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.
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.
Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the sea, Robertsbrook Guest House is located opposite the Swanage steam railway station.
Tansy
United Kingdom
In over 40 years of travelling, this was the most friendly welcome we have ever had! We arrived after walking nearly 20 miles, with our dinner in takeaway containers; Clare took us straight in to the dining room, provided plates and cutlery and poured us beer and wine.
Her personality shines through the guest house, from the bold and stylish decor to the excellent breakfast. This latter is normally served in your room, but as we were with friends, she made us all welcome in the dining room - another lovely friendly touch.
Good location, both for the South West coast path and for the station.
On average, 3-star hotels in Swanage cost £147 per night, and 4-star hotels in Swanage are £123 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Swanage can on average be found for £105 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.
We had a fab week staying at Arbour House B&B. Fraser and Sarah are great hosts and made us feel very welcome.
The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious and the breakfast was very tasty with a great selection to choose from.
The B&B is in a great position within a few minutes walk of the beautiful sandy Swanage beach.
We will definitely be back soon.
Thank you Fraser and Sarah x
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.
Super lovely accommodation. The family room had everything we needed as a family of four with two young children. The room had books and DVDs to keep them busy whilst it rained outside.
Fridge and dining table in the room too, which helped make life easier.
Plenty of space in a lovely sea side decor room.
Short walk to the beach and town.
Would definitely stay again!
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
The apartment is centrally located in the heart of Swanage, ideal base for exploring Dorset's Jurassic coast. The apartment is spacious and one of six in the block. It has a well equipped kitchen and spacious rooms. The apartment is well presented with modern fixtures and fittings.
great location in central Swanage - easy walk to town and beach, with plenty of pubs, cafes and restaurants. garden was a real oasis. the house is really fascinating, the beds really comfortable and the bathrooms lovely. plenty of space overall.
A lovely view, friendly staff and the downstairs of the hotel is a lovely place to sit and look out to sea. The steps down to the beach is nice, we enjoyed a walk to swanage town centre by walking along the beach path. Breakfast was nice.
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
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.
Very well located, nearby SPAR and could get to Swanage beachfront in less than 10min. The place was comfortable, kitchen was in good working order, and the beds were super comfy!
Everything was clean and functioning. Location is right inside swanage town. Sea view from apartment was perfect. Owner communicates super well and quick.
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