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Our top choices for Fontmell and Melbury Downs hotels

Terrace/patio
A traditional bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a chandelier above the bed.
A traditional room with wooden flooring, green upholstered chairs, a wooden table, and a bookshelf in the background.
A historic building with a sign reading "Crown Hotel," featuring a traditional brick facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

1. Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel
12.6 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Krisztina
€83
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Crown Hotel
A building with a green door, a wooden fence, and hanging flower baskets.
A traditional pub with a wooden exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and hanging flower baskets.
A wooden structure labeled "The Garden Kitchen Pizza & Grill" with a thatched roof and a variety of bottles on the counter.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

2. Greyhound Inn Freehouse

Greyhound Inn Freehouse
21.2 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Kelly
€86
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Greyhound Inn Freehouse
A garden with a pond, potted plants, and a thatched-roof building.
A traditional thatched-roof house with a wooden gate and a garden in front.
A bar area with a bartender, wooden bar counter, stools, and shelves of bottles.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a mirror, and a floral painting on the wall.

3. The Anvil Inn

The Anvil Inn
9.9 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Margaret
€75
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Anvil Inn
A coffee shop interior with a coffee machine, shelves with jars and mugs, and a sign for 'Hot Beverages'.
A picnic area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A bar area with wooden bar counter, two stools, and various bar tools.
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a leather couch, and a wooden table.

4. The Horton Inn

The Horton Inn
16.7 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
clive
€95
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Horton Inn
A breakfast setting with a croissant, coffee, and newspaper on a wooden table.
A bar area with stools, shelves of bottles, and a clock on the wall.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a reading chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A brick building with ivy covering the walls, a sign reading 'King John,' outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a chalkboard menu.

5. King John Inn

King John Inn
5.8 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Karina
€101
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
King John Inn
A large, two-story house with a prominent gabled roof and a covered porch.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, two sinks, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a car parked in front.

6. Manston Guest House

Manston Guest House
7.4 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Helen
€107
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Manston Guest House
A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a central entrance with a covered walkway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and outdoor seating areas.
A stone building with two windows and overgrown vegetation, including purple flowers and green leaves.
A window with a view of a garden and a potted plant with white flowers.
A formal dining room with multiple tables set for service, large windows with curtains, and wall-mounted lighting.

7. Plumber Manor

Plumber Manor
13.3 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
William
€246
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Plumber Manor
A rustic interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a brick wall.
A bedroom with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a window with a view, and three framed pictures on the wall.
A cozy room with a pink armchair, a small table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with a red patterned cushion.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a menu board.

8. The Bell & Crown

The Bell & Crown
16.5 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Thomas
€118
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Bell & Crown
A snow-covered outdoor area with a sign for 'Hollbrook B&B' and a brick structure.
A hallway with a white railing, a red carpet, a white ceiling light, and a window with floral curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a door.
A breakfast plate with toast, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms, and sausages.

9. Holbrook B&B

Holbrook B&B
5 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
timothy
€112
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Holbrook B&B
A traditional stone building with a thatched roof and a wooden bench in the courtyard.
A dimly lit interior with a table, a candle, and a sign for 'LYONS TEA'.
A traditional thatched-roof cottage with a stone exterior, a small garden, and picnic tables.
A bay window with a view of a garden and a distant house.

10. The Compasses Inn

The Compasses Inn
13.9 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
Germany
Kirsten
€162
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Compasses Inn
A formal building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a white door, and a small set of stone steps leading up to the entrance.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and arched windows.
A covered outdoor area with a gravel floor, white columns, and hanging flower baskets.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a table with glasses and a bottle, and a wicker basket.

11. Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel
3.9 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Tony
€91
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel
A wooden cabin with a sliding door, a small patio with a table and chairs, and two potted plants.
A chalkboard menu listing specials and prices for starters and mains at a restaurant.
A vintage car with a wooden interior parked in front of a stone building with multiple windows and flower boxes.
A window with a view of a wooden structure and a stone wall, with a wicker chair visible outside.

