Dorset Mid-Range Hotels Guide

discover a wealth of history and character dating back to 1590 at this charming and comfortable, Grade II listed Elizabethan Manor House

beautifully restored Georgian coaching inn, said to be Dorset's oldest inn, featuring stylish rooms and a large patio overloking water meadows

a beautifully restored 18th century Georgian hotel featuring many period features including a grand staircase, fireplaces and wood panelling

family-run accommodation with comfortable, well-appointed rooms, traditionally decorated, and a restaurant serving award winning cuisine

boutique accommodation set in the former grounds of Highcliffe Castle offering stylish rooms, award-winning dining and good hospitality

character, 400-year-old inn set moments from the scenic cove, it features cosy rooms with a maritime theme and serves a fresh, seasonal menu

Victorian features blend with more contemporary styling and decor at this smart hotel ideally situated for the BIC, beach and town centre

Regency style house, set in over an acre of grounds, a short stroll from the beach, offering a comfortable, traditional Jurrasic Coast base

family-run, seaside hotel with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in an East Cliff location that is ideal for the beach, theatre and town centre

a friendly hotel, in a quiet location, close to Alum Chine and the beach offering extensive leisure facilities ideal for the whole family

enjoy the extensive leisure facilities and eating and drinking options on offer at this contemporary hotel situated on Bournemouth's fringes

a chic and stylish, cliff-top hotel affording stunning views across the bay to the Purbecks and the Isle of Wight; guest rooms are well-appointed

a modern hotel set on the summit of Portland with scenic views in most directions over Weymouth Bay, Lyme Bay and Chesil Beach

a clean, modern hotel offering good value accommodation near to the town centre

traditional, thatched inn set in a quiet hamlet, with luxury, well-appointed rooms and a menu that showcases the flavours of Dorset

an attractive 16th century former coaching inn with fabulous rooms and food, and its pretty village location make a perfect holiday combination

a 10-minute walk from the town centre and beach, this traditional, friendly hotel offers an excellent leisure club and spacious family rooms

a delightful Edwardian country house, with elegant guest rooms, set in 3 acres of grounds that include a seasonal, outdoor pool and tennis court

privately owned hotel - run by a dedicated local family - renowned for its warm, friendly welcome and ideally placed for beach and town centre

Edwardian house located between Charmouth and Lyme Regis with views over the Dorset countryside offering comfy, well-appointed rooms

enjoy boutique luxury amidst the Dorset countryside at this elegant inn, the comfortable guest rooms are individually designed and furnished

traditional hotel placed in a convenient spot to reach the golden sands, pier, gardens, theatre and town centre within a 10-15 minute walk

350-year-old cottage with fireplaces and beamed ceilings retained in the restaurant where French cuisine, made of local produce, is served

with panoramic bay views from many of the stylish guest rooms, this comfortable, well-appointed hotel is just a short walk from the beach

close to the BIC, pier, beach and town centre, this welcoming hotel - with well-appointed rooms - makes a good base for this vibrant resort

originally built for the Duke of Clarence, this traditional hotel still has many of its original features and sits in an enviable spot by the beach

listed Edwardian manor house - built by King Edward VII for his mistress, Lilly Langtry - beautifully updated to offer sumptuous accommodation

traditional seaside hotel set in an enviable cliff-top spot offering comfortable, well-appointed rooms, indoor leisure facilities and a pub

a magnificent inn built in 2016 in grand 19th century style, in the heart of the Duchy of Cornwall's Poundbury, has both character and comfort

this elegant hotel, set overlooking the castle ruins, blends original character with modern luxury and a relaxed and welcoming ambience

period rooms and glamorous bathrooms feature in a former coaching inn, whilst the restaurant/bar is located in a nearby sister property

set in extensive grounds, this beautifully appointed, privately owned hotel offers a homely and relaxing atmosphere and stylish guest rooms

overlooking Holes Bay, this purpose built hotel provides smart, modern accommodation. Money spent in the on site shop goes towards the RNLI

set in a lovely garden in a quiet location, this hotel oozes charm and character

atop the East Cliff and features bright and airy rooms, an attractive garden and pool area and a restaurant serving a modern British menu

set beside the River Stour between Bournemouth and Fendown, many of the well-presented rooms enjoy views across the river and meadow

a stylish hotel, within walking distance of famous Lulworth Cove offering spacious, airy rooms, attentive and professional service and good food

a 17th century thatched inn where you can enjoy home cooked food and real ales

a family-run hotel in a prime East Cliff location just a short walk from the sandy beach, guests can indulge in the relaxing leisure facilities and spa

offers a good range of relaxing facilities including spa bath, sauna and steam room and a beauty salon, guest rooms are individually decorated

featuring a range of sporting facilities, this well established hotel offers light and airy accommodation in a tranquil and picturesque setting

