Best Western Kings Arms
A traditional, non-smoking three-star hotel, the Kings Arms sits comfortably at the center of Dorchester. It takes up a lovely traditionally styled landmark building and is classically decorated to honor the history of the region. All of the 38 rooms have been refurbished and now include LCD television, no cost high-speed Internet, CD players and private bathrooms. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant, 24-hour reception, room service and wake-up calls. Several conference and meeting facilities are available along with an enthusiastic staff to help with arrangements or problems that may arise. Golf, bowling, hiking and several tourist attractions are nearby. Car rentals can be arranged for driving tours; bikes can be rented nearby for bike trips.
Best Western Kings Arms
30 High East Street
Dorchester, Dorset, DT11HF
+44 (0)1305 265353
kingsarmsdorchester.co.uk/
Summer Lodge Country House
Voted the "Hotel Guru" by the Telegraph in May 2009, the Summer Lodge Country House is a favorite of Dorchester tourists. The beautifully restored and stately Georgian style Manor fit perfectly with the quaint-styled village full of winding roads and thatched roofs. The hotel's guestrooms, suites and private cottages have all been individually designed and decorated using rich fabrics and handmade mattresses to bring visitors back in time. Each room includes fine linens, flat-screen television, satellite cable and DVD players. The hotel sits on four lush acres with tennis court, croquet lawn and a heated indoor pool. There is also 24-hour reception and room service, sauna and full service gym. Nearby is the famous beach at the Jurassic Coast, Abbotsbury Swannery and a natural cliff arch called Durdle Door.
Summer Lodge Country House
Evershot, nr Dorchester
Dorset, DT20JR
+44 (0)1935 482000
summerlodgehotel.co.uk/
Wessex Royale Hotel
A perfect location for a romantic getaway or a family vacation, the Wessex Royale has undergone an extensive extension and upgrade while retaining its original traditional charm. Now with added modern facilities, the hotel is better than ever. There are 27 luxurious and individually decorated rooms, all with private bathroom facilities, televisions with premier channels, direct dial telephones and available wireless Internet. The building was originally finished in 1756 and includes a grand staircase, classic paneling and several fireplaces. The grounds offer the Castle Gardens, perfect for weddings or other events, and the hotel is situated near several of Dorset's best tourist spots. The River Frome for fishing, Poole, the Jurassic Coast, golf, bowling and horseback riding are all located nearby.
Wessex Royale Hotel
32 High West Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1UP
+44 (0)1305 262660
wessexroyaledorchester.com/home/
