Lilliput Travel Guide
Poole
Popular places to visit
Poole Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Harbour. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Sandbanks Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Poole Quay
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Brownsea Castle
After visiting Brownsea Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Studland. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Compton Acres
Explore the great outdoors at Compton Acres, a lovely green space in Canford Cliffs. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Poole Park
After visiting Poole Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Poole. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.
Top hotels in Lilliput
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
The room was decent and the hotel pleasant. The staff were friendly and the breakfast basic but absolutely fine. The main issue was the spa which needs some work and was not really fit for purpose on our visit
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Reception staff brilliant and spotless room 👏👏👏
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Very good break
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Laguna Hotel
Great as always
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Yes all general amenities were good. the metal structure in the shower fell off, The heating packed up on our 2nd day, and the kettle steamed for a long time with a possibility of burns, the fridge did not get cold enough.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hilton Bournemouth
Staff all very helpful very clean. Couldn’t get the heating to turn up and no extra blanket in room so did get a little cold.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lilliput
Parkstone
Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas? A visit to Parkstone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Splashdown Waterpark and Tower Park.
Poole Old Town
Visitors to Poole Old Town rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Poole Museum or Scaplen’s Court Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Oakdale
While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
