Purbeck House Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Swanage with free parking

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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91 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LZ
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Globe
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 1 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Purbeck House Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Pier Beach and Swanage Beach. This 38-room, 3-star hotel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Great Globe - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Horse Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Purbeck House Hotel

Victorian hotel in Swanage with free parking
Guests of Purbeck House Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch LED TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, coffee makers, and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1875
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 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 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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Purbeck House Hotel?

This hotel in Swanage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach, Swanage Pier, and Pier Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durlston Country Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Purbeck House Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Purbeck House Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Purbeck House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Purbeck House Hotel?

At this waterfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Purbeck House Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Purbeck House Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Purbeck House Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Purbeck House Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Purbeck House Hotel?

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

How close is the airport from Purbeck House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Purbeck House Hotel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 28 mi away (59 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Purbeck House Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Purbeck House Hotel.

Does Purbeck House Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Purbeck House Hotel.