Oakdale Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Poole Harbour
Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.
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
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
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
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.
Activities
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Our pick of the best Oakdale Hotel Deals
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 very clean, the hotel was lovely and clean. The spa was amazing and all the staff in the hotel were very friendly. Would definitely recommend the hotel and would stay there again 🙂
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Laguna Hotel
Rooms dated. Could do with re decorating and a bit more modern. New mattress and new bedding wouldn't hurt. My partner booked this hotel so we could go in pool and ms to go in the jacuzzi to help my back as I had a back operation. The pool was full on Friday and Saturday with slot of children so ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
Staff were lovely and very helpful Room was to hot and not enough pillows sorry to say this because I took my granddaughter and we really enjoyed everything so not a complaint more an observation thank you and we will come again.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Clean room. Nice bar area. Breakfast was a bit cold but we arrived for breakfast later than expected.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Clean room easy to check in great food
Reviewed on 8 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 Poole Museum or Scaplen’s Court Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
