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Moonfleet Manor
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Hotel in Weymouth · 12.36 km from centre

8.8

 

186 review

Breakfast available

When you stay at Moonfleet Manor in Weymouth, you'll be near the beach and 7 minutes by foot from Dorset and East Devon Coast. This family-friendly hotel is 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Durdle Door and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Bennetts Water Gardens.

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Gresham Guest House
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Hotel in Weymouth · 10.90 km from centre

9.6

 

502 review

Breakfast available

The Gresham is situated on the seafront in Weymouth, just 0.6 miles from Weymouth harbour.

The rooms have tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. There is free WiFi in all public area.

Weymouth Marina is 800 metres from The Gresham, while Sandsfoot Castle is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 47 km from the property.

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Moonfleet Manor Hotel
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Hotel in Weymouth · 12.33 km from centre

8.7

 

166 review

Breakfast available

Located on the Jurassic Coast, our Georgian manor is the perfect base for exploration – go on a fossil hunt, roam along the coastal path, and enjoy family activities at the Verandah.

Family Stays - At Moonfleet Manor, we're not just family-friendly, we're family-focused. Our hotel is a place where kids can explore, parents can unwind and families can reconnect, with a complimentary 90 minute session in our ofsted-registered kids club per nights stay (subject to availability)

Couple Stays - Spend your days strolling then return to our boltholes for a dip in the pool, spa treatments and seasonal dining.

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The Nici
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 38.91 km from centre

9.0

 

160 review

Breakfast available

A stay at The Nici places you in the heart of Bournemouth, within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Poole Harbour.

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The Cumberland Hotel - OCEANA COLLECTION
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 40.52 km from centre

7.6

 

990 review

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With a stay at The Cumberland Hotel - OCEANA COLLECTION, you'll be centrally located in Bournemouth – a 2-minute drive from Bournemouth International Centre and 14 minutes from New Forest National Park. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Poole Harbour.

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The Avon Causeway Hotel
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Inn in Hurn, Christchurch · 44.90 km from centre

8.8

 

562 review

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When you stay at The Avon Causeway Hotel in Christchurch, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre. This family-friendly inn is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

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Queens Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 40.23 km from centre

7.0

 

710 review

Breakfast available

With a stay at Queens Hotel & Spa Bournemouth, you'll be centrally located in Bournemouth – a 6-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre. This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Oceanarium and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bournemouth International Centre.

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The Kings Arms
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Hotel in Sherborne · 32.83 km from centre

8.8

 

245 review

Set in an elegant Edwardian building, The Kings Arms boasts traditional charm and period features. Situated in rural Dorset, the 5-star hotel offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and a celebrated restaurant.

The stylish bedrooms at The Kings Arms are individually decorated with luxury fabrics and period furniture. All rooms have a marble bathroom with a rain shower, free luxury toiletries and fluffy bathrobes. Rooms also have a flat-screen TV, DVD player and tea/coffee facilities.

The Kings Arms Restaurant serves a modern British menu in the impressive dining room, which overlooks the croquet lawn. The cosy bar features natural slate and oak floors, and offers real ales and large terrace. Full English breakfasts are served daily.

Surrounded by the magnificent Dorset countryside, The Kings Arms Hotel is a 10-minute drive from historical Sherborne Castle and Abbey. The market town of Yeovil can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive, and Stonehenge is a 40-minute drive away.

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Hermitage Hotel OCEANA COLLECTION
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.40 km from centre

8.0

 

970 review

Breakfast available

With a stay at Hermitage Hotel OCEANA COLLECTION, you'll be centrally located in Bournemouth, steps from Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Lower Gardens. This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre.

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Marsham Court Hotel
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.90 km from centre

8.2

 

866 review

Breakfast available

Located in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), Marsham Court Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This beach hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from New Forest National Park and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Poole Harbour.

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Hilton Bournemouth
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.17 km from centre

8.2

 

1,002 review

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With a stay at Hilton Bournemouth, you'll be centrally located in Bournemouth, just a 4-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 7 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Poole Harbour.

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The Rose & Crown In Trent
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Inn in Sherborne, Trent · 29.74 km from centre

9.6

 

10 review

The Rose & Crown In Trent features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Trent. This 5-star inn offers room service and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.

The units in the inn are equipped with a CD player. At The Rose & Crown In Trent every room has a private bathroom with a shower.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. Guests at The Rose & Crown In Trent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Trent, like fishing and cycling.

Golden Cap is 44 km from the inn, while Monkey World is 49 km away. Bristol Airport is 63 km from the property.

