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George Albert Hotel & Spa
Hotel in Dorchester
Located between Dorchester and Yeovil, George Albert Hotel & Spa is surrounded by scenic Dorset countryside. It features stylish bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel bar serves real ales and fine...
Peter
United Kingdom
Staffing couldnt be more helful
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
52 reviews
Price from£103.50per night
Westwood House
Hotel in Dorchester
Located in Dorchester center, 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.
Hutchison
Canada
Exactly as described. Very comfortable room and central to Dorchester
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
517 reviews
Price from£134per night
Lemon Tree
Hotel in Dorchester
Located in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 10 miles, Lemon Tree provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Janis
United States of America
Clean quiet
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
11 reviews
Price from£85.50per night
The Frampton Arms
Hotel in Dorchester
Located in Dorchester, 4.8 miles from Monkey World, The Frampton Arms provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Mihai
United Kingdom
The restaurant was very nice and food was superb. We have a couple rump steaks cooked to perfection and they were delicious.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,344 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.
MaryJo
United States of America
The bed was very comfortable and the room was spacious. When one of us went downstairs before breakfast was being served, the receptionist volunteered to make him a cup of tea.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,125 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 center of Dorchester. It offers free WiFi.
Dr JAMES
United States of America
While the manager agreed with me that the hotel seemed like "a creaky old place," in fact, it's graciously refurbished, well equipped, very comfortable, and clean. All the staff were cordial and efficient, particularly the dining room staff at the superb-served breakfast. Our waitress, Cary, was delightfully accommodating and cheerful. We have traveled often and extensively, and the Best Western Wessex Royale provided us with one of our best overnight experiences.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
865 reviews
Price from£99per night
The Poachers Inn
Hotel in Dorchester
Located in Dorchester, 15 miles from Monkey World, The Poachers Inn has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Robert
United Kingdom
Our room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was sufficient to set us up for the day. The Inn is in a quiet hamlet outside Dorchester and as such is centrally situated for touring Dorset.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
227 reviews
Price from£100per 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.
Alan
United Kingdom
Good size bedroom. Clean. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant staff. Great location.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
529 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.
tara
United Kingdom
The owner and staff were so welcoming. If i had an issue they were only too happy to help.
Really genuine people
Shower was amazing and loved the crisp clean sheets plus towels
6.3
Scored 6.3
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
386 reviews
Price from£75per night
The Oak at Dewlish
Dorchester
Offering a garden, The Oak at Dewlish offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to pool at the pool table, free private parking, and free Wifi.
James
United Kingdom
Nice, clean and comfortable place. Also, the food was excellent and great value for money. We all enjoyed our stay. Excellent breakfast in the morning.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
171 reviews
Price from£105per night
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Westwood House
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 517 reviewsLocated in Dorchester center, 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.
Lemon Tree
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 11 reviewsLocated in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 10 miles, Lemon Tree provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
The Frampton Arms
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,344 reviewsLocated in Dorchester, 4.8 miles from Monkey World, The Frampton Arms provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite
The Junction Hotel
Hotel in DorchesterCheap hotel7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 529 reviewsA 3-minute walk from Dorchester West Train Station, The Junction is a Marston’s Inn offering bed and breakfast in this historic Dorset town.
The staff were very friendly & food was very good.
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What Guests Said About Dorchester:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
Couldn’t fault the accommodation.
Couldn’t fault the accommodation. However Dorchester town seemed limited with places for a meal in the town itself. Plenty of places for burgers and snacks etc; but had to drive out for a decent meal. The Keep was a very interesting place to visit. Other places of interest were either closed, or expensive to visit, or you had to book for an appointment. Fortunately the buses to Weymouth seemed regular.
BarbaraUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Although not a large town, there are a nice selection of...
