Book Direct: Best Rates + Benefits

Welcome to The Canford

The Canford is a beautiful coastal pub with 11 rooms nestled in the heart of Canford Cliffs, on the Dorset Coast. Our 11 quirky coastal bedrooms within our pub, make the perfect base for your next leisurely getaway or business trip to the south coast. We are positioned just a short stroll from the stunning award-winning Blue Flag Sandbanks beaches and public transport links into both Bournemouth and Poole, our rooms above the pub offer ensuite boutique bedrooms, each with its own individual coastal style. 

Our Head Chef Sam and her talented kitchen brigade has curated delicious dishes, using only the best of British seasonal ingredients, that can be enjoyed throughout the pub, garden and private huts, alongside our extensive wine list (or your favourite pint from draught). A firm favourite amongst the locals for celebrations, we host everything from christenings and birthday parties to milestone anniversaries and the bonus is, your guests won’t have far to travel for a good night’s rest.

It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas, so why not let us take the stress out of booking the office Christmas party or your festive catch up with friends over a mulled wine or two. Our Chefs have planned the finest Christmas feast, succulent sharing boards & delicious snacks, from three course sit downs, to casual nibbles, we’ve got everything you’ll need this party season.

Terry & the team look forward to welcoming you.

Book Direct Benefits

Always the very
best rates

Hands down the best rate around. There’s no cheaper rate to be found.

Later than usual
check-out*

1pm check-out. It’s the stuff dream stays are made of.

First dibs on even
better rooms*

If there’s a better room available when you arrive, a sweet upgrade is all yours.


*Subject to availability

Two-Night Winter Unwind

Unwind this winter with a two-night stay for two.

We’ll give you a bang-on brekkie on both mornings, and a bottle of Morandé Merlot or Morandé Sauvignon Blanc to hunker down and enjoy in a cosy pub corner on either night.  

Available from 1st October 2024 – 31st March 2025.

Family Friendly Stays

With a host of family-friendly activities and plenty of scenic walks (just a bones throw away), why not bring the whole family including your four legged friends. Our child friendly stays offer an additional bed for £15 per night for those aged 2-14 where available, with a complimentary stay for those under two.

  Our dog-friendly bedrooms are complete with their own doggy bed or blanket, bowl and tasty treats. Up to two pups can stay with you, where available, for an additional £15 each per night.