The Best Jurassic Coast Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation on or near the Jurassic Coast


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Mortons Manor

Corfe Castle

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

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individually decorated rooms, a comfy lounge and peaceful, manicured gardens combine to bestow a country house feel at the seaside

Lulworth Cove Inn

Lulworth Cove

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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

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

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

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offers award-winning cuisine featuring local produce and guest rooms with unique identities all set in an attractive 16th century building

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

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this fine Georgian residence, today an independent, family run hotel, sits in 2 acres of gardens and has direct access to The Byres riverside walk

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

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family-run hotel providing a homely, welcoming atmosphere set in a tranquil garden with terrace located a 5-minute walk from the centre

Mariners Hotel

Lyme Regis

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

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well placed for accessing the local, tourist, seaside facilities, a welcoming inn offering traditional, comfortable accommodation

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relax in the pleasant garden of this welcoming B&B with well-presented rooms and a convenient location a short stroll from the sea front

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a period town hotel that has been thoughtfully updated and now provides spacious, modern accommodation in a relaxing atmosphere

YHA

Swanage

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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

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 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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ideally located a pebble's throw from the beach and town centre, a family-run B&B offering comfortable, immaculate accommodation

The Nags Head

Lyme Regis

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

The George

West Bay

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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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elegant, individually decorated rooms feature at this handsome house - built from the local Portland stone - that sits in a sub-tropical garden

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high review scores have been awarded to this B&B in a picturesque thatched cottage, for the hospitality and beautifully decorated rooms

Tiger Inn

Bridport

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

Beggar's Knap

Dorchester

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close to the bustling town centre, yet offering a peaceful intimate stay in a character house with elegant, classically styled guest rooms

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a traditional inn offering simple, modern accommodation and conveniently placed for exploring the town and surrounding area

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in beautiful Dorset near Lulworth Cove, a picturesque thatched cottage offers a spacious annex room with a seating area and secluded garden

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modernised Victorian house located just 5 minutes on foot from the town centre featuring well-presented guest rooms and a pleasant garden

Bijou B&B

West Lulworth

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welcoming B&B with light and airy rooms situated a short stroll from the village pub and 10 minutes walk from Lulworth Cove via a footpath

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a highly-praised B&B, offering one spacious, stylish room with luxurious extras, enjoys a superb location just 5 minutes' drive from Lulworth Cove

Melbury B&B

Higher Bockhampton

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the hospitable owners of this picturesque cottage near Thomas Hardy's birthplace provide spacious, well-appointed rooms, and a tasty breakfast

Skerries B&B

Lyme Regis

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doors lead from the triple aspect room to a large balcony for admiring sea views, at this B&B in a quiet part of the historic coastal resort

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a cosy, period, bakehouse that has been sympathetically restored, whilst retaining its original charm, and now offers traditional styled rooms

Olivers

Corfe Castle

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in the heart of the historic village, the luxurious refurbished rooms in this former Victorian shop stylishly complement the rustic beams and timbers

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with pleasant, cosy rooms this well appointed guest house is ideally placed, just moments from the beach and town centre shops

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set in a period property on the edge of town, this quaint guesthouse, decorated in warm tones, offers cosy rooms with a friendly ambiance

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the spacious accommodation at this friendly guesthouse includes a seating area in each comfortable, well appointed room

Wheelwrights

Abbotsbury

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a mile from the Mute Swan Sanctuary, this charming, stone-built cottage houses a delightful B&B offering cosy rooms and generous breakfasts

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a cosy Victorian B&B enjoys a great location near the sandy beach of this Dorset seaside resort at the easterly end of the Jurassic coast

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in a pretty village near Lyme Regis, this detached house in gardens has high review scores for light, well-appointed rooms and a hearty breakfast

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14th century thatched Devon farmhouse retaining plenty of original features, guest rooms are cosy and inviting as is the delightful garden

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Wisteria-clad accommodation boasting elegant rooms decorated to a high standard; breakfast is prepared using locally sourced produce

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set close to the Coastal Path and priding themselves on the use of local produce, this friendly guesthouse offers pleasing accommodation

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a quaint, period cottage, in a pretty village, offering well appointed, cosy guest rooms and enjoy home made biscuits and a cup of tea on arrival

Kilreany

Sidford

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offering full kitchen facilities as well as limited breakfast, this no frills guesthouse offers simple, comfortable accommodation

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these quaint tea-rooms offer charmingly decorated rooms and a floral garden where guests may enjoy afternoon tea, a mile from Chesil Bank

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