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All rooms are equipped with a smart flat screen TV that has internet access, catch up TV and you can log on to your Netflix account. You will find a kettle and refreshments in your room along with free toiletries and a hair dryer. All rooms come with a private bathroom.

I had to find lodging on short notice after my business trip was interrupted, and stumbled across the Rookery. The location could not be better for accessing the beach and coastal trail, and it was only a bus ride to Poole/Bournemouth, with fantastic views along the way. Alan was also a fantastic and welcoming host, with a wealth of knowledge and recommendations for visiting the area.

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9.4
Superb
327 reviews
Price from
AR$ 119,682
per night

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.

Each room includes a TV and an electric kettle. Featuring a bath or a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Towels

Hosts Martine and John are a wonderful couple. Thank you both for making our stay in Swanage a memorable experience.

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9.1
Superb
535 reviews
Price from
AR$ 113,983
per night

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. All rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the garden or town. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer.

The rooms were serviced daily. The host was friendly and discreet and eager to be of help and offer recommendations. The breakfast was fresh, diverse and plentiful.

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9.1
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
AR$ 159,577
per night

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. There is limited onsite parking but ample alternatives are available in the vicinity.

The spacious rooms at The Castleton have high ceilings and attractive design. There is free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom comes with free toiletries.

great room, terrific breakfast a very nice place!

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9.5
Exceptional
433 reviews
Price from
AR$ 102,585
per night

The family-run Millbrook Guest House in Swanage has a town centre location and offers a full English breakfast. Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Swanage Steam Railway, this Dorset guest house provides free parking and Wi-Fi.

Millbrook House is a gem. Great location, spotless room and quality breakfast. Anthony and Tracy are friendly hosts and very knowledgeable about the local area.

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9.5
Exceptional
106 reviews
Price from
AR$ 106,004
per night

Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the sea, Robertsbrook Guest House is located opposite the Swanage steam railway station. On Dorset’s Jurassic coast, this stylish bed and breakfast provides free parking and Wi-Fi.

lovely clean property, close to local facilities and opposite railway station

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9.2
Superb
229 reviews
Price from
AR$ 85,487
per night

The modern boutique-style bedrooms offer a flat-screen TV, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. Local chocolates are left in the guest rooms for guests to enjoy. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries.

Room was very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent - and we were able to charge out EV! Amanda was very welcoming and gave us great advice about local sights.

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9.7
Exceptional
253 reviews
Price from
AR$ 89,135
per night

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 property features a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.5 km from Corfe Castle.

This holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower.

The Cabin was comfortable and a more than adequate living space for a couple on holiday. The views were scenic over the Purbeck cliffs, and the garden area was also very nice and well kept. The location is very peaceful, we even met some of the local wildlife (a fox and an owl) one evening!

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9.4
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
AR$ 245,121
per night

The holiday park is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days.

Quiet, peaceful, calm location. Great for walks and spending quality time together.

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews

The campground with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the campground. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Excellent location and very clean and comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
35 reviews
Price from
AR$ 108,284
per night

Most booked rooms in Swanage this month

Enjoy breakfast in Swanage!

  • The Pines Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews

    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.

    Amazing breakfast. Good choice and cooked just right.

  • Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 115 reviews

    Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach is located in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 300 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Good location. May have left my makeup bag behind?

  • The Limes
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 321 reviews

    Situated in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, The Limes features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Did not take the breakfast option. Comfortable room

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

    Featuring garden views, Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house provides accommodation with a patio, around less than 1 km from Swanage Bay.

    The quality of the property with higher than expected.

  • St Marks Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 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
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 203 reviews

    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.

    It was central to the village. Clean and very welcoming.

  • Rivendell Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 154 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.

    Excellent room and facilities Breakfast was also excellent

  • The Rookery
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 327 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

These rooms in Swanage have options with FREE cancellation

  • Grand Hotel Swanage
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 898 reviews

    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.

    Excellent staff, good food, great view overlooking beach

  • Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coast
    Free cancellation options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coast, 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.

  • The Sandhaven
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated 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.

    The hosts were very welcoming. The breakfast was excellent.

  • Arbour House B&B
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 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.

    Delicious breakfast thank you. Perfect for our needs.

  • The Castleton
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 433 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.

    Breakfast excellent. Room lovely. Parking limited.

  • Millbrook Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 106 reviews

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

    Super clean Fab breakfast Perfect location Free parking

  • Swanage Haven Boutique Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 253 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.

    Excellent in all ways Tina & Amanda are lovely hosts

  • The Cabin
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 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...

    It had everything we could want. Very new. Lovely people running it. Very clean. Great location

Highly rated rooms in Swanage

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

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

    Really good location decorated to a high standard.

