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The Knoll House

3.5 star property
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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Lounge
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

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Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England, BH19 3AH
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Swanage Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Old Harry Rocks
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬
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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Suite

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

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

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

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Premium Double Room

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

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

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

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

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

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with interconnecting Single Room)

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

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)

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

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Blackout curtains, 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 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Blackout curtains, 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 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About this property

The Knoll House

Beach hotel with outdoor pool
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a steam room or a playground.
The Knoll House offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at The Knoll House. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Studland Beach and Nature Reserve. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools
  • Amenities include a meeting room, conference space and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Steps from Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and 8 minutes on foot from Knoll Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
The Knoll House offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at The Knoll House. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swanage hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises 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 transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 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 lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • 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

The Knoll House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Faded elegance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Petrer Frost

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second visit to Knoll House and after our recent stay we will definitely be booking a third. The location is stunning, such beautiful beaches and wonderful views. We were blessed again with such warm sunny days during our stay. The unique hotel, stuck in time, with the 'retro' interior and quirky features make it all the more appealing for me. The beautiful outdoor pool is my daughter's favourite activity. Knoll house is the perfect place to bring a family for a short stay. The staff are friendly and provide excellent customer service. Breakfast is delicious, a great choice of quality food to choose. A truly wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

lyn

Travelled with partner
We had stayed at the hotel about 10 years ago and at that time it was in better condition. We felt it was very expensive, the price for the room is the equivalent of a central london hotel room with better facilities. Our room was very poor and the bathroom very very small . Breakfast very mediocre. very nice area to stay very near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location. Very clean and tidy but looked a bit tired. Bathroom needed some TLC and long wait in restaurant for dinner due to lack of staff, the staff that were there seemed to be working very hard so not their fault. Food was delicious once it arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicki

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was in a prime location, within walking distance of Studland beaches. Plenty of facilities such as swimming pools, tennis courts, games room and pitch and putt.The hotel was clean and tidy but could do with modernising and freshening up.We ate at the hotel in the evening, but the waitress didn't come to ask if everything was okay. My husband had mackerel which didn't taste fresh and his beef was dffiicult to cut and fatty. I had smoked salmon, which again didn't taste fresh and hake which was pleasant. We didn't think for £34 each for 2 courses was worth the money. There were no other choices except the 2 course menu. They also added gratuity without asking which was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Bank Holiday 2025

A friend and I stayed for two nights on Bank Holiday. The welcome was friendly, everything worked and the service was excellent. The decor in the main house was rather tired butwas adequate and the room price reflected this.The food was good and the beds comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

louise

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

Great character hotel

Lob
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing as always !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, excellent food and a good location made our holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Philippa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unfriendly receptionist. No smile no charm. Not good after very long journeyb
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith

Disappointing bedroom but excellent outside pool.

We have stayed here before a number of years ago. The bedroom and bathroom were very tired. and the furniture a very average condition. The room was cramped and we were disappointed with this aspect of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our family break

Wonderful stay staff very friendly and helpful rooms clean and comfortable food fantastic onl used the outdoor pool which was warm and clean the pool surround was clean and sheltered. We were a family of 6 sisters and we loved everything about the stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful

Our stay was superb. The hotel itself, the location and above all, the team of staff were all first class. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful…
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Stepping back in time in a beautiful location!

Loved the whole experience apart from a few unwelcoming staff, particularly on Reception. Staying here is like stepping back in time! Great location close to one of the outstanding beaches of Studland. Fabulous views out to sea and plenty of interesting walks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing location and facilities; we’ll be back!

Time-warp and like a tardis! Rooms comfortable but all very different in terms of modern vs old - think hotel may be in middle of refurbishment. Some areas dusty but beds very comfy & lovely hot powrful shower. Breakfast fantastic and lots of staff on hand to help and refill. Facilities are amazing - pool was heated so not freezing, sauna, table tennis, cinema room, tennis courts, mini golf course…endless! Best of all the views of the sea and the quick 5 mins walk to absolutely stunning beach with cafe, water sports equipment hire & parking. Couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another great stay - lovely old hotel, unbeatable location, helpful staff. Outdoor pool is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff, very good accommodation with facilities for my husband 's disabilities. Breakfst and evening dinner was good. We very much enjoyed our visit. This was our second visit to this lovely area and to Knoll House. I am sure that we will return sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really dog friendly Excellent breakfast Amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Having driven past this Hotel many times it was a spur of the moment booking. However an unexpected hospital stay meant that after trying to reschedule, and this not being an option, it was decided to give our 2 night stay a go. The Hotel and surroundings were as good as anticipated, the 3 course evening meal and service faultless however the bed was to hard/uncomfortable so the stay was cut short.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025