The Rookery, Swanage ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

3 Highcliffe Road, Swanage, United Kingdom, BH19 1LW

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Single Room Shower

Max:

1 person

8 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

Shower

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Twin Room Shower

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Swanage 1.1 km

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 28.4 km

Southampton (SOU) 72.0 km

Bus

Bus stop 11.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The breakfast selection was incredible, with fresh, handmade dishes that catered to both full English and vegetarian preferences.view full review

Spacious & Stunning!

The room exceeded my expectations, boasting beautiful decor and ample space that made our stay truly enjoyable.view full review

Immaculate Bathing!

The bathroom was spotless and well-equipped, providing an excellent retreat for relaxation during our stay.view full review

Comfortable Atmosphere!

The living area was elegantly decorated and very tidy, creating a perfect environment for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Cycling
Tennis court
Mini golf
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Restaurant

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

3 Highcliffe Road, Swanage, United Kingdom, BH19 1LW

Map view

3 Highcliffe Road, Swanage, United Kingdom, BH19 1LW

City landmarks

Swanage BH19 1LB

Purbeck Heritage Coast

870 m

Harbour

Swanage Pier

1.6 km

Unit 7 Tilly Mead Commercial Road Commercial Road

Lucy's Farm

980 m

Gallery

Purbeck New Wave Gallery

990 m

Gallery

L'Artishe Gallery and Studio

1.1 km

Shore Road S W Coast Path

Swanage Beachfront

990 m

1-11 Shore Road

K's Funworld Swanage

990 m

Theme Park

Santa Fe Park

930 m

Gallery

Durlston Country Park

2.6 km

Shore Rd

The Banjo Pier

660 m

Swanage BH19 2LN

The Stone Quay And Stone Sea Retaining Wall Between The Stone Quay And The Ramp Adjoining

1.1 km

Museum

Swanage Museum And Heritage Centre

2.0 km

The Square

Swanage Museum

1.1 km

Gallery

The Mulberry Tree Gallery

1.1 km

35 High St

Curiosity

1.1 km

17 High St

Quarr Gallery

1.2 km

Ballard Down

1.5 km

Garden

Prince Albert Gardens

1.5 km

Beach

Studland beach and Nature Reserve

3.1 km

England

Jurassic Coast

2.5 km

Durlston Bay

2.0 km

Lighthouse Rd

Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve

2.4 km

Nature reserve

Townsend Nature Reserve

1.8 km

Golf Course

Isle of Purbeck Golf Club

2.7 km

Middle Beach car park

Fort Henry

3.1 km

Lighthouse Road

Anvil Point Lighthouse

2.9 km

Durlston Country Park

The Great Globe

2.6 km

Studland Bay House Ferry Road Ferry Road

Studland Trekking Centre

2.8 km

Nine Barrow Down

2.7 km

Nearby

4 Highcliffe Rd

Swanage Bay

380 m

Restaurants

Bird's Nest Buffet Swanage Railway

1.1 km

1 Gilbert Road

Blue Orange Juice Bars

1.1 km

42 Station Road

Teabreaks

1.1 km

43 Station Road

Wright on the Beach

970 m

7 Shore Rd

Deja Brew

1.1 km

27 Station Road

Haymans Bakery

1.0 km

8 Institute Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Comfortable rooms

Exceptional service

Average dining

Minor service issues

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.3

Service

9.3

Dining

7.0

Olivia

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.6/10

The hotel is in an amazing location right by the beach, with everything within walking distance. The rooms are comfortable with their own Netflix, adding a nice touch to the stay. The service was exceptional, making me feel truly valued as a guest. However, the dining was just average, even though the dishes were extraordinary. Overall, a great value for money stay with some minor downsides.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable, and having their own Netflix was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, making me feel truly valued as a guest.

Location

10.0

The hotel is very close to the seafront, allowing easy access to the beach and shops. I also appreciated the proximity to the pier where I was diving from.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable with extraordinary dishes, but the service could have been a bit better.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.

Comfortable rooms

Average dining

Gavin

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located very close to the seafront, making it easy to access the beach and nearby tourist attractions. The rooms are cozy with their own Netflix access, providing a comfortable bed for a good night's sleep. The service was exceptional, with attentive staff always ready to assist. However, the dining options, while offering quick service, could have a more extensive menu. The overall value for money is excellent, given the great location and comfortable accommodations.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are cozy with their own Netflix access and offer a comfortable bed for a restful stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was attentive and provided exceptional service throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location near the beach and within walking distance of everything was very convenient, allowing easy access to the seafront and nearby tourist attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, while offering quick service, could have more diverse options to choose from, but the French pastries were delightful.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides great facilities to enhance the stay, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.

Adrian

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is amazing with cozy rooms equipped with their own Netflix, ensuring a comfortable sleep. The service was top-notch, making me feel truly pampered. The location is superb, with everything within walking distance. However, the dining options were limited, and the price could be a bit high for some travelers.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and had their own Netflix, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, making me feel truly pampered.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is superb, with everything within walking distance.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit limited.