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The Pines Hotel

Swanage , 34-36 Burlington Road (Show on Map)

8.6

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Pines Hotel is highly recommended for a pet-friendly vacation with furry friends. The hotel offers a comfortable and welcoming environment for both dogs and their owners, featuring small boxes of treats and dog towels in the room. Travellers can enjoy a beach day with their pets and easily rinse off with the outside tap provided. Although dogs are not allowed in certain areas of the hotel to prevent disturbances, the hotel staff ensures that the room remains clean and tidy after each stay. Some guests wished for more dog-friendly lounges, but the overall experience at The Pines Hotel was highly satisfactory. Despite the occasional disturbance from neighboring dogs, the hotel continues to be a popular choice for a worry-free stay for pet owners.
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Beachfront Hotel

Located on the southern coast of Dorset, The Pines Hotel enjoys an enviable position with a magnificent view overlooking the picturesque Swanage Bay. The historic village of Corfe Castle on the Isle of Purbeck is nearby adding to the charm of the location. One of the highlights of The Pines Hotel is its cliff top garden where guests can relax and take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the bay. For guests who prefer to be closer to the beach, the hotel also provides private steps leading down to the beachfront, allowing them to take leisurely strolls into town. Swanage is renowned for its natural beauty and retains much of the Victorian charm that has made it a favorite location for visitors throughout the years. It is an ideal destination for anyone looking for a break at any time of the year. The Pines Hotel is situated at the eastern end of the 95-mile long UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast, which boasts some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The surrounding area offers great variety, from the medieval history of Corfe Castle and its hinterland of Hardy's “Wessex” to the major cosmopolitan resort of nearby Bournemouth. The rooms are light and traditionally furnished, each one equipped with a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom and some rooms even have balconies overlooking the sea, providing visitors with even more magnificent views to enjoy. The hotel restaurant overlooks the Isle of Wight and Swanage Bay and serves a menu that features fresh produce, including local specialties.

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Room Types

Double Room Light and traditionally furnished room with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Twin Room Light and traditionally furnished room with a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Single Room Light and traditionally furnished room with a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Double Room with Sea View Light and traditionally furnished room with a stunning sea view, a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Twin Room with Sea View Light and traditionally furnished room with a stunning sea view, a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) Light and traditionally furnished room with a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) Light and traditionally furnished room with a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee facilities. Also includes a private bathroom and free toiletries.

Deluxe Suite with Sea View The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a balcony with sea views, this suite also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom Bungalow Featuring a private entrance, this spacious bungalow also comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this bungalow also provides a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 3 beds.

Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View The twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Room with Balcony and Sea View The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Double Room with Sea View and Balcony Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom, a hairdryer and slippers. Boasting a balcony with sea views, this double room also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Holiday Home Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home consists of 2 living rooms, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this holiday home also provides a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

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Guest Reviews

8.6

Very Good

Location

The Pines Hotel boasts fantastic reviews regarding its location. Guests rave about the hotel's convenient access to the beach and its stunning views of the sea and Isle of Wight. The hotel is perfect for those wanting to walk the South West Coastal path or take beach walks. The location is peaceful with easy access to the town of Swanage. Guests loved the direct access to the beach, which was a bonus. The hill walks provide breathtaking views and the property has a brilliant position. Guests also loved the proximity to the town of Swanage, which was either an easy walk or a short drive away. Overall, the location, views and access to both town and beach make The Pines Hotel an ideal choice for those wanting to enjoy the coast of England.

Breakfast

If you're looking for a hotel with a delicious breakfast, look no further than The Pines Hotel! Guest reviews rave about the excellent breakfast with many saying it was the best they've had while away. There is a good menu with lots of options, including a vegan "full English" and continental plus cooked breakfast. The food is cooked perfectly and served piping hot. The buffet for cereals and fruit is also lovely. Not only is the breakfast tasty, but it is well presented and offers great sea views over the English Channel. There are plenty of friendly staff providing excellent service, making the experience exceptional value. If you're specifically looking for vegetarian options, The Pines Hotel has THE best vegetarian cooked breakfast, which guests describe as fantastic. The hotel also offers afternoon tea on arrival, which guests say is delicious. All in all, The Pines Hotel serves outstanding food starting with breakfast!

Dinner

The Pines Hotel prides itself on offering guests a fantastic dinner experience. With a menu full of really interesting options, we found the food to be truly exceptional. While some guests noted that the dinner prices were expensive, the quality of both the food and service more than made up for it. The evening meal was a special menu offering exceptional value with fresh and delicious ingredients of great quality. Breakfast and dinner were described as absolutely fantastic with several other choices on the menu. Though there could have been more attention to detail, guests consistently reported great experiences with the restaurant's dinner service. Side dishes were sometimes inappropriate, but the dinners themselves were uniformly excellent. All in all, we would highly recommend enjoying a meal at The Pines Hotel.

