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Kirei - Studio Apartment 2 Minutes From Beach
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Hotel in Bournemouth · 38.62 km from centre

    With a stay at this apartment in Bournemouth (West Cliff), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Durley Chine Beach and Bournemouth Beach. This apartment is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from New Forest National Park and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Bournemouth International Centre.

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    East Coast in Bournemouth
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    Hotel in Bournemouth · 39.19 km from centre

      With a stay at this apartment in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 6 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Beach. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Oceanarium and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre.

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      Poole Harbour View Lodge at Rockley Park
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      Lodge in Poole · 28.73 km from centre

        10.0

         

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        With a stay at Poole Harbour View Lodge at Rockley Park in Poole, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Lake North Beach. This lodge is 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from New Forest National Park and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

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        Avalon House Bed and Breakfast
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        Bed and breakfast in Castle Cary · 41.55 km from centre

          9.9

           

          35 reviews

          Located 38 km from Longleat Safari Park, Avalon House Bed and Breakfast offers a garden, and accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

          All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes, bath and shower. A fridge and kettle are also featured.

          A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast.

          Avalon House Bed and Breakfast offers an outdoor fireplace.

          Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.

          Longleat House is 39 km from the accommodation, while Bath Spa Train Station is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, 45 km from Avalon House Bed and Breakfast.

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          Stylish Flat in Yeovil Somerset
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          Apartment in Yeovil · 28.79 km from centre

            9.9

             

            37 reviews

            Located 10 km from Sherborne Old Castle, 38 km from Stourhead and 40 km from Woodlands Castle, Stylish Flat in Yeovil Somerset provides accommodation situated in Yeovil. The property is around 40 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, 41 km from Athelhampton House and 44 km from Wells Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Golden Cap is 39 km away.

            The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

            The breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian options and warm dishes and juice are being served. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area.

            Bristol Airport is 67 km away.

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            Feel at home apartment,central & close to beach!
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            Apartment in Boscombe, Bournemouth · 40.60 km from centre

              7.0

               

              8 reviews

              Feel at home apartment, central & close to beach! is set in the Boscombe district of Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 12 km from Poole Harbour and 32 km from Monkey World. The property is situated 38 km from Beaulieu, 44 km from Salisbury Cathedral and 45 km from Salisbury Train Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Eastcliff Beach is 1.8 km away.

              The apartment with a terrace and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

              Salisbury Racecourse is 49 km from the apartment. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km away.

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              Old Inn Pods
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              Capsule hotel in Wincanton, North Cheriton · 36.45 km from centre

                9.6

                 

                16 reviews

                Set in North Cheriton, 32 km from Longleat House, Old Inn Pods offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

                The units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Guest rooms at the capsule hotel are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen.

                Old Inn Pods offers a Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast.

                Longleat Safari Park is 34 km from the accommodation. Bristol Airport is 55 km away.

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                River Cottage HQ
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                Farm stay in Axminster, Musbury · 39.38 km from centre

                  10.0

                   

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                  Boasting a garden and views of garden, River Cottage HQ is a farm stay set in a historic building in Musbury, 15 km from Golden Cap. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

                  All units are fitted with an oven, toaster, a kettle, a shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with kitchenware. At the farm stay, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

                  Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 46 km from the farm stay, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 10 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 40 km away.

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                  Bay View Guest House
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                  Guest house in Beer · 46.12 km from centre

                    9.4

                     

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                    Situated in Beer, just less than 1 km from Seaton Beach, Bay View Guest House features beachfront accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. It is set 28 km from Golden Cap and provides luggage storage space. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 30 km away and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 16 km from the guest house.

                    At the guest house, every unit comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house offers some units with sea views, and the units have a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

                    A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available.

                    Powderham Castle is 41 km from the guest house, while Woodlands Castle is 48 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 28 km away.

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                    Starre Barn
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                    Holiday home in Beer · 46.40 km from centre

                      10.0

                       

                      3 reviews

                      Set in Beer in the Devon region, with Seaton Beach nearby, Starre Barn offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 30 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 15 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 41 km from Powderham Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 27 km from Golden Cap.

                      With 1 bedroom, this holiday home has a terrace, a living room and a flat-screen TV.

                      Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                      Woodlands Castle is 47 km from Starre Barn. Exeter International Airport is 28 km from the property.

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                      2 Bed in Seaton oc-mbbri
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                      Apartment in Seaton · 44.29 km from centre

                        10.0

                         

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                        Situated in Seaton in the Devon region, with Seaton Beach nearby, 2 Bed in Seaton oc-mbbri features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 32 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 12 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 43 km from Powderham Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Golden Cap.

                        The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                        Guests at 2 Bed in Seaton oc-mbbri will be able to enjoy activities in and around Seaton, like cycling.

                        Exeter International Airport is 31 km from the property.

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                        The Thomas Tripp Pub - The Tripp Upstairs - Two Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of Christchurch
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                        Apartment in South Coast, Christchurch · 46.38 km from centre

                          8.1

                           

                          12 reviews

                          Situated 8.2 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 19 km from Poole Harbour and 31 km from Beaulieu, The Thomas Tripp Pub - The Tripp Upstairs - Two Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of Christchurch features accommodation set in Christchurch. The property is located 38 km from The Mayflower Theatre, 38 km from Southampton Guildhall and 39 km from Southampton Cruise Terminal. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Southbourne Beach is 2.3 km away.

