The Grand Hotel, Swanage is a classic Victorian seaside hotel that nestles in the heart of the beautiful Isle of Purbeck and dates back to 1898. It commands spectacular views across Swanage Bay and Peveril Point and many of the bedrooms and public areas take advantage of these delightful views. The hotel offers 30 en-suite bedrooms with flat-screen televisions, direct dial telephones, hairdryers, Free Wi-Fi & tea, and coffee-making facilities. The Burlington Health Spa and Fitness Club provides full leisure facilities including a heated indoor plunge pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna, and a Gymnasium with extensive weight room and aerobic machines. The hotel also boasts The Coast Restaurant, which offers exciting and innovative cuisine using the finest of fresh local produce.
The hotel has lovely rooms, friendly staff, and excellent service, with beautiful views of the sea and beach.
Some guests were disappointed with the cooked breakfast, and the spa facilities were found to be small, cold, and dirty.