81 Commercial Road, Poole, BH14 0JB, United Kingdom
#11 of 14 hotels in Poole
Guests' ChoiceBased on 590 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Location
8.3
Facilities
7.8
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 28, 2024
James
United KingdomNothing
Great staff, lovely food and super location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Julie
United KingdomThere was no breakfast available because we hadn't told them in advance - although we didn't know that. But there were other breakfast places very nearby so it was easily sorted.
The room, location and price
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Peter
United KingdomLocated slightly away from the very touristy centre made it good place for an overnight stop. Plenty of non-chain restaurants nearby (for fine dining try Thirteen) and the food and drink at Ox looked good but did not try it as we were only there for one night. Rooms clean and adequate; good modern bathroom
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomThe hotel still needs some renovation, however that isn’t a fair criticism as I think they are aware of this as its great value for money!
There was a new bathroom, beautiful big bed, staff polite and helpful. I opted to have breakfast and it was delicious and great value.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomTv remote need batteries …. !!
Bed was excellent …bath/shower room was very nice .. clean and spacious. Everything was very good staff friendly… and chatty. Kettle does not fit under the tap ..??? … but I had bottled water … I would stay there again.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Kate
United KingdomAll good!
Great B&B just two minutes from where we were going out to a party
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Aleksandra
United KingdomThere was no space at the carpark for customers
Good central location, clean and specious
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
Hinds
United Kingdomvery little
very satisfactory
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Rebekah
United KingdomPoor lighting when trying to apply make up for a night out but managed.
Room was great value… staff were exceptional, very friendly and helpful. Food in the evening was delicious. Checkin was speedy. Staff gave a warm welcome. Bed was comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 22, 2024
Michael
United KingdomAlthough the room was cold, the staff were very helpful and brought an electric radiator.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2024
Jackie
United KingdomThe decor is a tad tired and could do with a little attention . On a purely personal level i would have preferred if there had of been a door between the shower/ toilet area but that really is my personal preference.
The staff were super helpful and a shout out to Mary who we met when we turned up at the Ox. She took us through all the information required to make our stay comfortable . The location of the Ox is fab , close to Ashley Cross which has a host of eateries and within walking distance to Poole , Poole park and other areas of interest. The rooms were cleaned , towels replaced and the tea tray replenished on a daily basis another shout out to staff who made this happen. i should also mention that toiletries were also provided. The bed was really comfortable and although the accommodation is above a pub/restaurant we were not aware of any noise coming from these areas .
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Joanne
United KingdomThe lighting was very dark in the rooms , which made it difficult to do make up even in the bathroom. There is no dressing table or chair in room three either but a small one would fit in
The cleaning staff are so helpful and friendly and the food in the restaurant is excellent
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Amanda
United KingdomNothing - it was great!
Lovely room, really friendly staff and great location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: January 4, 2024
Gary
United KingdomRoom lighting was a little dark
Location great. Staff amazing
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 15, 2023
Ian
United KingdomConvenient location, friendly staff, comfortable room.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 11, 2023
Leslie
United KingdomThe carparking. the hotel does have a tiny carpark, but this was full and difficult to drive in or out of. There is a public carpark a few feet away. I advise you to pay by app. You need to pay at 8 am.
I liked the location. The hotel is also a popular bar. There are plenty of bars and food places in the area. The room was large and clean with tea and coffee, making facilities. The hotel has a very popular Thai restaurant. The full English breakfast included was very good.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 4, 2023
Claire
United KingdomHeating was not sufficient in our room, so was very cold in room & ensuite.
Great location, good size comfortable room
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2023
Paul
United KingdomBrilliant location, the staff very polite and professional, there's loads of bars and restaurants within quarter mile radius but I would say the food in the Ox was also very good.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 6, 2023
Angela
United KingdomSofa needs rewebbing in bedroom. Lighting needs improving in bedroom - only 3 lightbulbs in a 5 bulb chandelier. Photos on website need updating to reflect change in decor.
Bed comfortable. Breakfast very nice and the smashed avocado was very filling. Bar was the perfect meeting place for the start of our evening and provided shots at the end of the night :)
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Richard
United KingdomNot much-aforementioned traffic noise.
Large, airy room (albeit facing the road, so traffic noise) , well appointed. Excellent host/staff member(?)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 31, 2023
Esther
United KingdomThe room was very dark so could barley see to do my make up, which is very necessary these days 😂
Very convenient for our plans.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Chloe
United KingdomNo bathroom door?
Huge, soft bed!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Sean
United Kingdomvery comfy bed, clean sheets, nice breakfast
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 27, 2023
Tim
United KingdomNo pub type meals so had to eat out
Lovely room
Stayed in October 2023
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