Dorchester Hotel Guide - Family Friendly Hotels in Dorchester, England

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Our top choices for Dorchester family-friendly hotels

The Red Lion

The Red Lion
3.0 star property
Dorchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (240)
"Clean, comfortable and a super friendly welcome. Abundant parking. Lovely pub restaurant."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
The Red Lion

The Manor House

The Manor House
3.5 star property
Dorchester
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (508)
"It was a beautiful place to stay, breakfast was wonderful and we could have dinner as well at the restaurant. Staff were amazing and friendly. Travelling around was good and lots to do."
United Kingdom
Shane
The Manor House

George Albert Hotel & Spa

George Albert Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Dorchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (489)
"Lovely hotel very nice place rooms was soo nice and clean "
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
George Albert Hotel & Spa

Mill House

Mill House
3.0 star property
Dorchester
The price is €1,268
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Mill House

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
3.0 star property
Dorchester
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (558)
"Very pleasant stay"
United States
Russell
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

The Oak at Dewlish

The Oak at Dewlish
3.5 star property
Dorchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Comfortable rooms, friendly staff and a good breakfast."
United Kingdom
Joseph
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
The Oak at Dewlish

Greyhound Inn

Greyhound Inn
3.5 star property
Dorchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (311)
"Very pleasant mine host and friendly breakfast cook; comfortable room; (but bathroom daddy longlegs spider by wash-basin could perhaps have been rehoused). A nice overnight stay at a reasonable price"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Greyhound Inn

The Brewers Arms

The Brewers Arms
3.0 star property
Dorchester
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
"This is a welcoming local inn with good rooms and a lovely garden area. We ate here in the evening and also had a cooked breakfast the next morning. Both meals were well cooked and reasonably priced. This was our second stay here and we will visit again when in the area."
United Kingdom
Vivien
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
The Brewers Arms

The Fox Inn

The Fox Inn
3.0 star property
Dorchester
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (273)
"Clean & friendly with good food and a nice bar"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Fox Inn

The New Inn

The New Inn
3.0 star property
Dorchester
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155)
"A quaint and friendly country Inn, restaurant and bar on site, off street parking. "
United States
James
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The New Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What's Dorchester like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Dorchester is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The museums, archaeological sites and coffee shops are just a few things that make this an attractive family holiday destination. Take to the air and fly into Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is located 27 mi (43.5 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Dorchester?
The Manor House is a hotel with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday.
How many family hotels should I expect to find in Dorchester?
Expedia has 5 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Dorchester.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Dorchester?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Dorchester is 818 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Dorchester?
While you are visiting Dorchester, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Hardy's Cottage.
What's the best way for us to get around Dorchester?
If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Dorchester West Station, Dorchester South Station or Moreton Station. Dorchester might not have very many public transport options, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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