YHA Swanage - Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 3-starCluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS, Swanage, United KingdomShow on map
9.4 · Superb22 reviews
- Check-in from 5:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Take advantage of the lush garden views and complimentary wireless internet access at YHA Swanage - Hostel. Have a blast in the arcade/game room or cozy up by the lobby fireplace. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge after a day of exploring. Additional features include tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and daily buffet breakfasts. Relax in one of the 24 guestrooms with shared kitchen access and enjoy amenities like blackout curtains. Explore nearby attractions like Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park. Don't miss out on this highly-rated hostel conveniently located by the ocean. Book your stay today!
What this place offers
- Fireplace in lobby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Arcade/game room
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- RV, bus, truck parking
- Snack bar/deli
Rooms
9.4
Superb
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 22 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.4
- Service9.4
- Location9.3
- Rooms9.3
- Amenities9.3
- Value9.3
- Food & drink9.4
Guests mention
High cleanlinessFantastic foodExcellent service
Jaswanth HarishAmazing experience
Amazing experience, fantastic food and service, clean toilets
CatherineUnbelievably 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…
BeckyLoved the fact there was a lounge and the kitchen was great. The gentleman on the desk was lovely too.
ThomasAmazing 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…
Verified travelerIt 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…
gaganAmazing experience with stay and facilities available, its present in a very price location and nearby to a lot of other amenities
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS, Swanage, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Professional property host/manager
General. Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. Additional amenities at this hostel include a fireplace in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about YHA Swanage - Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Swanage - Hostel?
Check-in is from 5:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does YHA Swanage - Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at YHA Swanage - Hostel?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at YHA Swanage - Hostel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does YHA Swanage - Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book YHA Swanage - Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is YHA Swanage - Hostel?
Cluny, Cluny Crescent, Swanage, England, BH19 2BS, Swanage.
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