Top Hotels in Dorchester Bed and Breakfast Inns
Dorchester Bed and Breakfast Inns | Places to Stay in Dorchester
Discover the best Bed and Breakfast Inns in Dorchester, Dorset, England including The Sydney Arms, Little Court, Coach House Inn, The Sydney Arms, Beggar's Knap, Yalbury Cottage, Westwood House Guest House, The Brewers Arms, Bay Tree House, The Fox Inn.
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1. The Sydney Arms
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 131 reviews
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 Sydney Arms boasts fine food, great wines, real ales and Sky Sports, all within 2 minutes of some of the most picturesque countryside. The hospital is also found nearby. All rooms are en suite and feature a flat-screen TV with built-in Freeview.
Avoid this house
Reviewed By constanting442The room me and my wife booked for two nights was not what we were expected,not clean and the furniture was very old. But the real problem is that second night we had no hot water and because downstairs is a pub and music played very loud we had no chance to fell asleep till the dj finished his job around 1AM. Awful place. I'll never visit that house again and advise everyone to avoid it. Thank you
2. Little Court
Overall Ratings
5 based on 201 reviews
Finding an ideal romantic bed and breakfast in Dorchester does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Little Court, a nice option for travelers like you. While staying at Little Court Hotel, visitors can check out Thomas Hardy Statue (1.0 mi) and St Peter's Dorchester (1.0 mi), some of Dorchester's top attractions. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the bed and breakfast. Little Court Hotel features express check-in and check-out and baggage storage, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and free breakfast. If you are driving to Little Court, free parking is available. While in Dorchester, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Little Court Hotel, including The Gamekeeper Bar and Restaurant (0.6 mi), The Sun Inn (0.4 mi), and La Caverna (1.1 mi). If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Dorset County Museum (1.0 mi), Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum (1.0 mi), or The Keep Military Museum (1.0 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Little Court looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Dorchester.
Lovely pool and gardens.
Reviewed By Ian CWe were three friends on bikes and had a great time at Little Court. The pool and gardens are absolutely lovely and the rooms very elegant and comfortable. Amanda and the staff really looked after us, including locking our bikes away carefully.
3. Coach House Inn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Lunch break on the way to South Devon
Reviewed By The_Original_DodgerTook scenic route from Wedt London to South Devon. Many pubs were closed on route so we were pleased to find this one open. Refurbished before 1st lockdown but still really pleasant inside, nice and clean and tidy. We both had Haddock and chips with a pea fritter declined the curry sauce why spoil a British classic. Not cheap but really good food, English breakfast offered until 11am, also offers different take aways each day useful for locals. May call in on the way home.
4. The Sydney Arms
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 131 reviews
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 Sydney Arms boasts fine food, great wines, real ales and Sky Sports, all within 2 minutes of some of the most picturesque countryside. The hospital is also found nearby. All rooms are en suite and feature a flat-screen TV with built-in Freeview.
Avoid this house
Reviewed By constanting442The room me and my wife booked for two nights was not what we were expected,not clean and the furniture was very old. But the real problem is that second night we had no hot water and because downstairs is a pub and music played very loud we had no chance to fell asleep till the dj finished his job around 1AM. Awful place. I'll never visit that house again and advise everyone to avoid it. Thank you
5. Beggar's Knap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Finding an ideal romantic bed and breakfast in Dorchester does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Beggar's Knap, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Beggar's Knap provide a flat screen TV, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. You can also enjoy free breakfast while staying at Beggar's Knap. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Beggar's Knap. While staying at Beggar's Knap, visitors can check out Barcleys bank (0.1 mi) and Maumbury Rings (0.2 mi), some of Dorchester's top attractions. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Dorchester's popular tapas restaurants such as Vivo Lounge and Olives Et Al, all a short distance from Beggar's Knap. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Poundbury (1.2 mi), Dorset County Museum (0.3 mi), and Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum (0.3 mi), which are some popular Dorchester attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the bed and breakfast. Beggar's Knap puts the best of Dorchester at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Great location. Friendly host
Reviewed By Chris SPerfectly located to walk to shops, pubs and restaurants. Room was lovely and in keeping with the age of the property. Great for a short stay; comfy bed and a good shower. A very stylish home and helpful host.
6. Yalbury Cottage
Overall Ratings
5 based on 335 reviews
Yalbury Cottage is a wonderful Dorset country house hotel, near Dorchester. Offering cozy accommodation and award winning cuisine, serving only the very best local produce available. Set in the heart of Thomas Hardy's Dorset and just a short walk from the cottage where he was born and grew up.
Amazing!
Reviewed By ednjennyAll around a great place to stay and eat! Location is wonderful, close to Thomas Hardy Cottage, and a nice walk along the River Frome. Room was great, clean and comfortable. The dinner here was awesome! And breakfast was one of the best. Clean, relaxing, and very friendly staff - highly recommend!
7. Westwood House Guest House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 365 reviews
Centrally located in the historic county town of Dorchester, Westwood House is an attractive Georgian property built in 1815 by Lord Ilchester we believe for his coachmen. Converted to a town house guest house and personally run by resident owners Tom & Demelza Stevens, the accommodation offers a comfortable, informal non-smoking environment for the business or leisure visitor during their stay in Dorchester. The guest accommodation comprises of seven en-suite bedrooms all are well equipped with modern facilities, including LCD television with over 30 channels, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi.A variety of restaurants, pubs and cafes are only a short stroll away from the house. Alternatively bring in a take-away and relax in your room.
