Best Hotels in Dorchester

Explore Dorchester hotels and choose from 58 properties near landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining.

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
8.8 (103 reviews)

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester ★★★

📍 32 High W St, Dorchester

"The staff were very helpful. They helped me to bring the heavy luggage upstairs no matter check-in and check-out. The reception ladies were cheerful and very nice. I will come again and recommend to my friends."

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel
9.4 (44 reviews)

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel ★★★★★

📍 9 Fore St, Dorchester, Evershot

"Food was terrific and all the staff were very helpful and friendly. The Spa was my wife’s favourite bit."

Dorchester
7.6 (40 reviews)

Dorchester ★★★

📍 5 Pope St, Dorchester

"Had an amazing time away here at Dorchester Premier Inn. Checked in by Kayleigh who was very attentive and helped myself with the whole check-in process. Had an amazing breakfast here! Will definitely be checking in again! 5 stars!"

Bay Tree House
9.1 (50 reviews)

Bay Tree House ★★★★

📍 4 Athelstan Rd, Dorchester

"Friendly Host Great Location"

The Old Ship Inn
7.1 (306 reviews)

The Old Ship Inn ★★★

📍 16 High West Street, Dorchester

"We attempted to stay here for the night a few weeks ago. We are a family of four and a Dog. I was asked to pay for the room before being given the key to the room. At this point I was also informed that the chef was on Holliday so there was no food available. When we got to the room we find that for our £140 we didn’t even have an en-suite bathroom. We presumably had the unlocked (Not Very Private) toilet that was over the hall way from our room. On finding this out I immediately went back downstairs to try and resolve the issue and ask whether there was another room available as this was not suitable for us. The lady behind the bar did give me the keys to another room however on inspection the room was full of personal belongings. I immediately returned back downstairs without even fully entering into the room as I felt embarrassed. The lady did attempted to call the landlord who was not on the premises and could not be contacted. I explained that this was just not suitable and unacceptable. My wife was so upset that she began to have a panic attack. I asked for a refund to my card and told the bar maid that we would find somewhere else to stay for the night. The woman behind the bar was very nice and apologetic but said that she couldn’t do refunds as she didn’t have that option but promised me that it wouldn’t be a problem the landlord was a genuine guy and we would definitely get a refund. My only comfort is that I used my credit card to pay for the room. Hopefully the credit card company will have a better chance of getting us a refund than I have up to now. Three weeks later and multiple conversations with Martin the manager to sort the issue out still no response. As an added note there is no where to park we had unload on double yellows and it’s apparently a seven min walk to the nearest pay and display. There was one parking space but the car occupying the space looked suspiciously like it may have been the landlords car. This had been explained when booking but it may make you think again before booking."

The Duchess of Cornwall
8.6 (76 reviews)

The Duchess of Cornwall ★★★★

📍 12 Queen Mother Square, Dorchester, Poundbury

"The rooms in this hotel are clean and tidy. The hotel staff are warm and friendly, and their service is meticulous and patient. They helped me solve many problems. Although the hotel is not in the center of Dorchester, the surrounding facilities are relatively complete and parking is very convenient."

The Frampton Arms
9.2 (100 reviews)

The Frampton Arms

📍 Station Road, Dorchester

George Albert Hotel & Spa
8.6 (104 reviews)

George Albert Hotel & Spa ★★★

📍 Wardon Hill, Evershot, Sydling St. Nicholas

"Very friendly staff, beautiful hotel. Everyone was very welcoming."

The Oak at Dewlish
8.8 (123 reviews)

The Oak at Dewlish ★★★

📍 Dewlish, Dewlish

"I had the most amazing lunch presented on a slate platter, a steak finely cooked, cut and laid out on the platter with fresh salad. The asian sauce complimented the meal. spot on ! and I do hope this chef stays to continue his top class recipies. I shall certainly be back with the family for more. Well done The Oak at Dewlish."

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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester ★★★
"Very satisfied, will continue to book next time"
★★★★★
2024-09-28
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Couple
Summer Lodge Country House Hotel ★★★★★
"They gave me a very spoiling birthday break. Summer Lodge is friendly, immaculately clean smart and comfortable with lovely spa facilities. Quirky and easy to get lost but the friendly helpful staff are always willing to take you where you intended to go! The food and service are beyond wonderful. The guests' folder is excellent with useful information and guides to things to do and see in this lovely part of Dorset."
★★★★★
2026-05-16
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Dorchester ★★★
"Amazing staff, all so happy and friendly. A massive thankyou to Kayleigh for going above and beyond for everything!"
★★★★★
2026-08-07
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Solo traveler
Bay Tree House ★★★★
"Friendly Host Great Location"
★★★★★
2026-08-12
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The Old Ship Inn ★★★
"This was probably the most awful experience I’ve had in a hotel for more than 10 years. It was noisy, rowdy, there was music playing in the bar until 2 am on a Wednesday night and I found it impossible to sleep. The staff were surly and disconnected and disinterested in delivering a smooth customer experience. For a town like Dorchester one would expect a much better service than the one that was provided used so I cannot recommend this place at all. Avoid it."
★★☆☆☆
2025-05-15
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Business traveler
The Duchess of Cornwall ★★★★
"Great place couldnt fault it. High speed EV charger very close by."
★★★★★
2025-04-04
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Solo traveler
George Albert Hotel & Spa ★★★
"Spa was not available which was disappointing but otherwise enjoyed my stay."
★★★★★
2026-07-27
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Family
The Oak at Dewlish ★★★
"This is a great little rural pub that caters for local and visitors. There are fancier meals available locally, but the food is comforting, tasty and great value for money. The bar is also welcoming if you just fancy a pint or two, with a great, welcoming atmosphere. Dogs are also welcome."
★★★★★
2025-01-03
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Couple
Red Lion ★★★
"The location is not far from attractions such as Durdle Rock and is on the side of the highway. The hotel must have a lot of history, and it has a unique feel when you stay there. There is a restaurant downstairs, and the breakfast is pretty good (but it took a long time to wait)."
★★★★★
2024-06-28

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230V/Type G

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Number of reviews

1,426

Total properties

58

Weekday Avg. Price

CAD 429

Weekend Avg. Price

CAD 460

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The Frampton Arms

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