Knoll House

Hotels
8 (1528 reviews)
Ferry road Studland Bay , Studland , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Relaxed atmosphere
Cons:
Spa cleanliness
Room drabness
Evening meal quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Some reviews indicated that the indoor spa and pool cleanliness could be improved.
Service
9
Staff were consistently described as friendly and welcoming.
Location
9
Numerous mentions of excellent location near the beach and good access to walks.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms were described as comfortable, but some mentioned wear and drabness.
Amenities
7.5
Amenities such as the spa received mixed reviews, impacting the overall score.
Value for Money
8
Generally favorable, though some felt the dining options could be better for the price.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfasts were praised, but some meals for dinner were considered overpriced.
Overall Experience
8
Positive, with many guests expressing intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:30

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Knoll House in Studland offers a range of luxurious amenities, including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, and hot tub access in select rooms.

Culinary Delights
Guests can indulge in a delicious full English/Irish breakfast and savor European, French, and British cuisine at the in-house restaurant. Take advantage of the special Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast rate for a delightful dining experience.

Convenient Location
Located just 9 km from Bournemouth and 48 km from Southampton, Knoll House provides a convenient base for exploring the coastal beauty of Studland.

Experience the epitome of luxury and comfort at Knoll House - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

The dinner fee is only applicable for adults.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Wed, Mar 31, 2027

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1528 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8
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Nicolaus • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Hughes • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Lovely 30s decor, location with sea views

Cons:

Dinner was poor, old style British stodge

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Lintern • solo_traveller • gb
4
Poor value for money
Pros:

The location is excellent. The breakfasts were also excellent. The hotel was very dog friendly.

Cons:

Our room in particular (nr 123) and the hotel in general felt very dated and in need of a major refurbishment.
The cost of our stay felt very overpriced given the quality of our room.
£20 per dog per night is extortionately expensive.
Choice of evening meals are limited to a two course menu which at £34 per head (excluding drinks) again felt too limited and too expensive.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • couple • gb
6
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Glenn • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location good. Nice surroundings. Nice staff.

Cons:

A bit dated in some areas.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
7
Would visit again
Pros:

VG breakfast out door pool good but the wind made it too cold to swim

Cons:

Evening meal very good and dinning room over looks the bay

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Lynette • solo_traveller • gb
8
see above
Pros:

Breakfast was really good. The games room was very good gor the grand children. Evening meals were really good, the staff organised a special meal for two vegan guests.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • couple • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Allman • couple • gb
10
Wonderful, peaceful, great night sleep, would like to live there.
Pros:

You found something interesting to look at around every corner, amazing rooms , everywhere very clean .
Beautiful views.
Quite

Cons:

Can’t think of anything negative to say.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Taylor • couple • gb
7
A pleasant stay for a short break.
Pros:

Quality of the food was very good.

Cons:

Limited choice and self service.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Griffith-Swain • couple • gb
7
Enjoyable
Pros:

Breakfast was great.
The kids really enjoyed the buffet.
You could order other items if required.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • gb
6
Great location but needs updating
Pros:

The breakfast was good. Our room was nicely decorated and was spacious. The terrace and gardens were beautiful with lovely sea views. Communal lounges were comfortable and nicely furnished and decorated. The games room was great if you have older children in your party. The location was amazing, a few minutes walk from the beach. The Bankes Pub a five minute drive away was good for meals. Our dog was made welcome, there is a nice woodland walk off the carpark to take them to for a short walk. We didn't use the spa facilities but the heated outdoor pool looked nice for warmer weather - lovely views.

Cons:

I was expecting a little more luxury for the price paid. Staff could have been more friendly. Views from our room over tarmacked flat roofs was unpleasant. The shower was blocked so we were unable to use it. We were only booked in for two nights so there wasn't time to have it repaired. There were adjoining doors to the rooms next door which did not have proper locks. Parts of the hotel were run down but other parts seem to have been refurbished. I would say book a room with a sea or garden view to be safe as these rooms seem to have been updated. It had a certain charm from a bygone era.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Helen • extended_group • gb
8
Great stay, lovely staff, brilliant location for the weekend
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Was a bit tired

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Suzy • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

dog friendly and good location - good breakfast

Cons:

room in courtyard was small and a bit congested, and the beds were very small. the radiator could not be switched off, so we baked overnight. A £10 tip was added to our bill, which should be at our discretion. Drinks very expensive. Didn't realise that dogs were not allowed on beach off a lead from May, as this was why we came here

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • gb
2
very underwhelming
Pros:

The location and view were fantastic. The memebers of staff were also very friendly.

Cons:

Unfortunately, the room I booked which I was under the impression it being one of the best rooms in the hotel, was extremely poor. I felt very hard done by having spent £750.00 for a three night stay. The room we had definitely did not warrant £250.00 a night.
I booked a two bedroom room with a balcony.
The 'Double bed' were two singles pushed together, which were probably the most uncomfortable nights sleep we've ever had.
The decor was that of about 50 years ago.
The balcony was a wooden slatted floor, half of which the paint had peeled off. The railings, along with the table and chairs were also covered in cobwebs.
There was no mini fridge in the room, we also didn't locate a safe.
What made this stay even more underwhelming, was the fact that the photos shown on the website, were absolutely nothing like reality. We were very much looking forward to the stay, from the photos, we were getting a £250.00 a night room. However, in reality, the room was more like a £100.00 a night and that's probably pushing it.
The hotel itself and the grounds are need of a lot of restoration.
Really disappointed.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Lovely building, loads of very well furnished different lounge areas, dinner was really good, decent breakfast (nothing too fancy but all the basics were there). Really loved the location.

Cons:

Room was on the small side, no hooks to hang clothes, no chairs.
The bathroom door was odd and didn't fully close.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Exceptional customer service by the staff - they went above and beyond to accommodate us and we were only staying one night.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
6
We enjoyed staying there but there is room for improvement.
Pros:

Great location looking down towards the sea, character property, plenty of parking and excellent breakfast. Big fluffy towels were lovely and good toiletries.

Cons:

Very surly barman on our first night, though other staff were lovely. Central heating was on full blast so way too hot especially in the upstairs corridor. Surprised that our room was not cleaned the first morning and shocked to find out from reception that you have to opt in to this! Whole place could do with an upgrade honestly.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
10
A lovely hotel in a peaceful area close to the beach
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee