Grand Hotel Swanage

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa

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Lounge
Superior Sea View with Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Burlington Road, Swanage, England, BH19 1LU
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Inland View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Inland View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Sea View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Sea View with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Sea View Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage places you next to Swanage Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Dorset and East Devon Coast. This 25-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, a full-service spa, and a private beach.

What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Great Globe - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 16 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Down The Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Swanage

Beachfront hotel with full-service spa
Grand Hotel Swanage features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, fans, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 10 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.5 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Swanage
Grand Swanage
Grand Hotel Swanage Dorset
Grand Hotel Swanage Hotel
Grand Hotel Swanage Swanage
Grand Hotel Swanage Hotel Swanage

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Grand Hotel Swanage?

Grand Hotel Swanage provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Swanage?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Swanage on Oct 12, 2025 start from $126.92, excluding 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.

What can I see near Grand Hotel Swanage?

This hotel in Swanage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. You'll also find Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Swanage Pier within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Grand Hotel Swanage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. You'll find a max of 10 spaces per unit.

Is there a spa available at Grand Hotel Swanage?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include facials, body treatments, and massages.

Does Grand Hotel Swanage have a casino?

No, Grand Hotel Swanage doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Swanage?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Grand Hotel Swanage?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Hotel Swanage?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Grand Hotel Swanage feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grand Hotel Swanage serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Grand Hotel Swanage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grand Hotel Swanage though service animals are welcome.

Does Grand Hotel Swanage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Grand Hotel Swanage?

The closest major airport to Grand Hotel Swanage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 17.5 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Swanage?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Swanage.

Reviews

Grand Hotel Swanage Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 328 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the budget rooms which were surprisingly spacious. The conservatory has lovely views of the water and it’s very easy to walk to the sea. We would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It a beautiful historic beach front hotel. The aura of the history was everywhere. The front desk people were very sweet. The glass terrace facing the beach was an exquisite place to sit. The green lawn at the front was very peaceful place. The breakfast I did not like so much, but there were plenty of other options around
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John Switzer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with fantastic views of coastline. Room very comfortable. Food excellent. Could walk into Swanage or beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded when we arrived to a Seaview room. The room was a nice size, very clean with a wonderful view. Having steps straight onto a beautiful beach was amazing. The hotel staff very friendly and informative. We enjoyed using the Spa facilities. The only slight issue was there is very little parking however there is road side parking and if you do have to paid to park they do reimburse you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and helpful staff. Very relaxing. The evening menu is rather limited for longer stays but food was well cooked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel with great views, clearly had a recent makeover too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing stay in an old world location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the beach, lovely to be able to hear the waves as you fell asleep. Good facilities and outdoor area. Easy walk along the seafront into the centre of swanage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1 night stay

Amazing view over the sea. The swimming pool didn't open until 10am :( Average breakfast :( Location wonderful and you can walk to the beach in wo minutes :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent reception services and very pleased with accommodation, room recently refurbished to a high standard. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couple stay

We loved our stay in the hotel. Close to many walks and the beach is so superb.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ignoring the scaffolding you see as you park up, once inside the Grand was excellent. Staff were very attentive, especially the bar staff.. Food whilst a limited menu, was excellent. Parking can be an issue but there is a pay and display 5 mins away. Rooms very modern and views fantastic. Would stay again happily...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean tidy and fresh some refurbishment going on outside of building and in other parts of buildings. Staff helpful booking in was easy, parking limited at hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very clean room, delightful sea view from dinning room and gardens. Only issue very limited parking and currently scaffold and building work on adjoining wing. We would use The Grand again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property but lacked parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, helpful staff. Drinks very pricey though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
If you stay for more than a couple days then the menu was very limited
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the staff outstanding at this historic property with a breathtaking water view! The hot tub and sauna were a welcome treat after a day of hiking. Parking was not a problem but there is limited space in the parking lot. The neighborhood was quiet for a relaxing break, with the town centre close at hand if you want to stroll along the waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025