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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.

comfortable, clean room very welcoming and helpful host
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
250 reviews
Price from
£90
1 night, 2 adults
Rivendell Guest House, hotel in Swanage

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.

During my recent stay at this guest house in Dorset, I was enveloped in warmth from the moment I arrived. The host, a delightful and engaging individual, greeted me with a genuine smile, instantly making me feel at home. With its cosy decor, the guest house offered the perfect retreat after a day of travelling. The blend of comfort, friendly conversation, and beautiful surroundings made my stay pleasant, I'll stay again next time I visit.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
163 reviews
Price from
£113
1 night, 2 adults
Rivendell Holiday Studios, hotel in Swanage

Located in Swanage and within 600 metres of Swanage Bay, Rivendell Holiday Studios features a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi.

Everything. Perfect location, owners very helpful and polite.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
55 reviews
Price from
£158
1 night, 2 adults
Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path, hotel in Swanage

Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 7.8 km from Corfe Castle, 22 km from Monkey World, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

Everything! Very comfortable
Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£153.36
1 night, 2 adults
Railway Cottage, hotel in Swanage

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

Great location clean and accessible to Swanage and Dorset will definitely use the railway cottage again
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
522 reviews
Price from
£65
1 night, 2 adults
Louisa Lodge & Purbeck House Hotel, hotel in Swanage

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

Excellent location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable room
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
399 reviews
Price from
£94
1 night, 2 adults
Mortons Manor, hotel in Swanage

This beautiful 16th-century manor house offers incredible views across the Dorset countryside from its terrace.

All staff were delightful - very welcoming, helpful and efficient. Beautiful, grand building and great location at the foot of Corfe Castle. We enjoyed inventive fine dining in the restaurant (at fine dining prices, of course) both evenings...flavours and presentation were superb. Our room and en suite bathroom were impeccably clean with none of the shabbiness that is often a feature of older hotels.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
683 reviews
Price from
£165
1 night, 2 adults
Kingston Country Courtyard, hotel in Swanage

Relax in beautiful surroundings. Located in the heart of the Purbecks between Corfe Castle and Swanage, Kingston Country Courtyard offers some of the most beautiful views in Dorset.

Great location, lovely to stay somewhere dog friendly. Staff excellent and very accommodating.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,020 reviews
Price from
£112.50
1 night, 2 adults
Derby Manor, hotel in Swanage

Derby Manor is set in Boscombe, 1 km from Bournemouth Beach. Free secure private parking is available on site. Every room comes with a 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

From a distance the room and facilities look good. Up close the bedding was soiled, Mirror cracked casing. Sink and bath plugs were extremely difficult to release. Tiles on floor cracked. Cobwebs visible. Breakfast cooked , not to my liking. The toaster needs replacing
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
2,605 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
Balincourt, hotel in Swanage

Just a 15-minute stroll from Bournemouth Beach, Balincourt is an award-winning guest house offering 5-star rooms and hearty breakfasts. The Victorian house is half a mile from Bournemouth Station.

Breakfast, location, staff and the near beach
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,041 reviews
Price from
£110
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Swanage Holiday Penthouse Apartment, Moments from Beach and Town, On Site Parking, Fast WIFI, Sleeps up to 6, Rated Exceptional
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 108 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, Swanage Holiday Penthouse Apartment, Moments from Beach and Town, On Site Parking, Fast WIFI, Sleeps up to 6,...

    Contemporary and well presented with good facilities

  • Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach with parking
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 125 reviews

    Located 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World and 300 metres from Swanage Railway, Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach with parking offers accommodation situated in Swanage.

    Good location. May have left my makeup bag behind?

  • Cosy Little Hyde Cottage, Swanage
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 107 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Cosy Little Hyde Cottage, Swanage provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi.

    So pretty, cosy, comfortable and easy access to town.

  • Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 106 reviews

    Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house features a patio and is located in Swanage, within just less than 1 km of Swanage Bay and a 5-minute walk of Swanage Railway.

    The quality of the property with higher than expected.

  • St Marks Cottage
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 130 reviews

    Boasting garden views, St Marks Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Swanage Bay.

    Being so close to an excellent shop and a bus stop

  • Gretenham B&B
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 216 reviews

    Set in Swanage, 300 metres from Swanage Bay, Gretenham B&B offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and water sports facilities.

