YHA Swanage

Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2BS

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Excellent rating

(357 reviews)

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What our shared rooms offer

Bed linen
Central heating
Hot water
Lock on doors
Smoke alarm

What you need to know about our shared rooms

Check-in: From 17:00 - 22:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard but can be rented from the hostel.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our shared rooms.

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What our private rooms offer

Accessible rooms available
Bed linen
Central heating
Cot available
En-suite rooms available
Ground floor rooms available
Hot water
Lock on doors
Smoke alarm

What you need to know about our private rooms

Check-in: From 17:00 - 22:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard but can be rented from the hostel.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our private rooms.

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Sleeps up to 40 people
14 bedrooms
13 bathrooms

YHA Swanage is a spacious Victorian house which offers quality accommodation as well as superb views over the nearby bay. The property is an ideal base for those looking to discover the beauty of the incredible surroundings.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of 14 bedrooms.

Ground floor

One accessible en-suite room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a set of bunk beds and a single bed.

First floor

One room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes a set of bunk beds.

Two en-suite rooms that sleeps up to 3 people each. They include a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

Three en-suite rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 4 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 5 people. It includes a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath and a set of bunk beds.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 5 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds and a single bed.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 6 people. It includes 3 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 6 people. It includes 3 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: grill, kettle, microwave, mini fridge, oven, refrigerator, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, cloths, paper towels, sponges, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 60 people across a mixture of high and low tables with benches and chairs.

A highchair is available.

Lounge

The oak-paneled lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 20 people. There are comfy sofas, chairs and a TV.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of 13 bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 11

Toilets: 14

Showers: 13

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside consists of some grounds.

Guests have full access to the grounds.

Outdoor amenities: cycle store, picnic tables.

What our whole hostel offers

Ambulant accessible
Bed linen
Carbon monoxide alarm
Central heating
Cleaning basics
Cooking basics
Cot available
Dishes and cutlery
Dryer
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fridge
Grill
Ground floor rooms available
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Iron and board
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Mini fridge
Outdoor seating
Oven
Sea view
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Toaster
TV in room
Washing machine
Wheelchair accessible

What you need to know about our whole hostel

Check-in: From 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA Swanage and bring your dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guests have use of the whole property, except the second floor bedrooms.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

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Overview

A large, sea-facing Victorian villa, YHA Swanage is situated five minutes' walk from the award-winning beach of Swanage – the only Blue Flag beach along the entire Dorset Jurassic coast. Spend a restful holiday building sandcastles, paddling in the sea and sampling local ice cream or give coasteering or diving a go on this rugged coastline.

Our hilltop location gives rooms spectacular panoramic views of Swanage town and bay. The town is a classic British seaside resort and the perfect gateway to the Jurassic coast, a world heritage site. With the steam train and Corfe Castle nearby, you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do.

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Why guests love this hostel

Minutes from a Blue Flag beach
Lovely hilltop location
Great for seaside family breaks

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Accommodation at YHA Swanage

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

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Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

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Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

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Hire the whole place

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

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Meeting rooms

Our flexible and affordable meeting rooms are a great choice for any occasion.

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Group booking

Serviced group stays for 16 to 87 people

A grand, sea-facing Victorian villa situated just five minutes' walk from an award-winning beach, YHA Swanage offers an incredible location for a seaside break. This well-equipped hostel is perfect for activity breaks with walking, fossil hunting, geography/geology activities and an award-winning beach all close by.

This hostel is great for secondary school fieldwork activities. Try beach profiling in the friendly, colourful seaside town of Swanage, fossil hunting and geology at Kimmeridge and Durlston or other studies around coastal processes at Studland and Old Harry’s rocks. Primary schools and other groups can enjoy a more classic seaside residential and head down to the beach, which is easily accessible from the hostel. With the steam train and Corfe Castle nearby, you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do.

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Group-friendly facilities

Sleeping arrangements

Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.

Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.

Shared spaces

YHA Swanage offers modern facilities including four classrooms, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Groups benefit from the use of our open plan social areas with an oak-panelled lounge and dining room, complete with comfy chairs.

