About this property
Nestled in extensive gardens in the center of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach. Family-run and steeped in over a century of history, it also has free parking and a bar. The Hotel do not take Dog. Very large Car Park. The bedrooms are divided between the main house, built in 1875, and the newly-built Louisa Lodge. All have a flat-screen HD TV, an iPod dock and a private bathroom whist some have sea or garden views. World Heritage Jurassic Coast is just 984 feet away from the Purbeck, with the famous Monkey World Zoo a 20-minute drive. Swanage Train Station is a 5-minute walk away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kirstin
United States
“The building was amazing. And don't forget to ask at the front desk about the history book about the place, it has a scavenger hunt in it, and a prize if you find everything!” - Loynes
United Kingdom
“Impressive historical building near town & beaches” - Susan
United Kingdom
“Lovely clean Hotel throughout. Very warm and comfortable room. Lots of cupboard and wardrobe space. Wonderful staff all very polite and friendly. All the public area's were clean and comfortable.” - Alex
United Kingdom
“Staff were excellent, very helpful and eager to assist with any of our queries. In particular they went out of their way to help me use the EV charging point.” - Wendy
United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful staff breakfast very good very clean rooms” - Waller
United Kingdom
“Good location.do not expect a premier inn.its quirky in a very English way.lovely gardens” - Heather
United Kingdom
“Loved the property and the room. Staff were very helpful and we were allowed to bring takeaway back to the hotel as they don't have a restaurant.” - Oliver
United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast. Sorry to hear that you are considering ending the full English option later this year. The breakfast was one of the main reasons I chose to stay at this hotel” - Marisa
United Kingdom
“Lovely historic hotel, a few minuteswalk to Sawanage Bay Beach!” - Adrian
United Kingdom
“Spacious room, comfortable bed, windows you can open!”
Hotel area info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that there are no elevators at the Purbeck House Hotel or the Louisa Lodge.