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.
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...
David
United Kingdom
The staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. The views from the breakfast and dining areas were beautiful. There was an easy way straight down to the promenade for lovely walks close to the sea.
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!
Overlooking Swanage Bay and the Jurassic Coast, this YHA hostel is 250 metres from Swanage’s Blue Flag sandy beach.
Krzysztof
Poland
Super comfy and clean place! With a great view over the bay. Self-catering kitchen was truly impressive, both its cleanliness and the cooking equipment. Super friendly host!
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.
On average, 3-star hotels in Swanage cost DKK 1,283 per night, and 4-star hotels in Swanage are DKK 1,072 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Swanage can on average be found for DKK 918 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
From London, take a direct South Western Railway service to Wareham (2.5 hours), then a bus to Swanage (40 minutes). International travellers can fly into London Heathrow and follow the same route. Alternatively, take a ferry from Poole to Swanage (1 hour).
The most convenient airport for Swanage is Bournemouth Airport, due to its proximity and direct transport links. It's approximately 30 kilometres away, making it ideal for both domestic and international travellers.
Swanage, UK, offers various public transport options. The Swanage Railway provides a nostalgic journey, while local buses, including the Breezer 50, offer regular services. Taxis are also available. For short distances, walking or cycling is feasible. If you prefer driving, car hire services are accessible. Always check schedules and availability in advance.
The best area to stay in Swanage, UK, is the town centre due to its proximity to the beach, shops, restaurants, and Swanage Railway. It's ideal for visitors seeking convenience and accessibility.
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.
Spacious, very clean, and well equipped.
The kitchen had a great gas cooker and oven. The microwave was good and was the kettle.
Beds are very comfy and bedding. They are good clean quality.
Bathroom clean with lovely shower.
The living had excellent seating with a very comfortable main sofa and a chair with leg rest.
The location is perfect since Swanage Beach is only 5 mins walk away.
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.
Loved staying at the limes with my family. Beautiful hotel in an amazing location close to the beach, restaurants and shops. Comfortable room that accommodated myself, my husband and our three children. Sarah was so welcoming and made our stay very enjoyable. The breakfast room is beautiful and having breakfast made for us each morning was such a treat! Would definitely stay again.
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.
Excellent location to beach and swanage town centre...also a massive bonus is the bus stop is right outside The Casleton which is open top and takes you to all the best places . The Castleton is an excellent Bed and breakfast..the rooms are great the decor is spot on but Kate and her staff are amazing ..The best Breakfast around Thankyou
We had a very relaxing trip to Swanage with our family and friends who also stayed at the Grand Hotel. The hotel has very impressive views over the bay in Swanage and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent with easy access to the beach.
The hotel and rooms were lovely. The hosts were very accomodating and friendly. Breakfast was good. the hotel is a short walk to the beach and beyond that the town centre. We would definitely come back next time we are in Swanage!
really nice property- clean and lots of space. The views from the front windows were lovely. Nice rooms with pretty decor and on suite toilets and showers or bath in each room was perfect for our two families.
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
The location to Swanage town is fantastic, car parking brilliant, the hotel has a genuine family house feel, the conservatory out back has a good breakfast area, looking out to the well kept garden.
Great little apartment within easy walking distance of the centre of Swanage. Beautiful views out of the back patio doors. Very clean and comfortable. Great communications from the host.
I visit swanage several times a year (I have family there) so I knew the location would be good. The parking was good. The apartment was very spacious and well kept.
Everything was clean and functioning. Location is right inside swanage town. Sea view from apartment was perfect. Owner communicates super well and quick.
Amazing position and private steps to beach. Very spacious and comfortable public areas all with sea views.
Very good breakfast included in room price.
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