Dorchester Historic Hotels, England: Dorchester Hotel Guide

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

A living room with blue sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a cabinet.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofas, and a television.

1. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

Ilminster

Kirsty C.

A spacious kitchen with a wooden dining table, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden countertops, and a wine rack.

A large stone house with a sloped roof, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

€2,221

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coastal beach with a pier extending into the sea, a clear sky, and a few people walking along the shore.

A house with a swimming pool at night, illuminated by blue and green lights.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a central island with bar stools.

A dining area with a table set for four, a sofa, and a TV in the background.

3. Pamper Home Hot Tub & Sauna Ladies Retreat Hen Parties

Ferndown

€1,276

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A wooden hot tub with a chimney, surrounded by stone walls and a tree.

A stone house with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a white picket fence.

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a red clawfoot bathtub, and a wooden nightstand with drawers.

4. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

Anonymous traveller

A modern dining area with a long table, white chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A traditional stone house with a steeply pitched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A stone house with a covered patio and a lawn.

5. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)

Ilminster

Nelson A.

€2,426

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a magazine on a small table.

A sign for Orchard Cottage with a stone building in the background.

A traditional stone house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a door.

6. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

"This is an amazing property………Classic somerset cottage equipped with all modern conveniences. Super quiet (well a few tractors collecting the harvest!). We all slept very well. It takes 30 mins to walk into Ilminster along a country trail past Dillington Hall for those that like a good walk. About 8 mins by car. We made day trips to the Haynes motor museum (amazing if you are a car buff…..some days they bring cars out of the museum and you can ‘poke around’ at them) and to Lyme Regis, which has...

Paul F.

€1,230

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A seaside terrace with tables and chairs, a cannon, and a view of the sea.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall clock.

A pink building with white trim and multiple windows, a curved corner section, and a small balcony with a metal railing.

A narrow alley with a stone wall, a small stream, and a building with a window and metal railing.

7. Riverdance Cottage

Lyme Regis

Martin

€585

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a mirror, and a bedside lamp.

A stone house with a thatched roof, surrounded by a gravel driveway and lush greenery.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

8. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

anna w.

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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Dorchester?

Significant historical sites in Dorchester are probably a big part of your travel plans. During your visit, why not check out the museums and countryside? And also relish a stop at the lively bars in this quaint area.

What's the best accommodation in Dorchester that's close to historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location is a top country house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features on-site laundry facilities and in-room kitchens. Lulworth Castle is a short 19-minute drive away. If you're interested in local history, another choice for your stay is 4 bedroom stunning rural position near Jurassic coast !.

How many historical hotels are located in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, there are 412 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the must-see historical sites and other places to visit in Dorchester?

Dorchester is notable for landmarks like Hardy's Cottage, Maumbury Rings and Roman Town House. Cultural venues include Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Dinosaur Museum and Sculpture by the Lakes. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope and Weymouth Bay.

What is a historic hotel like in Dorchester?

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay someplace that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Dorchester, bringing the history to life.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Do historic hotels in Dorchester have modern facilities?

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Dorchester, you won't be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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Our top choices for Dorchester historic hotels

1. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

2. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

3. Pamper Home Hot Tub & Sauna Ladies Retreat Hen Parties

4. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

5. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)