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.

I love this hotel it’s so friendly clean and the staff are extremely polite

Just a little time to relax and enjoy

The location was excellent and the food was good. However, the standard of internal and external decor was below standard.

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.

Lovely hotel, bit dated but that is more than made up by the service and food. The view is to be seen. The food packages are well worth the cost, the food is excellent and portions are huge.

Very disappointing. Staff not friendly no nice atmosphere. Room not as good as a premier inn and it cost me twice as much. Will not be visiting again. Jean jones.

Nice hotel with helpful staff, the outdoor areas are great as is the heated outdoor pool.

Fab hotel but very out dated which is Shame as it is in an amazing location with stunning views, Taxi service wasn’t very obliging.

We arrived not quite knowing what to expect after reading mixed reviews. First impression was the buildings were dated and a bit shabby. However we got a warm welcome and early check in to our room which, although not huge, had clearly been well refurbished not too long ago. As we started to settle in we became more accepting of the artexed walls and dated feel of the public areas and appreciated the stunning location, very freindly staff throughout and great food. We slept well thanks to a good quality mattress and the absence of howling dogs, which had been one of our concerns. We swam in the cold September sea, followed by the outdoor pool, which at 26' wasn't hot, but certainty a huge improvement on the 16' sea! We loved the steamroom, sauna and hot tub, which we had to ourselves and I don't think I've ever had a better full english breakfast despite numerous stays in 5 star accommodation. The Enid Blyton and other memorabilia was very interesting and we took one of the recommended walks through lovely moorland with stunning views. We did find it a bit pricey for a 3 star hotel, but taking into account the location and everything else, including the endless choice of both indoor outside places to sit and relax, we had a great 2 night stay and would recommend.

Old and qwerky, in need of care and attention, friendly helpful staff, good leisure facilties, perfect location, doorstep public transport, nice evening meals, far too many dogs!

Hotel was as I imagined Quaint but dated in need of a good spruce up. Inside pool very small No robe in bedroom for spa use ( sea view room ) Dinner first night was excellent. Second night not so food was cold and not what ordered meat really tough struggled to cut it Deserts amazing. As was breakfast Staff very pleasant Loved the ambience of the hotel. Will go back again

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

Bath top is always blocked & towel looks dirty

We had unique and wonderful stay. Whilst it’s dated in places, it’s got real character and is well looked after. The pools, and spa facilities were all the right temperatures and very well cleaned, staffed and maintained. There was a slight issue with the room, but the staff rehoused us with no issue. The walks behind the hotel was utterly stunning- a very tranquil yet accessible spot.

Booked dinner, bed and breakfast for one adult and two kids. Was charged an outrageous amount for the children’s meals. They tried to charge me for my adult meals. They had done this to other guests. It’s a rip off hotel.

Perfect location for a peaceful stay and to visit Bournemouth, Poole and Swanage.

Me and my daughter love coming here great location. It doesn't really matter to us that it needs up dating here and there and the staff are brilliant. The only thing i could say is that the cleaners could clean better using Viacal so the sinks and taps gleamand aprkly toilets. I clean in a manor house so i know alot about cleaning it does help and it doesnt take long first impressions count. The other thing would be more options on the dinner menu as its the same all the time so its not great if you're there for a week. Other than that we love it there.

Very dated and in need of refurbishment. Quite dirty in some areas. Dinner menu was very pricy and not good value for money. Restaurant staff were lovley. Beautiful location.

It was our first visit to knoll house as a family. Outdoor activities are really good for kids ,swimming,golf,tennis as well as indoor poole table etc . But there is vast difference picture of room on site and in reality . Such a bad condition kettle,old carpet and blanket, Old colour fading chairs and cupboards,2 plastic glasses for drinking water,smallest toilet ever and room! Rooms are in worst old condition.We felt as claustrophobic inside . Please tell truly room details (Expedia/Knoll house) so that when people book ,they know what they are paying. To make things worst ,hotel Charged double for stay apart from Expedia and we still after long support calls,haven’t received refund.

The property is in an excellent position for the beach and has excellent sports facilities such as golf,tennis,indoor and outdoor swimming pools plus an inside games room . The staff are really friendly and helpful especially in the dining room. I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone wanting to stay in this area 😁

We chose this hotel last minute. The hotel, although in need of a lick of paint outside is in an excellent location and very british! The location of the hotel was amazing. Access to the beach was via a path across the road and there was a bus stop outside with frequent buses which went into swanage and bournemouth. The hotel rooms and bathroom were of average size but had everything that we needed including tea/coffee facilities and toiletries. The outside pool was heated to 26oC and was a great bonus. towels were provided. Downside was that there were only a handful of sun loungers and were always taken. We did not have time to use the indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam room or sauna but they all looked good. What could have made our stay better were the staff. Apart from the breakfast and cleaning staff, everyone else was dour and not very polite or obliging. There were not enough bar staff which meant lots of waiting around to be served. This did not spoil our holiday and we will definitely be returning.

We stayed August 2024 for 5 nights. Quirky in a relaxing and calming old stylie kind of way. Don’t let the initial outside appearance which looks like it has seen better days fool you this place is a gem. Nice cool breeze and garden/sea facing views from the terrace is great for a drink or just to sit. Basic pools, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi all readily available and free. Food was of good quality both breakfast and dinner. Everything was very relaxing and the staff out to please.

It’s an amazing location with the hotel perfectly located close to Studland and surrounding areas. The hotel is tired and desperately needs renovating. That said it has an old world charm that’s captivating and we will definitely be back. The bonus for us are the grounds and the heated outdoor pool which was heated to 26 degrees and suck a delight for a swim before breakfast and then to set out to explore the coastline. It’s also v doggy friendly with an area set aside for dinning and breakfast with your four legged best friend. So all in all a real treat and highly recommended.

Lovely old style hotel with great service.

Very nice friendly place to stay hope it never changes

lovely rural location and quiet. great for walks.

Great hotel with lovely energy, nice atmosphere, and friendly staff. Good breakfast Lovely location.

Location is the hotel biggest asset by far. Hotel is very dated, pictures from the 1940 show not much has changed. We had room 80. its was small, very old windows, chairs very old and uncomfortable and armrest show signs of being chewed by dog, room smelt stale and musty. Walls very thin. Could hear the couple next door coughing. TV tiny. Tea/coffee poor with one packet containing 3 biscuits. Did ask to change rooms but told not possible. A lot of this is not end of the world stuff but a shame that the photos of the hotel give a much inflated view, of I am sure what once was a beautiful hotel. Great hotel for dog lovers. Lovely towels and toiletries, breakfast really good. Games room, swimming pool, large wooden ship play area for children. Strange mixture of really good bits and really poor bits. If you have good weather and use the hotel as a base then you probably will be ok. Bus stop right in front of hotel. 5 mins walk to brilliant Knoll beach.

Everything you could possibly want.

We have used this Hotel before and it a great location and nice room. And a great breakfast.The Hotel as plenty of character and us in a nice setting close to the beach.

it was very comfortable clean tidy of our room we will defo be going back but not 1 nite maybe three in morning breakfast was as youd expect my wife had something not on show she really enjoyed it dont change a thing its all very good.