    Perfect hosts, beautiful location, fantastic breakfast

  • The Rookery
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 267 reviews

    Set just a 1-minute walk to the beach, and 11 km from Corfe Castle in Swanage, The Rookery Guest House features free WiFi access and free private parking.

    The location was great & the host’s were superb

  • The Sandhaven
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 535 reviews

    Situated in the coastal town of Swanage, The Sandhaven offers free MESH WiFi. Less than a 2-minute stroll from the beach and panoramic views of Swanage Bay, Swanage Pier is also 17 minutes' walk away.

    Breakfast was great cannot fault it presentation was fantastic

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  • Seashore Retreat
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Seashore Retreat is set in Swanage, 9.3 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 47 km from Weymouth Harbour.

  • Seaforth
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Seaforth, a property with a garden, is set in Swanage, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 600 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Amazing location. Bright, clean and well Equipped house.

  • Wyvern Cottage
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Wyvern Cottage is situated in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World.

  • Sandy Toes
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, Sandy Toes provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lizards Rest
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Swanage in the Dorset region and Swanage Bay reachable within 600 metres, Lizards Rest offers accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • The Mount Swanage
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    The Mount Swanage, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 10 km from Corfe Castle, 25 km from Monkey World, as well as 1.3 km from Swanage Railway.

  • Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 7.8 km from Corfe Castle, 22 km from Monkey World, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Beautiful garden setting with dramatic view. Helpful, friendly family and delicious cake much appreciated

  • Seaview
    Central location
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Seaview provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean, comfortable and close to the beach and town centre

  • Clements House Swanage
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 17 reviews

    Set in Swanage, 800 metres from Swanage Bay, Clements House Swanage offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.

    Great views, Very comfortable beds. Short walk into town.

  • Flat 1 Deco
    Central location
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Flat 1 Deco is set in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 400 metres from Swanage Railway.

  • Quarrier's Rest
    Central location
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Quarrier's Rest, a property with a garden, is located in Swanage, 8.9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 500 metres from Swanage Railway.

    So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

  • HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view.
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 91 reviews

    Set in Swanage, near Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway, HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view. Is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and terrace.

    Lovely appartment in a good location , with an allocated parking space.

  • Ocean View
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Swanage in the Dorset region, Ocean View features a balcony. The property is located 9.3 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World and 500 metres from Swanage Railway.

  • Brook Lodge Garden Flat
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 46 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Brook Lodge Garden Flat provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Everything - location, parking and accommodation all perfect

  • Sunny Place
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Sunny Place is located in Swanage, 10 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World.

  • Millbrook Guest House
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 126 reviews

    The family-run Millbrook Guest House in Swanage has a town centre location and offers a full English breakfast.

    Breakfast was delicious. Good quality produce used

  • The Castleton
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 394 reviews

    The Castleton is approximately 150m from the beach and a 10 minute walk to the town. Offering a lounge with sea views, this traditional seaside property is nearby a sandy beach.

    Perfect location, fantastic breakfast and so clean .

  • Rivendell Guest House
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 163 reviews

    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.

    Well presented and very clean. Nice location close to town.

  • Rivendell Holiday Studios
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 55 reviews

    Located in Swanage and within 600 metres of Swanage Bay, Rivendell Holiday Studios features a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi.

    The hostess are pleasant and the room had all the mod con's.

  • Sandcastles
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 34 reviews

    Set 24 km from Monkey World, 400 metres from Swanage Railway and 36 km from Athelhampton House, Sandcastles offers accommodation situated in Swanage.

    Excellent location.cery well appointed and very clean.

  • Purbeck Lodge
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring a patio with quiet street views, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, Purbeck Lodge can be found in Swanage, close to Swanage Bay and 9.1 km from Corfe Castle.

    Lovely spacious home very well equipped for families

  • 39 Queens Road
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 83 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, 39 Queens Road features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean & comfortable accommodation. Good location.

  • Ballard Vista
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3 reviews

    Ballard Vista is located in Swanage, 8.7 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, and 33 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Sparrow Cottage
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Sparrow Cottage is located in Swanage, 8.5 km from Corfe Castle and 23 km from Monkey World.

