The Best Dorset Seaside Hotels

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

a celebrity theme runs throughout this good value for money hotel, there are images and artwork of famous people and a lively bar called Divaz

well placed for accessing the local, tourist, seaside facilities, a welcoming inn offering traditional, comfortable accommodation

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

offers spacious, traditionally furnished rooms many with sea views

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

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

adults only guest house - set in a seafront, Georgian terrace - with fine bay views, homely, individually styled rooms and a cosy guest lounge

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

spectacular cliff-top views over Poole Bay can be seen from this popular pub offering bright, airy rooms and good value food and drink

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

Georgian, Grade II listed guest house with a distinctive round design situated on the seafront and affording guests with panoramic views

highly commended by previous guests, this welcoming guest house is situated directly opposite the Jubilee Clock Tower and the sandy beach

offers well-appointed, individually decorated rooms, many with sea views, and a hearty breakfast prepared using locally sourced produce

set on a pleasant Georgian square just off the Esplanade - some rooms have either sea or harbour views - within easy reach of the town centre

features comfortable rooms all with views of the water, front facing rooms have sea views whilst rear facing rooms overlook the quayside

traditional and welcoming guest house offering comfortable, well-appointed rooms, many with sea views, and a great seafront location

a lively, welcoming pub - with frequent live music and televised live sports events - in an ideal cliff-top location offering simple style rooms

a fine Georgian residence set in a most convenient location offering good quality accommodation, a relaxing bar and a hearty breakfast

family-run, licensed guest house with comfortable, traditionally decorated rooms, a pool table and darts in the bar and great location

offers a comfortable and homely stay on the seafront opposite the beach, the railway station and town centre are a short walk away

a traditional seaside guest house with functional and compact rooms and a good location a few minutes walk from the beach and town centre

bright, airy rooms, some with views across the bay are on offer at this seafront B&B, an easy walk from the Pavilion Theatre and harbour

a traditional, friendly guest house offering a licensed bar and a handy location for the beach - 3 minutes walk away - and the town centre

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

good-value accommodation, ideal for those looking for a flexible stay situated just 5 minutes walk from the town centre and beach