The Rookery

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Swanage with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite, Ensuite

  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Located within a 5-minute walk of Swanage Beach, The Rookery is within a 15-minute stroll of Dorset and East Devon Coast. This 8-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pier Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 14 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Cellar Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Rookery

Bed & breakfast in Swanage with free breakfast and a restaurant
Free WiFi in public areas and an outdoor tennis court are featured at The Rookery. A stay here includes free parking.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles are also included. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 372 reviews
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The price is $108
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Rookery?

This bed & breakfast in Swanage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. You'll also find Santa-Fe Fun Park and Swanage Railway less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Rookery?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Rookery include a casino?

No, The Rookery doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Rookery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Rookery good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, an outdoor tennis court, and free breakfast at this bed u0026 breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Rookery?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Rookery have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Rookery serves free breakfast from its restaurant.

Will The Rookery allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Rookery.

Are there connecting rooms at The Rookery?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Rookery?

The closest major airport to The Rookery is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 17.4 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Rookery?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Rookery.

The Rookery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GILLIAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alan was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our stay at the Rookery. Swanage has instantly become one of our favourite places in the UK.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. The room was lovely and comfy and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness

Poor Teddy

Started off the weekend well, clean and comfortable. Room was cold as the weather had changed to rain but the heating did not come on. Breakfast was good. The second night was cut short as the owners dog was left home alone and continued to howl and bark for hours. After trying to contact the owners without success we decided to leave as sleep was impossible and hearing a dog in distress was very unsettling. We left at 9pm for a 2hr drive home. Had no reply from owners after leaving 2 messages on their emergency numbers and sending texts and contacting through Hotels.com requesting a refund for the second night. Met the resident staying in room 1 on our way out who was also feeling concerned for the dog and irritated by the noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, very welcoming. Breakfast was lovely too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovey clean room and friendly hosts. Booking I was disorganised as not checked website we booked through so not expecting us. Ordered a drink and waited for arrival only to to charged ,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an excellent stay and have stayed previously!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B and B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly b&b ideally located in swanage walking distance to the sea off road parking lovely relaxed atmosphere 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept, great host in Alan, and Charlene did breakfasts to perfection with quality local produce. High standards of cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely family run business,I was made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much for the hosts. They went above and beyond. Lovely room ,bathroom with very nice shower gel,shampoo and cream. Everywhere was extremely clean and the breakfast was cooked fresh and arrived quickly.Only a few minute walk to beach. Would definitely recommend this guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Jazz '24

Wonderful blackpudding and the Swanage Jazz Festival was worth coming back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful, friendly proprietors. Very well appointed. I shall definately return ! Thoroughly recommended. You can't do better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, London

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you. PS. Try the sausages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was very clean and the bathroom looked as though it had just been renewed. Alan was very good and I would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, great breakfasts, a short stroll to the beach in Swanage and the town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Lovely mini-break

Perfect base from which to explore Swanage and the surrounding area. Two-minute walk to the beach, and a short stroll along the seafront to the shops etc. Alan is a very friendly host, our room was lovely and breakfast was delicious. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. No hesitation in recommending The Rookery
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small friendly BnB for a few days rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything I needed to make a two day walking holiday comfortable including a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very friendly and welcoming and only too happy to please.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional with bay windows yet modern ring door bell, and porch chairs to sit and chill on. VERY spacious inside. Good sized room with traditional sash windows and smart TV, modern ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023