Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge

Hotels
8.3 (1413 reviews)
91 High Street , Swanage , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
No hot breakfast
Cold room at check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Most reviews mentioned rooms were clean, but some noted cobwebs and cold issues at check-in.
Service
8.91
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.95
Guests praised the hotel for its convenient location near shops, beach, and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.4
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, though some issues with cold temperatures were reported.
Amenities
7.93
Good amenities mentioned, but lack of a cooked breakfast was a downside for several guests.
Value for Money
8.39
Guests felt it was good value given the location and quality.
Food and Beverage
7.44
Mixed feelings on breakfast options; only continental available.
Overall Experience
8.41
Overall positive experiences shared, with minor issues that did not detract from enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:32

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

Luxurious Accommodation

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Book your stay at Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge now to experience a blend of history, comfort, and convenience in the heart of Swanage.

Important information:

Please note that there are no elevators at the Purbeck House Hotel or the Louisa Lodge.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1413 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 7.44
Overall Experience: 8.41
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Jane • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Didn't have breakfast. Disappointed no cooked breakfast available

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
5
May not stay again
Pros:

Location

Cons:

A little out dated.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Robert James • couple • gb
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Don • couple • gb
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
9
Great location for the centre of town and the beaches
Pros:

The location is superb and massive car park

Cons:

Shame they didn’t do hot food for breakfast

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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LUCIAN • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent location, beautiful historical building and gardens

Cons:

Was a bit pricey for a weekday but it's the season.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • au
8
A great experience , unfortunately no air conditioning
Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
9
Great location staff very friendly.. comfortable bed
Pros:

The location .. beds were so comfortable.. and very clean room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
1
Horrible place. Needs a huge makeover. Bathroom was awful didn’t stay long enough to even shower
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Kinga • family_with_children • us
10
We hope to return soon.
Pros:

Everything. The mansion is amazing and we liked the fish pond.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Building and location.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location good, did not have breakfast we thought £9 each for a continental breakfast was a bit over the top after paying £200 per night for the stay.
Room was acceptable but looked dated and the windows needed a good clean as they hadn't been done for a while.
Staff very friendly and the bed was brilliant.
All in all fairly satisfied.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Routledge • couple • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Location excellent breakfast good

Cons:

The bathroom needs a little attention

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast definitely needs improvement

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
5
Okay
Pros:

Location good and had parking

Cons:

It’s very dated needs a few things doing we usually stay in hotel but was in lodge this time it’s not very clean and very basic room said see view which I paid extra only seen if hang out window which the receptionist said and laughed,never have breakfast when we stay here it’s not good.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Was in the centre of town and could walk everywhere we wanted to go

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee