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The Poachers Inn
Hotel in Dorchester
Situated in Dorchester, 24 km from Monkey World, The Poachers Inn features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Ian
United Kingdom
Lovely friendly staff, Fantastic food, Great room
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
193 reviews
Price from£100per night
George Albert Hotel & Spa
Hotel in Dorchester
Situated between Dorchester and Yeovil, George Albert Hotel & Spa is surrounded by scenic Dorset countryside. It features stylish bedrooms with free Wi-Fi.
Nadine
United Kingdom
Was a Wonderful relaxing stay. The Spa was Exceptional
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
35 reviews
Price from£115per night
Westwood House
Hotel in Dorchester
Situated in Dorchester centre, Westwood House is a 20-minute drive from the scenic coast at Weymouth. Set in an historical 4-story building, the guest house offers free Wi-Fi and cooked breakfasts.
Ann
United Kingdom
Karl and Josalyn couldn't do enough to make your trip enjoyable. Breakfast was superb. Our room was perfect for us on the top (fourth) floor, which wasn't a problem climbing up and down but not suitable for all.
Great location.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
536 reviews
Price from£134per night
The Frampton Arms
Hotel in Dorchester
Located in Dorchester, 7.7 km from Monkey World, The Frampton Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Marisa
Portugal
A very cosy hotel with very decent and pristine rooms.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,265 reviews
Price from£99per night
The King's Arms
Hotel in Dorchester
Featuring a bar, The King's Arms is set in Dorchester. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Private parking can be arranged at no extra charge.
Rebecca
United Kingdom
Very good communication before the trip, with a warm, friendly welcome on arrival. They were able to store our bags for us when we arrived early, and on the day of departure.
The decor of the hotel and bedroom was very opulent, smart and tasteful, with lots of lovely touches in the room, including gorgeous toiletries and a fridge with a mini carton of milk, which was very welcome instead of UHT milk!
There was also a minibar with a range of goodies, some of which were included in the room rate.
The bar and lounge area were lovely, inviting spaces to sit and relax with a cup of tea or glass of wine; perfect after a day of sightseeing.
The location is ideal for the many local museums that Dorchester offers, and, even though we were next to the road, traffic noise wasn't really an issue (although they provide ear plugs in the room if needed).
All in all, a perfect place for a minibreak (especially with its literary links).
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,122 reviews
Price from£94.50per night
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Hotel in Dorchester
The Wessex Royale is a delightful Georgian hotel with an excellent location in the centre of Dorchester. It offers free WiFi.
Haoyue
United Kingdom
Great location, really nice bathroom, bed very comfortable, everything clean
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
851 reviews
Price from£99per night
The Junction Hotel
Hotel in Dorchester
A 3-minute walk from Dorchester West Train Station, The Junction is a Marston’s Inn offering bed and breakfast in this historic Dorset town.
Dawn
United Kingdom
WiFi was good. Hairdryer worked well. Breakfast was basic but very nice.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
517 reviews
Price from£99per night
The Sydney Arms
Hotel in Dorchester
Set in the lovely market town of Dorchester in Dorset, the heart of Hardy County, this traditional English pub provides 5 letting rooms finished to a high standard.
Sue
United Kingdom
It has character and feels welcoming
6.3
Scored 6.3
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
383 reviews
Price from£75per night
New Inn - Dorchester
Dorchester
Situated in the peaceful village of West Knighton, New Inn – Dorchester is a former 16th-century coaching inn.
John
United Kingdom
Comfortable room, friendly staff, and excellent food. Location was very convenient for my visit, would definitely stay here again.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
936 reviews
Price from£105per night
Yalbury Cottage
Dorchester
Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
Jude
United Kingdom
Everything
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
503 reviews
Price from£105per night
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Westwood House
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 536 reviewsSituated in Dorchester centre, Westwood House is a 20-minute drive from the scenic coast at Weymouth. Set in an historical 4-story building, the guest house offers free Wi-Fi and cooked breakfasts.
Warm welcome, comfy bed, brilliant brekkie, wonderful hosts.