  • YHA Swanage
    8.0+ review score
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 430 reviews

    Overlooking Swanage Bay and the Jurassic Coast, this YHA hostel is 250 metres from Swanage’s Blue Flag sandy beach.

    Location, cleanliness and friendly, receptive staf.

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

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

    Friendly staff, nice room, good breakfast and good location.

  • Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 679 reviews

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

    Attractive rooms, lovely garden. Interesting area

  • Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location, a property with a terrace, is situated in Swanage, 23 km from Monkey World, 33 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 1.1 km from Swanage...

    Self catering/location was good, giving a brilliant view of the bay.

  • Jone’s Cove
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Jone’s Cove provides accommodation with a bar and a patio, around 1.6 km from Swanage Bay. This campground has a pool with a view, a garden and free private parking.

    Excellent location and very clean and comfortable.

  • Clements House Swanage
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 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.

    Haus, Garten und Aussicht sind wunderschön. Strand, Supermärkte und Restaurants sind problemlos fußläufig erreichbar.

  • Quarrier's Rest
    8.0+ review score
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 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

FAQ about rooms in Swanage







Rooms that guests love in Swanage

  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Lovely view from the restaurant. Free EV charging. 22kw or 11kw. Lovely bedroom. All in all a great hotel.
    Eric
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Spacious room with a balcony great sea views.
    Derek
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Off street parking. Location in Swanage. Personal touches like fresh flowers and thoughtful items left in kitchen for us (cereal bars, coffee and tea etc.) Lovely Toiletries. Spacious living area. Patio and balcony,even though it wasn't warm enough to take advantage. Owners are next-door. Not intrusive but reassuring!
    Ann
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    The location was amazing - on the top of the cliff with a lovely garden overlooking the sea and own steps down to the beach. The hotel was beautifully decorated.and everywhere was exceptionally clean. The room itself was spacious with patio doors to a small balcony and very reasonably priced. All the staff were lovely and friendly and the breakfast menu was extensive. I would definitely stay again.
    McDougall
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    A lovely room overlooking the sea and the shore. Could lie in bed and see the sea! A nice balcony with a table and chairs. A nice bathroom, also massive choice for breakfast and a beautiful dining room overlooking the sea. Very helpful staff. And everything was very clean.
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Rooms were very comfortable and I think had been upgraded as we booked a double and single but stayed in a 2 bedroom suite and double. All staff were very friendly.
    Jason
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review
    Lovely house set a few minutes walk from the main high street. Nice and clean and cosy. Plenty of room upstairs and down, nice big bedrooms. Very quiet during the day and night.
    RayD1966
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Amazing hospitality from all the staff. The Encombe room was comfy, spacious and with uninterrupted view of the sea, you could truly marvel at the gorgeous backdrop whilst relaxing having a glass of wine on the balcony. The food for both breakfast and dinner was first class. Lovely little touches like the slippers and dressing gown. Our night stay felt truly indulgent!
    G
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    The family room was larger than we expected and we were very happily surprised to have 2 linked bedrooms. The breakfast was very tasty and plenty of it. The view of the sea from the restaurant was beautiful with the morning sunshine. The breakfast staff were very attentive.
    Ruth
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Excellent breakfast menu served by very friendly staff. The view from our room was panoramic, so we spent time sipping coffee on the balcony taking in the sights.
    Stanley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    Lovely room with fantastic view from balcony
    Susan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 216,568.14
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 898 reviews
    Fantastic location. Room with a balcony overlooking the sea is superb. Big, and spacious with an excellent view. Excellent food. Lovely staff and brilliant service. Great garden.
    david
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews
    The cleanliness and decor. The balcony with the evening sun. The excellent location, including having a parking spot close by (this was very necessary with my elderly mother). Spacious sitting room and the warmth of the property. The lovely view from the hallway.
    Hazel
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews
    Beautiful apartment, clean and done out to a very high spec. Spacious, and comfortable on the whole. Ceiling fan in the master bedroom. Lovely showers. Great for up to 4 adults and a child. Lovely balcony with seating. Great location in the town and 5 minutes walk from the seafront.
    Paul Sheehan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 248,483.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,813 reviews
    I wish to have a chance to book family room with a sea view balcony. The view is breathtaking! But even without that our room on second floor was having a nice one. Great location. Clean rooms. Lovely staff. With two kids running around, I love the idea of having breakfast in the room! By the way breakfast was exceptional.Definitely we will be back..
    Katarzyna
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Everything! Nice touches like fresh flowers, lovely room sprays/Reed diffusers abd toiletries. Tea/coffee provided lots of useful things in kitchen cupboards. Lovely outdoor space with BBQ and sunny terrace for early morning piece and quiet. Particularly liked main bedroom - enormous bed, lovely daylight flooding in and nicely decorated abd furnished. Clean shower with good pressure.
    Natalie
    Family with young children

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