A Rhys Oates brace either side of a fine Luke Armstrong finish saw Pools surge into an early 3-0 lead before Bromley pulled a goal back early in the second half through James Alabi.
A long throw in from Chris Bush deflected in off Byron Webster deep into stoppage time to make it 3-2 but Pools were able to hold out for the final 30 seconds to set up a date with Stockport County in the play-off semi-finals at Edgely Park next Sunday (12pm kick-off).
Here are the Pools player ratings from the match…
9. Rhys Oates - 10
Proving exactly why he’s Pools’ player of the season with a fine brace and assist to see Pools secure a semi-final spot. Booked. Photo: Mark Fletcher
10. Luke Armstrong - 9
Grabbed his 14th of the season with a tidy finish on his return to the side. Just never stopped hassling the Bromley defenders. Photo: Mark Fletcher
11. Zaine Francis-Angol - n/a
On for Holohan 80: Slotted in on the left side of defence late on as Pools saw out the win. Photo: Henry Browne
12. Ryan Donaldson - n/a
On for Ferguson 83: Held the ball up in the corner to help Pools run down the clock. Photo: Mark Fletcher