The Frampton Arms
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,266 reviewsLocated in Dorchester, 7.7 km from Monkey World, The Frampton Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite
The Poachers Inn
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 193 reviewsSituated in Dorchester, 24 km from Monkey World, The Poachers Inn features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Clean and tidy a quiet location We enjoy our stay
Lemon Tree
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotelLocated in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 15 km, Lemon Tree provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
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What guests said about Dorchester:
- 10Scored 10
Dorchester has the feel of a small town with many delightful...
Dorchester has the feel of a small town with many delightful old buildings, cafes, pubs and restaurants, all seemingly selling good food. There are many museums in and around the town centre, often easy to get to on foot. There is Roman history here, medieval too, a long military heritage and of course the dinosaurs of the famous Jurassic coast. Too many things to do in just one weekend, and many more attractions only a short car-drive away. The shops? - Well we never had time to explore them!
MikeUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Lots to do here.
Lots to do here. Walk by the river and look at the wildlife. A variety of shops to browse in. Old pubs, art gallery, museums- Terracotta warriors, dinosaur, tutankhamun. There is also an exceptional artist supply shop here, Handy for Jurrasic coast - lyme regis etc.
margaretUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
The Dorchester Museum is excellent.
The Dorchester Museum is excellent. We called in just to find out about the Iron Age fort and ended up learning so much more. Everything is very clearly displayed and explained in enough detail, but not too much. There are some remarkable Roman mosaics, a good overview of a fascinating history of the area, and an interesting section about Thomas Hardy. We were there in cold, wet February weather, so outdoor activities didn’t suit the weather. At different times of the year the outdoor activities in the area have great promise.
AngelaUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
We only went for my cousin wedding at the towns registry...
We only went for my cousin wedding at the towns registry office, that was a very good experience. We had intended to look around the town on the following day but the weather was so foul we travelled back home. The town for what we saw had some wonderful historical building, and we would have liked to explored moreMichaelUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Only visited for the afternoon and evening meal.
Only visited for the afternoon and evening meal. The Keep Museum is excellent with a great view from the top. Excellent Italian/Fish restaurant "Al Molo" (which was the main reason for visit). Would definitely visit again.RobertUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
An important county town, oozing history, good restaurant...
An important county town, oozing history, good restaurant options and fine shops. The Council provides helpful parking. The District Hospital was one of the best NHS performers I have experienced, thankyou. Don't miss the museum.
Derrick & Tory SwainUnited Kingdom
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- From £135 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 851 reviewsI had the best sleep ever! Beautifully clean; exceptionally comfortable (especially the bedding); well maintained and tasteful decor. The room had everything that I required: it was well equipped with lovely soap; body lotion; hair dryer; kettle and a well-stocked refreshments tray etc. staff were very welcoming and friendly. Communal areas were inviting and there was even a library. I was staying for work and the hotel was much welcomed at the end of the day. I have already re-booked for another two visits.
CatherineUnited Kingdom - 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 375 reviewsFern Cottage is not just an ordinary B & B - it's far beyond that - can call it 'RETREAT' if you like. The environment is so therapeutic - wonderful scenes, greenery, open landscapes all around. What about their super - size, help yourself breakfast and a humble host who enjoys to be of service to her Clients. It was my first visit but most of the guest I met there were returning back for a number of times. It's just few miles from Dorchester in Dorset - Pindletrenthide I will be back, for sure!!!!!EugeniaUnited Kingdom
- From £137.50 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 404 reviewsEverything at this hotel was fab! Loved our room (at rear with view of garden), bed was firm and comfy with lovely decor as was the hotel per se. Food, again was excellent with local produce, and extra attention to detail. Host is ultra helpful; parking, local food and tourist recommendations etc. If you are sociable and like good food this is the the hotel for you. If we are visiting Dorchester in the future, we will definitely be staying here again.JacquelineUnited Kingdom
- From £105 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 936 reviewsWe stayed in one of the family rooms which was very spacious. There were two rooms, one with a double and the other two singles. It was clean, with crisp white sheets and very comfortable beds. The breakfast was delicious as well as the food in the evening. The staff were very friendly and helpful and we loved the location in a pretty village, lovely countryside but also a stones through from Dorchester. Thoroughly recommend!
