Holiday Inn Express Poole is 20 minutes' walk from Poole's ferry port with connections to France and the Channel Islands. The hotel is less than 1 mi away from Poole Rail Station and the restaurants of Poole Quay, the largest natural harbor in Europe. There is free WiFi in all areas. The en-suite contemporary rooms have flat-screen Freeview TVs, power showers, hairdryers, telephones and blackout curtains. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet each morning. The Holiday Inn Express Poole has a 24-hour reception desk, a restaurant and a modern lounge and bar area with Sky Sports. Three fully-equipped modern meeting rooms are also available. The famous Lighthouse theater, Dolphin Shopping Center, bars and cafes are found only 5 minutes away on foot. Sandbanks and award-winning sandy beaches are only 15 minutes away by car. Bournemouth Airport is 9.9 mi from Holiday Inn Express Poole.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.3
Free Wifi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lesley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very helpful and friendly staff. Went out of their way to help.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was clean and comfortable bathroom excellent.the room this time had a large tv which was great.the breakfast were good also we had a meal in the evening very relaxed and great service.
  • Lucie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was extremely central. Parking was great. You do pay £8 for 24 hrs. Had cooked breakfast which was absolutely fine. Room was a great size and clean.
  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff at the hotel were very welcoming. The room was lovely, clean and comfortable. We had a very tasty evening meal, even though I hadn't realized that the hotel had an onsite restaurant, which was a bonus.
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Joseph is an excellent staff member or manager, he did a great job made sure everything was in order
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was great, Joseph a great manager always make sure everything was in order and clean
  • Marilyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Big room clean. Breakfast was nice. Staff friendly.
  • Lise
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was terrific. Liked my room and amenities. Close to Poole Park and the shopping district. Staff were extremely nice. I was quite pleased with my stay!
  • Marlene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room clean and comfortable. Very good breakfast. Staff helpful.
  • Ilene
    United States of America United States of America
    I've stayed in many Holiday Inn Express hotels in the US and this one in Poole was exceptional. Friendly staff. The breakfast was so organized and the staff kept everything immaculate. High praise for this establishment. I'll remember to book a...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Great Room
    • Cuisine
      American • British • Indian • Pizza • Seafood
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £8.50 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Holiday Inn Express Poole offers car parking at the rear of the hotel, which is monitored by an external company. Parking is charged per night and guests are required to enter their car registration details on arrival.

Please note that all rooms are cleaned as per IHG Clean Promise.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel

  • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Great Room

  • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet

  • Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Poole. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from Holiday Inn Express Poole, an IHG Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.