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Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach is located in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 300 metres from Swanage Railway. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Swanage Bay.

Location was excellent and it contained all the facilities for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

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9.4
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
€ 216
per night

Featuring garden views, Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house provides accommodation with a patio, around less than 1 km from Swanage Bay. The property is around 8.6 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World and 33 km from Poole Harbour. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The location was excellent and the view amazing.

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9.2
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
€ 270
per night

Boasting garden views, St Marks Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Swanage Bay. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the holiday home.

Peaceful, quiet and clean property within easy striking distance of the coast and country.

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9.2
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
€ 188
per night

A recently renovated property, Gretenham B&B is set in Swanage near Swanage Bay, Swanage Railway. Featuring sea and inner courtyard views, this bed and breakfast also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

Great location. Nice spacious clean room. Very welcoming hosts. Delicious breakfast.

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9.5
Exceptional
200 reviews
Price from
€ 123
per night

Featuring free WiFi, Rivendell Guest House offers family run accommodation in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle.

Rooms include a flat-screen TV and fridge. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Everything has been perfect, we had an amazing time at Rivendell I really recommend it if planning to be around Swanage

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9.3
Superb
155 reviews
Price from
€ 121
per night

Set just a 1-minute walk to the beach, and 11 km from Corfe Castle in Swanage, The Rookery Guest House features free WiFi access and free private parking.

All rooms are equipped with a smart flat screen TV that has internet access, catch up TV and you can log on to your Netflix account. You will find a kettle and refreshments in your room along with free toiletries and a hair dryer. All rooms come with a private bathroom.

Very clean and comfortable. Very friendly welcome from the owners. Location was ideal with public transport 50 metres away. Breakfast were huge and an excellent variety of choices. One of the best we have stayed in. Absolutely fabulous.

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9.4
Superb
328 reviews
Price from
€ 106
per night

Situated in the coastal town of Swanage, The Sandhaven offers free MESH WiFi. Less than a 2-minute stroll from the beach and panoramic views of Swanage Bay, Swanage Pier is also 17 minutes' walk away.

Each room includes a TV and an electric kettle. Featuring a bath or a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Towels

Hosts Martine and John are a wonderful couple. Thank you both for making our stay in Swanage a memorable experience.

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9
Superb
535 reviews
Price from
€ 123
per night

Located in Swanage, 250 metres from the beach, Arbour House B&B features free WiFi access and free private parking.

Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player. All rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the garden or town. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer.

The rooms were serviced daily. The host was friendly and discreet and eager to be of help and offer recommendations. The breakfast was fresh, diverse and plentiful.

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9.1
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
€ 164
per night

The Castleton is approximately 150m from the beach and a 10 minute walk to the town. Offering a lounge with sea views, this traditional seaside property is nearby a sandy beach. There is limited onsite parking but ample alternatives are available in the vicinity.

The spacious rooms at The Castleton have high ceilings and attractive design. There is free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom comes with free toiletries.

The breakfast was lovely. Lots of nice options and plenty of food to get you going!

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9.5
Exceptional
429 reviews
Price from
€ 106
per night

The family-run Millbrook Guest House in Swanage has a town centre location and offers a full English breakfast. Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Swanage Steam Railway, this Dorset guest house provides free parking and Wi-Fi.

Millbrook House is a gem. Great location, spotless room and quality breakfast. Anthony and Tracy are friendly hosts and very knowledgeable about the local area.

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9.5
Exceptional
106 reviews
Price from
€ 109
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 114 reviews

    Spacious luxury flat in Swanage, close to beach is located in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 300 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Good location. May have left my makeup bag behind?

  • Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 100 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Wight view, flat 2 rosslyn house provides accommodation with a patio, around less than 1 km from Swanage Bay.

    The quality of the property with higher than expected.

  • St Marks Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 123 reviews

    Boasting garden views, St Marks Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Swanage Bay.

    Being so close to an excellent shop and a bus stop

  • Gretenham B&B
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 200 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Gretenham B&B is set in Swanage near Swanage Bay, Swanage Railway. Featuring sea and inner courtyard views, this bed and breakfast also features free WiFi.

    It was central to the village. Clean and very welcoming.

  • Rivendell Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 155 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Rivendell Guest House offers family run accommodation in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and fridge.

    Excellent room and facilities Breakfast was also excellent

  • The Rookery
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 328 reviews

    Set just a 1-minute walk to the beach, and 11 km from Corfe Castle in Swanage, The Rookery Guest House features free WiFi access and free private parking.

