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About this property
RNLI College is located in Poole in the Dorset region, 2 km from Poole Harbour. 5 km from Sandbanks, the property is also 3.8 km away from Brownsea Island Nature Reserve. The property is set 3.8 km from Brownsea Castle and 5 km from The Italian Villa. At the hotel, every room has a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature sea views. The rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a TV and a hair dryer. A Continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can help guests with any queries that they may have. BMI The Harbour Hospital is 1.1 km from RNLI College, while Poole Magistrates Court is 2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 13 km from the hotel. Everyroom has heating and air conditioning fitted.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, great restaurant and bar. Very comfy bed. Private Parking was a bonus.” - Martyn
United Kingdom
“Reception personnel were very friendly and helpful. Quick check in and good information given including how to get to the Quay. The view from the room was great, Overlooking the Lifeboat and moored boats. Lovely sunset. Room was a good size...” - Jill
United Kingdom
“Excellent location…near to Ferry port. Modern clean building. Staff very welcoming. Free parking. Clean comfortable rooms Breakfast fabulous. Would most definitely recommend and we will most definitely return” - June
United Kingdom
“Everything was lovely from the staff to the room with a lovely view and the excellent breakfast.” - Gazman2112
United Kingdom
“Our room was excellent and surpassed our expectations. Large and spacious with a very comfortable bed and pillows! The view we had over the port was pleasant enough. We arrived late for breakfast (just after 10am) and chef had had a busy morning...” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Great location. Interesting being RNLI training college. Nice staff. Good rooms and food.” - Beverly
United Kingdom
“The meals, the factory tour, accommodation, everything really” - Helen
United Kingdom
“The quirkiness of it and the friendly staff. Also it’s good position. We just like the relaxed vibe.” - Jan
United Kingdom
“We received a lovely welcome from the staff. the room was spotless and comfortable. the public facilities were great. there was a nice bar with lovely views across the water.” - Roy
United Kingdom
“Fantastic breakfast and brilliant, fascinating place to stay.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Riggers Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.