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Half Moon, Sherborne by Marston's Inns
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Inn in Sherborne · 26.52 km from centre

7.6

 

201 review

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With a stay at Half Moon, Sherborne by Marston's Inns in Sherborne, you'll be just steps from Sherborne Museum and Sherborne Abbey. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from St John's Almshouses and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Global Images Gallery.

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Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
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Inn in Poole · 33.12 km from centre

7.8

 

209 review

With a stay at Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns in Poole (Oakdale), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Poole Harbour and 9 minutes from Bournemouth International Centre. This inn is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

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Homestead
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Chalet in Lyme Regis · 35.26 km from centre

9.4

 

44 review

Featuring river views, Homestead offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around less than 1 km from Lyme Regis Front Beach. The property has garden and quiet street views, and is 11 km from Golden Cap. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Boasting a DVD player, the chalet has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 400 metres from the chalet, while Woodlands Castle is 43 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 44 km away.

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The Eastbury & Spa
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Hotel in Sherborne · 26.62 km from centre

8.7

 

324 review

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The Eastbury is a luxury Georgian country house style hotel and boutique spa with lovely gardens . The property is set in the heart of the lively historic town of Sherborne in the Dorset countryside. Secure parking is available.

Originally designed as an 18th-century Georgian gentleman’s residence, rooms at the accommodation are imbued with immense warmth and character and offer a home away from home feel. All rooms are individually decorated and include an en suite bathroom.

Guests at the property can enjoy exclusive use and choice of two lounges to relax in, a library and snooker room, beautiful walled gardens and private dining in a pod. Luxurious sofas, fresh flowers and a fireplace are included.

The Eastbury & Spa is operating as a luxury Bed & Breakfast. Please note that our restaurant is closed in the evenings. Local restaurants are available within walking distance.
We have made the decision to close our restaurant, offering an award-winning breakfast. We are working closely with our local restaurant in and around Sherborne to still offer our guests the best dining experience while visiting us.

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Louma Country Hotel
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Hotel in Bridport, Wootton Fitzpaine · 34.38 km from centre

9.8

 

20 review

Located in Wootton Fitzpaine, 10 km from Golden Cap, Louma Country Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe. Each room is equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette. Guest rooms in Louma Country Hotel are equipped with a hairdryer and an iPad.

The breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options.

The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace. Guests at Louma Country Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wootton Fitzpaine, like hiking.

Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 8.2 km from the hotel, while Woodlands Castle is 43 km away. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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Morlais Log Cabin
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Chalet in Lyme Regis · 35.84 km from centre

9.2

 

188 review

Located in Lyme Regis in the Dorset region, Morlais Log Cabin has a balcony. Guests can benefit from a terrace and a picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lyme Regis Front Beach is 1.4 km away.

This chalet with garden views features parquet floors, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the chalet. This chalet is allergy-free and non-smoking.

There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking nearby.

Golden Cap is 11 km from the chalet, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 48 km away. Exeter International Airport is 42 km from the property.

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The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset
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Inn in Ilchester · 36.40 km from centre

8.8

 

799 review

This Traditional, Family ran Hotel is set on the main road in the heart of Ilchester, Somerset, with 15 En-suite Bedrooms including a Superking/Twin, Family with Toddler Bunk Beds, Ground Floor and Single rooms.
The Hotel has a cosy Lounge, Garden, 2 function rooms, Bar and Restaurant. Serving Classic British Style Food using local, fresh ingredients for Lunch and Dinner Service.

The Hotel has lots of character including traditional windows and beams, with hints of nautical ornaments to fit in with Ilchester's Fleet Air Arms and Navy Base just a few minutes up the road in Yeovilton.
The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset has a wide range of drinks from its outstanding wine collection from Liberty Wine's to west country ciders and Costal Real Ales. A guaranteed something for everyone.

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The Walnut Tree Inn Mere
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Inn in Warminster, Mere · 43.08 km from centre

8.9

 

88 review

Located in Mere and with Longleat House reachable within 22 km, The Walnut Tree Inn Mere provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star inn offers room service. Longleat Safari Park is 22 km from the inn and Stonehenge is 35 km away.

The units in the inn are fitted with a coffee machine. All units in The Walnut Tree Inn Mere are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. Guests at The Walnut Tree Inn Mere will be able to enjoy activities in and around Mere, like fishing and cycling.

Salisbury Train Station is 40 km from the inn, while Salisbury Racecourse is 40 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 63 km from the property.

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