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. Light and traditionally furnished, every room at The Pines Hotel has a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. A private bathroom is featured in each room, while some boast balconies overlooking the sea. All rooms are accessible by lift apart from the ground floor rooms that are accessible by 3 steps. The restaurant looks out over the Isle of Wight and Swanage Bay, and uses fresh produce in its menu, with a range of local specialities. The hotel is located at the eastern end of the 95-mile long UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast. Swanage’s centre is a 5-minute drive away, and Corfe Castle is 15 minutes away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An ideal base for exploring the south coast path. Located right next to the sea and within walking distance of Swanage town.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely position on the clifftop overlooking Swanage bay. About a mile in to town, and there were 154 private steps down to the beach, enabling you to walk to/from town along the promenade. Location was quiet.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is clearly well managed. All the staff were helpful and pleasant. Our room was ready on arrival so we didn't need to wait for check-in time. The food was really good so we ate there both nights. Our twin room room was comfortable. We...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Pines Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Hungarian

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Pines Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Bankcard The Pines Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accept American Express.

Please note that cots are available on request only. Please notify the hotel in advance to arrange this.

Please note that all rooms are accessible by lift apart from the ground floor rooms that have 3 step leading down to them.

Dogs are allowed to stay at this property with prior agreement, restrictions and charges apply.

FAQs about The Pines Hotel

  • The Pines Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at The Pines Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at The Pines Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Bungalow
    • Holiday Home

  • The prices at The Pines Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Pines Hotel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Swanage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Pines Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Pines Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.