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Weymouth

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Dorchester

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Lyme Regis

383 hotels

Sherborne

67 hotels

Bridport

154 hotels

Portland

81 hotels

Wareham

79 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.

A
Alice
From
Italy
This place is a true gem! The room was beautifully furnished and very comfortable, and the staff was very attentive to our needs. Highly recommend their food as well; we had both breakfast and dinner at the inn at we were surprised by the quality and creativity of the food!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,343 reviews
Price from
US$131.67
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.

B
Boyd
From
Jersey
Very modern, new and impressive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews
Price from
US$225.03
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.

m
mary
From
United Kingdom
Excellent service from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. Attention to detail was excellent. Our room was lovely great views..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
Price from
US$166.24
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
US$233.41
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.

Z
Zheng
From
China
Every staff is very nice and helpful. Everything is wonderful. Beautiful garden and delicious breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$332.49
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, 166 reviews
Price from
US$307.22
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.

S
Samantha
From
United Kingdom
Wonderful friendly staff, lovely cosy bedroom. Exceptional food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews
Price from
US$212.79
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
Christopher
From
Thailand
What a great location! We stopped here on the first night of our Road Trip and it was one of the highlights of the trip. The location is outstanding and great for people who love hiking. We ate in the restaurant and the food was really good. My kids enjoyed everything about the place. After I left I realised I had left my wedding ring in the room and was already in Devon at this point. They kindly arranged to post it to my home address asap and didn't even want me to pay for postage. Fantastic stay and very nice staff. Beds super comfy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
Price from
US$236.73
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.

T
Tim
From
United Kingdom
All staff were delightful - very welcoming, helpful and efficient. Beautiful, grand building and great location at the foot of Corfe Castle. We enjoyed inventive fine dining in the restaurant (at fine dining prices, of course) both evenings...flavours and presentation were superb. Our room and en suite bathroom were impeccably clean with none of the shabbiness that is often a feature of older hotels.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews
Price from
US$285.94
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.

B
Brian
From
South Africa
Beautiful hotel in a tiny town. As we are well acquainted with the Tollman name and Red Carnation group it was an oasis.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
Price from
US$281.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Dorset's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Located in Wootton Fitzpaine, 10 km from Golden Cap, Louma Country Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$771.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 85 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$353.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,766 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.

From US$91.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,153 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$133 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 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'...

From US$125.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,696 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.

From US$171.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,642 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$174.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,534 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$75.41 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,026 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$94.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 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$125.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 643 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...

From US$91.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 940 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$97.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Nestled in extensive gardens in the centre of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.

From US$109.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Nestled in extensive gardens in the centre of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel & Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach.

From US$115.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Set in Weymouth and within 400 metres of Weymouth Beach, Cutter Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$106.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews

Located in Weymouth and with Weymouth Beach reachable within 200 metres, The Royal Hotel Weymouth provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

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Chapter One

Hotel in Weymouth
No credit card needed
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.

From US$192.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Set in Weymouth and within 300 metres of Weymouth Beach, Dolphin Hotel Public House Weymouth features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 567 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Weymouth Bay Hotel is situated in Weymouth, within 24 km of Monkey World and 37 km of Corfe Castle. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

Lyme 1 Hotel

Hotel in Lyme Regis
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Situated in Lyme Regis and with Lyme Regis Front Beach reachable within 300 metres, Lyme 1 Hotel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and water sports...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

This Georgian country house is located just off the coastal path between Charmouth and Lyme Regis. This accommodation boasts Dorset Countryside and woodland views.

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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From US$154.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews
Everything. It was a 10 on a scale of 10. All other hotel experiences will be measured by our experience at the Knoll House. The view from the room was amazing. Sunrise and sunset were spectacular. The staff was extraordinarily friendly and polite. The breakfast and the dining area were perfect. The bath was heavenly.
Guest review by
Randal
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
The hosts were some of the best hosts we've ever had! We were greeted with a very warm welcome and the room was exceptionally clean on arrival. The breakfast was also great, with excellent service from the hosts. We had a lovely stay and it was lovely meeting the hosts.
Guest review by
Joseph
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 186 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
From US$125.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 reviews
What a lovely hotel. Extremely well priced for what was on offer, close to the beach and harbour. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Was up and out mega early so didn't have breakfast but would recommend this hotel
Guest review by
Clarke
From US$192.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,009 reviews
The views from the restaurant is magnificent! The food is pretty good too!
Guest review by
Frederick
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews
Wonderful friendly staff, lovely cosy bedroom. Exceptional food
Guest review by
Samantha
United Kingdom
From US$172.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews
Proximity to the sea . Welcoming, great good and dog friendly.
Guest review by
Funston
South Africa
From US$167.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,169 reviews
Great bedrooms. Very friendly staff. Outstanding location
Guest review by
Michael
Belgium
From US$167.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 983 reviews
Excellent breakfast and dinner. Staff were brilliant
Guest review by
Margaret
United Kingdom
From US$94.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,026 reviews
The afternoon meal and drinks - great carvery
Guest review by
Nigel
Jersey
From US$228.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
Beautiful hotel at a wonderful location.
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Wouter
Netherlands
From US$119.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews
Location, quality of food, and service.
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S&M B
United Kingdom
From US$171.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,696 reviews
great location and steps to beech walk
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John
Ireland
From US$91.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,243 reviews
Clean, comfortable and great location
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Shirley
Malta
From US$232.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
It was a fantastic garden and quiet.
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Ebbe
Denmark

