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YHA Swanage - Hostel

YHA Swanage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Swanage
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Amazing experience, fantastic food and service, clean toilets"
United Kingdom
Jaswanth Harish
The price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
YHA Swanage - Hostel
Bar (on property)

The Ox Pub & Rooms

The Ox Pub & Rooms
2.0 star property
Parkstone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Good size room, comfortable bed, parking available, great breakfast and polite staff. "
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
The Ox Pub & Rooms
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

The Knoll House

The Knoll House

8/10 Good
"Friendly staff. Family and dog friendly. Very clean but some areas and furniture quite worn."
Howard 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Knoll House

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Swanage Hostels information

Number of reviews
41
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$66
Highest Price
AU$168

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Swanage?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its sea views and beaches.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Swanage?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Swanage hostel: YHA Swanage - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Swanage?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Swanage is 793 mm.
What is there to see and do in Swanage?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore these things around Swanage. Get out into nature with places such as Swanage Beach, Old Harry Rocks and Isle of Purbeck. Cultural attractions include Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, Langton Matravers Museum and Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts. Visit landmarks such as Anvil Point Lighthouse, Poole Old Lifeboat Museum and Scaplen's Court Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Swanage while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Swanage on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), 13 mi (20.9 km) away from the city centre. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Swanage Station, Swanage Herston Halt Station or Wareham Harman's Cross Station.