Grade II listed Georgian townhouse featuring cosy rooms, modern and traditional styles, a cellar bar and a tranquil, walled garden

attractive, Georgian townhouse, offering elegant guest rooms, each individually decorated and furnished, and an award-winning breakfast

an elegant, traditional market-town pub, offering good value dining and spacious, airy rooms

enjoy great dining in this restored 17th century Priest's House with inglenook fireplaces

situated in the West Cliff area within walking distance of the beach and town centre, rooms are well-appointed for a comfortable stay

a charming 16th century hotel with many rustic features set in a quiet spot overlooking Chesil Beach which is reached in 3 minutes on foot

just a 5-minute walk from sandy West Cliff beach, this welcoming hotel features bright, modern rooms and relaxing spa and leisure facilities

close to excellent walking and Eype Beach, this small family-run hotel enjoys a unique position, tucked down a lane near to the coast

bright, contemporary decor features throughout at this central hotel, there are air-conditioned rooms and a complimentary buffet breakfast

a former 17th-century monastery, set in attractive grounds on the town's outskirts, making a most comfortable base to explore Dorset from

a friendly, seaside hotel, in the West Cliff area, just a 10-minute walk to Bournemouth Promenade, with comfortable, traditional style rooms

this 17th century, former coaching inn retains many original, character features and offers comfortable rooms and scenic views from the garden

with stunning sea views, this cliff-top hotel makes a great base for touring Studland and Dorset

a 17th-century former coaching inn located moments from the beach, offers well-presented bedrooms, hearty pub food and local beers

townhouse dating from 1790, in a prime seafront spot, thoroughly updated to provide comfy, boutique style rooms, many with sea views

family-run hotel offering an informal and friendly atmosphere situated 2 minutes walk from the seafront and with good access to the town centre

you'll find fabulous food and the luxury of individually designed boutique rooms in this picturesque thatched inn near Lulworth Cove

set in extensive gardens, this welcoming hotel offers a choice of 2 elegant restaurants

classically styled hotel set on the East Cliff close to the Pavilion Theatre, BIC, Bournemouth Pier and Lower Gardens with good facilities

popular with visitors and locals alike and set on a leafy street 15 minutes walk from the town centre, rooms are comfortable and well-appointed

offers spacious, traditionally furnished rooms many with sea views

set in extensive gardens, this welcoming, historic hotel offers a choice of two restaurants

17th-century inn, retains flagstone floors, roaring fires and cosy alcoves, set in a picture-postcard village surrounded by Cranborne Chase scenery

a countryside escape awaits at this stylish inn set amidst peaceful countryside, individually designed bedrooms come with country views

good value accommodation, with an indoor pool and just a few minutes walk from the seafront and only 10 minutes walk from the town centre

just a 2 minute walk to the glorious sandy beach, this comfortable hotel sits in 3 acres of mature grounds and boasts extensive leisure facilities

a charming, 18th-century country hotel set in 8 acres of peaceful grounds and ideally placed for Bournemouth and the New Forest

traditional, seafront guest accommodation offering well-appointed rooms, an award-winning breakfast and a cosy lounge bar with views

family-run accommodation offering comfortable guest rooms decorated to a high standard and a hearty, full English breakfast to start the day

indulge yourself in the impressive leisure facilities that include an adults only spa at this friendly and relaxing hotel in the West Cliff area

a stylish and homely guesthouse with its own restaurant making an ideal base for touring

in a superb cliff-top location - treat yourself to a sea view room for bay views - with a relaxing Day Spa and restaurant serving Italian cuisine

a stylish and beautifully presented guest house situated a few minutes walk from the beach with comfortable, tastefully decorated rooms

features three guest rooms furnished to a high standard that are set in a converted stable block separate from the main bar and restaurant

enjoy the comfortable atmosphere at this thatched inn right in the beach at West Bay

relax in the extensive leisure facilities at this friendly and welcoming hotel in a quiet location