    Comfortable, clean 10 mins walk to beach & well situated to explore Dorset

  • Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 59 reviews

    Located 8 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World and 32 km from Poole Harbour, Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay provides accommodation set in Swanage.

    We love Swanage and this was an ideal place to stay.

  • 1 Quayside Court
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 47 reviews

    Located 200 metres from Swanage Bay, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World, 1 Quayside Court provides accommodation set in Swanage.

    Great location. Couldn't be closer to the sea.

  • Robertsbrook Guest House
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 250 reviews

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

    comfortable, clean room very welcoming and helpful host

  • Passiflora Cottage
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews

    Situated in Swanage, just 300 metres from Swanage Bay, Passiflora Cottage features beachfront accommodation with a garden and free WiFi.

    cosy, and south facing patio neighbours very friendly

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  • Railway Cottage
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 522 reviews

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

    It was clean and comfortable. Slept well. Great location.

  • Louisa Lodge & Purbeck House Hotel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 399 reviews

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

    The peace and quiet and very helpful and friendly staff.

  • 2 Priests Mews
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 86 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, 2 Priests Mews features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very clean, views fantastic, walking distance to town

  • Arbour House B&B
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 238 reviews

    Located in Swanage, 250 metres from the beach, Arbour House B&B features free WiFi access and free private parking. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player.

    Good selection to choose from, set us up for the day!

  • Swanage Haven Boutique Guest House
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 reviews

    Situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Swanage Beach, The Swanage Haven Boutique Rooms boasts free WiFi, and free off-street parking is available for most room types.

    Cleanliness. Decoration, comfort. Attention to detsil

  • Marston Penthouse
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 200 metres from Swanage Bay, Marston Penthouse provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Exceptionally accommodation, beautifully designed and very comfortable

  • Jasmine Cottage
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    Jasmine Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Swanage, 7.5 km from Corfe Castle, 22 km from Monkey World, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

  • The Cabin
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 15 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 1.7 km from Swanage Bay, The Cabin provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. 23 km from Monkey World and 33 km from Poole Harbour, the...

    very cosy and in a good location for walking coastal paths around Swanage.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Swanage

  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 250 reviews
    Ideal location, lovely lady and very clean
    Julia
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 45 reviews
    Location is ideal, property was very clean and had everything that we needed. Shower in bath is very good. Place is very well equiped with all that you need.
    Damien
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 45 reviews
    Location, ideal for town and seafront. Good to have parking. Accommodation well proportioned and nice to have an ensuite. Kitchen very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Liked the books and games etc. Bathroom and shower room was very nice.
    Carolyn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 86 reviews
    Spotless, comfortable and ideal location
    Sam
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £84.60
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 651 reviews
    Location was great , 5 mins walk to beach. Building has a lot of character and history. Car parking was ideal behind the hotel. Bed was very comfortable. Place was very clean. breakfast was good and staff very pleasant.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £65
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 522 reviews
    Room was spotlessly clean and perfectly adequate for a single person. Lovely shower. Ideal location for beach and town centre.
    Walker
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 267 reviews
    Great location for North beach and a stroll into town. Parking on site. Friendly and helpful host. Very clean accommodation. Spotless bathroom. Comfortable bed in pretty room. Good quality bed linen and furnishings. Excellent breakfast for choice and expertly cooked. Bus stop at end of the road towards Bournemouth, Studland beaches etc and back to Swanage if needed. Near the coast path to Old Harry Rocks etc
    Maureen
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 13 reviews
    Ideal location, 2 minutes from pub and shop, 10 minutes to the beach. Only used the car once in the week, loads of walking can be done from the house. Very clean and well equiped. Excellent shower. OS map and picnic site well appreciated.
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 267 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable. Very friendly welcome from the owners. Location was ideal with public transport 50 metres away. Breakfast were huge and an excellent variety of choices. One of the best we have stayed in. Absolutely fabulous.
    DAVID
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 reviews
    Everything. Tina's welcome was really friendly and made us feel totally comfortable right from the start. The breakfasts were superbly cooked by Amanda and top quality with an excellent choice. The room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The fridge in the room was a bonus. The location was ideal for using the buses. Thank you so much Dave & Beryl
    David
    Young couple

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