12. The Benett Arms

The Benett Arms
8.1 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Stephanie
€138
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Benett Arms
Room
A cozy dining area with wooden furniture, a stone wall, and artwork on the walls.
A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A traditional building with a sign reading 'The George Inn.'

13. George Inn, Mere

George Inn, Mere
15.3 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Helen
€130
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
George Inn, Mere
A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and a small garden area.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a window with curtains.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence.
A cozy room with a table set for breakfast, a bench with cushions, and a view of a wooden fence through the windows.

14. Lodbourne Farmhouse

Lodbourne Farmhouse
11.2 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Sarah
€163
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Lodbourne Farmhouse
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, built-in appliances, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a painting of a lion on the wall.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio, a small table with a bowl, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with blinds.
A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and folded towels on a wooden nightstand.

15. Little Haven

Little Haven
14.2 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United States
Robert
€601
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Little Haven
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and a chandelier.
A room with a table displaying ceramic pitchers, a vase with flowers, a lamp with a rabbit design, and wall sconces.
A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, a radiator, and a TV on the wall.
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16. The Crown at Marnhull

The Crown at Marnhull
10 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Sylvester
€142
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Crown at Marnhull
A kitchen with a wooden table, chairs, and a view of a garden through glass doors.
A wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in sink.
A bathroom with a window, a wooden bench, and two towels on it.

17. Apple Tree Cottage

Apple Tree Cottage
9.8 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Daniel
€507
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Apple Tree Cottage
A bar area with copper beer taps, a cash register, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A bathroom with dark blue tiles, a chrome showerhead, and a soap dispenser on a shelf.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, and two bedside lamps.
A neatly made bed with pillows and rolled towels, two framed botanical prints on the wall, and bedside lamps on a wooden nightstand.

18. The Fox Inn

The Fox Inn
19.7 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Steven
€130
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Fox Inn
A rustic interior with stone walls, wooden beams, and a fireplace. Tables are set for dining with candles and glasses.
A glass of beer with a label that reads "RUDE GIANT BREW CO."
A window with a view of greenery outside, a brick wall, and a wooden bench inside.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

19. The Queen's Head

The Queen's Head
16.8 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
Canada
Josephine
€105
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Queen's Head
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf with toiletries, and a framed picture above the bed.
A modern bathroom with a large round sink, a mirror, a window with a plant, and a bathtub.
A clear glass vase with a bouquet of flowers on a windowsill, next to a stack of books.
A stone building with three windows and a door, a bench, and a bicycle.

20. The Nog Inn

The Nog Inn
19.7 km from Fontmell and Melbury Downs
United Kingdom
Debbie
€144
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Nog Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Fontmell and Melbury Downs

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Crown Hotel
9.4
Exceptional
202 reviews
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A building with a green door, a wooden fence, and hanging flower baskets.
Greyhound Inn Freehouse
9.4
Exceptional
26 reviews
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A garden with a pond, potted plants, and a thatched-roof building.
The Anvil Inn
9.0
Wonderful
159 reviews
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A coffee shop interior with a coffee machine, shelves with jars and mugs, and a sign for 'Hot Beverages'.
The Horton Inn
8.8
Excellent
76 reviews
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A breakfast setting with a croissant, coffee, and newspaper on a wooden table.
King John Inn
9.0
Wonderful
83 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Fontmell and Melbury Downs

A close-up of a dish with sliced meat, greens, and a creamy sauce.
A dining area with tables set for a meal, chairs with patterned upholstery, and a view of greenery through the windows.
A spacious living room with a bar area, featuring sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large mirror.
A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a statue.

La Fleur de Lys

La Fleur de Lys
Shaftesbury
€178
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
La Fleur de Lys
A breakfast setting with a croissant, coffee, and newspaper on a wooden table.
A bar area with stools, shelves of bottles, and a clock on the wall.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a reading chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A brick building with ivy covering the walls, a sign reading 'King John,' outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a chalkboard menu.

