Purbeck House Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (242 reviews)
91 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LZ , Swanage , GB

Facilities

Parasailing nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Conference space
Golfing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited cooked breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
Multiple reviews mention the hotel being clean and well-kept.
Service
9.15
Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful and attentive.
Location
9.19
The hotel is noted for its great location close to the town center and beach.
Room Quality
8.84
Most reviews highlight the rooms being spacious, warm, and comfortable.
Amenities
8.67
The hotel offers good amenities, although improvements could be made in breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.63
Generally good value for the quality of the accommodation.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Some reviews noted a lack of cooked breakfast options but praised the continental breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.95
Guests consistently express satisfaction and intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 01:33

Property Description

Picturesque Views and Elegant Amenities
Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden, along with complimentary wireless internet access. Indulge in room service and unwind at the bar/lounge.
Luxurious Features and Services
Benefit from wedding services, a lobby fireplace, and a banquet hall. Wake up to English breakfasts and park for free on-site.
Comfortable and Stylish Rooms
Relax in one of the 38 individually decorated guestrooms with modern amenities like iPod docking stations and LED televisions.

Book now for a memorable stay at Purbeck House Hotel in the heart of Swanage!

Important information:

  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 242 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.95
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FellowTraveler402370 Solo travel Cardiff, South Wales, Wales
8
Overnight stay
Pros:

Overnight stay
Charming hotel with character
Excelent room and continental breakfast

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
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WChair123 Friends getaway
10
Wheelchair user (without additional needs) opinion of the Purbeck House Hotel
Pros:

As a wheelchair user, yes there's a hill but not as steep as some, suitable for someone fit and able person to push or perfect if you have a small scooter
Location personnel I don't think you can get better to the centre of the town and amenities and the views from the hotel are wonderful with beautiful gardens
Rooms clean and tidy overlooking the garden and close to parking, easily accessible for a manual wheelchair user.
Can't complain about the cost, continental breakfast available and accessible.
No noise absolutely quiet
Rooms were cleaned every day.
The main building is very old so if you're a wheelchair user the lodge is perfect

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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ianhV3735MV Couples
10
A break to remember
Pros:

Fantastic location lovely setting, house first class, staff wonderful, what more could you want, will be going back!!!

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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U5436AQsharonc Couples
10
Birthday treat
Pros:

Had an excellent stay, room was clean spacious and warm. Location excellent as its near to everywhere without going up the steep hills. Staff are very welcoming. We can't wait to come back in the summer and see the gardens in full bloom.

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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Danniegruff Family
10
Cosy, accommodating, great location and interesting history
Pros:

Really loved our stay. Friendly, nice and clean and great history. Fab location and quiet got a great nights sleep!

2026-03-15 via Tripadvisor
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I6171HDkarenw Family London, England
10
Super
Pros:

Have stayed many times - always made to feel welcome. Clean & close to all we want to do in Swanage

2026-03-15 via Tripadvisor
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W202FGmarisoll Couples
8
A charming surprise from my husband
Pros:

Staff very friendly. The price was good. Ample room and very charming.
Bed very comfortable. Good supply of tea and café.
Fantastic views from the balcony in our room.
The room was warm. A bit of dust in the fire place and not high dustin done for a while.
Clean towels and robes. Good supply of of soap and shampoo.
Perfect location for us. Close to amenities.
Breakfast was value for money.

2026-03-11 via Tripadvisor
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janinev569 Couples
8
Great Location
Pros:

Stayed for one night for the blues festival, hotel was very clean and so convenient, 5 minute walk to the seafront and town and also with parking. staff were very friendly and helpful - definitely would stay again

2026-03-09 via Tripadvisor
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kimwU4962WH Family
10
Comfortable Hotel
Pros:

My elderly Mother and I have stayed at Purbeck House on several occasions. It is centrally located in Swanage with easy access to shops and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The twin room we stay in at Louisa Lodge is clean and a very good size with a lovely view of the grounds. Continental breakfast is basic but adequate to start the day. We love staying here and will be returning again.

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
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carolrI109YY Solo travel
8
Lovely friendly hotel
Pros:

The hotel is full of interesting history. It is family-run. They make you feel welcome. The hotel had some building works going on during my visit however, these did not disrupt my stay. It was a very relaxing and well-appointed for days out.

2026-03-01 via Tripadvisor
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S5451XJdavidb Family
10
Perfect place to relax
Pros:

Beautiful hotel friendly staff location is perfect our second visit and looking forward to the next one

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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H4784AOkimm Couples Salisbury, Wiltshire, England
10
Would definitely stay again
Pros:

What a lovely place to stay! The location is ideal for the town centre. The room was spotlessly clean. The staff extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel accommodated a couple of requests, with no hassle. Would definitely stay here again.

2026-02-17 via Tripadvisor
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M4817BWellah Solo travel
10
Another terrific stay at the Purbeck House Hotel
Pros:

I stay in this friendly and relaxing hotel whenever I'm in Swanage. The location is excellent (5 mins stroll from the beach), the rooms are comfortable and quiet and the staff very warm and welcoming. The Victorian ambiance of the lovely historic building is lovely. I can't wait to get back!

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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X3720MRgeraldw Family
8
Wonderful overall.
Pros:

Wonderful staff, spotlessly clean throughout. Decor a little dated, however, plenty of hot water in the shower. We brought fish and chips back with us one evening and the staff kindly set out plates, napkins and cutlery in the lounge for us. They even insisted on clearing up after us. Couldn't ask for more. All we needed to do was purchase drinks from the bar which we were happy to do. Very family friendly. A little disappointed with the buffet continental breakfast. Clearly catering on a very meagre budget to cut costs. That's the only reason it isn't 5/5.

2026-02-06 via Tripadvisor
8
822kerryc Solo travel London, England
10
Lovely characterful hotel by the sea
Pros:

Lovely characterful old school hotel. Really enjoyed my stay as I prefer hotels with character which so many modern hotels lack. Great location with many places to eat and drink within 2 minutes walk. 3 minutes walk to the sea as well. Good continental breakfast to.

2026-02-02 via Tripadvisor
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IsabelBroad Couples Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England
8
Great place to stay
Pros:

Great location, helpful staff and lovely views.
Continental breakfast was a great start to the day.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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T5168KQtonym Family
10
Lovely hotel. Very historic.
Pros:

Lovely historic hotel but we stayed in the lodge which was new, clean, light and airy. Just one issue we arrived in the evening and the grounds are very dark. The place needs more external lighting.

2025-12-29 via Tripadvisor
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ClaireB3535 Friends getaway
8
Lovely hotel, beautiful setting and location
Pros:

Wonderful Hotel - lovely setting and location. This hotel is beautiful. Classic features, in a beautiful setting yet pretty central and just a few minutes walking distance from the town. Plenty of parking, lovely gardens with deer roaming! Lovely bar, room was huge. Staff lovely. Breakfast is continental so if you require more then just don’t book walk to a nearby cafe. Thanks Purbeck House. We will be back!

2025-12-24 via Tripadvisor
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Adventure325868 Couples
8
A long weekend in Swanage
Pros:

Had a lovely couple of days stay at this very quirky . interesting hotel Swanage was charming and we shall come back again.

2025-12-08 via Tripadvisor
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FellowTraveler789674 Couples
10
Wonderful little Staycation
Pros:

My partner and I had a wonderful stay at the Purbeck hotel. The room was lovely, bigand clean. It was facing towards the trainstation so you could hear the steam trains (which my partner was ecstatic about). The staff were friendly and attentative, as well as pour a good pint.

Will definitely stay again!

2025-12-07 via Tripadvisor