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Weymouth

577 hotels

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63 hotels

Swanage

313 hotels

Lyme Regis

390 hotels

Bridport

153 hotels

Shaftesbury

38 hotels

Ferndown

32 hotels

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Castle Inn

Hotel in West Lulworth

Located in West Lulworth and with Lulworth Cove Beach reachable within 1.4 km, Castle Inn provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

P
Paula
From
Poland
The place is great. The rooms are very cozy and well heated. All essentials included. The decor inside is soooo beautiful. The food soooo tasty. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
Price from
US$162.89
1 night, 2 adults

The Hillbrook Hotel & Spa - Sherborne

Hotel in Sherborne

Located in Sherborne, 43 km from Monkey World, The Hillbrook Hotel & Spa - Sherborne provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Shafaet
From
Bangladesh
Beautiful secluded house. We got a good price in last minute booking. The staircase leading to the room is stunning. The room had decent size with big bathroom. My daughter enjoyed seeing the farm animals behind the property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 713 reviews
Price from
US$203.56
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter One

Hotel in Weymouth

Situated in Weymouth and within 100 metres of Weymouth Beach, Chapter One has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

V
Valentina
From
Italy
Very clean, good breakfast attention for the details
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
Price from
US$168.84
1 night, 2 adults

No. 98 Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Weymouth

Overlooking Weymouth Bay, No. 98 Boutique Hotel is a newly refurbished Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with free WiFi access.

E
Elaine
From
Australia
The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was lovely with an amazing beach and coastal view. Breakfast had home-made products and was prepared with an eye to producing the best experience. Free overnight public parking in street behind accommodation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Price from
US$237.05
1 night, 2 adults

Priory Wareham

Hotel in Wareham

With open views of the surrounding Dorset countryside, Priory Wareham is nestled within 4 acres of English cottage gardens beside the River Frome.

R
Romain
From
France
Everything. The amazing room, the peaceful and nice place, the awesome garden, the lovely staff, the meals (the cheese board!!). Everything was perfect. We stayed 2 nights and it has been our favorite place in our 2 week long honeymoon in England.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Price from
US$337.68
1 night, 2 adults

Plumber Manor Hotel

Hotel in Sturminster Newton

Set in beautiful gardens with a tennis court and croquet, surrounded by fields and a stream with excellent walking and sightseeing nearby.

R
Robert
From
United Arab Emirates
The location is superb if you are touring Dorset and Hardy country. Incredible history and a privilege to spend time with the owner who is a superb raconteur!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$312.01
1 night, 2 adults

Limestone Hotel

Hotel in Lulworth Cove

Nestled in the quiet village of West Lulworth, Limestone Hotel is a stylish country house with free parking, a restaurant, and easy access to both Dorset countryside and the Jurassic coastline.

M
Maria
From
Malta
The room was simply perfect in every way. Clean, spacious, comfortable and waking up to the sound of birds while overlooking that peaceful , beautiful view was very very good for the soul.🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews
Price from
US$216.11
1 night, 2 adults

The Smugglers Inn

Hotel in Weymouth

On the edge of the Jurassic Coast, with stunning views and scenic footpaths around the building, The Smugglers Inn offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.

C
Colm
From
Ireland
I can’t state enough how helpful and accommodating the staff were towards myself my wife and our dog. From the moment we arrived we were made at home. I hadn’t been here for about 25 years and it hasn’t changed a bit and that’s just what I hoped. We will def be back and a great spot for a stopover en route the Jurassic coast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Price from
US$205.31
1 night, 2 adults

Mortons Manor

Hotel in Corfe Castle

This beautiful 16th-century manor house offers incredible views across the Dorset countryside from its terrace.

E
Einat
From
Israel
Beautiful hotel , very big and very nice room , very comfortable bed . Nice breakfast , very good restaurant and lovely staff . The hotel is located in the middle of a lovely small village walk distance to Corfe Castle and short drive from swange and other beaches .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
Price from
US$283.65
1 night, 2 adults

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Hotel in Evershot

In 4 acres of beautiful gardens, Summer Lodge features luxurious rooms, a leisure centre and an award-winning restaurant. With free parking and free Wi-Fi, the hotel is 15 minutes from Yeovil.

M
Mary
From
Guernsey
Everything in this hotel was perfect. Attention to detail, rooms, meals, garden, staff excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews
Price from
US$285.67
1 night, 2 adults
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Dorset's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,801 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,161 reviews

Featuring sea views, The Mariners Hotel is nestled in the heart of Lyme Regis. Dating back to the 17th century, this former coaching inn has a large private garden and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$189.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews

In the centre of Lyme Regis, just 150 metres from the beach, the Royal Lion Hotel has a pool, sauna and games room. Some rooms have sea views and balconies.

From US$160.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews

This traditional country hotel is situated in beautiful woodland, on the edge of the New Forest. It has a large garden, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi, 20 minutes’ drive from Bournemouth.

