Hotels in Swanage

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Where to stay in Swanage?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Swanage on Hotels.com. These Swanage hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 19, 2026.

1. The Knoll House

The Knoll House
Swanage
CNY931
CNY1,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Knoll House

2. The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
Swanage
CNY1,187
CNY1,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Pines Hotel

3. Grand Hotel Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage
Swanage
CNY1,064
CNY1,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Grand Hotel Swanage

4. Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel
Swanage
CNY993
CNY1,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Purbeck House Hotel

5. Red Lion

Red Lion
Swanage
CNY766
CNY919 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Red Lion

6. YHA Swanage - Hostel

YHA Swanage - Hostel
Swanage
CNY299
CNY358 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
YHA Swanage - Hostel

7. Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6

Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6
Swanage
CNY2,711
CNY3,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6

8. Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
Swanage
CNY1,193
CNY1,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

9. Flat 9

Flat 9
Swanage
CNY3,411
CNY4,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Flat 9

10. Claire Cottage

Claire Cottage
Swanage
CNY3,175
CNY3,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Claire Cottage

11. Swanny View 36

Swanny View 36
Swanage
CNY3,099
CNY3,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Swanny View 36

12. Jasmine Cottage

Jasmine Cottage
Swanage
CNY2,810
CNY3,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Jasmine Cottage

13. The Cabin

The Cabin
Swanage
CNY2,553
CNY3,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Cabin

14. Mallow Cottage

Mallow Cottage
Swanage
CNY4,957
CNY5,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mallow Cottage

15. Little Dairy House

Little Dairy House
Swanage
CNY3,906
CNY4,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Little Dairy House

16. Swanage Town Apartment

Swanage Town Apartment
Swanage
CNY2,612
CNY3,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Swanage Town Apartment

17. Swanage Coastal Park Caravan

Swanage Coastal Park Caravan
Swanage
CNY3,746
CNY4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Swanage Coastal Park Caravan

18. The Compass

The Compass
Swanage
CNY2,794
CNY3,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Compass

19. Seaview

Seaview
Swanage
CNY5,117
CNY6,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Seaview

20. Still Waters

Still Waters
Swanage
CNY3,967
CNY4,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Still Waters
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The Knoll House

The Knoll House
Swanage
CNY931
CNY1,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Knoll House

The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
Swanage
CNY1,187
CNY1,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Pines Hotel

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
Swanage
CNY1,193
CNY1,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6

Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6
Swanage
CNY2,711
CNY3,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 6

Hill View

Hill View
Swanage
CNY2,635
CNY3,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hill View

Sea Pink Cottage

Sea Pink Cottage
Swanage
CNY2,970
CNY3,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sea Pink Cottage

Mallow Cottage

Mallow Cottage
Swanage
CNY4,957
CNY5,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mallow Cottage

Studland Cottage

Studland Cottage
Swanage
CNY4,630
CNY5,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Studland Cottage

The Swanage Rail Lookout

The Swanage Rail Lookout
Swanage
CNY5,787
CNY6,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
The Swanage Rail Lookout

Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 5

Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 5
Swanage
CNY2,642
CNY3,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Purbeck Hotel Apartments - Flat 5
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Top landmarks in Swanage

A coastal scene with a boat on a paved jetty, calm sea, distant cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
Photo by Steve Hocking

Swanage Beach

9.2/10 (236 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Swanage Beach, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Swanage. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Pier Beach located nearby.
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A sandy beach with dunes and grass.
Photo by Steve Hocking

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

9.6/10 (162 reviews)
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve is 3.7 mi (6 km) from central Swanage, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Old Harry Rocks and Compton Acres, both nearby.
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A coastal landscape with white cliffs and a river.

Old Harry Rocks

9.6/10 (143 reviews)
Old Harry Rocks is 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Studland, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Compton Acres, both nearby.
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A coastal cliff with two caves and a transmission tower.
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Durlston Country Park

9.4/10 (72 reviews)
Durlston Country Park is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Swanage, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Old Harry Rocks and Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, both nearby.
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Shell Bay Beach

9.6/10 (80 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Shell Bay Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from central Swanage. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Sandbanks Beach located nearby.
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Isle of Purbeck

9.6/10 (128 reviews)
Isle of Purbeck is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Worth Matravers, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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Knoll Beach

9.6/10 (36 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Knoll Beach located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Studland. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Studland South Beach located nearby.
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Studland South Beach

9.6/10 (67 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Studland South Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Studland. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Knoll Beach located nearby.
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Learn more about Swanage

Swanage is well-known for its seaside and gardens while attractions include Swanage Beach and Old Harry Rocks. This beachside city has something for everyone including sights like Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Dorset and East Devon Coast.

