Oakdale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Poole : Poole Town Football Club Nobody is playing football here at the moment, but come Saturday Poole will be out on the pitch.
Photo by Lewis Clarke (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Poole : Poole Town Football Club Nobody is playing football here at the moment, but come Saturday Poole will be out on the pitch.
Photo by Lewis Clarke (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Stanley Green, recreation ground Tatnam Farm Recreation Ground, off Stanley Green Road; Poole Town FC ground behind the bushes to the right.
Photo by Mike Faherty (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Popular places to visit

Poole Harbour featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek

Poole Harbour

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

Poole Harbour
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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.

Sandbanks Beach
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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.

Poole Quay
Brownsea Castle showing heritage architecture

Brownsea Castle

Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.

Brownsea Castle
Aqua Lifeboat Quay and the RNLI training college viewed at dusk from across Holes Bay, Poole, Dorset.

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.

RNLI College
Compton Acres featuring a pond and heritage architecture

Compton Acres

The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today.

Compton Acres

Activities

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

NZ$89
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

NZ$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

NZ$125
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise

Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise

NZ$33
per adult
Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

NZ$58
per adult
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

NZ$27
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
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Our pick of the best Oakdale Hotel Deals

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

4 out of 5
173 Longfleet Road Poole England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$125 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$125
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Poole ...
8/10 Very Good! (254 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
7 Durley Chine Road Bournemouth England
The price is NZ$126 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$126
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
This hotel is a little dated in some areas, as others have pointed out... but overall its lovely... a big old mansion-style building... The reception is staffed 24/7 and the problems we reported were dealt with efficiently... The spa area (which cost us £20pp to use for our 3 nights stay) is well ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South Bournemouth England
The price is NZ$85 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$85
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great stay as always. Room spotless. Towels changed daily. Check in /out efficient

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Laguna Hotel
Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest

Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest

4 out of 5
Rhinefield Road Brockenhurst England
The price is NZ$228 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$228
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brockenhurst. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (784 reviews)
All good.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road Bournemouth England
The price is NZ$157 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$157
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (513 reviews)
Terrible Breakfast was told I would be refunded for this but it never happened, not child friendly. Would not visit again.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel

5 out of 5
New Forest New Milton England
The price is NZ$848 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$848
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Milton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
A masterclass in hospitality

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Oakdale

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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.

Parkstone
Poole Museum showing heritage elements and interior views

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.

Poole Old Town
Evening Hill, Poole

Lilliput

When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Branksome Chine Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lilliput

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