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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...

Staffing couldnt be more helful
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
53 reviews
Price from$131.67per 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.

Exactly as described. Very comfortable room and central to Dorchester
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
514 reviews
Price from$170.47per 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.

Clean quiet
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
12 reviews
Price from$95.41per 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.

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$125.94per 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.

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
1,121 reviews
Price from$120.22per 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.

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
860 reviews
Price from$125.94per 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.

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
230 reviews
Price from$127.21per 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.

Good size bedroom. Clean. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant staff. Great location.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
527 reviews
Price from$125.94per 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.

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
382 reviews
Price from$95.41per night
The Oak at Dewlish, hotel in 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.

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$133.58per night
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  • Westwood House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 514 reviews

    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.

    Warm welcome, comfy bed, brilliant brekkie, wonderful hosts.

  • Lemon Tree
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 12 reviews

    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.

  • The Frampton Arms
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,344 reviews

    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.

    Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite

  • The Junction Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 527 reviews

    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.

    The staff were very friendly & food was very good.

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What Guests Said About Dorchester:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Barbara
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    JungleJan
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 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!
    Mike
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    margaret
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Angela
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 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 more
    Michael
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Dorchester

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews
    You rarely stay somewhere that exceeds expectations. The space available for 2 people was amazing. If they had a roll away you could easily take 3. Not far from Dorchester and easy access to the places of interest in Dorset. On site car parking and Tolpuddle itself is a lovely Dorset village. The host provided lots of info on eateries etc. And offered to help with any questions. Pricewise you may think the Tolpuddle is more than you usually pay. Dorset is not a cheap holiday area so keep this in mind.
    Robin
    United Kingdom
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 397 reviews
    Charming small hotel, so beautifully decorated. Our room was very comfortable. Easy walking access to shops, town walks, and busses (we enjoyed taking the Jurassic Coaster busses to Lyme Regis, West Bay, Weymouth). Breakfast wasn't included in our booking but we added it on once there, very good value. Make sure to try the apple juice! Room had a portable fan which helped keep the room comfortable. The proprietor was very kind, offered many good suggestions for dining, sights, etc.
    Liza
    United States of America
  • From $206.09 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,121 reviews
    This was our second stay at the King's arms and we absolutely love it. The location is fantastic, parking included. Food is good quality and the hotel itself has a lovely warm and cosy feeling. Definitely will come back. We went for a special occasion and they gave us a brownie to celebrate this which was a nice touch. They were very accommodating about meal times and happy to give suggestions for things to do if asked. Lots of history all around it which is lovely, great location.
    Chanu Thamalka
    United Kingdom
  • From $206.09 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,121 reviews
    well located with car park. hotel was decorated sympathetically due to its age. the staff were very friendly, helpful and professional our room had air con and large shower. the food is quite fancy and a bit more expensive than normal. we had dinner one night. the breakfasts were cooked fresh to order with a nice selection to choose from. it was a very good hotel. central and great for visiting the museums in dorchester or using as a base
    caron
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 522 reviews
    Stayed 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,
    Natascha
    United Kingdom
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 352 reviews
    We 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.
    Simon
    United States of America
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 53 reviews
    We had a great two night stay at Ashley House which is located in the beautiful Dorset countryside. Emma and Graeme were super hosts, very warm and welcoming. There is a wonderful pub a short drive away which serves great food and Dorchester is close by. It’s well located for trips to Weymouth and the beach. We’ll be back!
    A
    Anonymous
    Italy
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 514 reviews
    The position was excellent in the centre of Dorchester. Although no parking at the hotel, only a few minutes walk away was top o Town car park easy to pay by "JustPark" and so good for getting about the county. Breakfast was the best start to every day with lots of choice, quality ingredients and pleasant service.
    lynatsudbury
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 406 reviews
    Best value in town. Lovely spacious sitting room and double four posted bedroom. Extra heaters in rooms was appreciated! A great breakfast supplied by the lovely and very chatty Debbie. We will definitely stay again when visiting Dorchester.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • From $148.84 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 860 reviews
    Loved everything about my room and the hotel in general. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, the staff were super friendly and helpful, the walk-in shower most appreciated, the bed very comfortable, and the location perfect.
    Katharine
    United States of America
  • From $152.66 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 166 reviews
    The Greyhound is in the gorgeous small Dorset village of Sydling St Nicholas (not in the town of Dorchester!). We were there to walk a section of the Wessex Ridgeway so the location was perfect for us!
    Fiona
    United States of America
  • From $127.21 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 230 reviews
    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.
    Robert
    United Kingdom
  • From $166.65 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,906 reviews
    The staff were excellent and very welcoming. Hotel is clean and bed was very comfortable. Drinking and dining areas were lively and spacious and the food was very good. Easy parking.
    Helen
    United States of America
  • From $166.65 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,906 reviews
    Perfect location for Dorchester and Weymouth. A beautiful 4th floor room with great views and very quiet. Lovely Christmas decorations enhancing the character of the hotel.
    Caroline
    United Kingdom
  • From $148.84 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 860 reviews
    All of the staff were excellent, as was the breakfast.. This is an excellent location for visiting the area of Dorset. Dorchester is a lovely place to stay and explore.
    Darren
    United Kingdom
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 527 reviews
    Dorchester was my husbands home town, him and his two brothers used to frequent the Junction hotel. I took him back for a birthday treat.
    Patricia
    United Kingdom
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 17 reviews
    Very handy for Dorchester town and country walks beyond. Small but perfectly formed cottage
    Paul
    United Kingdom
  • From $159.02 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 333 reviews
    Breakfast is at a restaurant across the street. beautiful part of Dorchester.
    yazen
    United States of America
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 199 reviews
    Location really handy for visiting Dorchester. Owner helpful & flexible.
    Frances
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 514 reviews
    Exactly as described. Very comfortable room and central to Dorchester
    Hutchison
    Canada

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