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Check out reviews of Swanage hotels guests love

The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
Swanage

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Carol
The Pines Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel
Swanage

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Purbeck House Hotel

Grand Hotel Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage
Swanage

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Grand Hotel Swanage

The Knoll House

The Knoll House
Swanage

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Joseph
The Knoll House

Britannia House

Britannia House
Lymington

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Christian
Britannia House

Westwood House

Westwood House
Dorchester

10/10 Exceptional

United States
eduardo
Westwood House

Highfield Coach House

Highfield Coach House
Lymington

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Daniel
Highfield Coach House

Thorps Farm Bed and Breakfast

Thorps Farm Bed and Breakfast
Fordingbridge

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jon
Thorps Farm Bed and Breakfast

The Bear of Burton

The Bear of Burton
Christchurch

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Helen
The Bear of Burton

Sentry Mead

Sentry Mead
Totland Bay

10/10 Exceptional

United States
STEPHEN
Sentry Mead

Captains Club Hotel

Captains Club Hotel
Christchurch

10/10 Exceptional

United States
David Da
Captains Club Hotel

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa
New Milton

10/10 Exceptional

United States
SIMON
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa

Beach View Guesthouse

Beach View Guesthouse
Weymouth Town Center

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Susan
Beach View Guesthouse

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Swanage?

You can find top hotels in Swanage from CNY298 with options to suit your budget and needs. YHA Swanage - Hostel is one low-cost option that's popular with our travelers. To find an affordable hotel in Swanage that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Swanage hotels?

Discover great deals on Swanage hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on Swanage hotels.

Can I book Swanage hotels with free cancellation?

It's easy to book a refundable Swanage hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are some of the best Swanage beach hotels?

For a beachy vacation in Swanage, Swanage Beach, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, and Shell Bay Beach are some of the best places to visit. Stay at a top-rated Swanage beach hotel and make the most of your vacation. Check out The Knoll House if you're after a hotel that's near the water. With proximity to the beach plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant, our travelers rate it highly at 8.6 out of 10. The Pines Hotel is another great choice for a relaxing beach vacation and our travelers rate it 9.2. Located near the beach, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge along with a variety of other amenities to enjoy. Grand Hotel Swanage is another ideal choice. Travelers love the private beach access plus the indoor pool and full-service spa, and it has a guest rating of 8.8.

What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Swanage?

Consider one of our travelers' favorite pet-friendly hotels in Swanage:

You can check "Pet friendly" on the Hotels.com "Amenities" filter in your search to find even more pet-friendly hotels in Swanage.

What are some of the best hotels in Swanage for couples?

Enjoy your couple's retreat with a stay at a top-rated Swanage romantic hotel. Our travelers love Purbeck House Hotel, a hotel with a bar/lounge. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Swanage for couples on Hotels.com.

What are the top Swanage hotels with a pool?

Discover some of the best Swanage hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Grand Hotel Swanage is a great hotel with an indoor pool and a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its private beach (direct access) and full-service spa. The Knoll House is a popular hotel that features an outdoor pool and an indoor pool along with a restaurant and an outdoor tennis court. To find more stays in Swanage with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".

What are some of the best Swanage hotels with free parking?

If you're exploring by car, finding a great Swanage hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:

What are some popular hotels in central Swanage?

For hotels in central Swanage, check out Haven Hotel and The Pines Hotel. Travelers love Haven Hotel for its location, as well as the beach, indoor pool and ocean-view restaurant this hotel offers. The Pines Hotel is another popular central hotel with a beach (direct access), a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Corfe Castle Village and Sandbanks are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Swanage vacation.

Find out more about Swanage

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Swanage on Hotels.com. These Swanage hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 19, 2026.

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