Knoll House, Studland

Knoll House - A traditional Dorset hotel with sea views, family-friendly amenities, and leisure facilities

Knoll House, a traditional 3-star hotel overlooking Studland Beach and the Isle of Wight, provides family-friendly accommodations with sea or garden views. Rooms include en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee-making facilities, and flat-screen TVs, while suites accommodate larger groups. The on-site restaurant serves British-French cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, and afternoon tea is available in the lounges from 2:30-4:30 PM, featuring homemade scones and sandwiches. Leisure facilities include indoor and outdoor heated pools, a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a children’s playroom adjacent to the Bistro. Located a short walk from Knoll Beach, the hotel offers easy access to coastal walks, Old Harry Rocks (3 km), and the Sandbanks Ferry, connecting to Poole and Bournemouth (25 km away). Dogs are welcome for a £20 nightly fee, with access to a dedicated dining area.

Pros

The hotel features direct access to Knoll Beach and coastal walks, including Old Harry Rocks.

Family-friendly amenities include a children’s playroom, heated pools, and a 9-hole golf course.

Afternoon tea is served with locally sourced ingredients, available Friday to Sunday.

Dog-friendly policies allow pets in dedicated dining areas for a £20 nightly fee.

Cons

The Sandbanks Ferry operates only until 7:15 PM, limiting late-evening access to Poole.

Some rooms may have partial sea views rather than full panoramas.