Group catering

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Swanage (see sample menu).

Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.

Parking

There is parking at the hostel.

Accredited site

YHA Swanage holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105573).

This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.

Hostel facilities

24-hour access after check-in
Ambulant accessible
Classroom(s)
Coach parking on premises
Corridor zoning
Cycle store
Dining room
Evening meals
Free parking on premises
Full mobile coverage
Group meals
Highchair
Licensed bar
Minibus parking on premises
Near airport
Near bus stop
Near ferry port
Near train station
Outdoor seating
Restaurant
Sea view
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared laundry room
Shared lounge
Sole use available
Unlimited breakfast
Vending machines
Water refill station
WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.

Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00.

Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.

Self-catering : Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Parking: There is parking at the hostel.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

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Food and drink at YHA Swanage

Unlimited breakfast at YHA Swanage

Enjoy all you can eat for breakfast including sausage, bacon, eggs, hash browns, tomatoes and beans. Continental options include fresh fruit, cereal, yogurt and pastries. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options to get stuck into. Drinks are included too! Under 10s eat for £1 with our special offer (see menu for details).

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Group meals at YHA Swanage

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something tasty to eat at YHA Swanage (see sample menu).

Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.

Self-catering at YHA Swanage

Our self-catering kitchen includes everything you need to cook up a storm.

Bring your own food and make use of our oven, microwave and refrigerator plus a kettle, toaster and wood stove. Dishes and cutlery are provided as well as cleaning essentials.

YHA Swanage

Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2BS

Map references

OS Map:: 195
OS Grid Ref:: SZ031785
Lat/Lng:: 50.60615, -1.95783
what3words: crypt.boots.lifeboats

Contact information

Phone:: +44 345 371 9346
Email:: swanage@yha.org.uk

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Things to do around YHA Swanage

Walking and Rambling in Swanage

The whole of Purbeck area, a lot of which is An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is just waiting to be explored. Swanage is on the South West coast path that stretches from Poole harbour to...

Monkey World

160 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys including chimps and orangutans. Talks throughout the day and Great Ape play area for kids. Visit the website

Cycling in Swanage

Cycling is very popular in Dorset, thatched villages and quiet lanes make it easy to get off the beaten track and explore the tranquil terrain. Here the pace is leisurely and the going is easy. This...

Mowlem Theatre

Opened in 1967, the Mowlem Theatre is situated on the sea front at Swanage and has over 200 film productions a year as well as 60-100 nights of live theatre.

Swanage Steam Railway

Explore the beautiful countryside around Swanage on the old steam trains that chuff along to Corfe Castle and beyond. Visit the website

The Tank Museum

Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare from World War One to the present day. As you explore the Museum's six large halls you will come face to face with vehicles that have seen action in...

Brownsea Island

The perfect day’s adventure, this island wildlife sanctuary is easy to get to but feels like another world from the moment you step ashore. The island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour, with...

Arne Nature Reserve (RSPB)

A special landscape where you can enjoy the vast open heathland with an opportunity for bird watching. A fantastic place for family walks at any time of year. One of the few places in the UK where all...

Swanage

A friendly, colourful seaside town with an award winning beach, amazing chalk pillars of Old Harry's Rocks and a very English Victorian pier.

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

One of the UK’s finest beaches and extensive nature reserve. Enid Blyton lived here, so look for Policeman Plod’s thatched cottage!

Corfe Castle

Uncover the secrets of Dorset's iconic medieval monument and discover how royalty, warfare and nature have shaped the castle.

Bournemouth

Serious shopping and entertainment centre. Tethered balloon flights, great beaches and top concerts throughout the year. Visit the Bournemouth website

Watersports in Swanage

In Poole Harbour you can try your hand at something less 'wet'...parasailing!

Mountain Biking in Swanage

There are some great routes including Chalk Ridge between Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks, it's quite steep at first but suitable for all levels and there's stunning views on either side. Bike hire...

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