From US$91.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews

Set on the summit of Portland near Weymouth, Heights Hotel has stunning views over Chesil Beach, Lyme Bay and Portland Harbour. Free private parking is provided.

From US$195.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews

Set in the small Dorset village of Eype, Eype's Mouth Country Hotel is a family run 18 bedroom hotel with superb sea views. This 3-star hotel occupies a unique position on the Heritage Coastline.

From US$175.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,383 reviews

The Crown Hotel sits on the edge of Blandford, with views of the Stour River's water meadows and the town. It has a gastro-style restaurant and a stylish, upmarket bar.

From US$122.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,994 reviews

Beautifully situated on the banks of the River Stour, The Bridge House Hotel offers free WiFi and free parking during your stay.

From US$83.88 per night

Budget hotels in Dorset

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

Newell Bistro and Rooms is situated in Sherborne, within 44 km of Longleat House and 46 km of Monkey World. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

From US$111.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews

Situated in Puncknowle, 16 km from Golden Cap, The Manor House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 40 km from Monkey World and 26 km from...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 919 reviews

Situated on Weymouth’s Esplanade, the family-run Alexandra Hotel is ideally located; with the town centre and Weymouth Harbour and the beach located across the road.

From US$89.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

Set in Dorchester and with Monkey World reachable within 24 km, The Sydney Arms offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From US$101.30 per night

Situated 2.7 km from Chesil Beach, The Ilchester Arms offers 3-star accommodation in Abbotsbury and has a garden.

From US$101.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

Situated in Weymouth and within 100 metres of Weymouth Beach, Chapter One has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Overlooking Weymouth Bay, No. 98 Boutique Hotel is a newly refurbished Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews

Nestled in the quiet village of West Lulworth, Limestone Hotel is a stylish country house with free parking, a restaurant, and easy access to both Dorset countryside and the Jurassic coastline.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

This beautiful 16th-century manor house offers incredible views across the Dorset countryside from its terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Situated in Bridport, 11 km from Golden Cap, Outbuildings Dorset features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 39 km from Weymouth Harbour and 49 km from...

From US$341.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,345 reviews

Situated 1 minute's walk from the town bridge over the historic Weymouth Harbour, this traditional hotel offers comfortable accommodation, a restaurant and bar, and easy access to beach, 10-minutes'...

The Pines Hotel

Hotel in Swanage
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,670 reviews

Stunning sea views are offered at this cliff-top hotel overlooking Swanage Bay. With private steps down to the sandy beach below, The Pines provides free parking and full English breakfasts.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, The Lawrence of Arabia Hotel is located in Weymouth in the Dorset region, 1.8 km from Weymouth Beach and 24 km from Monkey World.

Lyme 1 Hotel

Hotel in Lyme Regis
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

Situated in Lyme Regis and within 300 metres of Lyme Regis Front Beach, Lyme 1 Hotel has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The Bear Hotel

Hotel in Wareham
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

Situated in Wareham and with Corfe Castle reachable within 6.9 km, The Bear Hotel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$216.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

Largigi Rooms, Close to the Beach and Town Centre, Parking available is located in Lyme Regis, 200 metres from Lyme Regis Front Beach and 11 km from Golden Cap.

FAQs about hotels in Dorset

Southern English Natural Charm

With one of the highest proportions of conservation areas in England, the Dorset County includes 2 ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ covering more than half of its territory. It is also famous for the ‘Jurassic Coast’, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that actually represents three-quarters of the county’s coastline.

Considering that half of the population lives in the south-east of the county, Dorset is characterised by an enchanting countryside atmosphere. Languid limestone hills and clay valleys cover a big part of its surface. Loads of Dorset hotels and inns are spread throughout this area.

Shaftesbury is one of the most picturesque towns, rolling down the hill with old rural houses. A visit to the chief town of Dorchester and its County Museum is a must. Check out some of the Dorset boutique hotels located in old refurbished manor houses, and spread throughout the county.

The Jurassic Coast runs along 155 km. It includes magnificent formations like the Lulworth Cove and the Durdle Door arch, plus the Isle of Portland with Chesil Beach and its large tidal lagoon.