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10

A buzzing touristy town with plenty of things to do and keep...

A buzzing touristy town with plenty of things to do and keep you interested, The council do a really good job keeping it clean and tidy. The waterfront is a wonderful sight and gives a good long bracing walk.
Guest review by
TIM
United Kingdom
8.0

Wasn't sure what to expect but have to say Dorchester wasn't...

Wasn't sure what to expect but have to say Dorchester wasn't very inspiring as towns go. Two railway stations, both a fair walk from the main town streets. There's a museum and gallery but it was £15 to get in so I didn't bother. Not very exciting shops, I believe there's probably an out of town retail park but hard to access if you don't have a car.
Guest review by
Pat
United Kingdom
10

Myself and my family / Walking buddies have had several...

Myself and my family / Walking buddies have had several holidays in Swanage over 20 years. For us Swanage and surrounding area provide all that we need for our interests. Its not the only place we go to but it would be high on our list for activity breaks in the UK.
Guest review by
Rob
United Kingdom
8.0

Nice olde-worlde place. Lovely views.

Nice olde-worlde place. Lovely views. Almost every restaurant was fully booked on Saturday night. Had to make do with a take-away. The Marine Theatre was a great venue for the gig we went for. Prepare yourself for walking up and down unavoidable steep hills!
Guest review by
Paul
United Kingdom
10

Location was fantastic, in the centre of town.

Location was fantastic, in the centre of town. Owners were fabulous - friendly, helpful, and flexible The cottage was beautiful - very clean, nicely furnished, all necessary kitchen appliances on hand, start up food items supplied by the owners without any request from ourselves and at no added cost. This included milk, butter, coffee, tea, milk, bread.
Guest review by
Judith Robertson
United Kingdom
8.0

Staying in a place on the pier was nice: we barbecued there...

Staying in a place on the pier was nice: we barbecued there while the kids were crabbing. The place itself is a little outdated, many closed restaurants (in a bank holiday weekend in august...) but we had a car there so we went elsewhere. Beautiful little beach, cosy flee market on sunday.
Guest review by
Dirk
Belgium
10

Blandford Forum had a lovely park with a large waterlily...

Blandford Forum had a lovely park with a large waterlily pond (would be so amazing to visit this in May or whenever the lilies flower!) and a pleasant river walk . The town had a nice place to have a drink (The Crown Hotel) and a Morrisons which was convenient as well as some coffee shops and small unusual shops. There were some lovely charity shops and the town was a welcome refuge from the more busier places we could have visited. I went to the fashion museum. It was a pleasant small town.
Guest review by
Magenta
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

Portland is a lovely location set a short distance away from...

Portland is a lovely location set a short distance away from the hustle and bustle of Weymouth. There is plenty to do and see in and around Portland, although it is easier to do these things eg; Portland Bill when you have access to your own transport. We absolutely would recommend dining at Crab House Cafe which is set near the end of the causeway before reaching Weymouth itself, and there is a quirky place called White Stones Gallery and Cafe in Easton, which has lots of local art on display amidst the tables customers eat at. There is also a fantastic area outside. Lovely garden with more artwork and tables spread about outside. We also dined as non residents at the Portland Heights Hotel which is another good dining experience with the added delight weather permitting of watching the sun setting, and of the wonderful view of Chesil Beach in its full glory.
Guest review by
Rees
8.0

Staff very helpful and friendly.

Staff very helpful and friendly. Disappointed no toiletries as forgot to pack items and had to pop out. Difficult to get any soap out of dispenser. Evening meal delicious. Some cheese and ham would have been nice for continental breakfast
Guest review by
fiona
United Kingdom