The Best Dorset Hotels

set in extensive grounds, this beautifully appointed, privately owned hotel offers a homely and relaxing atmosphere and stylish guest rooms

Regency style house, set in over an acre of grounds, a short stroll from the beach, offering a comfortable, traditional Jurrasic Coast base

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

Grade II listed building close to the beach, has elegant rooms with high ceilings and sash windows, and top quality beds and bathrooms

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

experience luxurious comfort in a breathtaking historical setting, at this fine Jacobean manor house - rooms are in the house or a restored barn

a fine Georgian hotel, set close to famous Gold Hill, retaining character features, combined with more contemporary styling and comforts

a perfect place to get away to simply relax and unwind, boutique hotel set in attractive, riverside gardens with elegant rooms and fine dining

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

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

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

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

this elegant hotel, set overlooking the castle ruins, blends original character with modern luxury and a relaxed and welcoming ambience

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

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

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

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

in the East Cliff area of Bournemouth, minutes from the beach, a traditional hotel with classically-decorated rooms and spacious communal areas

listed Edwardian manor house - built by King Edward VII for his mistress, Lilly Langtry - beautifully updated to offer sumptuous accommodation

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

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

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

a bright modern hotel a short stroll from the beach in the East Cliff area, with fine views; rooms are well equipped and the relaxing bar is a bonus

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

a quintessential country house escape with an intimate atmosphere, warm hospitality, luxurious guest rooms, fine dining and relaxing spa

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

a modern hotel set on the summit of Portland with scenic views in most directions over Weymouth Bay, Lyme Bay and Chesil Beach

a clean, modern hotel offering good value accommodation near to the town centre

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 stylish hotel, within walking distance of famous Lulworth Cove offering spacious, airy rooms, attentive and professional service and good food

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

set in a lovely garden in a quiet location, this hotel oozes charm and character

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

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

a traditional inn with a fascinating history and set in landscaped gardens

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

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

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

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

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

close to excellent walking and Eype Beach, this small family-run hotel enjoys a unique position, tucked down a lane near to the coast

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

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

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

smart, comfortable rooms with eye-catching colour schemes offer a restful retreat in this sympathetically restored inn serving tasty food

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

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

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

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

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

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

a magnificent inn built in 2016 in grand 19th century style, in the heart of the Duchy of Cornwall's Poundbury, has both character and comfort

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

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

a hotel in a Grade I listed Georgian building showcases its fine period charm throughout, and offers classic rooms, some with fine sea views

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

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

a charming 16th century hotel with many rustic features set in a quiet spot overlooking Chesil Beach which is reached in 3 minutes on foot

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

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

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

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

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

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

offers simple style - but comfortable - rooms that are well-equipped next door to the convivial bar and directly opposite the railway station

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

located just off the A35 on the outskirts of Christchurch, this welcoming accommodation provides a comfortable base from which to explore

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

with stylish rooms and an award winning modern menu, this is a good base for exploring

set in extensive gardens, this welcoming, historic hotel offers a choice of two restaurants

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

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 stylish and homely guesthouse with its own restaurant making an ideal base for touring

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

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

traditional, thatched inn set in a quiet hamlet, with luxury, well-appointed rooms and a menu that showcases the flavours of Dorset

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

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

a traditional and lively town centre pub offering simple style rooms, two bars, live televised sporting events and live music at the weekends

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

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

a countryside escape awaits at this stylish inn set amidst peaceful countryside, individually designed bedrooms come with country views

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

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

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

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

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

period rooms and glamorous bathrooms feature in a former coaching inn, whilst the restaurant/bar is located in a nearby sister property

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

idyllically located on the water's edge of this popular seaside town on the Jurassic Coast, stylish rooms with sea views and contemporary dining

stylish pub, dining room and bedrooms decorated in a classic colonial style situated in leafy Canford Cliffs close to the beach and Sandbanks

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

enjoy boutique luxury amidst the Dorset countryside at this elegant inn, the comfortable guest rooms are individually designed and furnished

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

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 17th century thatched inn with roaring fires, beams, comfy sofas and a modern British pub menu, now also offers smart well-equipped rooms

a traditionally furnished pub offering a good choice of real ales and home-cooked food

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

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

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

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

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

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

close to Monkey World and the Tank Museum, this golf resort hotel with modern lodge accommodation has a range of dining and leisure facilities

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

a traditional village pub offering comfortable rooms, some with 4-poster beds

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

former coaching inn, circa 1840, with a lively public bar and a large restaurant, decked out like a sailing ship, and cosy, comfy rooms

a celebrity theme runs throughout this good value for money hotel, there are images and artwork of famous people and a lively bar called Divaz

situated between Weymouth and Portland and close to the Rodwell Trail for cycling and walking offering simple, but comfy, guest rooms

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

traditional, community pub offering comfortable, well presented rooms - some with scenic views - situated 6 minutes walk from the town centre

grand Victorian hotel with character original features combined with more contemporary decor and facilities set in a prime seafront spot

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

a traditional pub serving pub grub and real ales, and located 1 minute's walk from the Abbey

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