Rooms

The Pines Hotel is a great choice for those looking for clean, comfortable and modern rooms. Guests can expect freshly refurbished, stylishly decorated rooms with great amenities. Although some rooms may be small or have limited views, many offer lovely balconies with sea views that make up for it. There are plenty of spacious and immaculate rooms with cozy furnishings, warm temperatures and gorgeous decor. Additionally, guests are provided with everything they might need, including beautiful twin rooms, family rooms and suites. Some rooms even come with beautiful touches, such as dressing tables and stalls. The hotel is perfect for a comfortable winter stay. The lounge is homely and well-furnished and guests can enjoy beautiful views of the sea or sunrise/sunset from their rooms. Overall, guests are sure to have a pleasant stay with many reporting fabulous, fantastic, or lovely rooms. Plus, some guests were even fortunate enough to have their rooms upgraded at no extra cost.

Beds

The Pines Hotel offers comfortable and clean rooms for a restful stay. Guests are mostly pleased with the comfortable and bouncy synthetic pillows and the overall comfort of the beds. However, some guests found the beds a little too firm or soft and some noticed that the double beds were small for couples - a king-size bed would be preferable. Despite a few complaints about the beds being uncomfortable or not full size, many guests found them very comfortable and were able to enjoy a good night's sleep. In addition to the bed comfort, guests also found the rooms clean, spacious and comfortable.

Cleanliness

The Pines Hotel is a lovely and up-to-date hotel, well-maintained and very clean. Everywhere in the hotel, from the rooms to the common areas, was immaculate. The rooms were not only clean but comfortable with spacious and beautiful decor. Daily housekeeping ensured the rooms were spotless and stocked with plenty of teas, coffees and biscuits. Although a few guests had minor suggestions for areas that could have been cleaned better, overall, the standard of cleanliness was excellent. The hotel is a pretty and very clean place to stay with friendly staff and a clean and tidy atmosphere. Guests were impressed with how super clean everything was with all areas being cleaned properly. Overall, The Pines Hotel is a clean and beautifully decorated place to stay with spotless rooms and a high standard of cleanliness.

Staff

The Pines Hotel has made its mark on guests with its exceptional staff. Reviewers describe hotel staff as polite, professional, welcoming and lovely. Service is characterized by smiles, attention to detail and helpfulness. Staff were cited as efficient, attentive and accommodating. The hotel earns high marks in hospitality with many reviewers commending staff for going above and beyond expectations. The reception staff were especially noted for their helpfulness. In addition, guests praised the waiters and waitresses in the dining room for their efficient and friendly service. Overall, the hotel is highly recommended for its exceptional staff who provide excellent, friendly service.

Beach

The Pines Hotel boasts fantastic beach access with stairs leading directly down to the gorgeous sandy beach. Guests can enjoy lovely views over the beach and sea from the restaurant and lounge, as well as from their spacious and beautifully decorated rooms. The access to a lovely beach is perfect for accessing the South West Coastal path and taking morning sunrise walks from the hotel to the beach. Although there are a bit of a climb and 147 steps down to the beach, the location on the coast is great for walks and easy access to the town. Beware of the climb back up to the hotel from the beach if you are unfit, but overall, the beach access is a bonus and a great place to spend your vacation.

Parking

Guests of The Pines Hotel will be pleased to know that ample parking is available on site with plenty of spaces available. Even electric car owners will be catered for with charging points conveniently located. While some guests noted that additional parking would be beneficial, others found no issues at all with the number of spaces provided. The car park is well located close to both the reception and lift areas, making it easy to access. Overall, the parking at The Pines Hotel receives positive remarks from guests who appreciated the convenience and good facilities provided.

Dog Friendly

The Pines Hotel is a dog-friendly hotel that warmly welcomes furry friends for a delightful stay. The hotel provides a small box of treats for dogs and even a dog towel for a comfortable pampering experience. Travelling with a dog is made easy with the hotel's outside tap to rinse off after a beach day. The rooms are the only place where dogs are allowed to stay and the hotel staff ensures that the room remains clean and tidy after each stay. The hotel is accommodating to dogs and their owners, bringing treats and towels to the guests' room. However, dogs are not allowed in lounges and breakfast rooms to prevent any disturbances. The hotel has created a comfortable and welcoming environment for dogs and their owners, providing all necessary amenities for a worry-free stay. Although some guests were disturbed by neighboring dogs barking, overall, the hotel still remains a popular choice for those with pets. Some guests did wish for more dog-friendly lounges, but the hotel staff has made an effort to welcome dogs and their owners with arms wide open.

No, The Pines Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Pines Hotel.

Yes, The Pines Hotel welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Pines Hotel.

No, The Pines Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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