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Reviews of Cranborne House

45 Shaftesbury Road, Poole, BH15 2LU, United Kingdom

#5 of 22 B&Bs and Inns in Poole

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 367 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Two very pleasant days there. I shall return.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tricky to find as satnav puts it in the wrong place. Worth asking host for instructions rather than assuming you can find it!

    Lovely old house, quirky in places. My room was comfortable. It suited me very well to get my own breakfast when I was ready for it, rather than having to turn up at a set time. I went into town first! Also worked well for coming in after a concert I’d been in, as I could heat up soup before turning in.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location, easy walk to the Quay area. Plenty of parking and a very friendly welcome.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely, homely place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little hard to locate but I’m being a little picky, it wouldn’t stop us booking again. There is a local Taxi driver who knows where to pick up/drop off.

    Good central location. Lovely old property. Clean, comfy environment. Host Sue really lovely and approachable. Nice sized property, didn’t feel too big and full of guests at one time. Kind of hosts to provide basic breakfast essentials in a communal kitchen and dining area at no extra cost.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    A most comfortable and enjoyable stay at this lovely and conveniently located accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The lovely character, style and comfort of the property. Also its convenient location for visiting the town and the excellent off-street parking facilities provided. The extremely helpful advice given by the owner on accessing the accommodation was also much appreciated.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable with safe parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have liked long life milk in the room so we didn’t have to get dressed to go downstairs to a communal room to get fresh from a fridge (assuming the other guests haven’t used it all first) in the morning.

    Good location with safe parking. Comfortable room and hot bath!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic place and a host

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Great value for money.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place, clean, comfortable. Great check in. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely restful stay and would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awkward placement of taps on bath which made it slightly harder to get in and out of but probably easier for someone without slight mobility issues

    Sue and her son were lovely, and super accommodating. Room a lovely size and had everything I needed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money, clean and tiday rooms small kitchen facilities available too!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and tidy and good value for money

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bonus Breakfast and cooking facilities was great

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    I would happily stay again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was a small shelf with a chair that I used as a desk but ended up with the laptop being used on my lap. A larger surface to use as a desk would have made the stay that much better. This comment doesn't really warrant an unhappy face but is worth noting for business travellers.

    Polite and helpful host, good location (once I found it), clean bedding and bathroom. A basic kitchen was available if needed but I chose to eat out as various options within a 15min walk

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable room and good facilities. Friendly host. Easy access to town centre, railway station and bus station

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    9.0
    I will definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room was dark, quiet, and comfortable. Kitchen facilities and breakfast offerings were just to my liking. Walking distance to the bus station, train station, mall, and Asda is a very big plus. Host is friendly and personable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Excellent stay, immaculate and cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Offering some breakfast options that cater to dietary restrictions would have been the cherry on top.

    My stay at Cranborne House was perfect. The place was spotless and the room cosy, making me feel right at home. Everything was carefully chosen, from the decor to the furniture, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Despite being in the heart of the city, it was surprisingly quiet, which made for a peaceful sleep. The location was ideal, close to the attractions and amenities I needed. The staff were great at communicating and made sure I had everything I needed while respecting my privacy, allowing me to relax without any interruptions. I'll definitely be back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Excellent in every way. Very quiet and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was a tiny bit squeaky but very minor issue

    Everything you could possibly want, with no fuss at all. Having a kitchen with a help yourself breakfast was great, very relaxed feel to the guest house. Thank you very much

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no window in our room. The room was too warm as we couldn't turn the radiator off. Creaky bed.

    We were allowed to check in at 1030am at no extra cost. Free parking. Peaceful stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    A lovely stay, from the warm and informative welcome from Sue, to a very nice room (3). V Good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    The rate was room only, however it was a pleasant surprise when Sue (owner) showed me the kitchen which contained facilities and ingredients for a DIY continental breakfast. The location was great for where I needed to be and a 10 min walk into Poole centre.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Lovely guesthouse in Poole, very welcoming and accommodating.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely guest house - comfortable, quiet, convenient location and generous free breakfast too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    8.0
    A great location to stay for either a business trip or to use as a base for a holiday in Dorset.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The entrance area was not well lit in the dark or signposted from the parking spaces so I wasn't sure if I had found my destination. Initially I knocked on the wrong front door but fortunately my host was nearby and came to

    This lovely Victorian villa is a hidden gem, very near to Poole town centre but tucked out of the way. My host was helpful and responsive, providing me with a very comfortable en suite room. The little kitchen area with drink making and light breakfast items was very handy.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Comfortable base close to both train and bus station
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfortable, clean rooms. Generous continental style breakfast.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was all good.

    Lovely room and bathroom. We liked the self service complimentary breakfast arrangements. Good location.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Cosy room in Poole
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nice, cosy room with super comfortable bed. Convenient location just a few minutes walking from the centre, but sufficiently far away from the buzz for a quite night. Sue was a great host, very welcoming and kind.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    9.0
    Great stay! It was a stopping point between London and Channel Island and worked out great!~
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    A little far from train and ferry terminal. That was my fault. Bed could have used a newer mattress, a little flat.

    Cranbourne house was exactly what I expected for a guest house. Comfortable, inviting, but left you on your own. There was coffee is the room, great wifi, good breakfast. It was a great value for the money.

    Stayed in October 2023

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