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The Pines Hotel, hotel in Swanage

Stunning sea views are offered at this cliff-top hotel overlooking Swanage Bay. With private steps down to the beach, The Pines provides free parking and full English breakfasts.

Excellent staff , helpful and just felt very relaxing and nothing too much trouble
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,808 reviews
Price from$252.09per night
Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge, hotel in Swanage

Nestled in extensive gardens in the center of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.

Very friendly and helpful staff breakfast very good very clean rooms
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
679 reviews
Price from$162.97per night
Louisa Lodge & Purbeck House Hotel, hotel in Swanage

Nestled in extensive gardens in the center of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.

Great location central to Swanage and 5 minutes walk from the station. Beautiful building and grounds. Very comfortable bed. Large room. Quiet. All good.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
422 reviews
Price from$165.52per night
Grand Hotel Swanage, hotel in Swanage

Dating from 1898, this wonderful hotel commands a majestic location, nestled in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, providing a spectacular view across Swanage Bay and Pevril Point.

The view was amazing and the staff were all really helpful.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
896 reviews
Price from$190.98per night
YHA Swanage, hotel in Swanage

Overlooking Swanage Bay and the Jurassic Coast, this YHA hostel is 820 feet from Swanage’s Blue Flag sandy beach. It offers affordable accommodations, free parking, a restaurant and laundry...

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
433 reviews
Price from$76.39per night
Railway Cottage, hotel in Swanage

Railway Cottage is the perfect location for a holiday or short break on the Dorset coast.

Great location
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
545 reviews
Price from$101.86per night
Robertsbrook Guest House, hotel in Swanage

Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the sea, Robertsbrook Guest House is located opposite the Swanage steam railway station.

The owner Clara went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable. She is fun to talk with and very helpful. We stayed two nights and the experience was a 10.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
227 reviews
Price from$146.42per night
Rivendell Guest House, hotel in Swanage

Featuring free WiFi, Rivendell Guest House offers family-run accommodations in Swanage, 5 mi from Corfe Castle. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and fridge.

Great communication in advance, warm welcome and Lyn and Kevin were friendly and super-helpful throughout. Room was immaculately clean with a comfortable bed and large bathroom. Our delicious cooked breakfast was delivered to our room each morning. We really appreciated that our hosts had organised free parking permits for guests' use. Easy level walking distance to town centre and beach.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
153 reviews
Price from$143.87per night
Gretenham B&B, hotel in Swanage

Gretenham B&B is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Swanage near Swanage Bay. Featuring sea and inner courtyard views, this bed and breakfast also features free Wifi.

Wonderful breakfast and Merlin is a delightful dog!
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
203 reviews
Price from$178.25per night
The Limes, hotel in Swanage

Just a 5-minute walk from Swanage Bay and half a mile from Swanage Railway, The Limes features accommodations in Swanage, with a shared lounge.

The place is located in the perfect position to explore Swanage and beyond. The coast bus is £2 each trip Train /bus station about 10/15 minutes walk The entrance hallway is amazing. Giving a great first impression. The visitor book gave a feel if a really friendly place to stay. I was happy I chose here as a big tick on my bucket list visiting the Jurassic coast. I was nicely surprised to see i had been allocated a room with a double bed. The room was spotless. There was an information folder as expected advising of the facilities available, which were to my expectations when booking last year. I was looking forward to meeting the hosts and experiencing their hospitality as reviewed many times with exceptional ratings, and the reason I chose here as a single traveller. I arrived with an SMS message giving me my room number and access code for the key box.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
321 reviews
Price from$180.79per night
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What Guests Said About Swanage:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Fish and chips on the front were superb, and there are lots...

    Fish and chips on the front were superb, and there are lots of nice cafes. The pier is invigorating with fantastic views, the steam train station within a short walk, and a lovely long promenade to walk. There are a good number of welcoming pubs, and a variety of restaurants including pizza, mediteranean cuisine, indian takeaway, burgers, and wonderful bakeries offering Dorset apple cake, pasties and pastries. Lots of interesting shops with Jurassic keepsakes, RNLI gifts, and antiques. There are supermarkets, a chemist, and cashpoints. Once down in the town and at the seafront, it is pretty flat, so easy to get a round, but the hills can make it a difficult climb back after a day on the beach!
    Katherine
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Plenty to see and do, picturesque, nice waterfront, plenty...

    Plenty to see and do, picturesque, nice waterfront, plenty of eateries and pubs, heritage railway to Corfe Castle, close to the Purbeck hills and Arne nature reserve if you drive, good bus links to Poole and Weymouth.
    Kevin
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great traditional sea side town full of everything a family...

    Great traditional sea side town full of everything a family would need for a good holiday. So many kinds of take away food, restaurants and chippies. Brilliant choice of shops for all tastes. Steam train trips. Boat trips and crabbing in the small harbour. Very long sandy beech and beautiful walks to be had along the bay and cliffs. Bird watchers will enjoy the bird colonies along the cliffs.
    MikieKati
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Out of season Swanage is still charming.

