Rising stay was lovely. Our hosts were great with communication, the room albeit a little on the small side was clean, tidy, comfortable & had everything we needed for the duration of our stay. Breakfast choice was varied & we both enjoyed it. Parking is a little tight with other guests staying/parking & tricky as it's on a main Poole road, but as i knew the area i knew that in advance, but nothing to worry about. Very close to Poole Park to which you can walk into Poole Town. I'd be happy to stay again in the future.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    9.0
    Very comfortable and friendly stay at, I would go back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only thing I did not like was the shower as it was a little small for me.

    The breakfast was very good and tasty and menu had a lot to choose from . The location of the guest house was a short walk to the town and the quay. Poole park was very good and lots to see. It was easy to park the car outside the guest house. I would go back to the guest house for another stay.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - was all good

    Breakfast was delicious Room was lovely

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If in front beds, road noise can be an issue.

    Caroline, the hostess with the mostess is brill. Excellent breakfast, gaff is just perfect.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    10
    We were very well looked after.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have liked a Local Pub.

    On a bus route,town within walking distance and a lovely park with Cafe's close by

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Amazing with cleaned and organized with politeness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The service was really outstanding beyond our expectations. Room was so clean organized and specially the lady who is in charge at the moment she is brilliantly helpful with such a lovely smile on her face all the time. I stayed in room 3 by mistake my alarm didn’t work but she didn’t came and disturb in our sleep and she allowed us late check out and took care of us so nicely. I really loved this place. If I ever visit Bournemouth or Poole next time I will definitely choose her place at first place.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a little on the small side but ok for a couple of nights.

    Host was helpful. Nice breakfast. Near Poole park. Clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    10
    Homely guest house in Poole
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. We have no complaints whatsoever.

    Caroline is a very friendly and welcoming host who went out her way to ensure that we were comfortable and had everything we needed during our stay The house is very homely and spotlessly clean. Our room had a comfortable bed, drinks making facilities, TV and ample storage space for our belongings Our en-suite bathroom was modern, bright and clean with toiletries and towels supplied. The breakfast was exceptional with a full English and choice of cereals with lots of lovely fresh fruit. Caroline offered us flexible dining times and even made up some bacon sandwiches to eat on the go whilst working at a local festival There was free parking provided at the accommodation.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a very inviting guesthouse, host lovely and helpful . Room very comfortable and very clean . Serviced every day.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    8.0
    A comfortable stay in a very well run ,friendly b&b. Would definitely stay again if in area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Television was not very modern

    Breakfast and location were excellent . Friendly owner.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    10
    Thanks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Friendly and good location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    8.0
    Cosy stay in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited parking space.

    Room and breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit too far from the Quay, we did walk but would prefer to be closer.

    Very clean. Fabulous breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2023

    10
    South Rising - Simply the Best!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have preferred not to have been situated on a busy + noisy road but the very high standards within South Rising Guest House fully compensated for it.

    Really liked everything about South Rising Guest House but the breakfasts were particularly amazing.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's really close to the park which allows a really picturesque route into town. The breakfast was perfect. The room clean bright and modern. Caroline is just lovely

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    The room and bed were very comfy, good breakfast and lovely host, Caroline, great location, walking distance to the Quay via the park. Wll definately stay again, overall happy man, great 2 nights stay.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    10
    Comfortable and lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing really, only the fact it was on a main road.

    The breakfast was excellent. The guest house was on a main road but we had a room at the back and did not hear the traffic. Poole Park was behind us, such a lovely place to walk.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    8.0
    Welcoming, clean and convenient to town, breakfast outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    10
    We had a great weekend. We would definitely stay at the property again if they have a room available 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Very easy to find and good parking at the property. About 15 to 20 minutes walk to town centre and quay but very pleasant walk through very large park the entrance to which was a short walk from the property.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    10
    Comfy bed, very nice room and extremely good breakfast.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can't think of anything that could be improved.

    Excellent breakfast - fresh fruit salad and yoghurt followed by wonderful full English, well cooked and hot. The host was very friendly and catered for my every need, refreshing the supplies in my room when needed.

    Stayed in May 2023

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