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Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

Property class: 4

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A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.
A signboard for Marston's, a British pub, with a poster of a house and the text "Shah of Persia" and "A great British pub, two for one, on all main courses, accommodation available."
A bar with various bottles of alcohol, including whiskey, wine, and spirits, displayed on shelves.
A building with a sign reading "SHAH OF PERSIA" above a large, dark-colored door.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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173 Longfleet Road, Poole, England, BH15 2HS
  • Place, Poole Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, wooden chair, and a coat rack.

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a wooden door.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Poole

At Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Park. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. English breakfast is available daily between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Oakdale inn include Poole Harbour and Bournemouth International Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Poole Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Baiter Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Poole Quay - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Poole Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Poole Station - 19 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ark - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Indis - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Shah of Persia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Poole inn is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Poole inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10.25 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.25 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Shah Persia Hotel Poole
Shah Persia Hotel
Shah Persia Poole
Shah Persia
Shah Persia Marston's Inns Inn Poole
Shah Persia Marston's Inns Poole
Shah Of Persia
Shah Persia ston's Inns Poole
Shah Of Persia by Marston's Inns
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns Inn
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns Poole
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns Inn Poole

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$105, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

Yep, Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

The closest beach to Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns is Bournemouth Beach (6.6 km).

Does Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is offered daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

No, Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 288 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Basic accommodation but good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bright room, friendly staff and good food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good base to get our heads down and a lovely evening meal and was able to take drinks back to our room to relax for the evening. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice stay needs the cameras in the car park fixed but over all very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is average and good parking facilities. Good food pub and eat but stay was terrible with boiling hot room stay they provided a single table fan for a family of four and the windows weren’t able to be opened with the smell off the dusty carpets overall can’t recommend for a family stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and quiet room, bed was lovely and comfortable. Not too far from local shops for a late takeaway. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lager in the bar staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and the staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room (11) was a bit small. but mostly clean. the bed was comfy. The breakfast was good and the meals in the evening were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
All you need, no frills.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff where helping and friendly the pub below had decent food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The family room is the best room as can get quite noisy at night and also has abath and shower in that room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little pub with friendly staff and nice modern rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Big room and nice staff. Windows tricky to open and hot room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms ..good beds..attentive staff ..nice food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel to stay in and Service was good! 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff lovely breakfast too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great service from start to finish. Pleasant staff and spotlessly clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room Helpful staff Food was good and reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts great food and the best bed I've stayed in at a hotel for years, Staff where amazing breakfast was lush and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff upon arrival and throughout my stay were polite and friendly, an assets to the Marston's chain. The room was clean and had everything you needed. The Shower had good consistent water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with very comfy beds. Helpful, friendly staff and amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025