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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Dorchester, UK

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Situated in Dorchester centre, 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.

Generous, award-winning full English breakfasts are served daily in the bright conservatory dining room. Light continental options, vegetarian breakfasts and speciality teas are also available.

We enjoyed an excellent stay at Westwood House! Nothing was too much! Our room was lovely, the breakfasts delicious and Carl and Jocelyn were delightful! We had no idea of the wonderful sights, walks and history that are part of Dorchester! We highly recommend Westwood House for your stay there!

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9.5
Exceptional
537 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

Each room at Yalbury has views of the surrounding countryside and its own bathroom with a bath, a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities and flat-screen TVs.

very clean. good location for what we wanted to explore. Breakfast was delicious.

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9.3
Superb
507 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Situated just 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Dorchester, the family-run Bay Tree House offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking, the award-winning property also boasts a restaurant and coffee shop, which is just 10 minutes’ walk away.

Brilliant place, location and great hospitality !!!

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8.7
Fabulous
414 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Situated in the peaceful village of West Knighton, New Inn – Dorchester is a former 16th-century coaching inn. It blends original features with modern attributes, such as free WiFi and free on-site parking.

beautiful hotel very peaceful .

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8.9
Fabulous
939 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

In the centre of Dorchester, The Casterbridge provides comfortable accommodation a 20-minute drive from Weymouth coast. Hardy’s Cottage, where Thomas Hardy was born, is less than 3 miles from the building.

Noorani was an excellent host and she went out of the way to make my stay pleasant and comfortable. Great location bonus to have free parking in town center and fabulous breakfast .

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8.7
Fabulous
406 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Please note,You are booking room only.

Outlets are available for breafast within a short walk from the house.

Beggar's Knap situated 150 yards from the town centre was originally built in 1881. Beggar’s Knap Guest House offers 4-star accommodation in the centre of historic Dorchester. It is just 3 miles from Hardy’s Cottage, the birthplace of Thomas Hardy.

The room had a beautiful view, very clean comfortable bed. Its situated right in the centre of town making everything within walking distance . The host Mark was very hospitable, he made sure we had all we needed. Will definitely be coming back soon.

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8.7
Fabulous
332 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

The Wessex Royale is a delightful Georgian hotel with an excellent location in the centre of Dorchester. It offers free WiFi.

All rooms have premium digital TV channels and modern en suite bathrooms with a bath and power shower.

The Dorchester was the best place we stayed in our 18 days here in England so far. It had everything that we needed on our stay.

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8.5
Very good
853 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Little Court is a delightful Edwardian Country House with fabulous gardens, just 1 mile from the centre of historic Dorchester, and just 20 minutes from the World Heritage ‘Jurassic Coast’.

Little Court’s award-winning breakfast is available, prepared using only the best produce from local farms. And there is an excellent pub called the Sun Inn down the road for evening meals.

Beautiful, lovely pool and tennis court, beautiful location, friendly staff

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9.1
Superb
433 reviews
Price from
£107.10
per night

Each light and airy bedroom has been individually designed with a flat-screen TV and stylish en suite facilities. Some rooms have sea views and all come with tea/coffee-making facilities and a DVD player.

Absolutely loved it. Breakfast was delicious, room was comfortable and spacious (we stayed in the 3-person room), staff couldn't be nicer, easy 5 minute bus to downtown.

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9.5
Exceptional
222 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Dorchester

  • Avg. price/night: £198
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,896 reviews
    Great design
    Robert
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £144
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,125 reviews
    We booked two rooms, the standard is small but well designed and well appointed. Very comfortable. We also booked a suite which was very spacious with lovely decor and thoughtful touches.
    Natalie
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 277 reviews
    Charming friendly hostess, Nicki, greeted us. Beautiful annex, designed and equipped to a very high spec. Comfortable bed, everything you needed. Lovely views, from your personal balcony, over the river. Delicious breakfast, shame we only stayed one night.
    Terry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £198
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,896 reviews
    lovely building with beautiful rooms, thoughtfully designed
    Amanda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £144
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,125 reviews
    Beautiful building with a lovely atmosphere. Conveniently located and parking round the back of the hotel was a real bonus. Stunning room (King’s Suite/Epic room), which felt like a real luxury! The little extra touches made it feel special too. The food at the hotel was delicious and amazing quality and we thought it was fantastic value for money. The staff were lovely and very friendly. Very clean and beautifully decorated throughout
    Ella
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £144
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,125 reviews
    A lovely hotel: very welcoming, well-equipped room, stylish interiors, and great menus. Also, gorgeous toiletries — I bought some to take home.
    Colette
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 853 reviews
    This is like a boutique hotel, the staff are amazing, the breakfast is 5 star plus and the rooms are fabulous so clean and the linen so crisp. Such a wonderful stay I stayed an extra night. Highly recommend
    Charlotte
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £198
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,896 reviews
    I’m an interior designer and I so appreciated the thought that went into the designs
    Ali
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £144
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,125 reviews
    spacious comfortable room - great design throughout with a contemporary take on traditional elegance - friendly service- lovely food - reasonable price
    rose
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 407 reviews
    traditional mixed with comfort and eclectic design. Bed bed was gorgeous and very comfy. The lounge a perfect size and layout. sofas are as comfortable as they look. The breakfast was fruit, yogurt, pastry and a cooked breakfast, all delicious and laid out beautifully when you come down to eat. oh and your host Debbie is one of the most lovely people you will ever meet. make sure you ask her about the history of The Old Tea House, you will not be disappointed.
    Jodie
    Young couple

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