Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester puts you in the heart of Dorchester, within steps of Borough Gardens and The Keep Military Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include free in-room WiFi. .The restaurant, Room To, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Dorchester hotel, attractions include Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour.
What's nearby
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 3 min walk
Roman Town House - 4 min walk
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive
Maiden Castle - 5 min drive
Hardy's Cottage - 7 min drive
Getting around
Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 98 min drive
Restaurants
The Royal Oak - 3 min walk
Convivial Rabbit - 4 min walk
Costa Coffee - 6 min walk
Top O Town Car Park - 3 min walk
The King's Arms - 4 min walk
About this property
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and room service (during limited hours). Event space at this hotel measures 818 square feet (76 square metres) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.
This Georgian Dorchester hotel is smoke free.
1 building
27 guestrooms or units
3 levels
818 sq ft of conference space
76 sq. m of conference space
Built in 1756
Conference space
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee in lobby
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Wedding services available
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester offers 27 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.
Languages
English, French
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Street parking available
Limited on-site parking
Food and drink
Weekday English breakfast available 7:00 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 10 for children
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Room To
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Wedding services
Business services
818 square feet of conference space
Meeting room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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3 floors
Banquet hall
Building
Built in 1756
Georgian architecture
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 16 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
Onsite parking is limited.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester on 6 May 2024 start from NZ$170.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Are there any beaches close to Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
The closest beach to Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester is Weymouth Beach (11.7 km).
What makes Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester.
Does Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester serve breakfast?
Yeah, guests speak well of the English brekkie here!
Served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
No, Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester?
No, only service animals are allowed.
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