The Best Dorset Seaside Hotels

recommended hotels by the sea, on or close to the Dorset coast


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

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

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

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

Yenton Hotel

Bournemouth

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

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

Derby Manor

Bournemouth

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

Balincourt

Bournemouth

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

Kersbrook

Lyme Regis

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

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a relaxed, welcoming and family run guest house set in a Victorian terrace on a quiet cul de sac just steps away from the glorious beach

Applewood Hotel

Bournemouth

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Edwardian period features are complimented by a stylish, boutique finish throughout at this welcoming West Cliff accommodation

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friendly, relaxing guest house offering generous breakfasts and ideally placed just 5 minutes walk from Boscombe's beach and town centre

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

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

Cransley

Bournemouth

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

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

The Mayfair

Weymouth

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

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

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

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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

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an immaculately presented guest house affording guests a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere and a convenient location for shops and the beach

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a traditional guest house offering a warm and friendly welcome and ideally placed to walk to Boscombe's cliff-top gardens and sandy beach

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welcoming, family-run guest house situated a few minutes walk from the Esplanade and beach with comfortable, well-presented guest rooms

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

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with a friendly ambiance and set in the quieter end of town, a family run guesthouse providing modern, pleasing accommodation

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ideally situated to enjoy the bars, cafes and restaurants by the historic harbour as well as town centre shopping and the beach also nearby

Druid House

Christchurch

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a friendly, welcoming and luxurious guest house, featuring stylish, individually designed rooms, close to local shops, bars and restaurants

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homely and welcoming accommodation ideally situated opposite the beach and a few minutes walk from the station and town centre shops

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

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

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bright, elegant rooms feature at this welcoming town house as does a hearty, cooked breakfast to start the day and a handy location

The Winter Dene

Bournemouth

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

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enjoy this classic guesthouse situated just a short walk from the fabulous sandy beach

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just a short hop from the golden sandy beach, this cosily decorated B&B provides a tranquil resting place with fantastic beach and sea views

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

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comfortable guest house where the day starts with a hearty breakfast prepared using locally sourced produce; 4 minutes walk from the beach

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in a quieter part of town, but 5-minutes from the beach, a welcoming, family-run B&B that retains its original 19th century character

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friendly, family-run accommodation ideally situated for the BIC and town centre attractions as well as the 7 miles of Bournemouth's glorious sands

Blue Palms

Bournemouth

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

Blue Shutters

Parkstone

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

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

The Langham

Weymouth

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

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small, family-run guest house situated close to Boscombe's bustling town centre offering a welcoming, homely atmosphere and comfy rooms

Waves In

Bournemouth

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welcoming guest house providing cosy rooms decorated in relaxing tones; walk to the nearest beach via Boscombe Chine Gardens

Lea Hurst Hotel

Bournemouth

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a beautifully presented, friendly and welcoming B&B just a 15 minute stroll from the beach

Shoreline B&B

Southbourne

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a charming, homely B&B, whose host has been highly praised by previous guests, situated just 6 minutes walk from the sandy beach

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the terrace to the rear is the perfect spot to watch the workings of the harbour or enjoy a light seafood lunch at this welcoming guest house

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

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offers comfortable, good value rooms and a choice of breakfast to start the day, Boscombe's bustling centre is just a few minutes walk away

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

The Angove

Weymouth

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a family-run B&B in a splendid location near Weymouth's central beach - many of the comfortable, classically-decorated rooms have a sea view

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

Brooklands Hotel

Bournemouth

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

Dolphins Hotel

Bournemouth

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friendly, welcoming B&B on a quiet road, close to the shops, restaurants and bars in the town centre and 6 minutes walk from the beach

Ammonite B&B

Corfe Castle

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

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enjoy hearty breakfasts and spacious, comfy rooms at this family-run, well placed guest house

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

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

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

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