    Out of season Swanage is still charming. Small enough to walk round, but large enough to have a variety of shops and eateries. The Salt Pig was good for eating in. You can walk the coast path amongst other walks.
    Peter
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    we only had two full days in Swanage in the middle of...

    we only had two full days in Swanage in the middle of November, so our experience was not typical, We did look to drive into the town and park on the road by the side of the seafront, however the parking charge of £4.30 for the first hour put us off, who wants to benefit from 3 hours at £7.00 in November. As we didn't use the town car parks we cannot comment on the charges in them. My husband has bad knees so we didn't park and walk around the town but there did seem to be some interesting little, individual shops as we drove through, We found Corfe Castle a delight to visit, especially the NT tea shop! We hope to go back.
    William JOhn
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I've stayed in Swanage several times and this reflects my...

    I've stayed in Swanage several times and this reflects my like of Swanage and the surrounding area. The Town / beach / numerous eating options / the compact layout of the Town makes it easy to navigate. Also great walks in and around Swanage for short strolls or longer treks. Can't say I would have anywhere that I would avoid on subsequent visits.
    Rob
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Swanage

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 328 reviews
    I had to find lodging on short notice after my business trip was interrupted, and stumbled across the Rookery. The location could not be better for accessing the beach and coastal trail, and it was only a bus ride to Poole/Bournemouth, with fantastic views along the way. Alan was also a fantastic and welcoming host, with a wealth of knowledge and recommendations for visiting the area.
    Robert
    United States of America
  • From $277.56 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,808 reviews
    Lovely interior to the hotel The sea views from the dining room and our room are amazing The breakfast was good, with a wide choice of food and generally all available. The staff were friendly and helpful Free EV charging was a bonus Great location, with an easy ten minute walk along the beachfront into Swanage itself. Large, comfortable bed.
    Julian
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 535 reviews
    Easy walking distance into Swanage & right on top of the beach ⛱️ Friendly & helpful hosts who make you welcome & provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. Relaxing lounge to sit in & spotlessly clean venue. Amazing breakfast I highly recommend The Sandhaven & I can't wait to return again with my family.
    Alison
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 432 reviews
    The owner and staff are very helpful and friendly. Breakfast is 5 star. Location is perfect, very near to the beach. My family and I are really happy with the stay. We are planning to go back. One thing to improve is to install air-conditioner, then it will be perfect on hot days.
    Anna
    United Kingdom
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews
    The apartment is centrally located in the heart of Swanage, ideal base for exploring Dorset's Jurassic coast. The apartment is spacious and one of six in the block. It has a well equipped kitchen and spacious rooms. The apartment is well presented with modern fixtures and fittings.
    Steven
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews
    Great location with only a short walk to the town centre, beach & local convenience store. Lovely touches with milk, tea, biscuits & doggy treats for our pups first holiday away from home! Honestly cannot fault & will recommend to others.
    Naomi
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 99 reviews
    The flat was unexpectedly spacious with a huge balcony giving glorious views across Swanage. There was a very nice welcome pack and it was a great flat for a family stay in Swanage . It was well equipped and the beds were very comfortable.
    Georgina
    United Kingdom
  • From $241.91 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 896 reviews
    View from room was fabulous and dinner was great value spa facilities were such a bonus and the treatments were a exceptional price all round one night stay was the best will definably be staying longer next time Wonderful Hotel
    Heather
    United Kingdom
  • From $241.91 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 896 reviews
    Exceptional service and very polite and helpful staff. The evening meal is excellentl, beautifully presented and tasty. The waiting staff were brilliant. The hotel is in a wonderful position with easy access to the beach.
    Desmond
    United Kingdom
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 73 reviews
    Very well equipped kitchen, good space and lovely additions such as wine, biscuits,milk and crisps on arrival. The flat was close to the beach and near the centre of Swanage.
    Lucia Walker
    United Kingdom
  • From $216.44 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 679 reviews
    Lovely hotel, full of history and a very good location for Swanage. Good size room with sea views. Quiet, unlike other hotels we have stayed in. Staff were all friendly.
    Steven
    United Kingdom
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 272 reviews
    This hotel is nicely located to restaurants, shopping and the beach. Room was adequate for two people, bathroom was clean. Staff friendly but not in your face.
    Gayle
    United States of America
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 116 reviews
    Everything was clean and functioning. Location is right inside swanage town. Sea view from apartment was perfect. Owner communicates super well and quick.
    Idris
    Malaysia
  • From $184.61 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 422 reviews
    A lovely hotel with a lot of history, fantastic location, spacious room in the Lodge. Ideally situated near the town and walking distance to the beach
    Julia
    United Kingdom
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 545 reviews
    We have visited Swanage many times and always stay here. The family room is very comfortable and the house is only a few minutes walk from the beach.
    Adele
    United Kingdom
  • From $216.44 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 679 reviews
    spacious, quiet room. nice big windows with a lot of natural light looking over a lovely garden. very good, friendly, respectful staff.
    Jack
    United States of America
  • From $277.56 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,808 reviews
    View was spectacular. Breakfast was superb. We could walk into the town and on the beach, easy access.
    R
    ROS
    United States of America
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
    Modern caravan, clean and spacious for a couple. Great location
    Gary
    United Kingdom
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 31 reviews
    amazing location, just a few mins from the beach.
    Julie
    United Kingdom
  • From $184.61 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 422 reviews
    Nice quiet stay. Near to beach.
    Hilary
    United Kingdom