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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.

Loved the welcome. Room was really nice. Overall was impressed.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
244 reviews
Price from
$111.69
1 night, 2 adults
Rivendell Guest House, hotel in Swanage

Just a 7-minute walk from Swanage Bay and a few steps from Swanage Railway, Rivendell Guest House features accommodations in Swanage, with a shared lounge.

Clean, comfortable and very welcoming hosts.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
166 reviews
Price from
$140.24
1 night, 2 adults
Rivendell Holiday Studios & Suite, hotel in Swanage

Just a 7-minute walk from Swanage Bay and a few steps from Swanage Railway, Rivendell Holiday Studios & Suite features accommodations in Swanage, with a shared lounge.

Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
62 reviews
Price from
$196.09
1 night, 2 adults
Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path, hotel in Swanage

Just 1.1 miles from Swanage Railway and a 16-minute walk from Putlake Adventure Farm, Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
$154.65
1 night, 2 adults
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...

Booked a twin room and thought it was a bit pricey but didn't realize it had quite a few beds in it so if you have a people with you actually works out pretty cheap
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
366 reviews
Price from
$68.26
1 night, 2 adults
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.

A very enjoyable stay
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
673 reviews
Price from
$119.89
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.

Comfy bed and accommodating staff
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
527 reviews
Price from
$80.67
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Location was excellent,first time in the Lodge but found it very cosy
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
403 reviews
Price from
$108.47
1 night, 2 adults
2 Priests Mews, hotel in Swanage

2 Priests Mews offers accommodations in Swanage, a 13-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.3 miles from Corfe Castle.

Great stay and would book again
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
105 reviews
Price from
$117.90
1 night, 2 adults
Mortons Manor, hotel in Corfe Castle

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

Fantastic choice and quality
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
684 reviews
Price from
$235.80
1 night, 2 adults
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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
     · 105 reviews

    Swanage Holiday Penthouse Apartment, Moments from Beach and Town, On Site Parking, Fast WIFI, Sleeps up to 6, Rated Exceptional is located in Swanage, just a 6-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.4...

    Contemporary and well presented with good facilities

  • Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach with parking
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 119 reviews

    Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach with parking is located in Swanage, just a 4-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.6 miles from Corfe Castle.

    Good location. May have left my makeup bag behind?

  • Cosy Little Hyde Cottage, Swanage
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 113 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Cosy Little Hyde Cottage, Swanage provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi. With garden views, this accommodation features a terrace.

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

  • Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 104 reviews

    Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house offers accommodations in Swanage, a 10-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.3 miles from Corfe Castle.

    The quality of the property with higher than expected.

  • Gretenham B&B
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 214 reviews

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

    Perfect hosts, beautiful location, fantastic breakfast

  • The Rookery
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 250 reviews

    Set just a 1-minute walk to the beach, and 6.8 mi 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 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 522 reviews

    Located 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

  • Arbour House B&B
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 238 reviews

    Located in Swanage, 820 feet from the beach, Arbor 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!

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  • Anchor Cottage - Swanage
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Anchor Cottage - Swanage is located in Swanage, just a 3-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.8 miles from Corfe Castle. This vacation home offers accommodations with a patio.

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

    Seashore Retreat is located in Swanage, just 5.8 miles from Corfe Castle and 15 miles from Monkey World.

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

    Wyvern Cottage offers accommodations in Swanage, 5.6 miles from Corfe Castle and 15 miles from Monkey World.

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

    Sandy Toes is located in Swanage, just a 5-minute walk from Swanage Railway and 22 miles from Athelhampton House.

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

    Offering a garden, Lizards Rest provides accommodations in Swanage. With free private parking, the property is a 6-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.4 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

    The Mount Swanage is located in Swanage, just a 11-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 6.2 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

    Just 1.1 miles from Swanage Railway and a 16-minute walk from Putlake Adventure Farm, Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coastal path features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    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

    Just a 4-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 0.4 miles from Swanage Railway, Seaview features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Clean, comfortable and close to the beach and town centre

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

    Just a 9-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 400 yards from Swanage Railway, Clements House Swanage features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Beautifully presented house , warm & spotlessly clean.

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

    Flat 1 Deco is located in Swanage, just a 2-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.6 miles from Corfe Castle. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

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

    HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view. Is a recently renovated apartment in Swanage where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace.