West-wouldn't
Reviewed By ElleRedmSo, we had booked out 3 rooms for 3 nights and another 2 rooms for 2 nights at Westwood for a family wedding, so quite the monetary contribution (about £1500) from one family for the weekend. We travelled from Ireland and some of us from Newcastle so pretty long journeys to get here. I’ll start with the good points. - The B&B is very central to Dorchester in that it is on the high street, not much around restaurant wise that was open late but we were willing to travel about the Dorset area so that was grand. - The price is reasonable for the area. - The bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean and well presented, no issues here. - Car parking is available just a short walk away. It’s cheap enough, just remember to pay! I’d say this B&B is not suitable if you have any mobility issues. Now for the not so good points. - We booked the room well in advance, months ago in fact, however a couple of days before we were due to arrive I received an email saying that my booking was cancelled. Strange I thought, so I called an hour after I received my email thinking it must have been a mistake, but NO! My Friday night reservation had been cancelled, someone else had taken the reservation and now only my Saturday and Sunday bookings were available! “WHAT?! How is that possible? What happened? This is very disappointing.” Clearly I was very disappointed, my family were all staying in this B&B the night before the wedding and now I was on my own. WELL, the woman at the other end of the call showed zero sympathy and told me about how she was very concerned that they could not fill the space and went on and on about her business and herself – that must have been a long hour for her. She said the cancellation was nothing to do with her. Luckily I managed to find a room in Weymouth on the Friday. - Arrived at Westwood on the Saturday morning, and the male host came across very nice and accommodating but it definitely felt insincere. We smiled and thanked him and went up to the room to get ready for the wedding. We were out all day and came back just after midnight, respectfully and quietly returned to our rooms – impressive for a group of Irish folk. In the morning, the female host, a small angry woman, shouted into the conservatory at my cousin about checking out, who to her knowledge, had already checked out. We all looked at each other and then down to our toast. How awkward and rude. “She must have a chip on her shoulder” one said, “more like a full spud” said another. - We weren’t approached at all by the hosts after that really, which felt a bit flat for a B&B with such good reviews about the hosts. Maybe we had different hosts? Maybe they hated us? Anything is possible. - Monday morning, we got up and came downstairs at 7.15am, to checkout, leave early and head back home. I heard the hosts up and we thought we will get a cup of tea and coffee before we leave. I knocked on the door at 7.25am, and asked if we could get a cup of tea before we leave. “Breakfast starts at 7.30am.” Taken aback, I said “Oh sorry I thought it was 7, but could we just get a cup of tea?” “If you had have told us last night we could have prepared for that”. “No worries, just after a cup of tea”. I went and sat back down, my parents had heard the conversation and were disgusted by this attitude. Then, he appeared, smiling 5 minutes later, at 7.30am, “What can I get you?” and brought us breakfast. We ate our breakfast in silence and left immediately. No ‘thanks’ for staying with them or friendly goodbyes. What a lovely place, spoiled by insincere and condescending hosts. They ruined the experience for all of us and preserved the stereotype that is “unfriendly southerners”. We won’t be back.
8. The Brewers Arms
Overall Ratings
5 based on 134 reviews
Traditional country pub in beautiful Dorset village with two exceptionally spacious, fully ensuite B and B rooms, both dog-friendly and each with private entrance. Homemade food and selection of real ales. See our listing under The Brewers Arms Pub for more reviews.
A Welcoming Pub
Reviewed By rpwhI went with some friends for lunch. The menu is diverse and the food well cooked and tasty. I can throughly recommend this pub after our visit today. I have to write 200 characters in this review, there is no need as i have inly praise for what they provide.
9. Bay Tree House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
If you’re looking for a charming bed and breakfast in Dorchester, look no further than Bay Tree House. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Dorchester, Bay Tree House is located a short distance from St Peter's Dorchester (0.6 mi) and Maumbury Rings (0.6 mi). The rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. In addition, as a valued Bay Tree House guest, you can enjoy free breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the cafes, including Finca, The Posh Partridge, and Potters Cafe Bistro, all of which are a short distance from Bay Tree House. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Dorset County Museum (0.6 mi), Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum (0.6 mi), or Max Gate (0.4 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. The staff at Bay Tree House looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
A reasonable stay at a reasonable price.
Reviewed By AncientadventuresI had a pleasant stay here. The room was clean and very comfortable and the breakfast was fine. I didn't have the Full English, but it looked huge! The location is good for visiting the sights of Dorchester. Gary was very accommodating and helpful.
10. The Fox Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 513 reviews
Finding an ideal charming inn in Dorchester does not have to be difficult. Welcome to The Fox Inn, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at The Fox Inn provide a flat screen TV, and guests can stay connected with free internet access. In addition, while staying at The Fox Inn guests have access to baggage storage and outdoor furniture. You can also enjoy a lounge. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at The Fox Hotel. If you’re looking for something to do, Sculpture by the Lakes is a nice way to spend some time. The Fox Inn puts the best of Dorchester at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Lovely food, Great staff recommend
Reviewed By jennystoneman2000Lovely food, Very tasty, Good specials, lots of variety, restaurant clean, staff helpful children enjoyed it. Lovely decor and atmosphere. We will definitely be returning see you again soon. We eat here on different occasions and both times were as good.
