Located in the heart of Ashley Cross, the OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill is just 10 minutes’ drive from Bournemouth and the town centre of Poole. The beautiful Dorset countryside can be reached after 20 minutes by car. With free Wi-Fi, the boutique rooms include a Freeview TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room benefits from an en-suite shower room. The OX Hotel serves full English and continental breakfasts at an extra cost. With a lively atmosphere and open log fires, the bustling bar has a wide selection of fine wines and various ales. The OX's stunning grill restaurant features an open kitchen and serves seasonal menus, it also offers a Sunday lunch with south coast lamb on the rotisserie, cooked over charcoal and carved in the room. Studland Beach and Nature Reserve is just 2 miles from the OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill. The area surrounding the property offers numerous attractions, including beautiful gardens and golf. Guests can also enjoy ferry trips to the island of Brownsea and steam train rides in Poole Park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
7.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was large, clean and nice, breakfast was very good and bed comfortable
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful restaurant and party right next to the property amazing little venue would definitely recommend the stay and brilliant for a party
  • Alana
    Australia Australia
    The room was magnificent with an amazing ensuite. Staff very helpful and friendly. Thai food in the restaurant/bar was absolutely delicious.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The OX Bar and Grill
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Parking is off site, just 1 minute away from the property.

    FAQs about OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill

    • The prices at OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill has 1 restaurant:

      • The OX Bar and Grill

    • OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill is 1.3 miles from the centre of Poole. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Guests staying at OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • À la carte

    • OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at OX Hotel, Bar, & Grill include:

        • Double
        • Twin