Curated romantic hotels in Dorset

With a stay at New Inn in Ilminster, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Ilminster Parish Hall and The Warehouse Theatre. This property is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ilminster Library.

A stay at The Green House places you in the heart of Bournemouth, within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at The Kings Arms in Christchurch, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Poole Harbour and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

Located in Seaton, Masons Arms is by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Branscombe Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. This inn is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from Devon Cliffs Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Beer Quarry Caves.

This Georgian building is in Shaftesbury town centre. It is now a stylish hotel with free Wi-Fi and large rooms with luxury beds, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines.

The Grosvenor Arms maintains original features combined with modern décor. Its individually decorated rooms have an en suite bathroom, some with separate showers and roll-top baths.

There is a bar with open fireplace, as well as a courtyard terrace. The Grosvenor Arms' stylish restaurant serves breakfast every day. A modern menu is also available for dinner service from Monday to Saturday. Guests will also enjoy alfresco dining or enjoy pizza cooked by the wood-burning oven.

Located just 2 minutes' walk from Shaftesbury Abbey, the hotel is a short stroll from many restaurants and shops.

With a stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole in Poole (Poole Old Town), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Bournemouth International Centre. This eco-friendly hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 14 mi (22.5 km) from New Forest National Park.

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 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at Hornsbury Mill in Chard, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Donyatt Village Hall and Chard Museum. This guest house is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Chard Community Hospital and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Snowdon Park.

Located in Ilminster, The Flying Fish Stables is a 2-minute drive from Barrington Hill Meadows and 6 minutes from Donyatt Village Hall. This property is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Blackdown Hills and 4 mi (6.4 km) from The Warehouse Theatre.

When you stay at Harbour Hotel Christchurch in Christchurch, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This spa hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Poole Harbour.

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.

When you stay at The Langton Arms in Blandford Forum, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Chettle Play Park. This inn is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Wimborne Minster.

Nestled amidst stunning countryside, this 2AA Rosette award-winning late 18th century British pub is beautifully set in the heart of the ancient village of Corton Denham, on the Somerset/Dorset border.

Bedrooms have views of the rolling countryside and are individually designed in calm, neutral colours. All have contemporary bathrooms and Egyptian cotton linen.

Just 3 miles from the historic town of Sherborne, guests can visit the town’s castles, Abbey and boutique shops. Also in the area is Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site, which is just 45 minutes drive across the rolling Dorset Downs.

This Traditional, Family ran Hotel is set in the heart of Ilchester, Somerset, with 17 En-suite Bedrooms including Ground floor Disabled access, Family and our newest room 'The Cottage'.
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 Berkmann's Cellar to west country ciders and Costal Real Ales. A guaranteed something for everyone.

Located in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), The Orchid Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum and Bournemouth Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bournemouth Lower Gardens and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre.

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 Pier. This family-friendly inn is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

Located in Yeovil, Lanes Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Yeovil Country Park and 6 minutes from Huish Park. This spa hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ham Hill Country Park and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Montacute House.

Facing the beachfront, The Nici offers 4-star accommodation in Bournemouth and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Among the facilities at this property are a kids' club and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a shared lounge.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving British, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The Nici offers a terrace. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing.

The Nici can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.

Westcliff Beach is 600 metres from the hotel, while Bournemouth International Centre is 500 metres away. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km from the property.

With a stay at Park Central Hotel in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), you'll be steps from Bournemouth International Centre and 4 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Beach. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at Cliff House Hotel in Bournemouth, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Poole Harbour and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bournemouth Beach.