Best Luxury 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,"

In 4 acres of beautiful gardens, Summer Lodge features luxurious rooms, a leisure center and an award-winning restaurant. With free parking and free Wi-Fi, the hotel is 15 minutes from Yeovil. Rooms feature sumptuous fabrics and luxury bathrooms with toiletries, bathrobes and candles. Rooms also have tea and coffee facilities with homemade shortbread, and a plasma-screen satellite TV. Set in a Georgian manor house, Summer Lodge features an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. There is also a fitness center, tennis courts, croquet lawn and treatment rooms. The restaurant offers fine dining and a selection of rare wines. The guest lounges offer beverages and snacks, and feature open fires and antiques. Afternoon teas and cooked breakfasts are also available. Set in scenic Dorset countryside, Summer Lodge is just 30 minutes from the coast at Weymouth. Dorchester is a 20-minute drive away and Sherborne Castle can be reached in 25 minutes’ drive. Groups - When booking for more than 4 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply

- "Was a wonderfully relaxing stay" - "My favourite hotel" - "Sheer delight" - "A wonderful retreat to spend a long weekend, enjoy exceptional food and wine, exemplary service." - "Comfort and service as it used to be" - "Lovely summer break" - "Perfect summer break" - "Excellent hotel" - "Family get away" - "Beautiful English Hotel" - "A lovely celebration!" - "Special place for wonderful people" - "a lovely lovely stay!"

Just a few minutes' walk from Bournemouth beach, this hotel features rooms with hand-made furniture. The restaurant serves food made using local and organic produce. Boutique rooms each offer organic bed linen, a flat-screen TV and a sleek bathroom with a walk-in shower. Bathrooms also feature a natural stone basin and free luxury toiletries. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary bottle of water. The Arbor Restaurant serves a creative menu, and the wine list is fully organic. A cooked breakfast menu is available, as are afternoon teas and seasonal specials. The Green House uses natural materials where possible. Guests staying at the property receive discounted entry to a local gym 5 minutes' walk from The Green House. Bournemouth Rail Station is less than a mile away, and the town center is just 5 minutes' walk. The Pavilion Theater and Bournemouth Pier are both about 10 minutes' journey on foot. Parking is available on site at £10 per day and Electric vehicle charging available; usage fees apply.

- "Brilliant!" - "Great hotel, fantastic staff and top location" - "Great hotel." - "A Special Stay" - "Great hotel" - "Great place but weird bath fetish" - "Beautiful and cozy place in very close walking distance to the town center, beach, bus stops and St Oeter‘s church where" - "Great little Gem in Bournemouth" - "Staff were very helpful and professional. Hotel is extremely comfortable, quiet and peaceful. We had dinner and breakf"

Perfectly positioned at the water's edge, overlooking one of Dorset's most picturesque estuaries, Harbor Hotel & Spa Christchurch features a 2 AA-Rosette restaurant and a luxury modern spa. The Jetty Restaurant offers waterside views and an impressive contemporary design. With an international menu and Michelin-starred chefs, there is also an extensive wine list. The newly refurbished Christchurch Harbor Spa features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and treatment rooms. There is also a fully-equipped gym. Set in an impressive Victorian building, Christchurch Hotel is just 20 minutes from Bournemouth center. The beautiful Christchurch Harbor offers ferries to the Poole Harbor Islands, and Two Riversmeet Golf Club is a 5-minute drive away.

- "I'll be back" - "Lovely hotel, would stay again" - "Completely relaxed! Great food, amazing cocktails and really helpful and friendly staff!" - "An enjoyable experience" - "Relaxing Stay by the Harbour" - "Excellent , we will return" - "Great" - "Nice comfortable stay" - "Perfectly located for walks along the shore. Very enjoyable dinner and breakfast" - "An enjoyable and relaxing stay with great food and drink."

On the edge of the New Forest, the Lord Bute is in Highcliffe, just 10 miles from the town centre of Bournemouth. Offering luxurious 5-star accommodation and an award-winning restaurant, the guest house is just 20 minutes' drive from both Lymington and Brockenhurst. With free Wi-Fi, the stylish rooms have a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV, work desk and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom. Cooked breakfast is available daily. The Lord Bute restaurant serves a varied menu of traditional and modern cuisine, including award-winning Sunday lunches. There is also regular entertainment, including weekly dinner jazz and occasional cabaret nights. Beaulieu is a 30-minute drive from Lord Bute and the cathedral city of Salisbury is within 1 hour’s drive, along with Winchester and Shaftesbury. The guest house is also just 8 miles from Bournemouth Railway Station and 27 miles from Southampton Airport. Guests can explore the nearby Jurassic Coast.

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"

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.