    The location was great & the host’s were superb

  • The Sandhaven
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 535 reviews

    Situated in the coastal town of Swanage, The Sandhaven offers free MESH WiFi. Less than a 2-minute stroll from the beach and panoramic views of Swanage Bay, Swanage Pier is also 17 minutes' walk away.

    The hosts were very welcoming. The breakfast was excellent.

  • Arbour House B&B
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews

    Located in Swanage, 250 metres from the beach, Arbour House B&B features free WiFi access and free private parking. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player.

    Delicious breakfast thank you. Perfect for our needs.

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  • The Mount Swanage
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    The Mount Swanage is situated in Swanage, 10 km from Corfe Castle, 25 km from Monkey World, as well as 1.3 km from Swanage Railway.

  • Stunning Caravan on Swanage Bay View Holiday Park
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Swanage in the Dorset region, Stunning Caravan on Swanage Bay View Holiday Park features a patio. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Clements House Swanage
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Set in Swanage, 800 metres from Swanage Bay, Clements House Swanage offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.

    Haus, Garten und Aussicht sind wunderschön. Strand, Supermärkte und Restaurants sind problemlos fußläufig erreichbar.

  • Seaforth
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Seaforth, a property with a garden, is set in Swanage, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 600 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Great location just up from the seafront. Short walk to Peverill Head

  • Purbeck Lodge
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, Purbeck Lodge features a patio. Located 300 metres from Swanage Bay, the property provides water sports facilities and free private parking.

    Lovely spacious home very well equipped for families

  • Seaview
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Seaview provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean, comfortable and close to the beach and town centre

  • Flat 1 Deco
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Flat 1 Deco is set in Swanage, 9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 400 metres from Swanage Railway.

  • Quarrier's Rest
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Quarrier's Rest, a property with a garden, is located in Swanage, 8.9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 500 metres from Swanage Railway.

    So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

  • Brook Lodge
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Brook Lodge provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Well equipped, spacious and very comfortable with free parking.

  • HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view.
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews

    Set in Swanage, near Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway, HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view. Is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and terrace.

    location the beds and everything you needed was there

  • Swanage Holiday Penthouse Apartment, Moments from Beach and Town, On Site Parking, Fast WIFI, Sleeps up to 6, Rated Exceptional
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 96 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, Swanage Holiday Penthouse Apartment, Moments from Beach and Town, On Site Parking, Fast WIFI, Sleeps up to 6,...

    Good location,well equipped. Nice and clean accommodation

  • Ocean View
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Swanage in the Dorset region, Ocean View features a balcony. The property is located 9.3 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World and 500 metres from Swanage Railway.

  • Bay View
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering sea views, Bay View is an accommodation situated in Swanage, 80 metres from Swanage Bay and 9.3 km from Corfe Castle.

  • Millbrook Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 106 reviews

    The family-run Millbrook Guest House in Swanage has a town centre location and offers a full English breakfast.

    Super clean Fab breakfast Perfect location Free parking

  • The Castleton
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 430 reviews

    The Castleton is approximately 150m from the beach and a 10 minute walk to the town. Offering a lounge with sea views, this traditional seaside property is nearby a sandy beach.

    Breakfast excellent. Room lovely. Parking limited.

  • Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Caravan Swanage Bay View Holiday Park Dorset Amazing Location, a property with a terrace, is situated in Swanage, 23 km from Monkey World, 33 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 1.1 km from Swanage...

    Self catering/location was good, giving a brilliant view of the bay.

  • Sandcastles
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 29 reviews

    Sandcastles is situated in Swanage, 10 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, and 400 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Excellent location.cery well appointed and very clean.

  • Swanage Bay
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Swanage Bay is situated in Swanage, 9.1 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 400 metres from Swanage Railway.

  • Luxury Penthouse near Swanage Beach and Town
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    The recently renovated Luxury Penthouse near Swanage Beach and Town is located in Swanage, near Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway.

    Location ideal for Swanage Centre, train station and beach

  • 1 Quayside Court
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews

    1 Quayside Court is located in Swanage, 200 metres from Swanage Bay, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 24 km from Monkey World.

    Great location. Couldn't be closer to the sea.

  • Rivendell Room Only Studios
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 58 reviews

    Located in Swanage and within 600 metres of Swanage Bay, Rivendell Room Only Studios features a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi.

    The accommodation was good, can clean - facilities are really good.

  • Ballard Vista
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Ballard Vista is located in Swanage, 8.7 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, and 33 km from Poole Harbour.

