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Purbeck House Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Swanage with free parking
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Aerial view
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
91 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LZ
  • Pier Beach
    7 min walk
  • Swanage Beach
    7 min walk
  • Swanage Pier
    10 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    59 min drive

Room options

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Swanage

Purbeck House Hotel puts you in the heart of Swanage, within just a 10-minute stroll of Pier Beach and Swanage Beach. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .Bar 1875 is the hotel's own bar. A meeting room and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Swanage hotel include Corfe Castle and Poole Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 7 min walk
  • Swanage Pier - 10 min walk
  • Durlston Country Park - 12 min walk
  • Old Harry Rocks - 13 min drive
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 14 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Funworld Arcade - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Black Swan Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gee Whites - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Pig Too - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Purbeck House Hotel

Victorian hotel in Swanage with free parking
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 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 iPod docking stations and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Romanian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bar 1875

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1875
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 8.50 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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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
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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
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Purbeck House Hotel Swanage
Purbeck House Hotel Hotel Swanage

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Purbeck House Hotel?

Yep, Purbeck House Hotel has a free self car park.

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

As of 28 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purbeck House Hotel on 1 Oct 2024 start from AU$251.86, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Purbeck House Hotel?

Yep, Purbeck House Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Swanage Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and parasailing.

Does Purbeck House Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers love the English breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, Purbeck House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Purbeck House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Purbeck House Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt is a short 14-minute walk away.

Purbeck House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 258 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tim

Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a grade 2 listed building which added to the lustre of the building, (due to this there is no lift, so be prepared to use the heavily carpeted stairs). Only breakfast available, this is a first class breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Returning visitor. Always love staying here however there have been some changes. Breakfast arrangements changed with no menu or table service. Croissants shop bought en masse and from a multi bag, bread basic not great choice. Large bed which was lovely but duvet too small for the bed and no extra one in the room. Thankfully it wasn’t cold. Staff friendly as usual. Pleasant stay just not the same
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Shower in bedroom very hard to use
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

WENDY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
cannot give a title
Hotel is looking very tired from outside, and inside as our doors to the balcony open was very hard to open and shut.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place - super stay - good sleep
Purbeck hotel was a last minute decision and one I was very happy to have made. I stayed in the lodge, great sized rooms. Staff were lovely and helpful, made me feel at home. Location was great for the town and the Swanage railway, the reason why I was in town. I did not have breakfast as was out early so cannot comment on that side. If I was looking for a negative point then my tv didn’t work (I wasn’t in the room much anyway) and the shower/bath could be better (showerhead needs improvement for sure) and I’m not sure who uses baths these days - a walk in shower on the the next renovation please. Car parking great too, although I missed the entrance first time round..
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lottie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in swanage. The staff were lovely, and the location was perfect. Would highly recommend if looking for a place to stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great atmosphere
Had a fab stay loved the old building with such a long interesting history the new owners have introduce a atmosphere to the property which I loved
Main building
External tower
Fireplace in lounge
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just one night away to do a bit of walking on coast path. Ideal situation and very helpful and accommodating staff, nothing seemed to be any bother. We stayed in the lodge which are good sized rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, exactly what you'd expect from an older building in a high street. The room was ready, check-in was so easy it was done and I knew where the room was and where to find breakfast in less than two minutes. I even knew when the bar closed. Why can't all hotels be like this? The room was warm and comfortable with plenty of tea and coffee stuff. Easy car parking, and do hang around to watch the squirrels in the trees in the gardens. Breakfast was excellent. A good stay - I'd stay there again. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Swanage stay.
Superb service. Lovely quiet room. Excellent breakfast and even left me a nice packed lunch for my journey home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia elethia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL ROBERT

Lovely stay and all staff were so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed overnight but would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Purbeck House
Really clean spacious room in great surroundings .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and spacious
Comfortable, spacious and above all, clean hotel room with lots of furniture for storage. We enjoyed our stay with you immensely and found the staff approachable and friendly when we stayed this week for an out of season active long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal Hotel
The hotel is beautifully situated with well kept grounds in the centre of the town. We had a warm welcome. I can thoroughly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a great character building in a great position in Swanage my wife and I had a lovely stay for three nights over the New Year with a very comfortable and warm room. the breakfast was a very filling and well cooked. All the staff are extremely friendly and helpful and made our stay a delightful experience. We have stayed at this hotel a few times in the past few years and it always meets our requirements and expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023