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Our top choices for Swanage family-friendly hotels

Children's play area - outdoor
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
Swanage
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"excellent room, took our dog, bed and breakfast only. Great location which is why we keep coming back - hotel quirky and a faint whiff of 'fawlty towers' about it - but in a good way. fabulous."
United Kingdom
NICOLA
The Knoll House
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast inc!
Swanage
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Fine, except I had difficulty working the TV"
United Kingdom
ian p.
The price is AED 550
AED 673 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast inc!
Cabin | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
3.0 star property
Swanage
The price is AED 528
AED 651 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 January 2026
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
Terrace/patio
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4.0 star property
Poole Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726)
"Lovely hotel "
United Kingdom
James
The price is AED 350
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Signature Room | View from room
Park Central Hotel

Park Central Hotel

Park Central Hotel
4.0 star property
Bournemouth City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (624)
"Great hotel!"
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is AED 268
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Park Central Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Hilton Bournemouth

Hilton Bournemouth

Hilton Bournemouth
4.0 star property
Bournemouth City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"The staff were so helpful and polite, everything was wonderful, "
United Kingdom
Belinda
The price is AED 331
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Hilton Bournemouth
Game room
The Nici

The Nici

The Nici
4.0 star property
Bournemouth City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (229)
"A bautiful place to stay"
United Kingdom
Michele
The price is AED 512
AED 614 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Nici
Restaurant
The Red Lion

The Red Lion

The Red Lion
3.0 star property
Dorchester
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (240)
" A great one night stay as a family with 2 children. Staff were all helpful and friendly and food was good for both dinner and breakfast. Would stay again and would definitely recommend. "
United Kingdom
nicola
The price is AED 306
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Red Lion
Front of property
Greyhound Inn Freehouse

Greyhound Inn Freehouse

Greyhound Inn Freehouse
3.0 star property
Winterborne Kingston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Staff polite, room was fine for the one night stsy. Meal in the pub area pleasant"
United Kingdom
Estelle
The price is AED 323
AED 388 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Greyhound Inn Freehouse
Front of property
The Pavilion Arms

The Pavilion Arms

The Pavilion Arms
4.0 star property
Bournemouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (557)
"Such a cute and cozy B&B. Looking forward to visiting again. "
United States
Kristina
The Pavilion Arms
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Swanage Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spotlessly clean. The staff very welcoming and helpful. "
Julia 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

What's Swanage like for family-friendly vacations?
You might want to consider the culturally rich destination of Swanage if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The beaches, parks, and golfing are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Fly into Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is located 13 mi (20.9 km) from the city center.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Swanage?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Swanage is 31 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Swanage?
While you are visiting Swanage, you and the family might want to check out some interesting spots such as Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Santa-Fe Fun Park, and Langton Matravers Museum. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Poole Harbour and Poole Quay.
What's the best way for us to get around Swanage?
If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Swanage Station, Swanage Herston Halt Station, or Wareham Harman's Cross Station. Swanage might not have very many public transportation choices so consider renting a car to explore more.