The Dorset Family Hotels Guide

a luxury Georgian townhouse set in a picturesque walled garden, guests will find a boutique spa, elegant guest rooms and award-winning cuisine

a beautifully restored 18th century Georgian hotel featuring many period features including a grand staircase, fireplaces and wood panelling

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

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

an attractive 16th century former coaching inn with fabulous rooms and food, and its pretty village location make a perfect holiday combination

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

discover a wealth of history and character dating back to 1590 at this charming and comfortable, Grade II listed Elizabethan Manor House

Edwardian house located between Charmouth and Lyme Regis with views over the Dorset countryside offering comfy, well-appointed rooms

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

350-year-old cottage with fireplaces and beamed ceilings retained in the restaurant where French cuisine, made of local produce, is served

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

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

bright, contemporary decor features throughout at this central hotel, there are air-conditioned rooms and a complimentary buffet breakfast

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

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

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

offers a good range of relaxing facilities including spa bath, sauna and steam room and a beauty salon, guest rooms are individually decorated

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

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

featuring a range of sporting facilities, this well established hotel offers light and airy accommodation in a tranquil and picturesque setting

a friendly hotel, in a quiet location, close to Alum Chine and the beach offering extensive leisure facilities ideal for the whole family

attractive, Georgian townhouse, offering elegant guest rooms, each individually decorated and furnished, and an award-winning breakfast

boasts an advantageous central location with shops and the historic harbour on the doorstep; entertainment is offered in the high season

an elegant, traditional market-town pub, offering good value dining and spacious, airy rooms

enjoy great dining in this restored 17th century Priest's House with inglenook fireplaces

Victorian features blend with more contemporary styling and decor at this smart hotel ideally situated for the BIC, beach and town centre

atmospheric, 16th-century coaching inn, featured in Thomas Hardy's Tess of the d’Urbervilles, with cosy, well-appointed rooms and a skittle alley

a former 17th-century monastery, set in attractive grounds on the town's outskirts, making a most comfortable base to explore Dorset from

a 10-minute walk from the town centre and beach, this traditional, friendly hotel offers an excellent leisure club and spacious family rooms

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

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

enjoy the extensive leisure facilities and eating and drinking options on offer at this contemporary hotel situated on Bournemouth's fringes

family-run hotel offering an informal and friendly atmosphere situated 2 minutes walk from the seafront and with good access to the town centre

indulge yourself in the impressive leisure facilities that include an adults only spa at this friendly and relaxing hotel in the West Cliff area

set in extensive gardens, this welcoming hotel offers a choice of 2 elegant restaurants

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

offers spacious, traditionally furnished rooms many with sea views

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

a popular restaurant with a wide menu is a bonus for guests who stay in rooms set around a courtyard, at this inn in the heart of Dorset

traditional pub popular with villagers and visitors, locally sourced food and drink is championed and live music is featured at the weekends

a 17th-century former coaching inn located moments from the beach, offers well-presented bedrooms, hearty pub food and local beers

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

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

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

just a 5-minute walk from sandy West Cliff beach, this welcoming hotel features bright, modern rooms and relaxing spa and leisure facilities

a delightful Edwardian country house, with elegant guest rooms, set in 3 acres of grounds that include a seasonal, outdoor pool and tennis court

holiday park set in 23 acres of grounds on Charmouth's fringes offering a wide choice of accommodation and facilities for the whole family

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

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

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

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

in a quiet village surrounded by open countryside, a Victorian inn with a large garden and play area, has comfortable rooms and hearty food

you'll find fabulous food and the luxury of individually designed boutique rooms in this picturesque thatched inn near Lulworth Cove

traditional hotel placed in a convenient spot to reach the golden sands, pier, gardens, theatre and town centre within a 10-15 minute walk

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

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

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

beautifully restored Georgian coaching inn, said to be Dorset's oldest inn, featuring stylish rooms and a large patio overloking water meadows

comfortable hotel - sitting opposite the beach - with a good choice of room types from budget to deluxe and many with scenic sea views

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

a homely seaside hotel situated a five-minute walk from the celebrated Boscombe Beach offers bright modern rooms and friendly service

perfectly placed hotel to enjoy all that Weymouth has to offer, the beach is opposite whilst the historic harbour, shopping and theatre are nearby

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

a welcoming, traditional pub, set in a peaceful village with a babbling stream running through the gardens, close to the famous Cerne Giant

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

a 16th century coaching inn blending original features with modern amenities

17th-century inn, retains flagstone floors, roaring fires and cosy alcoves, set in a picture-postcard village surrounded by Cranborne Chase scenery

after a recent update, this friendly village inn now offers contempory rooms and an informal restaurant that serves tasty, classic pub dishes

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

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

a family-owned hotel - owned for over 60 years by the same family - conveniently situated within an easy walk of the shops, beach and pier

with buses stopping nearby, this charming tavern offers a warm welcome and cosy rooms

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

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

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

a grand old-style hotel in a pleasant position on West Cliff near the beach and sea views, provides comfortable rooms and evening entertainment

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

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

with a 500 year history, this nautically-themed pub is just meters from the lively quayside

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

in Sherbourne, close to the abbey, a well-loved inn is characterized by its relaxed welcome, and also has elegant Georgian-style rooms and a suite

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

this traditional B&B has won accolades for its refurbished rooms, and enjoys a good location, a short walk from the centre, station and harbour

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

a family-run, value hotel with its own indoor pool, Solarium, Spa Bath and a games room, in the high season there is frequent entertainment

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

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

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

a good value hotel in the popular East Cliff area just a few minutes walk from the clifftop and paths down to the 7 miles of glorious sands

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

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

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

featuring live music on Fridays and Saturdays, this friendly inn with modern rooms is close to many of the town's attractions and amenities

recently renovated to a high standard, this smart inn provides stylish, spacious rooms. The coastal bus service stops outside the property

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

the restaurants and bars of Poole Hill are within a short walk of this traditional accommodation, there is a small garden for relaxing in

tasty Mediterranean and British food can be enjoyed in this traditional village inn which also offers elegant refurbished rooms and suites

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

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

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

a conveniently located guesthouse with friendly hosts and offering a good choice of breakfasts

renovated to offer a mellow rustic chic space and relaxed dining, this historic inn near Dorchester has luxurious rooms with their own entrance

with its seaside frontage, this period hotel offers traditional rooms with modernised facilities and is well placed for accessing attractions

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

in beautiful Dorset countryside on the edge of a small village near the Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door, a hospitable inn with cosy rooms

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

close to the BIC, pier, beach and town centre, this welcoming hotel - with well-appointed rooms - makes a good base for this vibrant resort

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

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

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

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

you can sleep comfortably in the refurbished modern rooms, and dine well, at this 17th century inn in the Dorset/Wiltshire border countryside

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

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

located right opposite Sherborne Abbey, this historic inn oozes charm and character

spacious, former hay barn - in countryside 2 miles from Sherborne - attractively renovated and offering stylish, well-appointed guest rooms

the guest rooms at this traditional pub are light, spacious and well maintained and are situated in the main building or in a coach house

country house B&B luxury at this period house next to the church in a pretty Saxon village; guests can enjoy a private patio and hot tub

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 Grade II listed building on the seafront with panoramic views across the bay

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

accommodation in well-appointed, boutique-style chalets is offered at this friendly campsite set in a tranquil spot, 3 miles from Weymouth

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