Oakdale 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 seaside 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.
RNLI College
Enjoy the student vibe at RNLI College as part of your travels around Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Oakdale
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
Nice rooms and staff No hot water was my only gripe shower just warm and only warm water in morning so no shave Breakfast very nice
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
The room was comfortable and fine for a couple of nights. The staff were friendly and always around to be able to ask questions etc. There was access to the swimming pool, gym and spa if required. The only downside was that my wife and I both got a stomach problem which we think may have been due ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Laguna Hotel
Staff were very accommodating, rooms fit for purpose.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest
Spotless room. Comfy bed. So relaxing. Warm and cosy. We would like to have stayed longer.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
The room was lovely, good size, lovely bathroom comfortable bed and cleaned as you would expect a hotel to be. The staff were helpful and attentive.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The Durley Dean Hotel
Really nice staff can't do enough for you . Clearly an old hotel but very good gym and pool and amazing all you can eat breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakdale
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 Scaplen’s Court Museum or Poole Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Branksome Chine Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