a peaceful hotel with extensive leisure facilities and spectacular views across Swanage Bay

set over a babbling brook, it flows between the eclectically furnished bar and the library-themed restaurant, a comfy inn with stylish guest rooms

with stylish rooms and an award winning modern menu, this is a good base for exploring

a 17th century thatched inn with roaring fires, beams, comfy sofas and a modern British pub menu, now also offers smart well-equipped rooms

stylish pub, dining room and bedrooms decorated in a classic colonial style situated in leafy Canford Cliffs close to the beach and Sandbanks

a beautifully presented, boutique guest house, with stylish rooms and a convenient location for accessing the town centre and beach

comfortable, well-appointed pub ideally situated as a base from which to explore Bournemouth, Christchurch and the nearby New Forest

a good value hotel in the popular East Cliff area just a few minutes walk from the clifftop and paths down to the 7 miles of glorious sands

offers affordable, vibrant and modern accommodation including larger rooms and dormitories; town centre and beach are within easy reach

enjoy a traditional stay beside the sea at this Grade II listed, Art-Deco style hotel that enjoys direct beach access and sweeping bay views

a charming 17th-century property, sympathetically brought up-to-date and in the heart of the village

comfortable hotel - sitting opposite the beach - with a good choice of room types from budget to deluxe and many with scenic sea views

set amidst the quiet Purbeck countryside, a former farmhouse and renovated courtyard buildings make for an excellent exploring base

the refurbished, well-appointed rooms of this charming inn with a fine restaurant feature dark wood panelling and Victorian style bathrooms

a welcoming, traditional pub, set in a peaceful village with a babbling stream running through the gardens, close to the famous Cerne Giant

comfortable, well-appointed accommodation set in a pretty, award winning garden situated 5 minutes walk from the East Cliff and beach

situated on a quiet, tree-lined street between the town centre and Boscombe, rooms are spacious and well-equipped for a comfortable stay

a period town hotel that has been thoughtfully updated and now provides spacious, modern accommodation in a relaxing atmosphere

a good value hotel ideally placed for the shops, restaurants and bars in the town centre and the East Cliff which can be reached in 5 minutes

close to Monkey World and the Tank Museum, this golf resort hotel with modern lodge accommodation has a range of dining and leisure facilities

in a quiet West Cliff location,with friendly staff and just a 5 minute walk to the Blue Flag beach

set in an acre of pretty gardens, this relaxing hotel offers an indoor pool, spa bath and sauna

set in tranquil gardens, this traditional seaside hotel offers indoor and outdoor pools, a beauty treatment room and seasonal entertainment

beautifully decorated and sumptuously furnished rooms are on offer at this elegant B&B situated a short walk from sandy Boscombe Beach

set in 120 acres of parkland - that includes an 18-hole championship golf course - with a superb range of leisure facilities and stylish rooms

grand Victorian hotel with character original features combined with more contemporary decor and facilities set in a prime seafront spot

a family-owned hotel - owned for over 60 years by the same family - conveniently situated within an easy walk of the shops, beach and pier

bright, individually decorated rooms, and a hearty breakfast and a cosy lounge bar are afforded to guests at this traditional guest house

thatched, 18th century, Grade II listed cottage set in mature gardens, featuring individually furnished and traditionally decorated guest rooms

located just off the A35 on the outskirts of Christchurch, this welcoming accommodation provides a comfortable base from which to explore

a contemporarily-styled, boutique tavern, ideally placed for visiting Poole and Bournemouth

atmospheric, 16th-century coaching inn, featured in Thomas Hardy's Tess of the d’Urbervilles, with cosy, well-appointed rooms and a skittle alley

highly recommended by previous guests, this well-appointed B&B offers contemporary boutique-style rooms and features its own lounge bar

spacious, family-run guest house offering a choice of budget, standard and superior rooms, located 10 minutes on foot from the harbour

a mile from the sea, this welcoming B&B is elegantly decorated using traditional furnishings and serves an expansive range of breakfast fare

a 13th century smuggler's haunt situated on the South West Coastal Path, it offers traditionally furnished rooms and fresh, seasonal food

stylish, light and airy rooms that come well-equipped for a comfortable stay feature at this seafront guest house with a relaxed, beach ambience

offering great leisure facilities, this relaxing hotel makes a great base for touring the Studland area

a stylish guest house where guests can take in coastal views whilst enjoying breakfast in the conservatory or on the terrace when warmer