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.
belinda
United Kingdom
Staff were so welcoming and attentive. Room clean and fresh perfect for our stay. Bathroom was beautifully decorated, probably brand new. Breakfast delicious
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
Many of the rooms an...
Andrew
United Kingdom
When we arrived the family room that we were given was tired, dated and overlooked a grim car park. Our request for two rooms on the same floor wasn’t catered for. The second room was on a different floor and was really good, updated, wonderful view. We then requested a different room for the family. This was catered for quickly, the staff were amazing and we had a lovely room on the same floor as our family member with another wonderful view.. The entire staff team are amazing and a credit to the hotel. From a very disappointing beginning and needing to move our belongings etc after having unpacked, our stay became excellent.
Nestled in extensive gardens in the centre of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.
Christine
United Kingdom
I stayed in the Louisa Lodge, lovely spacious room felt really comfortable and relaxed. I wasn't sure what to expect staying in the lodge instead of the main hotel but it really didn't make any difference about a minutes walk through the garden to get to main hotel, for the bar and Breakfast. Breakfast was excellent and good value for money. All the staff were friendly, approachable and helpful. The location of the hotel is excellent quick easy access to the main town centre and of course the beach!
Featuring free WiFi, Rivendell Guest House offers family run accommodation in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and fridge.
A recently renovated property, Gretenham B&B is set in Swanage near Swanage Bay, Swanage Railway. Featuring sea and inner courtyard views, this bed and breakfast also features free WiFi.
Joanne
United Kingdom
Characterful, homely feel, great location to the town. Lovely hosts, we will definitely be back.
On average, 3-star hotels in Swanage cost NOK 2,012 per night, and 4-star hotels in Swanage are NOK 1,657 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Swanage can on average be found for NOK 1,521 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
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.
Everything. All furnishings & food was all high class products. Kate has thought of everything you Need for a pleasant stay. Everything was spotless. The breakfast choice & food was delicious.
If your looking for a place to stay in swanage then this is the place. 10 minute walk to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay & Can not wait to return. We have also recommended family & friends too.
Staff are so welcoming & the young male staff at breakfast was very polite.
Customer service is 10/10
Lovely, homely apartment. Excellent location and great to have parking. Very short walk to beach and Swanage Railway.
Comfortable beds, and really nice living spaces. Bright and airy. Plenty of storage space.
Plenty of cooking utensils, pots, pans and crockery. Kitchen is small but perfectly functional and easy to cook a family meal.
Nice to have shelves of books, games and puzzles (and netflix!).
Nice to have a washing machine.
We loved it and have booked again for next year!
We had a fab week staying at Arbour House B&B. Fraser and Sarah are great hosts and made us feel very welcome.
The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious and the breakfast was very tasty with a great selection to choose from.
The B&B is in a great position within a few minutes walk of the beautiful sandy Swanage beach.
We will definitely be back soon.
Thank you Fraser and Sarah x
Amazing location with private steps down to quiet area of Swanage beach with excellent sand. Very friendly staff, good food (especially breakfast). Cliff top garden and lounge area and restaurant both have great views of the sea. Family suite spacious and well furnished though the en-suite bathroom was a bit tired and shower not the best but adequate. On the whole would thoroughly recommend
Located in the centre of Swanage close to numerous pubs and restaurants. An ideal centre for exploring the South West Coast Path. The hotel was everything that was described and felt just like a large family home. The grounds are a true delight with many specimen plants and places to sit. Car parking is free and plentiful which is a real bonus in a town like Swanage.
Beautiful, light and spacious. Excellent location and having a dedicated parking space in the centre of Swanage (by experience), is a luxury. It is up a hill, but you can drop bags off first. The apartment was clean, quiet and has everything you'd need for a great short or long stay holiday! The hosts are great at keeping in touch should you need anything.
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.
It was a spacious room with a good bathroom.
The shower was excellent. Best one so far.
We had a great view of Swanage.
It was a good walk along the promenade to town.
The staff were excellent.
Food was very good.
The gym had a jacuzzi and a sauna.
Loads of workout equipment.
Wonderful location, just on the coast and with private access to the beach. Can imagine that this facility is even more advantageous during the season. Proper sized garden where You can let the children run on the grass, good views from the windows, amazing surroundings.
The house was a home away from home, our host was very friendly and attentive. Everything you could need for a comfortable and memorable stay was provided we will definitely be returning in the New year and recommending this home to our family and friends.
Great location! Best thing was being able to walk straight onto footpaths with our dog. Nice countryside all around. Very easy to keep the cottage clean, ideal for four people. Comfy beds. Dog friendly. Lots to do in the area without having to drive far.
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.
Lovely spacious property, very close to town centre, beach etc. Plenty of kitchen equipment, tea towels, loo rolls and bath towels. Comfortable beds. Owners very quick to respond to queries and left a home made cake for us on arrival!
View was very good particularly on the seaward side of the hotel, breakfast was good, staff were very friendly and helpful. The standard of cleanliness was excellent.
Pleasant walk into town.
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Great place to stay, exceptional clean, excellent hosts can't do enough for you, brilliant tasty breakfast. Really is only 5 min walk to beach and 10 min seafront walk to Town. Would thoroughly recommend
Excellent location. Good to have space to park 2 cars.
Access at front and rear. Easy to collect keys. Enough seating for us all at the table and in the lounge.
Well resourced apartment.
Very well located, nearby SPAR and could get to Swanage beachfront in less than 10min. The place was comfortable, kitchen was in good working order, and the beds were super comfy!
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.
Everything. The apt was gorgeous. Great location, 2 minutes to the beach and on the small cute main street. Lots of interesting shops, grocery store nearby.
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