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2 room options are available at the bed and breakfast, a Waterside Room and a King Room. The Waterside Room features a balcony with views overlooking the river and meadows. The King Room is located in the main house and features an extra large bed.

what a beautiful and peaceful place

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9.8
Exceptional
276 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,939
per night

Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast.

The guest room features a four-poster bed, desk and tea and coffee facilities, and spacious private living room with TV and DVD player. There is also a private bathroom with shower.

DEB ENSURED THAT THE BREAKFAST WAS SCRUMPTIOUS AND WHOLESOME 10 ON 10 LOCATION WAS 10 ON 10

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9.1
Superb
408 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,324
per night

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.

The individual rooms at Westwood are elegantly furnished, and each has a private bathroom with free toiletries. Rooms also feature tea/coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player.

Exactly as described. Very comfortable room and central to Dorchester

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9.5
Exceptional
522 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,925
per night

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
520 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,538
per night

Located in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 15 km, Lemon Tree provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 23 km from Weymouth Harbour, 43 km from Monkey World and 24 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

Absolutely stunning! The accommodation was pristine! The towels and bedding were amazing! Such high quality laundry. The location was beautiful and extremely private. If you enjoy rural then this is the place! Pleasantly surprised by its sheer beauty! The staff are amazing, so friendly and smiling at all times. Couldn’t fault our stay at all and highly recommend. Food is only served until 4pm however we ate at the club house restaurant which is only a 4 minute drive away and literally on the beach! Thank you for a wonderful experience we will definitely be booking again.

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,203
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Little Barn is set in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Monkey World.

Beautiful place. Really nice and helpful host.

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9.4
Superb
9 reviews

Offering a terrace and sea view, Fisherman's Daughter is situated in Dorchester, 26 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 27 km from Portland Castle. With free private parking, the property is 17 km from Golden Cap and 40 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is set 30 km from Portland Museum.

This chalet has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet.

Couldn't fault, clean, well equipped, excellent location, definitely be back, x

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9.2
Superb
14 reviews
Price from
NOK 2,006
per night

The apartment is equipped with 1 separate bedroom and includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, toaster and dining area. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Host was amazing. The room was beautifully decorated, well appointed, and the emenities were spot on. A beautiful place.

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9.6
Exceptional
33 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,364
per night

Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking. The property is set 33 km from Poole Harbour, 39 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 41 km from Golden Cap. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from Corfe Castle.

This holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Lovely rustic and quirky "French alps style chalet" feel about it , very charming and comfortable , nice modern bathroom and shower, plenty of space inside overall , very pleasant hosts , friendly and helpful , location good , shops within walking distance , pretty location !

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews

Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 50 km from Monkey World, 25 km from Sherborne Old Castle and 31 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Golden Cap.

The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom.

Beautiful little cottage, in such a quiet and wonderful countryside, located in a farm where you wake up seeing peacocks strolling around in front of your windows. Short stay for us ( one night) but really lovely.

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9
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,444
per night

Most booked rooms in Dorchester this month

Enjoy breakfast in Dorchester!

  • The Frampton Arms
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,339 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.

    Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite

  • The Duchess of Cornwall
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,917 reviews

    The Duchess of Cornwall in Dorchester provides accommodation with a terrace and a bar. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. The property features a restaurant.

    Everything it’s a very nice place too class but relaxed

  • The Greyhound Inn
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 164 reviews

    Set in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 29 km, The Greyhound Inn offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    Dinner was excellent and the breakfast just as good.

  • The Oak at Dewlish
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 172 reviews

    The Oak at Dewlish, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in Dorchester, 14 km from Monkey World, 29 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 30 km from Poole Harbour.

    Location value & staff very helpful & friendly

  • The Poachers Inn
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 225 reviews

    Situated in Dorchester, 24 km from Monkey World, The Poachers Inn features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Very clean tidy , room was lovely. Nice and quiet.

  • New Inn - Dorchester
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews

    Situated in the peaceful village of West Knighton, New Inn – Dorchester is a former 16th-century coaching inn.

    Friendly staff delicious food and clean comfortable room

  • Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 866 reviews

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

    Cleanliness, breakfast & just a fabulous welcome.

  • George Albert Hotel & Spa
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews

    Situated between Dorchester and Yeovil, George Albert Hotel & Spa is surrounded by scenic Dorset countryside. It features stylish bedrooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Was a Wonderful relaxing stay. The Spa was Exceptional

These rooms in Dorchester have options with FREE cancellation

  • Dorchester central flat
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 198 reviews

    Located 23 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Golden Cap and 38 km from Corfe Castle, Dorchester central flat provides accommodation situated in Dorchester.

    Lovely flat. Good location. Spacious and comfortable.

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

  • The King's Arms
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,128 reviews

    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.

    perfect location. Lovely staff. Room was fantastic !

  • Coach House Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 479 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, Coach House Inn is a historic bed and breakfast that provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy water sports facilities and a garden.

