The Best Dorset Seaside Hotels

a boutique, eco-friendly hotel, offering award-winning, seasonal cuisine and well-appointed rooms furnished with hand-made furniture

a chic, modern hotel with excellent facilities, fine dining and stylish rooms and apartments, all set in a beautiful spot by the River Stour

indulge yourself in the relaxing spa and leisure facilities and fine dining at this elegant hotel on the water's edge of Christchurch Harbour

indulge yourself in the extensive and relaxing spa facilities before enjoying award winning dining at this stylish hotel near the town centre

Art Deco-styled hotel standing on the East Cliff, stay in contemporary style rooms and enjoy award-wining dining in the stylish brasserie

enjoy award-winning seafood, friendly, attentive staff and individually styled rooms at this hotel opposite the BIC and close to the seafront

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

placed opposite the BIC and moments from the beach and pier, the award-winning restaurant offers sea views and modern British cuisine

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

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

refurbished Edwardian hotel set in a large, cliff-top garden overlooking Poole Bay; guest rooms are spacious and feature contemporary decor

stylish, well-appointed rooms in an annexe of the Connaught Hotel, the extensive facilities on offer are in the main hotel just next door

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

enjoy the extensive leisure facilities and well-appointed rooms available at this luxurious, contemporary hotel, located in the heart of the town

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

enjoy the all-you-can-eat breakfast available at this contemporarily furnished hotel boasting luxurious rooms, just half a mile from the sea

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

with spectacular sea views, this cliff-top hotel offers sumptuous rooms and leisure facilities and is close to the BIC and Bournemouth Pier

Edwardian hotel, set in well-tended, cliff-top gardens, enjoying views across the bay, with a relaxing ambience and attentive, friendly staff

stylish, boutique hotel on the cliff top with scenic views over Poole Harbour and Sandbanks, al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the terrace

in a stunning location on the edge of Poole Harbour offering bright, well-appointed rooms, award-winning dining and extensive leisure activities

a comfortable hotel, in good location for the town centre and East Cliff Lift down to the beach, with bright, rooms that are well-equipped

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

restored to its Edwardian grandeur, this privately-owned hotel offers elegant, well-appointed rooms, a secret garden and leisure facilities

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

contemporary hotel with a relaxing ambience, the stylish rooms are individually decorated and the restaurant serves award-winning cuisine

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

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

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

friendly pub situated just 4 minutes drive from Bournemouth Airport with a railway theme that reflects its former life as Hurn's railway station

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

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

a modern hotel directly on the golden sands with views across Studland Bay offering leisure facilities and kids entertainment in school holidays

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

a large, Victorian villa set in a lofty spot with a sea-facing aspect, just a 5-minute walk from the town centre and a little further to the beach

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

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

offers simple style rooms and dormitories along with shared kitchen facilities, large communal lounge, drying room and cycle storage

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

built as a holiday home for a wealthy Victorian family, guests today can still see character original features yet enjoy all modern comforts

elegant, individually styled rooms feature at this chic guest house situated within a 10 minute walk of Branksome Chine and the beach

offering warm, friendly service, this immaculately presented B&B has well-presented rooms and is close to town centre shops and restaurants

a spacious and friendly, Edwardian guesthouse, convenient for visiting the area's beaches

set in a residential part of town, this large period villa has been converted to provide spacious, comfortable accommodation

a choc-o-holic haven ideally located for the beach and town centre, there are stylish, chocolate-themed rooms and chocolate-themed events

well placed for exploring the area, a period inn with a traditional "pub" atmosphere providing modern, comfortable accommodation

a well appointed guest house set in a relaxing garden offering bright rooms, a large conservatory and a hearty, cooked breakfast

enjoy a drink at the roof top bar at this contemporary styled inn, close to all the town's facilities, which provides chic, well appointed rooms

an immaculately presented, welcoming B&B, an easy stroll from the pubs and historic castle

a clean, comfortable and welcoming B&B, ideal for exploring Lulworth Cove and the Jurassic Coast

a beautifully presented B&B with spacious rooms, just a 100 meters from the sandy beach

originally a mill house, this stylish guesthouse is just metres from the beautiful Lulworth Cove

a family run inn with a rustic interior and open fires for cold evenings

perfectly located for the town, beach and station, enjoy the clean and fresh feel of this guesthouse