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

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in an elevated spot overlooking the town and coastline, a refined and most elegant hotel with relaxing facilities and award-winning cuisine

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

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a charming 14th century inn with beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and fireplaces located just 10 minutes walk from Branscombe Beach

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

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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

Yalbury Cottage

Lower Bockhampton

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

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a castellated entrance, on the seafront, and well-manicured lawns and gardens greet guests at this elegant and traditional seaside hotel

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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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set amidst 14 acres of beautiful Devon countryside yet only a short drive from the coast; stay in traditional, elegant guest rooms or cottages

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elegant seaside getaway, close to Sidmouth's beaches, with stylish rooms, relaxing and rejuvenating spa and glorious views over the coast

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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

Limestone Hotel

West Lulworth

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

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a thatched, roadside inn located between Honiton and Exeter providing a comfy and accommodating respite for weary travellers

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historic, Grade I listed hotel set in pleasant grounds, guest rooms are elegant and traditional in style and retain character features

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

Knoll House

Studland

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

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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

The Manor House

West Bexington

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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

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

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

Castle Inn

West Lulworth

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

The Lugger Inn

Chickerell

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

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

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features three guest rooms furnished to a high standard that are set in a converted stable block separate from the main bar and restaurant

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

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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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

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

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just a mile from Chesil Beach, this friendly village inn serves English cuisine in a conservatory, and offers comfy, neutrally decorated rooms

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

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Beer

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an Arts and Crafts house set on the fringes of Beer, featuring simple accommodation, a cosy TV lounge, drying room and shared kitchen

The Smugglers Inn

Osmington Mills

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

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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a hostelry since 1739, this iconic inn blends style with character; one of the spacious rooms has a sea view, and breakfast is much-praised

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a thatched inn dating from the 16th century located on the town's fringes and offers traditionally styled rooms that are well-appointed

The Red Lion

Winfrith Newburgh

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

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set in a period, thatched property, this charming inn, with comfortable accommodation, offers a relaxing stay in a picturesque spot

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enter a warm and relaxed environment at this friendly inn that offers light and airy, modern rooms and live entertainment evenings

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self-contained B&B rooms, comfortable and well-equipped, in the flowery garden of a pretty inn near a river; tasty, locally sourced food is served

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

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

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