The Pines Hotel enjoys an unrivalled position with a magnificent view over Swanage Bay on the south coast of Dorset near the historic village of Corfe Castle on the Isle of Purbeck. Relax in our cliff top garden with its glorious panoramic views of Swanage Bay or take our private steps down to the beach front where you can stroll into town at your leisure.
Swanage is set in an area of great natural beauty and retains much of the charm of its Victorian heritage. It is an ideal location for the discerning visitor at any time of the year. The hotel is located at the eastern end of the 95-mile long UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast.
Swanage is set in an area of great natural beauty and retains much of the charm of its Victorian heritage. It is an ideal location for the discerning visitor at any time of the year. The hotel is located at the eastern end of the 95-mile long UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast.
Services
The Purbeck Suite - (pictured) our new and luxurious bedroom complete with a self contained balcony, hydro-massage shower, his and hers basins, electric curtains, dining area and many more mod-cons! Many of the comfortable, well-appointed bedrooms have their own sea facing balcony.
All have private en suite facilities, flat screen Freeview television, telephone and radio, together with a telephone based listening service, with guests having the added convenience of an additional handset for monitoring their children.We have two wheelchair accessible bedrooms - please contact us directly to discuss your needs further.
All have private en suite facilities, flat screen Freeview television, telephone and radio, together with a telephone based listening service, with guests having the added convenience of an additional handset for monitoring their children.We have two wheelchair accessible bedrooms - please contact us directly to discuss your needs further.
This well presented bungalow is set in a tranquil location on the Dorset coast. With its own driveway and parking area, it is surrounded by a very pretty enclosed garden. The bungalow is set on the perimeter of The Pines Hotel and its grounds. From the hotel you have wonderful panoramic seaviews to Swanage bay.
Our hotel offers expertise in looking after groups, clubs and societies from all over the UK and overseas. These groups have common interests and special reasons for visiting Swanage which retains much of the charm of its Victorian heritage, sandy beaches and situated at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Our newly refurbished restaurant has breathtaking views over Swanage Bay and the Isle of Wight. Open 7 days a week for lunches (including a Sunday lunch carvery) and dinners - non residents are very welcome. Booking a table in advance is recommended.
The restaurant is personally supervised by an experienced manager who ensures that you will receive the friendly, attentive service necessary to enjoy your meal - complimented by a wide choice of wines from the cellar.
The restaurant is personally supervised by an experienced manager who ensures that you will receive the friendly, attentive service necessary to enjoy your meal - complimented by a wide choice of wines from the cellar.
Our lounge and bar is a spacious, relaxing area, open to non residents and directly overlooks Swanage Bay - with panoramic views to Old Harry Rocks in the North, spectacular views of the Isle of Wight to the East and the town to the South.
Comfortable seating, tables and free WiFi connection means you can spend hours here - eating, drinking, catching up with friends or simply just sitting reading a book whilst watching the ever changing scenery outside.Patio doors opening into the garden from the lounge means you can bring the outside in, taking a stroll out to see what is going on in the sea and the beach below.
Comfortable seating, tables and free WiFi connection means you can spend hours here - eating, drinking, catching up with friends or simply just sitting reading a book whilst watching the ever changing scenery outside.Patio doors opening into the garden from the lounge means you can bring the outside in, taking a stroll out to see what is going on in the sea and the beach below.
Reviews (13)
Claudius Kohrt
Dec 29, 2021
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Patty Pinies
Dec 29, 2021
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We stayed in the hotel for NYE and it was so good! The staff is super friendly and always have a smile. The food was delicious and portions very generous. The hotel put together a NYE dinner and celebration that was delicious and super fun!
I would say that the only downside is that rooms are a little bit small (and beds too!). I think we got one of the older rooms but there seem to be refurbished ones that are nicer.
All in all great experience, definitely recommend!
I would say that the only downside is that rooms are a little bit small (and beds too!). I think we got one of the older rooms but there seem to be refurbished ones that are nicer.
All in all great experience, definitely recommend!
Steve Cleverly
Dec 16, 2021
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Rita Cox
Oct 25, 2021
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Staying in the bungalow,disappointingly old fashioned and in need of updating,bed linen also also past it sell by,no ice cube tray or pan scrubber,cheap items we could purchase but at this price for a week perhaps we won't go there,television has annoying bright spots on screen while watching,parking outside was good but negotiating turning round to exit not easy..
Easy walk into Swanage and access to the coast path were plus points.
Easy walk into Swanage and access to the coast path were plus points.
