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The Knoll House

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Sandbanks Beach

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England, BH19 3AH
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Swanage Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Old Harry Rocks
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with interconnecting Single Room)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (with Single Room)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Twin Room)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Single Room)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Swanage

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Swanage hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Knoll Beach. Studland South Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Studland South Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swanage Beach - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sandbanks Beach - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Old Harry Rocks - 12 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 14 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoll Beach - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Funworld Arcade - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bankes Arms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Pig Too - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Knoll House

3.5-star beach hotel near Sandbanks Beach
The Knoll House offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at The Knoll House. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swanage hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Knoll House offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Knoll House Hotel Swanage
Knoll House Swanage
The Knoll House Hotel
The Knoll House Swanage
The Knoll House Hotel Swanage

The Knoll House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lovely location

The hotel is tired and the bedroom was cold. The food was nice and the staff were pleasant. Wonderful location on Studland beach, walked part of the SW Coast path.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David, seaford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good pool not working on the day we stayed but otherwise good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my 3rd visit. The hotel is like home from home, it has a lovely atmosphere. The staff couldn't be more helpful, the building is old and they do a good job of keeping it clean. Nothing seems to be too much trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property has a rich history in the area, and the location is fantastic for Studland beach and surrounds. The staff were great. The rooms and property are dated, but add to its charm. Dont expect a modern experience and be prepared to embrace the history and you wont be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very relaxed & comfortable stay. Lovely food in the restaurant and helpful and friendly staff. Room was warm, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay the staff are amazing. The food was lovely . Home from home stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location, breakfast options and staff Family 2 bed room was a little dated especially the bathroom finishes and located above the kitchen - so rather noisy late evening and early morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawne

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. An older style hotel with a homely feeling and lots of history. It's not over-modernised.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area,hotel very dog friendly with lovely sandy beach across the road , rooms comfortable staff friendly and helpfull. Although we didnt use them the hotel has a spar and swimming pool.Very clean ,but a little tierd the hotel had plenty of parking and bus stop outside if you want to leave your car. Really enjoyed our staff great breakfast with seperate atea for dogs.Would definatly staff again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog Friendly. Pleasant helpful staff. Look forward to going again. Beach so near too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Knoll house hotel is set in beautiful surroundings and has an old fashioned vibe. The staff are absolutely lovely and were incredibly helpful and kind. Observing some of the guest behaviour they also have the patience of saints. What makes the hotel stand out is it's setting. Beautiful views across Studland and walks on your doorstep. The rooms are clean and adequate, they are not particularly luxurious but if they were we probably wouldn't be able to afford to stay here. The restaurant food was good hotel quality but not anything to get excited about but there are plenty of good pubs in driving distance and the food was not overly expensive. I found it an extremely homely and relaxing stay. Absolutely perfect for dogs and truly dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very special place.

Knoll House is ideal for couples, families and their pets so much to do inside and out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway

The Knoll is the perfect place to unwind and relax. It has a Noel Coward feel about it, comfy sofas, open fires, beautiful gardens nd lots of walks. Absolutely love it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirsty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

5* location - disappointing hotel.

I had high expectations of staying here. I've always wanted to for 30+ years and splashed out for a big birthday. I was a little disappointed. The room was very basic. Paper thin walls & doors. Bedroom doors didn't fully close as wardrobe in hallway blocked it. We were above the games room and went to sleep to the sound of table tennis and air hockey and woke up to the sound of kids playing on the piano. Tv had no remote and not enough tea cups for our party of 3. Pillows were flat and not fluffy. Check-in was quick and efficient but not overly informative and we used checkout key box as queue was large and the 2nd member behind counter wasn't engaging with customers. Parking was difficult. Breakfast/bar staff were friendly. The beer taps were out of order. The location was amazing. Loved the view from the breakfast room, we saw deer on the grounds on our morning walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time at staying in knoll house..staff lovely and very helpful..we found it relaxing and throughly enjoyable..and our dogs thought so to
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Don’t bother, Half Board is not HB for families!

We booked Half Board as a family (2+2) kids are aged 10 & 8. Turned up to the hotel and they said that although we booked half board only adults get the package, for the kids you have to pay extra. Checked all booking confirmation and there’s no mention of that in the booking process or small print or any confirmation. To double check I spoke with the agents at hotels.com who also confirmed there’s no mention of it there either… they also believe this to be unfair. False advertising and blatant lying. Further to that, there’s a mandatory service charge for anything you charge to your room including drinks at the bar and food in the restaurant. No mention of this when you order and you don’t sign / get a receipt when charging to your room either. Just another underhanded tactic to money grab from unsuspecting guests. Hotel is alright, it’s tired, needs some investment but it’s functional. Things to note, in the garden suite there are very few plug sockets in the bedroom, TV is 21” (tiny) both nonissue for us but for kids if they play on devices want to watch some telly then this will be difficult. Also no WiFi in this room either. Would is at here again, yes, but only if someone else was paying… for the additional cost of the kids meal £43 we could have easily paid for a better quality of hotel in the local area. We do a lot of staycations is this area as we are locals in Bournemouth, would say even a Britannia hotel is better value for money and that’s something!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Timeless jewel, quaint old world hotel in the most perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Knoll house, it’s a very unique hotel in such a lovely setting. You can walk across the road to the beach. It is perfect for dogs. It is a five minute ride from Swanage. There is a bus that stops right outside the hotel and will take you to sandbanks or Swanage it is surrounded by so much countryside and nature. It’s a wonderful place. Our dog loves it as well.👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel full of charm and warmth.

A really atmospheric hotel in an amazing location. Full of character and charm. I would really wish it never changes. Wholesome personality of more than just a hotel. Wood panel bar, reading room, movie theatre, games room, open log fire. Very comfortable rooms, warm and very updated bathrooms. Lovely attentive staff. A spa with indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi plus two saunas. Fantastic views over the ocean and countryside with abundant deer wandering around. Really is a slice of England from the past. Full of character. I recommend it to all.
View from one of the lounges looking out to sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is not for everyone. It is old fashioned in style , a 1930s build that’s not been renovated but sadly due to be but has so far kept its original charm .The staff and service are excellent with good food. Knoll beach is unspoilt, only a cafe and NT shop. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, full of character , gorgeous location , lovely staff , excellent restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025