LucyUnited Kingdom - From £115 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 503 reviewsStayed here for 2 nights. Only 5 mins from Dorchester and 25 mins from Weymouth. It is a wonderful place-a beautiful Hotel with amazing views, quiet, wonderful staff, amazing breakfast with lots of options, large bath towels, bedroom large and was 100% clean and COVID safe, gorgeous gardens and can sit out, homemade choc brownies and water complimentary in the room. Highly recommend Tip-you can order fresh milk from front desk,
NataschaUnited Kingdom - 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 357 reviewsWe were very impressed with our stay and found the staff & facilities met our expectations, to include top marks for the monetary value of our stay. We will certainly stay again at this hotel when we next venture into Dorset. We loved learning about the history of the area and the reason why the hotel is called The Rivers Arms. We wish the owners the very best of fortune with their hotel.SimonUnited States
- From £144 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 536 reviewsThe owner was very friendly and welcoming. My room was perfect and the bed was so comfortable and there were great fluffy good quality towels in the bathroom too! The breakfast was delicious. Westwood House is positioned well on the Highstreet and you can walk to the shops or to the river easily. Highly recommend staying here and I will the next time I’m in Dorchester.JesseUnited Kingdom
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 277 reviewsThe property is situated in a quant setting by the riverbank surrounded by the beauty of nature. Yet,Dorchester and a vast choice of dining area are within just a few miles. The contrast of which offers both the still and peace of the property location and then those seeking a more lively visit, have the bustle of fine eateries within reaching distance.SoniaUnited Kingdom
- From £110 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 413 reviewsFantastic B&B, the best bed we have ever slept in... Great position on the outskirts of Dorchester,close to a shop The hosts are excellent and friendly. A very tasty breakfast and set up in a way you talk to other guests. We slept in one of the lodges to the rear which was exceptional, clean and tidy. All the best for the future Gary
DavidUnited Kingdom - From £144 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 1,887 reviewsStunning Hotel, the building is beautiful, the room was similarly excellent. Clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. Tea, coffee and other facilities were well provided. Staff were really welcoming and helpful. The location is fantastic, short journey into Dorchester and Weymouth. I'd certainly recommend anyone to stay.SSimonUnited Kingdom
- From £139.50 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 1,122 reviewsVery helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful decor and comfortable room in a handsome old building. Food and drinks were top notch. We were staying at the hotel with family and also had additional family meet us for dinner there one night. It was a wonderful experience all round - thank you! We’ll be back without a doubt!mariaUnited States
- From £139.50 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 1,122 reviewsThe refurbishment of the hotel has been very successful, it is much better in every way than the last time we visited. The staff are very helpful and friendly; the food is great; the rooms are comfortable and clean. It's central location makes it ideal for exploring Dorchester.RobertUnited Kingdom
- From £95 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 329 reviewsWe were staying there because my parents were on holiday in Weymouth, my father was taken to hospital in Dorchester so we needed local accommodation. Mark was lovely and bent over backward to accommodate us and help us out especially with my elderly mom.
GaleUnited Kingdom - 8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 5 reviewsWe loved the quirky style of the property and it’s size. As a family of 5, there was plenty of space, and all rooms were a decent size. Dorchester is a perfect spot for exploring the coast in Dorset too. It felt like a home away from home.ClaireUnited Kingdom
- From £144 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 1,887 reviewsThe quality of the room and furnishing was excellent. Like a high class hotel. The staff were friendly and efficient and the food was good Gastropub quality.
Kevin gmailUnited Kingdom - From £137.50 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 404 reviewsoutstanding breakfast with fresh vegetables. check out the amazing garden in the back of the hotel. host was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating.JosephUnited States
- From £99 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 517 reviewsA warm friendly place perfectly situated in Dorchester, where the manager was very welcoming and ensured his guests were looked after without fussing.
PaulUnited Kingdom - 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 81 reviewsThe location was nice in the nature of Dorchester. It was hilly and green.SanneUnited Kingdom
- From £135 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 851 reviewsCute older building in the heart of Dorchester. Very friendly staff.JohnUnited States
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,266 reviewsGreat stay whilst fishing near Dorchester.PeterUnited Kingdom
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