The cities of Weymouth, Poole, Bournemouth, and Christchurch are located along its coasts. Experience this charming piece of England, don’t miss the Booking.com special offers for Dorset hotels.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
I loved the location. The little touches, they make all the difference. Really loved our stay, room is great. Breakfast was lovely. A lot of thought has gone into everything Would definately book to come and stay here again.
Guest review by
Gina
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews
The room was simply perfect in every way. Clean, spacious, comfortable and waking up to the sound of birds while overlooking that peaceful , beautiful view was very very good for the soul.🙂
Guest review by
Maria
Malta
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
The unique character - old - fashioned time warp. The games room and lounges. Balconies and views excellence Dog friendliness Good breakfast. Nice outdoor pool
Guest review by
Mia
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews
Carried up our luggage,booked us a taxi,food way above what we expected- very cozy hotel- can’t say more than that ! Mike Draper
Guest review by
michael
Italy
From US$170.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews
Breakfast was reasonable All bar one member of staff were outstanding Atmosphere was So kindly, local feeling and memorable
Guest review by
Karen ( Wigi)
South Africa
From US$83.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,994 reviews
Helpful stuff, clean and comfortable room, good location and they serve good food with a good seating areas indoors and outdoor.
Guest review by
Zak_uae
Turkey
From US$93.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
Good quality and good portions of breakfast. Nice location and very near to the beach. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Guest review by
Agnieszka
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,670 reviews
We had a wonderful room overlooking the bay. Spacious communal area and gardens. Friendly and efficient staff.
Guest review by
David
Jersey
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
We loved everything. The property, the owners, the location and the breakfast were all outstanding
Guest review by
RODNEY
Australia
From US$127.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews
The room was presented beautifully, excellent location and enjoyed or meal at the restaurant
Guest review by
Rochelle
New Zealand
From US$175.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews
Beautiful and quiet place to stay, rooms very nice and clean, tasty breakfast 🥞
Guest review by
Olga
Poland
From US$195.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews
The views from the restaurant is magnificent! The food is pretty good too!
Guest review by
Frederick
Australia
From US$148.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,132 reviews
Beautiful decor in a stunning setting at the cove.
Guest review by
Kaustav
South Africa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,345 reviews
Location, staff, rooms, everything was great!
Guest review by
Vanja
Croatia
From US$176.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
It was a fantastic garden and quiet.
Guest review by
Ebbe
Denmark

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10

Not a huge town, but plenty of places to eat.

Not a huge town, but plenty of places to eat. Beach is excellent for family. Not much to do in the winter. Great for walkers as coastal path is stunning. Has a great harbour side. Lots of good places to eat has an abundance of pubs.
Guest review by
Rosemarie
United Kingdom
10

We've wanted to visit Dorchester Museum for a long time.

We've wanted to visit Dorchester Museum for a long time. It did not disappoint. So much Dorset-specific and some fabulous fossils! Lovely cafe in the museum too. Market Day is a Wednesday in Dorchester best visited in morning as they wind up early afternoon.
Guest review by
Basil
United Kingdom
8.0

We went to the Abbey which was awesome inside and essential...

We went to the Abbey which was awesome inside and essential to visit. The town has a large variety of shops selling all sorts. The streets are full of old properties and very picturesque. Around the Abbey are a number of pubs and restaurants and also Art galleries.
Guest review by
JENNIFER
United Kingdom
10

We visit Swanage regularly at least two or three times a...

We visit Swanage regularly at least two or three times a year and have done for the last 45 years. We particularly like Corfe castle and we came for the weekend for the lighting up event at Corfe Castle. We have never been disappointed with Swanage and find it to be one of the best holiday destinations in the UK. Whenever we go anywhere else, we always compare it to Swanage and Swanage is starting to fill very much like a second home to us. I would highly recommend it to anybody who had never visited it.
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Anonymous
10

It was great to walk along the Cob at the harbour - as made...

It was great to walk along the Cob at the harbour - as made famous in French Lieutenant's woman. Evening brought sunset over the harbour. Very good range of shops - from standards like Fatface to arty and crafty ones. Good walks along this bit of Jurassic coast.
Guest review by
Heather
United Kingdom
8.0

a compact town centre with a nice range of independent...

a compact town centre with a nice range of independent stores as well as a good choice of cafes and pubs. would provide a good base from which to explore the poole and bournemouth area. frequent bus service to bournemouth so need to drive. historic minster worth a visit
Guest review by
noreena
United Kingdom
8.0

Nice little town with quite a few places to eat and drink.

Nice little town with quite a few places to eat and drink. Also very interesting Museum with lots of history. A plaque on a wall stated on that spot on Sept 5th 1732 nothing happened. 1732 Britain changed from the Julian Calendar to the Gregorian Calendar, so we had to lose 11 days, Sept 4th was followed by Sept 16th, bit of trivia there.
Guest review by
IAN
United Kingdom
10

Bridport has everything you need as a town and easy access...

Bridport has everything you need as a town and easy access to some great beaches within easy distance. Very good cafes and restaurants, great food and lots of fresh fish. There are plenty of other interesting places nearby, including Lyme Regis and Beer.
Guest review by
Neale
8.0

Shaftesbury is an attractive, small town perched on top of a...

Shaftesbury is an attractive, small town perched on top of a hill. It has beautiful views and there are a number of independent shops and cafes.Walking around the town, and into the countryside is very pleasant.
Guest review by
Raymond
United Kingdom
8.0

I liked the setting very much. Riverside was lovely.

I liked the setting very much. Riverside was lovely. Bit difficult for me to comment on food etc, as I only stayed one night for rest, as flying from Bournemouth airport early the next morning. Would certainly recommend the hotel for that reason as it was a short drive.
Guest review by
Linda
United Kingdom