Best Boutique Hotels in Dorset

With open views of the surrounding Dorset countryside, Priory Wareham is nestled within 4 acres of English cottage gardens beside the River Frome. Free WiFi is provided, along with an on-site restaurant. Each guest room comes with an private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. A full English breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed at the hotel, which also features a wine cellar housing 200 vintages. Lunch is served in the Garden Room but can also be enjoyed ‘alfresco’ on the terrace in the warmer months. The picturesque Lulworth Cove and Studland Beach can both be reached in a 20-minute drive. The hotel lies within the ancient market town and port of Wareham, which features Saxon town walls dating back to the 9th Century. Corfe Castle ruins and the village of Corfe are a 5-minute drive away.

- "Beautiful building with incredible food and drink" - "A delightful hotel in a great location." - "as above." - "Very relaxing!" - "Wonderful!!" - "Fabulous location, wonderful staff, incredible cuisine a spell binding experience I'll be repeating" - "A beautiful experience" - "Absolutely excellent! Heavenly." - "Very relaxing." - "It was everything we expected and wanted it to be for a special occasion,"

This former 16th-century boutique coaching inn is set in the scenic market town of Bridport. The Bull Hotel offers an on-site restaurant, located 2 miles from West Bay, home of the popular British television series, Broadchurch. Rooms at The Bull Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, 1600 pocket-sprung mattresses, Nespresso machines and Bramley toiletries. Some rooms feature a roll-top bath, four-poster bed or scenic views of Bridport. Breakfast includes yogurt, cereals, pastries, home-made bread and fruit, followed by hot options including Eggs Benedict and kippers. The Bull Hotel is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, with a mix of classic and contemporary British dishes to savor and in the Venner Cocktail Bar you can experience a wide range of cocktails. The property is well located for walkers, and information on other local attractions can be provided. A great base for exploring the Dorset Jurassic Coast, The Bull Hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Lyme Regis.

Located in Poole, The Canford offers stylish accommodations with free WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking free of charge. The accommodations features an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as a lounge and a garden with a terrace. Rooms at The Canford have a writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom fitted with either a bathtub or a shower. A variety of menu options are offered on the property's à-la-carte restaurant, which consists of a conservatory dining area. Guests can unwind in the bar or on the garden terrace with a drink. The Canford is located 0.9 mi from Poole's Harbor, 3.7 mi from the Sandbanks and 2.8 mi from Brownsea Castle. Bristol Airport is 55 mi away.

- "We have stayed at the Canford several times and it never disappoints. Breakfast is excellent." - "The Cranford just get it, the people are first class and brilliantly trained." - "Every enjoyable" - "Would stay again but attention to detail needed in rooms." - "Great Hotel with a Pub" - "Enjoyable subject to previous comments." - "Lovely stay and after a small issue with evening meal which we were compensated for at end of stay overall great stay"

Just 2 minutes from Lyme Regis shops and beach, Lyme Townhouse has charming refurbished rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms. Continental breakfasts and selected hot items are included. Lyme's spectacular fossil beaches are within easy walking distance. Lyme Townhouse has a secure digital entry system, offering flexible check-in for guests. Parking on Pound Street is unrestricted overnight from 16:00-09:00. For longer stays, there is a public car park just 427 feet away.

- "Comfy, with luxury elements definitely will return ." - "Very comfortable and clean accommodation in a gift location."

Nestled in the quiet village of West Lulworth, Limestone Hotel is a stylish country house with free parking, a restaurant, and easy access to both Dorset countryside and the Jurassic coastline. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lulworth Cove is half a mile from the property. Each room at Limestone Hotel features free Wi-Fi, an private bathroom, and a TV. Some rooms also boast views of the Dorset countryside. A hearty breakfast, which included a full English option, is served daily and it is included in the room rate. Listed by “Visit Britain” as one of the top 10 natural wonders of the UK, Durdle Door is 1 and half mile away. Both Dorchester and Weymouth can be reached in 25 minutes’ drive from the hotel.

- "Staff friendly, food lovely, area beautiful" - "Beautiful experience all round" - "Felt like a very special treat. Perfect hotel and location just beautiful." - "Really enjoyable." - "Awesome"

Overlooking Weymouth Bay, No. 98 Boutique Hotel is a newly refurbished Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with free WiFi access. All rooms include a TV as well as an ensuite shower room, complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer and complimentary tea and coffee/refreshment tray. All rooms have crisp white bed linen and fluffy white towels and have been refurbished in blue and green accents which beautifully reflect the seascape directly beyond our front door. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage. From the property Nothe Fort is a 9-minute journey on foot and Weymouth Sealife Park is 1.2 miles away. Portland Bill Lighthouse is a 24-minute journey by car. The train station is a two minute walk. This is our guests' favorite part of Weymouth, according to independent reviews.

Historic Setting: Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant in Lyme Regis is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, sea or garden views, and amenities such as bathrobes, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves local, international, and European cuisines, offering brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, and full English options. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the outdoor play area, and utilize the bar and coffee shop. Convenient Location: Located 28 mi from Exeter International Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Lyme Regis Front Beach and close to attractions like Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.