Hotel rating: 4 Stars
Chain: Synxis
Number of floors: 5
Number of rooms: 116
Year opened: 1924
Year renovated: 2005

One of the first impressions of The Sandbanks is the stunning view - This magnificent property is one of the few hotels in the country with direct access onto an award-winning blue flag beach - Fabulous views - waterside restaurants and bars and plenty to see and do make The Sandbanks the perfect place for romantic breaks - seaside holidays - family gatherings or corporate events. The Sandbanks is a very special hotel offering bedrooms appointed to the highest standards and designed to accommodate individuals - couples or families - Most rooms boast magnificent sea views or stunning views over Poole Harbour. For dining - guests can choose from Sands Brasserie - an award-winning restaurant popular with residents and non-residents alike - and our Seaview Restaurant with glorious views and a creative menu. For our energetic guests we offer a superb collection of leisure facilities including an indoor pool - sauna and trymnasium - our own water sports academy with a wide range of fun sea-based sports from power boat rides to windsurfing and bike rentals to explore the Jurassic coastline - Or guests may charter our 44ft catamaran which is sailed and supervised by a qualified RYA skipper so you can relax knowing you are in safe hands - For a more relaxing break you can enjoy the tranquil environment of the Oasis treatment rooms which offer a combination of traditional and holistic treatments. For our younger guests the hotel offers entertainers in season - a soft playroom - a pirate ship - activity shack and the Surf Shack restaurant - all designed to ensure a fun and comfortable stay. Corporate guests have a superb choice of six conference suites plus syndicate rooms - all combining elegance with practicality and the latest technology - If you requre extra space - the Peninsular Suite offers a stylish room with views over the harbour and bay. The Sandbanks is not just an excellent hotel in an enviable location - it is a four star resort designed to meet your every need