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The Knoll House

3.5 star property

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Balcony
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Game room
Exterior
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
$118
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15

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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
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with interconnecting Single Room)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

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

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3 Bedroom Suite

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

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Premium Double Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Knoll House

3.5-star Swanage hotel with restaurant
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a steam room and a playground.
The Knoll House offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

In addition to an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, The Knoll House provides an outdoor tennis court and a sauna. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This beach hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

The Knoll House is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 10 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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

Reviews

The Knoll House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 486 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Beverley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky! Agatha Christie and Fawlty Towers vibes! At first I wanted to check out and go somewhere different! But I am pleased we didn’t. Go with the flow, I thought. Bed sheets good quality linen, therefore slept well. Plenty of hot water. Dont expect AC or room fans on hot days. Good things Location, studland and the beach, swimming pool and spa, great for families and fantastic for dogs! Separate dining room to have dogs with you. Bar billiards, lots of sitting areas. Food taste. Sitting out front overlooking the sea on a warm morning was magical. Downside Expensive for what it is 3star Food 2 courses for £34 menu changes daily, but portion control on the 2 meals we had was stingy. I had to hunt for both the goats cheese on first night and mackerel on the 2nd. But main course i had tasted good even if small. Husband had the lamb which was tough. Therefore we Recommend if you have children or dogs, very Hi de Hi!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

This is a great base to explore Studland and surrounding areas. There is a bus stop just outside which you can hop on and off to Swanage, Poole, Bournemouth , Corfe Castle and Sandbanks. The hotel is super dog friendly so you can take the whole family! There are lots of deer in the nearby woodlands and some occasionally visit the hotel grounds. Although the hotel is in need of selective repairs, all rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff are all friendly and helpful without being overbearing or pushy. We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Avoid room 106

Agree with previous comments on room 107. Stayed in room 106, one of their “garden suites”. Was meant to stay for four nights, left after two. Room not in great condition, out dated, mould in bathroom, couldn’t open bathroom window, no proper wardrobes, no headboard for one of the beds so chance of knocking against radiator. Forget having WiFi in the room as it doesn’t reach that far. Hotel will claim they don’t promise this but it’s written in the property details when booking through hotels.com. Main hotel might be better but the garden suites is anything but. Asked for lunchtime/bar food on Sunday. Only did roast dinner. Not ideal while at the pool. Overall not a very relaxing break. Shame
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne, Sheffield

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed early morning swims, in the beautiful pool. Plenty of seating areas around the hotel to relax or socialise The beds were comfy, plenty of choice for the delicious breakfast. We had a problem with ants in our room but were quickly offered another room which was an upgrade. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Beverley

Traveled with family
Stopped here for my daughters wedding for 2 nights The surrounding area is amazing and the hotel is set in charming grounds Buffet breakfast was excellent Food at the wedding was fantastic Staff were charming and always willing to help Hotel needs a good deep clean and more attention to keeping it clean But overall a wonderful charming dog friendly hotel which I would whole heartedly reccomend and would return to. It’s a pity the owners don’t spend a little money on renovating this very charming hotel instead of following the trend and knocking down and rebuilding the glass fronted no charm no atmosphere hotels that are in this area Bev
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and clean and well kept. The pools were lovely and clean. Some areas just needed decorating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Great staff and location

Had a lovely stay at the Knoll House. The location is perfect and the staff were dedicated. The bedroom was comfortable although the decor was a little shabby. Dinner was wonderful but breakfast left a lot to be desired compared to other hotels I visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is excellent, breakfast was very good . It’s just the outside of the building that needs to be refurbished
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been to this hotel on several occasions and will continue to do so. It’s hard to describe – a bit like stepping back in time but such a warm, friendly and quirky hotel that sits right opposite Knoll beach and is perfectly placed for the Isle of Purbeck and Poole. The bus stops right outside for easy access into Swanage and the beaches are exceptional. Breakfast at the hotel is excellent, the rooms we’ve had are usually compact but comfortable – maybe a little dated but that’s part of the charm! We bring our dog so have to sit in a different dining area which is fine but space can sometimes be limited depending on how many dogs are staying, however the staff are very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Evening meals were very good, staff helpful and polite, breakfast buffet okay. position right by Knoll beach is lovely, Excellent view from terrace and dining room out to sea and headland. Internet access in rooms is poor, rooms are out of date and small with tired decor out of the 1950s, sound insulation non-existent, bathrooms basic, only one electric socket in each bedroom, furniture feels cheap. Pool is okay though again old-fashioned, golf course rough and ready, terrace and steps outside a bit hazardous with uneven paving. The whole place needs a serious make-over.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at Knoll House - a truly old British affair - vintage and well loved, quirky, fun, v friendly and efficient staff, good dinner, excellent breakfast. Perfect for a family break with plenty of facilities and brilliantly located. We took our small dog who was welcomed by staff. By the very nature of being dog and family friendly this is a cosy place, gentile but not fancy - ideal for active guests with plenty of space for grandparent to join too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Avoid room 107

Avoid the “garden suite” room 107. Over 650 for two nights, we left after one. Bad condition, smelt musty, stains, bathroom you couldn’t swing a cat! Heavy fire doors, everything just poor quality from the artex damaged walls to the woodchip. There is no garden view! Rotten wood on the “porch” - whole experience just awful. Main hotel is in a stunning location. But has been left to rot since planning refused. Can’t believe some ratings are more than 5/10. Visited about 7 years ago and it was better presented then. What a shame….
Wardrobe not in bedroom as too big so it’s in the corridor
Basic sink with dirty plug hole
Small double
Stains on wall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dated and pool filthy wouldent even let a dog go
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025