The Best Dorset Seaside Hotels

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


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The Nici

Bournemouth

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

Hotel Rex

Weymouth

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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

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

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

Commodore Hotel

Southbourne

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

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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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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

The George

West Bay

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  • small hotel
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with traditionally styled public rooms and smart, modern accommodation, this welcoming inn is set close to all the local faciities

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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

The Pilot Boat

Lyme Regis

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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

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Weymouth's sandy beach is immediately opposite and the railway station a short walk away from this large, friendly and traditional B&B