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Purbeck House Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Swanage

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A historic stone building with a large garden and a church in the background.
A building with large windows and a garden with various flowers.
A vase of flowers on a marble table in a room with patterned wallpaper and a staircase.
A courtyard with stone buildings, a conservatory, and outdoor seating.
A view through a window with a clear sky, a grassy yard, and a distant town with buildings and the sea.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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91 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LZ
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Annex Building

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer and a TV, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Annex Building

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer and a TV, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

Family Triple Room, Annex Building

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with white and brown bedding, a framed artwork on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A living room with a TV displaying 'BLOCKBUSTERS', a wooden dining table, two chairs, a green sofa, and a staircase.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a telephone.

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
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a chandelier.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small round table, and a dresser.

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
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a fireplace, a vanity with a mirror, and a television on a stand.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A small, neatly arranged hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

Standard Single Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens and a rolled towel, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair near a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Swanage

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Swanage hotel, you'll be steps from Swanage Railway and a 5-minute walk from Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre. Pier Beach and Swanage Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Swanage Railway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swanage 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

  • Swanage Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bankes Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Square & Compass - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Purbeck House Hotel

3-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Swanage
Purbeck House Hotel offers its guests a library, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Purbeck House Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Swanage hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1875
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Purbeck House Hotel offers 38 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 26-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is 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

How close is Purbeck House Hotel to the airport?

Purbeck House Hotel is 28 mi (59-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Purbeck House Hotel?

As of Aug 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purbeck House Hotel on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $248, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Purbeck House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Purbeck House Hotel.

How close is Purbeck House Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Pier Beach and 7-minute walk from Swanage Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Purbeck House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Purbeck House Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Purbeck House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Purbeck House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Purbeck House Hotel have a pool?

Purbeck House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Purbeck House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Purbeck House Hotel to downtown Swanage?

Purbeck House Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Swanage.

Purbeck House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 436 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, good parking, nice staff , convenient location for town and beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great character property, good helpful staff and ideal location, couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and owners, really helpful and will be coming back very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very hopeful Room clean and tidy Plenty of breakfast Plenty of car parking spaces
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovey staff on Reception, beautiful setting and bar and lounge area very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room and beautiful decor in the main hotel, bathtub was a luxury, good choice of food for the continental breakfast, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ideally situated close to the high street. Lovely restaurants. Lots of things to do in the area. Hotel was quirky but needed some tlc, although rooms were clean and breakfast was amply
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Good parking and central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central location, really characterful property with original features, v good parking. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and accomodating staff, room clean and good size.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Good parking for town. Excellent room .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fresh continental breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was beautiful and old, definitely a historic building. If you like simple and historic then you'll enjoy this space. The staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean room with a very comfortable bed. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The location of the hotel with parking was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived a bit late and were welcomed by a friendly and warm member of the staff. The room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast a bit poor with not hot or meat or eggs options, but would stay again if we’re to come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean but dated bedroom & bathroom. Breakfast ok. Parking excellent & proximity to town/beach/pier great. Lovely staff. Had a sea view room with balcony in the Lodge which was ok but not somewhere we'd wa t to stay again. In need of sunstantial refurbishment but has amazing potential.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very welcoming and attentive. The room was clean and warm, plus we had a good breakfast each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denis

Breakfast excellent but no cooked food. Room clean but no walk-in shower which I need as I’m 88. Plenty of parking spaces. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spotless excellent views the staff could not be more helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big clean room. Good Continental breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Purbeck house hotel is right in the town and close to everything. However, once inside and in the gardens, it is so tranquil, a perfect stay. Staff so helpful and friendly and meet requests and enquiries with a smile. Room was comfortable and clean and all you need for a stay. Varied continental breakfast, perfect. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026