  • 225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a patio, 225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home is located in Swanage.

    beautiful view, clean, well kitted out, clear instructions.

  • Robertsbrook Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 227 reviews

    Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the sea, Robertsbrook Guest House is located opposite the Swanage steam railway station.

    Really good location decorated to a high standard.

  • Bluebell Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Bluebell Apartment, a property with a garden, is set in Swanage, 9.2 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 400 metres from Swanage Railway.

    every thing needed was taken care of well maintained owners super helpfull

  • Kitchener Cottage Swanage very close to beach
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 67 reviews

    Kitchener Cottage Swanage very close to beach is a beachfront property located in Swanage, 400 metres from Swanage Bay and 10 km from Corfe Castle.

    The queen size comfy bed and the powerful showers.

  • 6 The Lookout
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Set in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, 6 The Lookout offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    very close to the beach, was very neat and tidy, well equipped

  • 39 Queens Road
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, 39 Queens Road features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location was great. Property was clean and homely.

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  • Louisa Lodge & Purbeck House Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 423 reviews

    Nestled in extensive gardens in the centre of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.

    Friendly staff, nice room, good breakfast and good location.

  • Swanage Haven Boutique Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 253 reviews

    Situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Swanage Beach, The Swanage Haven Boutique Rooms boasts free WiFi, and free off-street parking is available for most room types.

    Excellent in all ways Tina & Amanda are lovely hosts

  • The Cabin
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 1.7 km from Swanage Bay, The Cabin provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. 23 km from Monkey World and 33 km from Poole Harbour, the...

    It had everything we could want. Very new. Lovely people running it. Very clean. Great location

  • Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.9 km from Swanage Bay.

    Very clean, everything easy to use, good location.

  • The Hideaway
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, The Hideaway is set in Swanage, 8.6 km from Corfe Castle and 23 km from Monkey World.

    Handy for centre of Swanage. Nice to have lounge area.

  • Bay View
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Bay View, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 8.5 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, as well as 33 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Apartment - Centre of Swanage Stunning Sea views
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 26 reviews

    Offering sea views, Apartment - Centre of Swanage Stunning Sea views is an accommodation set in Swanage, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World.

    Been here before so knew the location was great. Apartment fine

  • Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay is located in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, and 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    We love Swanage and this was an ideal place to stay.

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  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 30 reviews
    Location, ideal for town and seafront. Good to have parking. Accommodation well proportioned and nice to have an ensuite. Kitchen very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Liked the books and games etc. Bathroom and shower room was very nice.
    Carolyn
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 56 reviews
    Spotless, comfortable and ideal location
    Sam
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 170.30
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 677 reviews
    Location was great , 5 mins walk to beach. Building has a lot of character and history. Car parking was ideal behind the hotel. Bed was very comfortable. Place was very clean. breakfast was good and staff very pleasant.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 545 reviews
    Room was spotlessly clean and perfectly adequate for a single person. Lovely shower. Ideal location for beach and town centre.
    Walker
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 328 reviews
    Great location for North beach and a stroll into town. Parking on site. Friendly and helpful host. Very clean accommodation. Spotless bathroom. Comfortable bed in pretty room. Good quality bed linen and furnishings. Excellent breakfast for choice and expertly cooked. Bus stop at end of the road towards Bournemouth, Studland beaches etc and back to Swanage if needed. Near the coast path to Old Harry Rocks etc
    Maureen
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews
    Ideal location, 2 minutes from pub and shop, 10 minutes to the beach. Only used the car once in the week, loads of walking can be done from the house. Very clean and well equiped. Excellent shower. OS map and picnic site well appreciated.
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 328 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable. Very friendly welcome from the owners. Location was ideal with public transport 50 metres away. Breakfast were huge and an excellent variety of choices. One of the best we have stayed in. Absolutely fabulous.
    DAVID
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 253 reviews
    Everything. Tina's welcome was really friendly and made us feel totally comfortable right from the start. The breakfasts were superbly cooked by Amanda and top quality with an excellent choice. The room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The fridge in the room was a bonus. The location was ideal for using the buses. Thank you so much Dave & Beryl
    David
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 67 reviews
    Location was brilliant.superb cottage , spotlessly clean, Liz was lovely and friendly to deal with . Would not hesitate to go back there .
    philip
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews
    Location was perfect the views around were amazing tucked into the countryside, lodge was ideal as a base and very clean. Arrived and had tea coffee, sugar and milk already there which was perfect for after a long journey
    Sara
    Solo traveller

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