The Knoll House
Hotel in Purbeck District
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Beach hotel with outdoor pool
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a steam room and a playground.
The Knoll House offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a sauna.
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a steam room and a playground.
The Knoll House offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
This Swanage hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Purbeck District
Available Rooms
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with interconnecting Single Room)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (with Interconnecting Twin Room)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
2.5 / 5.0
Surprisingly we seemed to be the only first timers at this establishment, which says a lot. Some were on their third visit this year. We found some staff have served for over 25 years which says a lot about the team.
It is in a beautiful setting outside of the local village, a very short walk from Studland beach.
We made good use of the plunge pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. An open air pool is available in the summer.
I am not sure about wheelchair accessible rooms, as ours was ground floor but had some steps. Rooms further away from reception (62) have very poor WiFi signal.
Its a lovely 30's style building that has been altered little, so expect it to be quaint and nostalgic. We are older so loved the style, yet younger families also had a lot of facilities such as a games room and cinema.
I could go on, but I am sure there are many other fantastic reviews. We will certainly return.
1.5 / 5.0
Quite run down, and heating in the rooms stuck on super hot.
1.5 / 5.0
Quite run down, and heating in the rooms stuck on super hot.
2.5 / 5.0
Lovely stay, Very friendly staff , amazing views.
1.5 / 5.0
Knoll House Hotel offers a delightful retreat surrounded by nature, where the charm of old-world architecture meets the needs for a modern update.
Wifi - or should I say no wifi, Trying to stream anything was an exercise in patience and perseverance.
Room itself had a connecting door to the other guests... very noisy
The check-in process is test of patience - 4pm check in.
1.5 / 5.0
Knoll House Hotel offers a delightful retreat surrounded by nature, where the charm of old-world architecture meets the needs for a modern update.
Wifi - or should I say no wifi, Trying to stream anything was an exercise in patience and perseverance.
Room itself had a connecting door to the other guests... very noisy
The check-in process is test of patience - 4pm check in.
2.5 / 5.0
Perfect stay.took our great dane there for the weekend.very dog friendly and made to feel right at home.very large garden with loads of seating inside and out.breakfast was spot on.
1.0 / 5.0
The hotel is great. It is old but and needs renovating but ambience, food, location, service are all top notch. The room we were given was 101, so called garden suite. The room was very old and smelled of mold. Our allergies flared up and we couldn’t sleep all night. There was no wi fi in the room. Bath drain was not working properly and it flooded while showering. The heat turned off at 9pm and it was cold during the night. This was a suite and the pricing was according to it status (actually quite expensive). We won’t stay in this room again even if they offer it for free. The hotel though; we might come back but make sure we don’t get this horrible room again.
2.5 / 5.0
Perfect stay.took our great dane there for the weekend.very dog friendly and made to feel right at home.very large garden with loads of seating inside and out.breakfast was spot on.
1.0 / 5.0
The hotel is great. It is old but and needs renovating but ambience, food, location, service are all top notch. The room we were given was 101, so called garden suite. The room was very old and smelled of mold. Our allergies flared up and we couldn’t sleep all night. There was no wi fi in the room. Bath drain was not working properly and it flooded while showering. The heat turned off at 9pm and it was cold during the night. This was a suite and the pricing was according to it status (actually quite expensive). We won’t stay in this room again even if they offer it for free. The hotel though; we might come back but make sure we don’t get this horrible room again.
2.5 / 5.0
We stay here twice a year and love it.
2.5 / 5.0
We stay here twice a year and love it.
2.5 / 5.0
The property is rather quaint, but the service is excellent and nothing is too much trouble. Some areas are pretty dated, but it kind of adds to the charm of the place. An extremely good and friendly atmosphere with lots of repeat visitors. Short, easy walk to a lovely long beach.
2.5 / 5.0
The property is rather quaint, but the service is excellent and nothing is too much trouble. Some areas are pretty dated, but it kind of adds to the charm of the place. An extremely good and friendly atmosphere with lots of repeat visitors. Short, easy walk to a lovely long beach.
2.5 / 5.0
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.
2.5 / 5.0
I love this hotel it’s so friendly clean and the staff are extremely polite
1.5 / 5.0
Just a little time to relax and enjoy
1.5 / 5.0
Just a little time to relax and enjoy
1.5 / 5.0
The location was excellent and the food was good. However, the standard of internal and external decor was below standard.
1.5 / 5.0
The location was excellent and the food was good. However, the standard of internal and external decor was below standard.
2.5 / 5.0
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.
2.5 / 5.0
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.
2.5 / 5.0
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.
2.5 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
Nice hotel with helpful staff, the outdoor areas are great as is the heated outdoor pool.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
Nice hotel with helpful staff, the outdoor areas are great as is the heated outdoor pool.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
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.
2.0 / 5.0
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
2.0 / 5.0
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
3.0 / 5.0
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!
3.0 / 5.0
Very good breakfast, pleasant staff,the room we had was a bit tired,and faced north was quite dark.
1.5 / 5.0
Bath top is always blocked & towel looks dirty
1.5 / 5.0
Bath top is always blocked & towel looks dirty
5.0 / 5.0
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.
0.5 / 5.0
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.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Purbeck District?
The average price for a rental in Purbeck District is R 2,710 per night. This rental is R 1,437 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Knoll House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Knoll House. Enjoy the water!
Is The Knoll House pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Knoll House?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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