Purbeck House Hotel

Amazing, historic building with many original features such as a beautiful tiled hallway and original call bells in the corridor. However, the decor and soft furnishings are all a little tired and dated in the common areas and overdue for an upgrade. We stayed in the Deluxe Double room with ocean view courtesy of the oriel window. Bed was comfortable, usual tea/coffee tray provided. A mini fridge would have been welcome; especially with the hot weather. Again, the curtains and furniture all looked a little dated. The room was large with lovely original features. It would not take much to make this a spectacular room to stay in. Bath and toilet were clean, but the skirting boards had a film of dust. Breakfast was not included but we paid £9 each to have a continental breakfast. The viennoiserie were all gone when we arrived. I would have expected a selection of ham and cheese. There were no meats on offer and the only cheese was some pre-packaged fingers of Double Gloucester. There was a selection of cereals, some yoghurt with various fruits, and some breads, crumpets and waffles on offer. All perfectly adequate for the price, but not exceptional. The location is excellent. You can leave your car and walk for 5 mins to get to the prom. Its a 10-15min stroll to get to the pier and the boat trips. Can recommend the Pier Head Reastaurant for fabulous seafood dinners.

A very quirky, interesting, historical Hotel a short stroll from all the amenities that Swanage have to offer. Friendly helpful staff from start to finish, all very knowledgeable regarding the history of the hotel. It’s obviously like the forth bridge regarding the upkeep and maintenance, but that’s expected with an old building,it adds to its charm. All areas were clean and tidy. We stayed in The Louisa Lodge accommodation, slightly away from the main house, we had a Sea view across the rooftops, the room and en-suite had everything you needed and clean. Breakfast was more than adequate not everyone wants cooked breakfast every day, it was pretty much what I would normally have for breakfast at home, if you feel the need for a full English plenty of places a very short stroll away. Great parking facilities on site. Spoke to several other guests who were returning visitors. As a couple who doesn’t mind not having all singing all dancing modern facilities I'm sure we will be returning.

The History of the Building & setting!

Good parking