Chris Phelps
Oct 21, 2021
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Fabricamortii
Sep 24, 2021
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If you book this hotel be sure to arrive exactly at 15:00 because your room will “not be ready” ! If you ask the receptionist you will be offered a : “no” and that’s it !!!! When you eventually will get the room, be prepared to get an old key with the biggest key ring ever that doesn’t fit anywhere !!!
The room is average with squeaky floor and poorly clean sheets ! The room is overall very poorly cleaned with foreign hairs all over the beds as well as bathroom.
The check out is at 10:30 !!!! So if you are a late starter book at another hotel !
So in total for a night at 159£
The room is average with squeaky floor and poorly clean sheets ! The room is overall very poorly cleaned with foreign hairs all over the beds as well as bathroom.
The check out is at 10:30 !!!! So if you are a late starter book at another hotel !
So in total for a night at 159£
Glynnis Stirton
Sep 18, 2021
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Popped in for afternoon tea.
A few days at this quiet, perfectly located gem is a wonderful place to enjoy the lovely coastline around Swanage.
Ideal for those needing to break up away from a hectic schedule, recover from a stressful event or simply enjoy time to reflect, read, relax by enjoying the view or walk along the beach.
Service was good at reception & in the lounge.
Bookings are popular over weekends during Summer months. Plan & make a reservation ahead to avoid disappointment.
Definitely on my "bucket list"!
A few days at this quiet, perfectly located gem is a wonderful place to enjoy the lovely coastline around Swanage.
Ideal for those needing to break up away from a hectic schedule, recover from a stressful event or simply enjoy time to reflect, read, relax by enjoying the view or walk along the beach.
Service was good at reception & in the lounge.
Bookings are popular over weekends during Summer months. Plan & make a reservation ahead to avoid disappointment.
Definitely on my "bucket list"!
Karen Dibbs
Sep 13, 2021
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We stayed here for 2 nights in a dog friendly room. Dogs not allowed in the bar or restaurant but we had room service for dinner and breakfast. All the staff are very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. The food is excellent and our room overlooked the sea with steps down to the private beach. We will definatly be returning.
Pat Rowe
Aug 23, 2021
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Steve Cundy
Jun 14, 2021
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Expensive at £224 p.n. for a small sea-facing double room. The 4'6" double bed took up virtually all the floor area! Room also very hot with only a small window. Sound proofing poor.
No facilities, other than a lounge with bar and the dining room.
Food good for dinner and breakfast. Waiting staff welcoming, friendly and engaging. Free on site parking.
A 15 minute stroll to the town centre. Be aware 144 steps from garden to the beach though.
No facilities, other than a lounge with bar and the dining room.
Food good for dinner and breakfast. Waiting staff welcoming, friendly and engaging. Free on site parking.
A 15 minute stroll to the town centre. Be aware 144 steps from garden to the beach though.
Valentina S.
Nov 01, 2020
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Overall the hotel is in good order and the staff is friendly.
Dogs are allowed in the rooms.
It is not possible to feel real cosiness.
The rooms and the public areas have their best years behind them. Nevertheless, it seems relatively well maintained.
In the double bed you lie on one mattress and share a large blanket. The ambient noise (from the other rooms and also from outside) is extremely loud.
If you have a light sleep, you will probably sleep badly.
The breakfast (service at the table, because Corona) was very good and the choice was large.
Dogs are allowed in the rooms.
It is not possible to feel real cosiness.
The rooms and the public areas have their best years behind them. Nevertheless, it seems relatively well maintained.
In the double bed you lie on one mattress and share a large blanket. The ambient noise (from the other rooms and also from outside) is extremely loud.
If you have a light sleep, you will probably sleep badly.
The breakfast (service at the table, because Corona) was very good and the choice was large.
Ivan D.
Jun 16, 2013
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Christopher B.
Feb 17, 2012
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I was here for a family event this week (Feb 15/16). This turned out to be a very pleasant sea side hotel. I had a small room with a comfortable bed, nicely appointed shower and rest of bathroom.
I felt pretty confined - I am a largish person and the room wasn't big enough to swing a cat in.
It was much too warm when I checked in. But that was easily remedied.
Coffee, tea and biscuits of course in the room.
Nice breakfast too. Traditional English done nicely.
Dinner in the restaurant was nice. Nothing to write home about, but competently done. Chicken wasn't dry!!!
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I felt pretty confined - I am a largish person and the room wasn't big enough to swing a cat in.
It was much too warm when I checked in. But that was easily remedied.
Coffee, tea and biscuits of course in the room.
Nice breakfast too. Traditional English done nicely.
Dinner in the restaurant was nice. Nothing to write home about, but competently done. Chicken wasn't dry!!!
I do like to go to