Although not a large town, there are a nice selection of shops along the Main Street, 5 museums catering for young and old, historical town walking trails and nature walks and a lovely Victorian park. The selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants will satisfy any foodie lovers requirements, and on the Sunday that we visited, there was an Artisan street market and a car boot to wander around. Parking is plentiful and cheap, and free 6pm-8am.JungleJanUnited Kingdom - 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
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- 8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 11 reviewsThe location of Clematis House was perfect for us, in a very pretty village, just a few minutes from Dorchester and a superb base for seeing Dorset. The house was extremely clean and comfortable and was very well equipped to ensure we had an enjoyable stay. The information booklet was comprehensive and contained all the information that we required. The property has a beautiful courtyard garden and is very quiet and peaceful. The welcome tray from the owners was much appreciated.
WendyIreland - From £120 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 963 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 - 8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 398 reviewsClean, comfortable and welcoming. Ideal location for accessing Dorchester town and neighbouring attractions of Dorset. Friendly yet unobtrusive team. Freshly cooked food. A well loved and cared for, home from home beautifully furnished and relaxing lounges for guests to use in addition to your own well appointed room. Use of dining room offered, if you want to bring back food from the varied restaurants in town.ClareUnited Kingdom
- 8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 352 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 of America - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 517 reviewsFantastic place, central to many Dorset attractions and Dorchester itself. Superbly spacious rooms with shower and lovely toiletries, plenty of wardrobe space, comfy beds. Room has tea and coffee facilities with coffee machine. Breakfast was fantastic with endless coffee and tea and a brilliantly cooked full English as well as cereals, juices and toast (with proper butter.)
KeithNetherlands - 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 275 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 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 414 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 £120 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 963 reviewsThe accommodation was warm, clean and the extra king-size bed was comfortable. The staff were friendly and professional. The food was exceptional and well proportioned. At £85 a night including an excellent breakfast it was very good value. Set in beautiful Dorset countryside but only10 minutes from Dorchester.
MichaelUnited Kingdom - From £117 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 865 reviewsThere were very few staff although I suspect this is the hangover from the pandemic. The staff that were there were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our requirements. This hotel will now be our first choice when visiting Family in Dorchester. Very comfortable hotel.AAnonymousUnited Kingdom
- From £105 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 171 reviewsLovely pub in a picturesque Dorset village, very quiet and peaceful. Ideally placed for visiting Dorchester (Maiden castle), the Jurassic coast and Corfe castle. Very friendly pub staff and great food and beer. We were made to feel very welcome. A revisit is definitely on the cards
ChrisUnited Kingdom - From £100 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 227 reviewsOur room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was sufficient to set us up for the day. The Inn is in a quiet hamlet outside Dorchester and as such is centrally situated for touring Dorset.RobertUnited Kingdom
- 8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 398 reviewsoutstanding breakfast with fresh vegetables. check out the amazing garden in the back of the hotel. host was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating.JosephUnited States of America
- 7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 529 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 - From £162 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,125 reviewsSuperb hotel - rooms well equipped, staff professional, friendly and helpful, and the location in central Dorchester was excellent.SueUnited Kingdom
- From £169 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,344 reviewsEverything- Manager & staff exceptional . Food , value for money , facilities & cleanliness. Best hotel we have stayed in .ElaineUnited Kingdom
- From £137 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,908 reviewsThe hotel was beautiful. iIt looked better on the internet. The room was nice and clean. The breakfast was tasty.
NapasiriThailand - From £117 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 865 reviewsGreat location on High Street, easy 10-15 minute walk from the station. Plenty to do around the hotel.JohnUnited States of America
- From £137 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,908 reviewsBeds very comfy, room was amazing best shower I've used in a hotel aswell. Staff were also very kind.
TobyUnited Kingdom - 9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 88 reviewsThe location was nice in the nature of Dorchester. It was hilly and green.SanneUnited Kingdom
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 198 reviewsLocation really handy for visiting Dorchester. Owner helpful & flexible.
FrancesUnited Kingdom
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