    Great room Great staff Great food and drink Great value

  • Bay Tree House
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 413 reviews

    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...

    Brilliant place, location and great hospitality !!!

  • Beggar's Knap
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 334 reviews

    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.

    Kind owner/manager who granted me early check in

  • The Old Rectory
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Rectory offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 27 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home set in Dorchester, Piddle Puddle Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Clean and nice cabin with a lovely decking area to eat and chill on.

Highly rated rooms in Dorchester

  • Primrose Cabin
    8.0+ review score
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews

    Primrose Cabin is set in Dorchester, 6.7 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    it was so cute and it was so quite ! just what I needed

  • The Old Tea House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 408 reviews

    Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast.

    Lovely selection of food. Nicely cooked full English.

  • Lemon Tree
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Dorchester and with Golden Cap reachable within 15 km, Lemon Tree provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Tumbleweed 3
    8.0+ review score
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Tumbleweed 3 is situated in Dorchester, 19 km from Weymouth Harbour and 22 km from Corfe Castle.

  • The Dairyman Suite
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 184 reviews

    Set in Dorchester, the recently renovated The Dairyman Suite offers accommodation 5 km from Monkey World and 20 km from Corfe Castle.

    Recently renovated rooms and great value for money.

  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 103 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Aquila Heights Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    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.

    Lovely freshly cooked breakfast with lots of choice.

  • Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews

    Set within 30 km of Monkey World and 45 km of Corfe Castle in Dorchester, Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents offers accommodation with seating area.

    The hut was so comfy even though it was icy out side. We were so cozy.

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Rooms that guests love in Dorchester

  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,323.69
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 532 reviews
    The breakfast was excellent, and the lady serving us, pleasant and welcoming. The bedroom was spacious, warm and the shower hot and powerful.
    Janice
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews
    Lovely village location. Rooms were nicely decorated, comfortable bed in main bedroom, spacious and very clean. It was super warm too. Property is in a lovely village location, the restaurant was beautiful with great food. We had dinner and breakfast and could not fault any of it. They also have a pool table and darts which were good fun in the evening. We really enjoyed the place.
    Anita
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,684.69
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 866 reviews
    Although parking spaces at the rear are limited, we had not problems finding a space. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious with air conditioning - we didn't need it. The bed was very comfortable which is relatively rare for a hotel room. The location was perfect. We will definitely return.
    Patricia
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 520 reviews
    Really lovely cottage with spacious and comfortable bedroom. The staff were all very welcoming, the room was lovely and lots of really nice touches like fresh brownies, sparkling water and tea and coffee in the room.
    Jane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 2,393.33
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,339 reviews
    Bedroom was very well presented, clean and spacious with a nice modern shower room with a lovely waterfall shower head. We had breakfast each morning which was a lovely help yourself continental, and had lunch and dinner here once and both times portions were huge, tasty and really well priced. Overall, a lovely stay with very friendly staff
    HSheppard
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,684.69
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 866 reviews
    Period building in great central location on High Street. Spacious bedroom was well appointed. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
    Mike
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews
    The food was great (breakfast and dinner were really good) We had a very spacious family room with 3 real beds. The room was clean, well fitted, and welcoming.
    Emeline
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,323.69
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 408 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
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 2,393.33
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,339 reviews
    Spacious bedroom nicely decorated and warm. Great value. Water provided as well as tea and coffee. Good selection for continental breakfast . Parking provided.
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 2,393.33
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,339 reviews
    Warm welcome from the time we arrived. All staff excellent from reception,bar and restaurant. Our room was really spacious and warm, minimal storage but for a 2 night stay it was fine for us. Everywhere was clean and comfortable. Ate in the restaurant 2 nights, excellent food and the bar was equally lovely with the log burner so inviting. Love the moto of Dine, Drink and Dream - perfect. We look forward to visiting again and would definitely recommend.
    Helen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 3,008.38
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,917 reviews
    Our room was very spacious and the food was excellent.
    Marion
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,470.76
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 413 reviews
    Whenever I travel to Dorset, this is my go-to place to stay. My room was spacious and clean. The owners are very welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. The cooked breakfast was, as always, excellent.
    Christopher
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 2,393.33
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,339 reviews
    The staff were lovely. Our room was in a separate block across a courtyard. Very spacious and nicely decorated. A contintal breakfast was included.
    Paula
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 3,008.38
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,128 reviews
    A beautiful ambience from the front door to each room. The bedroom was spacious, high quality furniture, comfortable bed, cotton sheets, feather pillows, lined curtains, sumptuous towels and dog friendly. Perfect in every detail.
    Louise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,323.69
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 408 reviews
    There was a lovely feel to the place. Our room was actually a suite so we had a lounge, bedroom, and bathroom. The sofas were cosy I could have sat there and read my book for hours.
    Jo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,323.69
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 532 reviews
    Good size bedroom. Clean. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant staff. Great location.
    Alan
    Young couple

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