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The Redcliff

Weymouth

Just a few paces from the beach, The Redcliff offers views across Weymouth Bay, and street parking is available nearby. Weymouth town’s restaurant and pubs are a 10-minute stroll away.

All rooms at The Redcliff have Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities, toiletries and a hairdryer. Very good location, 5 minute walk from the train station, clean and safe place, delicious breakfast came with full of choices, beachfront, silent, the room has smart tv, comfy beds for family, fast wifi, large private bathroom. The room had everything we needed. Mini fridge, clean bedding, nice reading table with chairs, some delicious cookies, tea, coffee, etc. We stayed as a family (2 adults, 1 kid) and the place and service were beyond our expectation. Very clean facility, decent and friendly people, many thanks to lovely family business runners, Sue and John. The place is in a stone throw distance to the beach. You simply step out and find yourself at the beach. No traffic, no noise. We don't have a car, but I have seen people wlth cars so parking shouldn't be a hassle. We strongly recommend this place.

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9
Superb
1,460 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Portman Lodge

Blandford Forum

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Portman Lodge offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. With free private parking, the property is 20 km from Monkey World and 25 km from Poole Harbour. Corfe Castle is 32 km away and Salisbury Racecourse is 35 km from the guest house. Breakfast was excellent and honestly why we chose Portman Lodge. My husband wanted to experience an English Breakfast. Neal was super helpful and friendly. The room was much nicer, comfortable and more modern than expected.

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9.2
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station

Bournemouth

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station is a recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Westcliff Beach. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Everything was perfect in the room and with the host and information

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9.7
Exceptional
168 reviews
Price from
£127.56
per night

Calm sea guesthouse

Weymouth

Situated in Weymouth, 2.2 km from Weymouth Beach and 24 km from Monkey World, Calm sea guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated guest house is located 38 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Golden Cap. The guest house has family rooms. Trish and Mel were extremely helpful and friendly and went out of their way to make our stay pleasant. Breakfast was very good and prepared individually to each of our preferences. Add to this that Weymouth is a very nice little beach town on the beautiful Jurassic Coast. I hope to return and highly recommend staying at their lovely property.

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9.5
Exceptional
131 reviews
Price from
£118
per night

The Lily Pad

Corfe Mullen

The Lily Pad is located in Corfe Mullen, 8.2 km from Poole Harbour, 12 km from Sandbanks, and 13 km from Bournemouth International Centre. This guest house provides free private parking and full-day security. Corfe Castle is 22 km away and Monkey World is 23 km from the guest house. Super comfortable mattres. Friendly host.

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9
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
£80.10
per night

The Angove

Weymouth

At the guest house, units have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Every unit has a kettle, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer sea views. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Everything! Great location, clean and comfortable. Great breakfast served by the very friendly and helpful hosts.

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9
Superb
592 reviews
Price from
£80.50
per night

The Cider Shed Bed and Breakfast

Wareham

Boasting garden views, The Cider Shed Bed and Breakfast features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3.4 km from Monkey World. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the guest house. Excellent facility and hosts. Really enjoyed the weekend. Will book again in the summer. The service and breakfast in your room is a cherry on the cake as well

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9.4
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
£117.45
per night

Cranborne House

Poole

Featuring a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Cranborne House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Poole, 1.5 km from Poole Beach. It is set 2.3 km from Hamworthy Beach and offers a shared kitchen. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Superclean bed and bathroom. i had very comfortable time at here.

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9.1
Superb
401 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Aquila Heights Guest House

Dorchester

Aquila Heights Guest House is located in Dorchester, 34 km from Corfe Castle, 42 km from Poole Harbour, and 48 km from Bournemouth International Centre. With free private parking, the property is 19 km from Monkey World and 31 km from Golden Cap. Portland Castle is 20 km from the bed and breakfast and Portland Museum is 23 km away. Wonderful hosts who went out of their way to be helpful. Beautiful, clean and comfortable structure. Delicious freshly prepared breakfast available. I can't recommend it enough.

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9.4
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Marden guest house

Weymouth

Located in Weymouth and only 1.6 km from Weymouth Beach, Marden guest house provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 2.1 km from Weymouth Harbour and 25 km from Monkey World. The guest house has private entrance. Free parking was available which was a priority for us. The location was ideal, easy to find and only a short walk into town. The breakfast was very good, quality produce all well cooked. Our room was at the back and therefore very quiet, a comfortable room with everything we needed for our stay.

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9.2
Superb
174 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

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