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Reviewed 31 July 2013

A conveniently situated hotel just a minute’s walk from The Quay and The High Street, but down a quiet side road such that you get very little noise. The road is in fact a dead end, so traffic too is minimal.

The hotel appears to be in two parts with an annexe separate from the main building. We had the ground floor room, which going on the large window at the front was probably a shop in a former life. It initially felt rather odd lying in bed knowing that people were walking past just a couple of feet away, but fortunately it was quiet as mentioned previously. In fact most of the noise came from flocks of seagulls overhead. The room itself was a reasonable size and came with the usual facilities such as hair dryer, flat screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities which included an Espresso machine and complimentary fresh milk in the ‘fridge which was a nice touch. On the downside, there were no biscuits provided, most likely they wanted to encourage you to buy something from the mini bar.

The bathroom was almost as big as the bedroom and included a large, double ended walk in shower, as well as a roll top bath. It was clean enough overall, but a thick layer of dust on the window blinds indicated that they could perhaps take a little more care with the cleaning. The bar area was quite pleasant in a restrained sort of way and there was a musician/singer playing on the Sunday night. The drinks choice focussed predominantly on cocktails and spirits although they did have one beer on tap dispensed from a barrel at the end of the bar.

My only criticism of this hotel is really the prices. The rooms certainly aren’t cheap to start with, and by the time you budget an extra £40 a night for parking and a couple of breakfasts, it soon mounts up. It’s a quality hotel in a good location, but it’s not central London.

Date of stay: July 2013
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1  Thank Blackth0rn
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Reviewed 30 July 2013

We stayed 2 nights recently at the 'Vin' and thought it was superb. We were upgraded free of charge to a large deluxe room with roll top bath and separate massive shower.

The hotel and room are sumptuously decorated with large comfortable beds, the staff are genuinely smiley and helpful and you do get the impression they have spent a considerable amount of money to make the hotel stand out as a high quality offering.

The breakfast menu is extensive with fish, healthy options, continental and fresh fruit alongside the full english. We ate on the Friday night and had a lovely meal in a very nice restaurant and then a few drinks in the bar area, the drinks can be a little pricey but you are in a high quality establishment.

For what you get the overall price I feel is fair, as they have invested a serious amount of money in buying, extending and renovating this beautiful building. I will be using the 'Vins' again as they are excellent and we had a lovely relaxing time.

Date of stay: July 2013
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Reviewed 29 July 2013

When the sun is shining you can rely on Poole to provide you with a great day or two with plenty to do and lots to see especially if you are keen on portside towns. Finding somewhere to stay that was central to the happening of the town was a priority as having driven 150 miles the last thing we wanted was to be back in the car every moment.
The Hotel Du Vin is so well located in Thames Street just off of the Harbour and in the oldest part of town. If you are lucky you can even park on site for the small sum of £10 per day which is so convenient but don't worry if no space is available as they are attached to the municipal Quayside Car Park and you can get a special rate for overnight parking.
The hotel occupies a Georgian building and is made up of both old and new rooms the old ones being in what they call the Warren and believe me it truly lives up to its name. The welcome was warm and sincere although our room was not be ready until 3pm so went off exploring and that is not a problem as you are located within walking distance of everything.
Our room Yersing Sation was one of the older ones in the Warren and on the top floor, the room was fine but the air con on this incredibly hot weekend was unable to cool it down and even an additional fan failed in this task. But that said the room was spacious, spotless and comfortable with all of the amenities that you would expect from a 4 Star establishment.
Breakfast was served in the Bistro and was very good and oh so fresh but on this hot weekend you could also choose to eat on the well designed patio area. The restaurant staff was exemplary (read the separate restaurant review) and the choice of breakfast be it continental or full English would live up to anyones expectations.
I get the feeling that this place relies mainly on corporate bookings but you would never know. All in all a great little bolt hole in a perfect location, its not cheap but then quality rarely is.

Room tip: I would ask for a room in the new wing.
Date of stay: July 2013
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Thank Zeffy15
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Reviewed 27 July 2013

We decided to have a short 3 day trip to Dorset combined with a business trip; it had been 28 years since we visited this area and it has not changed a great deal. The hotel lived up to its reputation, I have stayed with this chain in other locations. Small and friendly in an excellent location just behind the Quay in the Old Town. Rooms are well appointed and spacious with luxury linens. Bistro very good although a little quiet on our visit.

Date of stay: July 2013
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2  Thank sheagaskin
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Reviewed 26 July 2013

Stayed here on spec. Beautifully restored buildings, decor is lovely throughout. We were shown to our room, which was was not in the main body of the hotel, but just off the courtyard/car park area. Very narrow staircase had caused some scuffing to the walls. The room was very small but well presented and equipped, good sized bathroom and great shower. Not the hotel's fault, but the seagulls started at about 4.30am and did not let up! Took breakfast outdoors as it was sunny. The buffet was excellent, all quality ingredients and beautifully presented. Waiting staff were polite and efficient, and the cooked breakfast was very good - eggs benedict with plenty of hollandaise and crispy bacon, and baked eggs with Gruyere and toasted soldiers - not run of the mill, and very well cooked.
Overall, we were pleased with the hotel. It offers a high quality experience, and in our case, delivered this. However, it is expensive. My husband thought 'pretentious' is a better description!

Room tip: Not in the main building, facing the same road as the front of the hotel. Quiet until the seagulls woke up! Very small room.
Date of stay: July 2013
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