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YHA Swanage - Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel in Swanage with a restaurant and a bar

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Beach nearby
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Living area
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Living area
YHA Swanage - Hostel sits right by the ocean, offering a garden and arcade/game room for guests to enjoy. Travelers can start their day with a buffet breakfast, relax by the lobby fireplace in the evening, or enjoy drinks at the bar.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩70,581
₩84,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

10.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 Bed Private Room

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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3 Bed Private Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Bed Private Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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5 Bed Private Room

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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6 Bed Private Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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3 Bed Double Private Room

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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5 Bed Double Private Room

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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5 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bed Private Room

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Bed Private Room

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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6 Bed Private Room

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS

What's nearby

  • Swanage Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great Globe - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Horse Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

YHA Swanage - Hostel

Hostel near Corfe Castle
You can look forward to a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at YHA Swanage - Hostel. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and secured bicycle storage
Room features
All guestrooms at YHA Swanage - Hostel boast comforts such as safes and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, cookware/dishes/utensils, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Swanage Hostel
YHA Swanage
YHA Swanage - Hostel Swanage
YHA Swanage - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Swanage - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Swanage

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Swanage - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Swanage - Hostel on Nov 12, 2025 start from ₩70,581, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA Swanage - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Swanage - Hostel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Pier Beach, Swanage Beach, and Durlston Country Park. Swanage Pier and Dorset and East Devon Coast are also within 10 minutes. Swanage Station is 7 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 28 minutes.

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YHA Swanage - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievably cheap stay. Lovely en suite room with sea view. Staff very friendly and helpful. My first stay in a YHA in nearly 30 years and experience was so good I’m looking to come again. Only gripe would be internet signal in rooms a bit poor
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact there was a lounge and the kitchen was great. The gentleman on the desk was lovely too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay at Swanage

Lovely room with amazing view of Swanage very clean, will certainly be back 😎very helpful staff and great breakfast x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay 100% excellent

It was a really good trip to the yha in Swanage as it was really clean and the bed was comfy and the bedding was cosy and comfortable and the price was very reasonable I didn’t use the lounge or bar so can’t comment about those things or the kitchen overall it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was totally spoilt when a large group of rugby club families arrived and took over the building for 2 of our three nights. Loud shouting until the early hours. Children running around the corridors and in and out the building No YHA staff on duty at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

gagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience with stay and facilities available, its present in a very price location and nearby to a lot of other amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Swanage

Very clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent too. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely Swanage

This hostel is ideal for visiting swanage its clean comfortable with lovely staff free parking and just a stones throw away from the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and cheerful. The bedside lights could do with being angled differently and less bright.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great location sea view from our room was a bonus . Good parking on site. Staff very helpful . Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

We stayed for in this lovely YHA for two nights and wished it was for longer. The staff were so friendly and Gary went out of his way to accommodate us at short notice. The hostel is modern, clean, spacious save very well located. They've done a fabulous job of trying to keep guests safe during COVID. Thank you for all your care. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant place to stay.

The staff were very helpful and friendly. The YHA is positioned perfectly for all the local amenities. The place was spotlessly clean. I'll definitely stay they again when back in Swanage.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Room and facilities extremely clean. Free parking was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place clean staff good food good.close to town beach, only negative staff smelt of cigarettes when booking me in , not nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 nights sharing female dorm

I enjoyed my stay here, kitchen was nicely laid out and spotless. Great to see recycling provisions too. Shower fine and shared a room for a very reasonable price. For a hostel i slept well and was not disturbed by noises outside my room. Great access to public transport and beach. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Airy, spacious and sparkling clean this lovely Victorian Villa with views of the sea feels like a home from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

I thoroughly enjoyed my 2 night stay at YHA Swanage. All areas of the hostel were clean and tidy including the common areas, my dorm room and the toilet/shower areas. The location is great. A short walk to town although it is uphill coming back. There’s an off road car park. I paid the extra £6.75 to have the breakfast. Pretty good choice and quality. There was cooked breakfast (sausage, veggie sausage, bacon, beans, scrambled egg, grilled tomato, hash brown), white and brown bread/toast, cereals (cornflakes, rice crispies, weetabix, muesli), pastries (mini croissants and mini pain aux chocolate), ham, cheese, yoghurt, fruit (apples and oranges) and orange juice/apple juice/water/tea/coffee. Each bed has individual light, plug including usb and shelve. Each room has a sink and hand wash which I find really useful. There are no lockers in the rooms though. The shower cubicles I used were clean, you can adjust the height of the shower head and it’s a good powerful shower. The only slight negative is that the cubicle light is on a timer so when you shower you have to open the shower door within the cubicle and wave your hand around to get the light back on. It’s not a big deal but nice to know in advance that you’re likely to get plunged into darkness. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

miss nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

my favoriteplace

great place t\o stay its been refurbished so kitchen has a sea view and great amenities the showers are hot and powerful really close to the centre great little shops and a mini supermarket live music guaranteed every week end and great walks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, close to shops and beach. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect family room for 5 of us and with great facilities. Excellent value and good quality breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place for short break
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel

Great hostel, clean and modern. Bedding provided. Decent showers, nice kitchen and comfortable common room

10/10 Excellent

Mark, M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel with amazing staff

Great hotel with great facilities and an even better staff. Toni was an absolute superstar, best customer service experience I've ever received. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

ema, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money and great location

The hostel delivers exactly what is on the tin - great value accommodation, good location, good sleepover. We were a group of friends and wanted to book a last minute sleepover while travelling on the coast, we booked 4 bed private room which was great value. Upon arrival we were met by friendly and helpful receptionist, the facility was clean and neat, common toilets and shower rooms were kept in good order and clean. The hostel is possibly not up to standard for business travellers but for families or group of friends it's great opportunity not to break the bank! Good walking distance straight to town centre was a bonus albeit return journey up the hill with few drinks was challenging :)

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

YHA Swanage

Bunk beds need replacing, every time I moved it shook like it was going to collapse, this is Aalto very worrying when trying to climb up into the bunk..