I regularly read trip advisor before booking accomodation and ususally take poor reviews with a pinch of salt. As a regular visitor to see family in Poole we decided to stay at the Shah for the location. However this is probably the worst place Ive stayed, including international travel. Positives - great location - friendly staff - good price generally... More

We stayed in the outside rooms. They were lovely in general but there were a few things that made this stay less than average. Firstly, the key card slot to activate the power was hanging loose. Only one of the two power sockets next to bed were working. The towels were not changed once in four days even though we... More

Stayed for one night arriving off the ferry from Cherbourgh. On arrival staff were helpful and guided us as to where we could leave our tandem, which we had not inquired about in advance and directed us to our room in an annex, which was small but comfortable. A spoon would have been useful to stir sugar into hot drinks... More

I have stayed at the Shah many times previously and was left dismayed by this visit. As a party I had a twin and family room booked. On arrival at 5pm the family room was not made up for the two adults and two children on booking. This was alerted to staff. However on inspection it was clear this room... More

My Girlfriend and I have just come back from our short getaway to Poole. And stayed at the Shah of Persia. After a long day of touring we were a little weary of the place we booked 'Shah of Persia' but we need not have worried, because this is by far the best accommodation I have stayed in in England... More

Stayed two nights with partner and daughter. Impressed with staff attitude and manners. V positive. Spoke to my daughter with great respect. Food really was outstanding. The breakfast served by the lady who went out of the way to please us and the clients around her was fantastic. I have stayed at many hotels and the food service here was... More

My partner and I came here to watch the speedway so the hotel was in a great location for us. First impression were good, we had room 2, it was cold but the window was open. We went into town and on our return the room was still cold, the radiator did not work, the electric heater that was on... More

My sister told me about this hotel and I'm glad she did. We stayed in room 5, very big room with a double bed, sofa and chairs. En-suite bathroom, again very big. Very clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay, far superior to Travelodge hotels. Staff very friendly and helpful. The Shah of Persia is very good value... More

Having to work in the the area, we normally stay at Travelodges, to which is just a room with the most basic requirements, we were very fortunate to locate the Shah. The staff are always polite and friendly and nothing is a problem to them. The rooms have all the requirements you need, I was pretty fortunate to be in... More