The Knoll House

3.5 star property
Swanage beach hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
View from property
Front of property
Bicycling
Lounge
By the sea, The Knoll House offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, a cozy terrace, and lush gardens. Relax in the sauna or steam room, enjoy some friendly competition at the tennis court or arcade/game room. With an indoor pool and outdoor pool plus helpful staff praised by previous guests.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $163
includes taxes & fees
$136 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24

Room options

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3 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with interconnecting Single Room)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (with Single Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England, BH19 3AH

What's nearby

  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Studland South Beach - 14 min walk
  • Old Harry Rocks - 7 min drive
  • Swanage Beach - 16 min drive
  • Poole Harbour - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 42 min drive
  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 14 min drive
  • Swanage Station - 15 min drive
  • Corfe Castle Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoll Beach - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Swanage - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Funworld Arcade - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bankes Arms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Pig Too - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Knoll House

The Knoll House is a great choice for your beach stay in Swanage. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, and guests can also take advantage of an outdoor tennis court and a sauna. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A steam room, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 70 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 1 2025 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Is The Knoll House currently open?

This property is closed from January 1 2025 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Is there a pool at The Knoll House?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Knoll House?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Knoll House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Knoll House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Knoll House?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (20-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Knoll House and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. The Knoll House also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Knoll House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Knoll House like?

The Knoll House is a short 1-minute walk from Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and 8 minutes' walk from Knoll Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

The Knoll House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel good friendly staff
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food and wonderful ambience.
Jill, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely love it here !!!!
Vanessa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A hotel full of charm and warmth.
A really atmospheric hotel in an amazing location. Full of character and charm. I would really wish it never changes. Wholesome personality of more than just a hotel. Wood panel bar, reading room, movie theatre, games room, open log fire. Very comfortable rooms, warm and very updated bathrooms. Lovely attentive staff. A spa with indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi plus two saunas. Fantastic views over the ocean and countryside with abundant deer wandering around. Really is a slice of England from the past. Full of character. I recommend it to all.
View from one of the lounges looking out to sea.
Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent mini break
Lovely stay, Very friendly staff , amazing views.
Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel, great family atmosphere. Hoping the refurb doesn't loose too much of the originality this place has. Otherwise will loose his quaintness and staff and be too expensive and will change the clientele.
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fanastic dog friendly hotel
Perfect stay.took our great dane there for the weekend.very dog friendly and made to feel right at home.very large garden with loads of seating inside and out.breakfast was spot on.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. Room very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay made to feel so welcome and very dog friendly. Loved sitting in front of the fire.
Caroline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Home from home
We stay here twice a year and love it.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a great hotel, near the beach and conveniently located. The staff are welcoming and friendly. I would definitely stay here again. Also super convenient if visiting ‘The Pig on the Beach’!
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for a peaceful stay and to visit Bournemouth, Poole and Swanage.
Eileen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel it’s so friendly clean and the staff are extremely polite
Mrs D A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love coming to the Knoll House, it’s so quirky and relaxing with so much history attached to it, and the surrounding countryside is amazing plus we can bring our dog . Food good can’t wait to come back 👍🐾
Vanessa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with helpful staff, the outdoor areas are great as is the heated outdoor pool.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely quirky hotel has so much history. Staff were wonderful and location couldn't be better. All round perfect for a quiet break just to get away from it all.
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old style hotel with great service.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place to stay
We had a very enjoyable time at Knoll House Hotel. The setting is beautiful, very close to Studland beach. Every member of staff was friendly, cheerful and very helpful.
Heather, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Delightful old charming hotel with lovely staff
Janet, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very old building could do with an uplift the beds were very squeaky which had a poor affect on our sleep but was an enjoyable stay, lovely people
Glen and Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room with balcony. Very helpfull recetionist .comfy bed too, nice breakfast. Great for short walks including to knoll beach.
Ian, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very good breakfast, pleasant staff,the room we had was a bit tired,and faced north was quite dark.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place for dog owners. Very friendly staff, spotlessly clean. Only downside was the furniture is a bit ild and worn, but very minor quibble, will definitely stay again.
Jenny, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The location was excellent and the food was good. However, the standard of internal and external decor was below standard.
Anthony, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Quite run down, and heating in the rooms stuck on super hot.
Andrew, 2-night trip