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Purbeck House Hotel

3.0 star property
Swanage Victorian hotel with bar/lounge

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Perched by the ocean, Purbeck House Hotel offers a serene retreat with a charming library, lovely garden, and inviting terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi or relax by the lobby fireplace; guests rave about the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is R2 439
R2 927 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Jun - 02 Jun

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9,6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

9,6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View

7,4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Quadruple Room

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Suite

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Triple Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
91 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LZ

What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Swanage Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 116 min drive
  • Swanage Station - 4 min walk
  • Wareham Harman's Cross Station - 9 min drive
  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪White Horse Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burnt Toast - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Purbeck House Hotel

  • When you stay at Purbeck House Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Dorset and East Devon Coast and Corfe Castle. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, parasailing and waterskiing, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1875
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Purbeck Hotel

Purbeck House

Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel Swanage

Purbeck House Swanage

Purbeck Hotel Louisa

Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge Swanage, Dorset

Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Swanage

Purbeck House Hotel And Louisa Lodge

Purbeck House Hotel Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel Swanage

Purbeck House Hotel Hotel Swanage

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Purbeck House Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Purbeck House Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Purbeck House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (26-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Purbeck House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Purbeck House Hotel also has a garden.

What's the area around Purbeck House Hotel like?

Purbeck House Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Swanage Station and 16 minutes' walk from Dorset and East Devon Coast.

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Reviews

Purbeck House Hotel Reviews

8,8

Excellent

9,2

Cleanliness

9,6

Location

9,4

Staff & service

8,4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers excellent car parking facilities and well-maintained grounds with a large car park. (13 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently excellent, with a good selection and high-quality food. (25 reviews)
  • The property offers easy access to the beach and pier, making it an ideal location for beachgoers. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Spacious room, good parking, nice staff , convenient location for town and beach
van, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovey staff on Reception, beautiful setting and bar and lounge area very relaxing
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good parking and central location
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very central. Friendly staff
Rob, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Fresh continental breakfast
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant and accomodating staff, room clean and good size.
Gary, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant place to stay. Friendly staff. No restaurant for evening meals but you can bring a take-away in the evening and they have tables in the lounge and will give you cutlery. Spacious rooms.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff clean and welcoming
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was spotless excellent views the staff could not be more helpful
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very welcoming and attentive. The room was clean and warm, plus we had a good breakfast each day.
Janet, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless and our late check-in was no problem, a friendly welcome. Fantastic view from our room across Swanage bay.
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great looking property, the staff were great and very friendly.
Great
Shaun, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff amazing room clean
Johanne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A delightfully quirky (in the best sense of that word) hotel - a former convent and school - with many of the original features still intact. Easy to find, excellent parking facilities, and probably the most spacious breakfast area we've ever seen. Comfortable, quiet, and warm room - what more could you want?
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

If you want a cosy authentic Victorian house then this a place for you. The room was clean, very big and the staff were lovely and friendly.
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at the Purbeck Hotel, Our room (16) was huge, clean, comfortable and had great views over the town and bay. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. We highly recommend this hotel.
Steve, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Atmospheric old building, welcoming and friendly staff, characterful grounds.
Stewart, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely all round stay at The Purbeck House Hotel. Location and setting beautiful. Hotel lovely, room spacious, staff really friendly and helpful, nice little bar and a decent continental breakfast. Thanks Purbeck House. We will be back!
Mrs C D, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay, good breakfast staff friendly and helpful
Stewart, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room very clean and comfortable
Linda, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff were helpful and friendly. The room we stayed in was fine, with a nice view of the sea. The hotel being situated right in the town was just right for us.
Laurence, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Continental Breakfast was OK. Room in Louisa Lodge that was very quiet. But it was a short walk away up a slope (sometimes in the rain). Staff very friendly.
Robert, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent position helpful staff and clean rooms
Geoff, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is a grand old place with a rich history connected to it, which the owner is more than happy to share with you. Good sized rooms, communal areas and bar. Free, secure carpark. Location short 5min walk to town. Have been before and will come again for sure 👍
Matthew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent and really friendly would recommend the hotel to other people
Leslie, 1-night trip