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YHA Swanage - Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel in Swanage with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 Bed Private Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

2 Bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

3 Bed Private Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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5 Bed Private Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

5 Bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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3 Bed Double Private Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

5 Bed Double Private Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

5 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Located within a 5-minute walk of Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, YHA Swanage - Hostel is within a 15-minute stroll of Pier Beach. This 24-room, 3-star hostel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Pier Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cellar Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬3 min walk

About this property

YHA Swanage - Hostel

Hostel in Swanage with a restaurant and a bar
At YHA Swanage - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and an arcade/game room. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a picnic area.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.75 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 5 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.

Property is also known as

YHA Swanage Hostel
YHA Swanage
YHA Swanage - Hostel Swanage
YHA Swanage - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Swanage - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near YHA Swanage - Hostel?

Located steps from Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, this hostel is in Swanage, and within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. You'll also find Durlston Country Park and Pier Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have a casino?

No, YHA Swanage - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is YHA Swanage - Hostel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hostel.

Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, YHA Swanage - Hostel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will YHA Swanage - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Swanage - Hostel.

Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from YHA Swanage - Hostel?

The closest major airport to YHA Swanage - Hostel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 28.4 mi away (61 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Swanage - Hostel.

YHA Swanage - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaswanth Harish

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

Amazing experience

Amazing experience, fantastic food and service, clean toilets
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievably cheap stay. Lovely en suite room with sea view. Staff very friendly and helpful. My first stay in a YHA in nearly 30 years and experience was so good I’m looking to come again. Only gripe would be internet signal in rooms a bit poor
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact there was a lounge and the kitchen was great. The gentleman on the desk was lovely too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

André

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Amazing stay 100% excellent

It was a really good trip to the yha in Swanage as it was really clean and the bed was comfy and the bedding was cosy and comfortable and the price was very reasonable I didn’t use the lounge or bar so can’t comment about those things or the kitchen overall it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was totally spoilt when a large group of rugby club families arrived and took over the building for 2 of our three nights. Loud shouting until the early hours. Children running around the corridors and in and out the building No YHA staff on duty at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

gagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience with stay and facilities available, its present in a very price location and nearby to a lot of other amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

One night stay at Swanage

Lovely room with amazing view of Swanage very clean, will certainly be back 😎very helpful staff and great breakfast x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michail

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

Great place to stay in Swanage

Very clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent too. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely Swanage

This hostel is ideal for visiting swanage its clean comfortable with lovely staff free parking and just a stones throw away from the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and cheerful. The bedside lights could do with being angled differently and less bright.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oxana

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

Great stay

Great location sea view from our room was a bonus . Good parking on site. Staff very helpful . Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mala

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

Excellent

We stayed for in this lovely YHA for two nights and wished it was for longer. The staff were so friendly and Gary went out of his way to accommodate us at short notice. The hostel is modern, clean, spacious save very well located. They've done a fabulous job of trying to keep guests safe during COVID. Thank you for all your care. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Brilliant place to stay.

The staff were very helpful and friendly. The YHA is positioned perfectly for all the local amenities. The place was spotlessly clean. I'll definitely stay they again when back in Swanage.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Room and facilities extremely clean. Free parking was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place clean staff good food good.close to town beach, only negative staff smelt of cigarettes when booking me in , not nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019