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The Knoll House

3.5 star property

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A coastal landscape with a grassy path leading to a beach, a rocky outcrop, and the ocean.
A room with a wicker chair, a potted plant, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a balcony with a railing.
A large house with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A bedroom with a wooden wall, a bed with yellow pillows, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A room with a pool table, a ping pong table, a piano, and a billiards table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England, BH19 3AH
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knoll Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Studland South Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

A bed with a floral-patterned pillow and a patterned bedspread.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wicker chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

A bed with a floral-patterned pillow and a patterned bedspread.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a wicker chair.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Twin Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Twin Room)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Single Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (with Single Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (with Single Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (with Single Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

3 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and framed pictures.

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Swanage

The Knoll House places you next to Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and within a 10-minute walk of Knoll Beach. This 3.5-star hotel has 70 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Knoll Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Studland South Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wareham Station - 14 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bankes Arms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Knoll House

Guests staying at The Knoll House enjoy an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and conference space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers and phones are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a sauna.

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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

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 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Pool fee: GBP 10 per person per day
  • Spa fee: GBP 10 per person per day
  • Hot tub fee: GBP 10 per person per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Knoll House Hotel Swanage
Knoll House Swanage
The Knoll House Hotel
The Knoll House Swanage
The Knoll House Hotel Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Knoll House?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Swanage based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and Knoll Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Sandbanks Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knoll House?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knoll House on Aug 31, 2026 start from $201, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Knoll House?

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

Does The Knoll House include a casino?

No, The Knoll House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Knoll House?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Knoll House?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Knoll House?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does The Knoll House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Knoll House serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Knoll House allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Knoll House for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Knoll House?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Knoll House?

The closest major airport to The Knoll House is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 14.5 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Knoll House?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Knoll House offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

The Knoll House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean hotel. Good breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I organised a large family gathering at this hotel to celebrate finishing south West coast path. The breakfast and dinner every night was fantastic served by a brilliant team. The location is great and in a beautiful area , used the heated outdoor pool several times. Lots of nice areas outside and in to relax . Hotel rooms need updating but overall this didn’t affect our stay . Great value and recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are not well soundproofed. Location is excellent. Breakfast was great but finishes too early at 09.30. Staff friendly. Once the entire hotel is refurbished it could be amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff, excellent food and a beautiful location makes for a delightful break.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing location, comfortable and clean room, yummy and generous breakfast, fun pitch and putt, quirky indoor pool, fun games room once tokens were eventually located and provided :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

From the moment we arrived the staff could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The food was excellent. The lovely dinners made the stay special. Our room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The only negative was that the WiFi in our room was not good and kept dropping off.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb location, great room which was nice and clean, loved the history of the place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice bedroom. Rest of hotel a bit dated. Good food and great location. Breakfast not served till 8am which is quite late. We had to leave at 7.30, but we were told we couldnt be offered any breakfast. We would have been happy to help ourselves to coffee and toast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A charming , if not slightly tired, hotel. In a beautiful spot, perfect as a base to further explore the area. From the moment I checked in, until the moment I checked out, all of the staff were extremely friendly, helpful , courteous and professional. The bed was very comfortable and the linen fresh and clean. Powerful hot shower. Plenty of tea & coffee. The breakfast buffet was excellent. A very enjoyable stay. I would love to see the proper receive the TLC it deserves.
Breakfsst
Peaceful lounge
Well situated
Lovely walk in the grounds
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Family and dog friendly. Very clean but some areas and furniture quite worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was good. Help yourselves hot and cold buffet, which worked well. Bedroom was very dated, with mismatched furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming and character-full hotel with lovely Enid Blyton memorabilia for those of us who have fond memories of growing up with her stories. The location is beautiful, across the road from the ocean and beaches, along with several excellent walks. My room was very comfortable and cosy with nice updates, although part of the charm of the hotel is its age which does show in some of the common areas. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful, although a few more healthy options would be appreciated for those of us paying attention to our diet - such as wholemeal bread options, fresh fruits and granolas. All in all, very good value for a lovely stay and I would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet traditional hotel in a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice very big rooms. Great breakfast. Quick walk to beach. Never found the swimming pool. WiFi very poor in my room but fine in main building. Parking was chaotic, they need to use paint to delineate parking bays and maybe book bays for overnight people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Staff & service
Nice character and quirky but very tired property. Room was a good size and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom was a trip back in time and whilst functional, it needs replacing. The main hotel was comfortable and very relaxed and extremely dog friendly, which suited many guests. The food and service was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with loads of facilities, tons of history and full of old world charm. Sadly, the Expedia app let them down. I sent them several messages and either they didn't receive them or they didnt reply, which was unnerving. Nonetheless, when we got there we had a lovely, pet-friendly, ground floor suite (it smelled a bit musty, but it settled), and the staff couldn't have been nicer. The food we had (breakfast and dinner) wa excellent. This is a largely undiscovered, unspoilt area of the UK and well worth visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

William

Some staff were not helpful. Breakfast was disappointing. Rooms average. Pool was unswept, shoddy though the pool itself was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay. However i found the bed to be very hard and the property to be very dated. Everything was very clean, but the 1st impression wasn't what i had hoped for. The location is wonderful, a great beach within a few minutes walk. Staff were all lovely. However for me it is time to renevate, starting with the rooms and their furniture. I did not try the extended facilities such as the spa, so can't comment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, excellent food and a good location made our holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were available and professional,superb hotel,very pleasant surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the experience was very good. The room was perfect for our needs and with a great sea view. Most of the services and the quality of food was very good - along with the ease of parking and the Hotel's excellent location. My only criticism would be that there was no bottled water supplied in the room - nor any real choice of tea. On the services side, only a two-course dinner was available in the evening from the kitchen and no light snacks or room service were possible. Otherwise a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another lovely stay at Knoll House. Staff and service were professional, supporting and understanding of our special requests; there was no fuss or challenges which made the weekend a relaxing break
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025