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

  • Rivendell Guest House
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 166 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Swanage Bay and a few steps from Swanage Railway, Rivendell Guest House features accommodations in Swanage, with a shared lounge.

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

  • Rivendell Holiday Studios & Suite
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 62 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Swanage Bay and a few steps from Swanage Railway, Rivendell Holiday Studios & Suite features accommodations in Swanage, with a shared lounge.

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

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

    Ocean View offers accommodations in Swanage, 5.8 miles from Corfe Castle and 15 miles from Monkey World. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

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

    Just a 6-minute walk from Swanage Bay and half a mile from Swanage Railway, Sunny Place features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

  • 39 Queens Road
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 85 reviews

    39 Queens Road is located in Swanage, just 15 miles from Monkey World and a 4-minute walk from Swanage Railway.

    Clean & comfortable accommodation. Good location.

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

    The Castleton is approximately 492 ft 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 .

  • Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Providing a garden, Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location offers accommodations in Swanage.

    The location is amazing! Good sized caravan and very clean.

  • Passiflora Cottage
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 29 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 200 yards from Swanage Railway, Passiflora Cottage features accommodations in Swanage with a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

    cosy, and south facing patio neighbours very friendly

  • Brook Lodge Garden Flat
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    Brook Lodge Garden Flat is a recently renovated vacation home in Swanage, near Swanage Bay. Housed in a building dating from 1930, this vacation home provides free Wifi and free private parking.

    Everything - location, parking and accommodation all perfect

  • Quarrier's Rest
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 15 reviews

    Quarrier's Rest is located in Swanage, just 5.5 miles from Corfe Castle and 15 miles from Monkey World.

    So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

  • Ballard Vista
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Ballard Vista is located in Swanage, just 5.4 miles from Corfe Castle and 14 miles from Monkey World.

  • Sea Glass
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Sea Glass offers accommodations in Swanage, a 4-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.3 miles from Corfe Castle. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge.

  • Robertsbrook Guest House
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 244 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

  • Ocean view
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Ocean view is located in Swanage, just a few steps from Swanage Bay and 5.8 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • Sandcastles
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 35 reviews

    Sandcastles is located in Swanage, just 15 miles from Monkey World and a 4-minute walk from Swanage Railway. The 4-star vacation home is 5.9 miles from Corfe Castle.

    Excellent location.cery well appointed and very clean.

  • 1 Quayside Court
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    1 Quayside Court is located in Swanage, just a 2-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.8 miles from Corfe Castle. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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

  • Millbrook Guest House
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 116 reviews

    Millbrook Guest House offers accommodations in Swanage, a 7-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.5 miles from Corfe Castle.

    Breakfast was delicious. Good quality produce used

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  • Railway Cottage
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 527 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
     · 403 reviews

    Nestled in extensive gardens in the center 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.

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

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

    All fabulous, hotel & grounds were beautifully kept.

  • 20 Princess Rd
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Just a 11-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 600 yards from Swanage Railway, 20 Princess Rd features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    A lovely clean and bright house with all that you need for a short stay in Swanage.

  • Swanage Haven Boutique Guest House
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 204 reviews

    Located just 3 minutes’ walk from Swanage Beach, The Swanage Haven Boutique Rooms features 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
     · 13 reviews

    Marston Penthouse offers accommodations in Swanage, 14 miles from Monkey World and 29 miles from Weymouth Harbour.

    Exceptionally accommodation, beautifully designed and very comfortable

  • Beach House
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Swanage Bay and one mile from Swanage Railway, Beach House features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    The bedrooms, bathrooms, seating areas, decoration

  • Amberlea apartment
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 28 reviews

    Amberlea apartment is located in Swanage, just 15 miles from Monkey World and a 7-minute walk from Swanage Railway.

    Amazing location, apartment was very clean and tidy.

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  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 244 reviews
    Ideal location, lovely lady and very clean
    Julia
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 46 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 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 46 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
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 105 reviews
    Spotless, comfortable and ideal location
    Sam
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $118.74
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 673 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: $80.67
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 527 reviews
    Room was spotlessly clean and perfectly adequate for a single person. Lovely shower. Ideal location for beach and town centre.
    Walker
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 250 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 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 15 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 traveler
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 250 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
  • Avg. price/night: $149.86
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 204 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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