The Best Dorset Seaside Hotels

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


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

Cumberland Hotel

Bournemouth

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

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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

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

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with panoramic bay views from many of the stylish guest rooms, this comfortable, well-appointed hotel is just a short walk from the beach

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

Suncliff Hotel

Bournemouth

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

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overlooking Holes Bay, this purpose built hotel provides smart, modern accommodation. Money spent in the on site shop goes towards the RNLI

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

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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

Hotel Miramar

Bournemouth

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

Haven Hotel

Sandbanks

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

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with stunning sea views, this cliff-top hotel makes a great base for touring Studland and Dorset

Royal Bath Hotel

Bournemouth

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classically styled hotel set on the East Cliff close to the Pavilion Theatre, BIC, Bournemouth Pier and Lower Gardens with good facilities

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offers spacious, traditionally furnished 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

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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

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enjoy the comfortable atmosphere at this thatched inn right in the beach at West Bay

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

Riviera Hotel

Bowleaze Cove

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enjoy a traditional stay beside the sea at this Grade II listed, Art-Deco style hotel that enjoys direct beach access and sweeping bay views

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

Commodore Hotel

Southbourne

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

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

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for a traditional seaside holiday, choose this grand hotel on the splendid sea front esplanade - rooms are spacious, some with sea views

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traditionally furnished guest accommodation - some rooms have sea views - close to town centre shops, restaurants, bars and the theatre

Acqua Beach

Weymouth

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

The Aqua

Portland

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not far from Portland Castle enjoy refreshments in the on-site cafe throughout the day

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