Curated luxury hotels in East Stour

Located in Sturminster Newton, The Crown at Marnhull is within a 15-minute drive of Sturminster Newton Mill and Shillingstone Railway Project. This inn is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Gartell Light Railway and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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.

Situated in Stourton and with Longleat House reachable within 17 km, Spread Eagle Inn features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is located 20 km from Longleat Safari Park, 37 km from University of Bath and 38 km from Bath Abbey. The inn has family rooms.

The rooms at the inn have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Spread Eagle Inn provides some rooms with garden views, and rooms include a kettle. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. At Spread Eagle Inn you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Guests at the inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stourton, like fishing and cycling.

Bath Spa Train Station is 39 km from Spread Eagle Inn, while The Roman Baths is 39 km from the property. Bristol Airport is 61 km away.

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.

Set in beautiful gardens with a tennis court and croquet, surrounded by fields and a stream with excellent walking and sightseeing nearby. Plumber Manor is a timeless hotel that boasts a restaurant which has been in the Good Food Guide for the last forty years. With free parking and WIFI, the hotel is 5 minutes from Sturminster Newton.

Bedrooms and bathrooms are very spacious with Molton Brown toiletries, tea and coffee facilities and homemade shortbread. There are flat-screen TVs and relaxing seating areas in all the rooms. 3 of our rooms are dog friendly so please call in advance to avoid disappointment.

Situated 3.3 km from Sturminster Newton, Plumber Manor Hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a tennis court and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can enjoy British dishes at the fine dining restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.

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.

Located in Blandford Forum, The Museum Inn is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Chettle Play Park and Larmer Tree Gardens. This hotel is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from New Forest National Park and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Vale of Allen Parish Council.

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.

Situated in Lower Chicksgrove, 2 miles from Tisbury, Compasses Inn offers accommodation with free parking, free Wi-Fi, a pub, and a restaurant. Salisbury is 12 miles away and the magnificent Salisbury Cathedral is 25 minutes’ drive from the property.

Each room at Compasses Inn features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms boast views of the countryside or farmland. Compasses Inn also has a self-catering cottage with charming, original features.

The award-winning restaurant serves British specialities and pub specials, such as steak and mushroom pie. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast served daily and made of locally sourced ingredients. Vegetarian options and special dietary requirements are also catered for upon request.

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.

Located in Salisbury, The Lamb Hindon is within a 15-minute drive of Messums Wiltshire and Gold Hill Museum. This upscale inn is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Wardour Castle and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Shearwater Lake.

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.

Located in Warminster, The George Inn is within a 15-minute drive of Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Longleat. This upscale inn is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs.