Dorset Boutique Hotels Guide

experience luxurious comfort in a breathtaking historical setting, at this fine Jacobean manor house - rooms are in the house or a restored barn

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

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

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

Grade II listed building close to the beach, has elegant rooms with high ceilings and sash windows, and top quality beds and bathrooms

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

a quintessential country house escape with an intimate atmosphere, warm hospitality, luxurious guest rooms, fine dining and relaxing spa

a fine Georgian hotel, set close to famous Gold Hill, retaining character features, combined with more contemporary styling and comforts

a perfect place to get away to simply relax and unwind, boutique hotel set in attractive, riverside gardens with elegant rooms and fine dining

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

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

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

elegant Georgian mansion set in quiet countryside overlooking Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon offering facilities for the whole family

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

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

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

a chic, boutique style hotel with smart, comfortable rooms boasting period details and providing an ideal start to explore the local area

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

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

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

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

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

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

a hotel in a Grade I listed Georgian building showcases its fine period charm throughout, and offers classic rooms, some with fine sea views

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

located in Poole's old town close to the historic quayside and offers sumptuous rooms, a French-style bistro and expert wine-tasting sessions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

recently renovated Grade II listed farm house with beautiful breakfast room and cosy guest lounge

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

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

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

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

with a 500 year history, this nautically-themed pub is just meters from the lively quayside

in Sherbourne, close to the abbey, a well-loved inn is characterized by its relaxed welcome, and also has elegant Georgian-style rooms and a suite

treat yourself to a stay in this Grade I listed manor house, beautifully restored with a historic chapel; rooms - some panelled - are sumptuous

an 18th century building with many Georgian features and where Queen Victoria once stayed

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

renovated to offer a mellow rustic chic space and relaxed dining, this historic inn near Dorchester has luxurious rooms with their own entrance

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

high review scores have been awarded to this B&B in a picturesque thatched cottage, for the hospitality and beautifully decorated rooms

close to the bustling town centre, yet offering a peaceful intimate stay in a character house with elegant, classically styled guest rooms

located right opposite Sherborne Abbey, this historic inn oozes charm and character

the Bohemian decor adds colour and character to this unique, beach facing guest house and with just 6 rooms offers an intimate ambience

Tudor thatched cottage brimming with charm and original architectural features ideally placed to explore Dorset's countryside and coastline

country house B&B luxury at this period house next to the church in a pretty Saxon village; guests can enjoy a private patio and hot tub

in the heart of this historic seaside resort, a friendly 400-year-old inn offers one dainty white room, with wine and flowers to welcome guests

a Grade II listed Georgian guest house with many period features that blend with a more cool and contemporary lounge and bar area

luxurious rooms, wonderful hospitality and a home-produced breakfast feast are offered at this tastefully restored Dorset farm house

in beautiful Dorset near Lulworth Cove, a picturesque thatched cottage offers a spacious annex room with a seating area and secluded garden

Thomas Hardy and Lawrence of Arabia both visited this historic 16th century house, now with cosy B&B rooms above the popular restaurant

beautifully decorated, spacious rooms feature at this welcoming Georgian B&B where guests may enjoy a traditional breakfast

in the heart of the Abbey town, a 1650's cottage blends period charm with cosy comfort, and the chef-owner cooks a great breakfast

a mile from the Mute Swan Sanctuary, this charming, stone-built cottage houses a delightful B&B offering cosy rooms and generous breakfasts

a traditional 17th-century stone farmhouse located in quiet countryside yet only a few minutes drive from the terminal at Bournemouth Airport

a Victorian B&B with a rich history is in an idyllic location right on the beach and overlooking the bay, at this popular Dorset beach resort

a very relaxed, friendly B&B, perfectly situated for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast

these restored farm cottages feature an ancient fireplace and offer views over the Blackmore Vale

friendly and attentive hosts welcome you to this elegant B&B, in a peaceful, riverside setting

enjoy this historic coaching inn set in the heart of one of Dorset's most picturesque villages

with stylish, individually decorated rooms, this chic, characterful guest house is close to the town centre for shopping, restaurants and nightlife

Grade II listed townhouse tastefully and lovingly restored to offer stylish, individually designed rooms and is ideally located for the town centre

this welcoming guesthouse has a traditional, rustic ambiance with wooden floors and wood burning stoves, offering cosy, homely rooms

enjoy the beauty of the Dorset countryside in comfort at this Georgian farmhouse B&B offering charming rooms and a hearty breakfast

a delightful Georgian cottage offering light and airy rooms and a charming conservatory

a traditional inn with a fascinating history and set in landscaped gardens

built in 1635 this guesthouse is one of the oldest buildings in the town and has an on-site tearoom

this charming, cosy village pub offers a great mix of the traditional with the contemporary

a pretty 17th century guesthouse surrounded by walks and just 2 miles from the coast

although extensively refurbished, many original features have been retained at this beautifully presented house that dates from 1769