A Young's-run coastal pub in Canford Cliffs with eleven boutique ensuite rooms and a garden.
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About The Canford
The Canford is a pub with rooms on Cliff Drive in Canford Cliffs, one of Poole's quieter and leafier neighbourhoods between the Old Town and Sandbanks, run by the Young's brewery group. Its eleven ensuite bedrooms are individually styled with a coastal theme, aiming at a boutique feel rather than a standard pub letting rooms as an afterthought.
Downstairs, the pub serves food throughout the day, with a garden that includes a burger shack for warmer months, and the atmosphere leans towards a relaxed, village-pub character rather than a formal hotel dining room. Its position close to Canford Cliffs Chine gives easy access to a quieter stretch of beach than Sandbanks proper, with clifftop paths connecting to the wider peninsula.
The Canford suits visitors who want a characterful, independently minded place to stay within easy reach of both the beach and Poole town, and its small scale means it has a more personal, neighbourhood feel than the larger hotels further along the coast road.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Good location. Hood ambience. Food excellent All our party enjoyed it. I had monkfish wings. Lois served us and went out iofher way to make sure we were happy with the food and table position..
a month ago · via Google
Maria was an outstanding waitress—friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the whole experience better. She checked in at just the right times, made great recommendations, and kept everything running smoothly without ever feeling rushed. Her positive attitude really stood out and made us feel welcome from start to finish. Would definitely hope to be served by her again.
a month ago · via Google
We have eaten here on a number of occasions and brought friends and it has always been good. We are also regulars in the bar and do enjoy our time here. However this time is best forgotten as it was awful. My wife and I both had the pork which wasn’t just overcooked it was burnt in places. I am surprised it was even sent out by the chef. It was covered by the fried eggs so difficult to see until we had started eating. I ate a good portion of mine but my wife left most of hers. We did complain about the food but it seemed more important that we were told how busy the staff had been and how tired they all were. We waited to receive the bill to see if we were offered any reduction or voucher to spend at a later date. We were not. A sad end to the evening and our time at the Canford is now at an end. We don’t usually complain but it is important that you hear this type of feedback.
4 months ago · via Google
Sunday roast: The roast was very tasty but small portions hidden by a giant Yorkshire pudding. Take that away and there was very little meet (c40g), 3 small potatoes, a little broccoli mixed with chard. Barely a child sized portion! The desert was a treacle sponge. This time a big portion but it was very very dry inside so mostly not edible beyond a few mouthfuls that had some sauce. In summary, a nice location/venue (although conservatory too hot on a day just 15degrees c), food was tasty but size and dry dessert mean not worth visiting for a roast again
3 months ago · via Google
Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fresh food, including hearty roasts, and appreciate the wide variety of menu choices, with many gluten-free options. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, the welcoming atmosphere, and the reasonable prices.
Some reviews mention the service can be slow.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, BH13 7JF Get directions
- Property type
- Inn
- Location
- Canford Cliffs
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.7 / 10 (340 reviews)
- Prices from
- £145 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Poole