King John Inn

King John Inn
Salisbury
€101
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
King John Inn
A wooden cabin with a sliding door, a small patio with a table and chairs, and two potted plants.
A chalkboard menu listing specials and prices for starters and mains at a restaurant.
A vintage car with a wooden interior parked in front of a stone building with multiple windows and flower boxes.
A window with a view of a wooden structure and a stone wall, with a wicker chair visible outside.

The Benett Arms

The Benett Arms
Shaftesbury
€138
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Benett Arms
Terrace/patio
A traditional bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a chandelier above the bed.
A traditional room with wooden flooring, green upholstered chairs, a wooden table, and a bookshelf in the background.
A historic building with a sign reading "Crown Hotel," featuring a traditional brick facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel
Blandford Forum
€83
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Crown Hotel
A stone building with a steeply pitched roof and a chimney.
A grassy field with a stone structure and a bench.
A bedroom with two beds, a window with a patterned valance, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door.
A living room with a fireplace, a green sofa, a beige sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

2 bedroom accommodation in Sturminster Newton

2 bedroom accommodation in Sturminster Newton
Sturminster Newton
€541
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
2 bedroom accommodation in Sturminster Newton
A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a central entrance with a covered walkway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and outdoor seating areas.
A stone building with two windows and overgrown vegetation, including purple flowers and green leaves.
A window with a view of a garden and a potted plant with white flowers.
A formal dining room with multiple tables set for service, large windows with curtains, and wall-mounted lighting.

Plumber Manor

Plumber Manor
Sturminster Newton
€246
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Plumber Manor
A two-story building with a blue storefront labeled "The Dorsel Store."
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.
A historic church with a tall tower, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with rocks and pathways.
A living room with a sofa, a vase with yellow flowers, a basket with magazines, and a wooden table.

A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.

A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.
Shaftesbury Dorset
€144
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.
A coastal landscape with a curved bay, cliffs, and a beach.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, two black leather sofas with orange cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with a black door, a small window, and a white appliance labeled BEKO.
A traditional building with a gravel courtyard, wooden fences, and multiple windows.

Rowdens Barn

Rowdens Barn
Blandford Forum
€474
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Rowdens Barn

Top Fontmell and Melbury Downs Hotel Reviews

A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.

A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.

10/10 Excellent
"A very clean, comfortable and well equiped home that met all our needs and exceeded our expectations. And excellent communication."
Tim S. 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.
La Fleur de Lys

La Fleur de Lys

10/10 Excellent
"We had 5 nights at this gorgeous hotel. Everything about it was good, staff and owners, food excellent, the rooms spot on. Village centre minutes away and very pleasant. We would highly recommend a stay, you won't be disappointed."
Richard 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
La Fleur de Lys
17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

10/10 Excellent
"Everything matched expectations. The Music Room is a delightful getaway within easy reach of town, yet quiet and comfortable."
Ian M. 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset
3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury

3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful cottage, in a quiet road but just round the corner to the center of Shaftesbury. Hope to come back in the near future."
Margherita Saccomani
Posted 4 months ago
3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury
Magna Cottage, Ashmore, Shaftesbury , Dorset

Magna Cottage, Ashmore, Shaftesbury , Dorset

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful cottage, well-appointed, great walking, bird chorus amazing"
June L. 4-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Magna Cottage, Ashmore, Shaftesbury , Dorset

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8.2/10 (14 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fontmell and Melbury Downs?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Fontmell and Melbury Downs, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Fontmell and Melbury Downs?
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fontmell and Melbury Downs. Other good choices within a few miles include The Grove Arms and La Fleur de Lys.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Fontmell and Melbury Downs?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Fontmell and Melbury Downs.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fontmell and Melbury Downs, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Fontmell and Melbury Downs.
What can I see and do near Fontmell and Melbury Downs?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Create some family memories at Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Larmer Tree Gardens. You might plan a visit to Melbury Vale Winery or Rushmore Golf Club while you're in the area.