86 Parkstone Road, Poole, BH15 2QE, United Kingdom
#7 of 22 B&Bs and Inns in Poole
Guests' ChoiceBased on 195 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 April 2024
Anonymous
United KingdomI 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
Janet
United Kingdomcan’t think of anything
friendly welcome, spotlessly clean, room very comfortable, immaculate decor, superb continental breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Victoria
United StatesNothing
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
Elizabeth
United KingdomNothing
Excellent plenty of choice
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Mr
United KingdomLovely 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
Jane
United KingdomThe 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
Robert
GuernseyNothing - was all good
Breakfast was delicious Room was lovely
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Chris
United KingdomIf 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
Ron
United KingdomWould 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
Sazeeb
United KingdomThe 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
Neil
United KingdomRoom 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
Julie
United KingdomEverything 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
Sue
United KingdomIt 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
Patricia
United KingdomTelevision was not very modern
Breakfast and location were excellent . Friendly owner.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Jnaik
United KingdomN/A
Friendly and good location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Goksel
United KingdomLimited parking space.
Room and breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 4 July 2023
Sally
United KingdomA 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
Wendy
United KingdomWould 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
Jayne
United KingdomIt'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
John
United KingdomN/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
Christine
United KingdomNothing 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
Pauline
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 4 June 2023
Kathleen
United KingdomNothing.
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
Penny
United KingdomI 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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