                          The 2-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                          Salisbury Cathedral is 42 km from the apartment, while Monkey World is 42 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 6 km away.

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                          The Grockle Hide
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                          Hotel in Seaton · 44.40 km from centre

                            9.3

                             

                            4 reviews

                            The Grockle Hide is situated in Seaton, 25 km from Golden Cap, 33 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, as well as 11 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Seaton Beach.

                            This holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                            Powderham Castle is 44 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 31 km from The Grockle Hide.

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                            The Grove Arms
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                            Inn in Shaftesbury, Ludwell · 38.59 km from centre

                              9.2

                               

                              5 reviews

                              Set in Ludwell, 26 km from Salisbury Racecourse, The Grove Arms offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 28 km of Salisbury Train Station. This pet-friendly inn also has free WiFi.

                              A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the inn.

                              Salisbury Cathedral is 29 km from The Grove Arms, while Old Sarum is 30 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 38 km away.

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

                                10.0

                                 

                                4 reviews

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                                With a stay at The Eastbury Hotel & Spa in Sherborne, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Sherborne Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Global Images Gallery. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Sherborne Abbey and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre.

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                                Belmont House Beer - Adults Only - Free Parking
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                                Guest house in Beer · 46.25 km from centre

                                  7.1

                                   

                                  170 reviews

                                  Situated in the Devon fishing village of Beer, Belmont House offers adult-only accommodation, just a 2-minute walk to the sea front and just off the main high street. Free guest parking is available adjacent to the property. A car pass is provided on arrival with keys.

                                  Originally a flint fisherman’s cottage, the 200 year old guest house is located on Devon’s Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

                                  Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and each room has an flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy the pretty front garden terrace.

                                  A wide variety of cafes, pubs and restaurants can be found within 1-minute walk of the guesthouse, including a pub which features a beer garden overlooking the beach.

                                  Seaton Jurassic Visitor Attraction and Museum can be reached within just 3 miles from Belmont House Beer. Popular nearby activities, include walking the South West Coast Path, fishing and boat trips.

                                  Boats and Beach huts can be hired nearby or guests can walk to Branscombe village along the coast for a refreshing drink or cream tea.

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                                  Durham House
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                                  Bed and breakfast in Beer · 46.27 km from centre

                                    9.5

                                     

                                    184 reviews

                                    Situated in Beer, less than 1 km from Seaton Beach and 28 km from Golden Cap, Durham House features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated bed and breakfast is located 30 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 16 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The accommodation provides full-day security, and luggage storage for guests.

                                    At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also available. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

                                    À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available.

                                    Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Beer, like cycling and hiking.

                                    Powderham Castle is 41 km from Durham House, while Woodlands Castle is 48 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 28 km away.

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                                    Little Hamilton - Wimborne
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                                    Holiday home in Wimborne, Wimborne Minster · 33.12 km from centre

                                      10.0

                                       

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                                      Situated in Wimborne Minster and only 13 km from Poole Harbour, Little Hamilton - Wimborne features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 24 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Salisbury Racecourse. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

                                      The holiday home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                      Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                                      Salisbury Cathedral is 42 km from the holiday home, while Salisbury Train Station is 42 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 11 km away.

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                                      The Anchorage
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                                      Guest house in Canford Cliffs, Poole · 36.13 km from centre

                                        7.9

                                         

                                        557 reviews

                                        Situated on a hilltop, just a short walk from Poole Harbour, the hotel is above the Anchorage Pub on Haven Road. It offers a wide-ranging menu, with fresh seafood delivered daily.

                                        The picturesque beaches at Sandbanks are a 10-minute walk from The Anchorage Hotel. The sandy beaches and coastal attractions of Bournemouth are just a 10-minute drive from the building.

                                        The pub menu features high-quality food.

                                        The stylish bedrooms are bright and airy, with carpeted floors, air con, coffee machine and flat-screen TVs. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s soft furnishings and crisp white bed linen.

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                                        Little Spinney Lodge
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                                        Apartment in Ringwood, Saint Leonards · 43.19 km from centre

                                          10.0

                                           

                                          1 review

                                          Set in Saint Leonards in the Dorset region, Little Spinney Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 20 km from Poole Harbour, 32 km from Salisbury Cathedral and 32 km from Salisbury Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is situated 19 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

                                          With direct access to a terrace with garden views, the air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV is offered.

                                          Salisbury Racecourse is 34 km from the apartment, while Old Sarum is 35 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 12 km away.

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                                          Find the best deals on hotels in Dorset

                                          Dorset, situated on the southern coast of England, is renowned for its stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring dramatic cliffs, ancient rock formations, and fossil-rich beaches.

                                          Iconic landmarks such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are must-visit attractions, offering breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities. The county’s charming seaside towns, including Weymouth and Lyme Regis, provide a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

                                          Dorset’s unique combination of natural wonders, historical landmarks, and quaint villages makes it a captivating destination for all types of travellers. So it’s a good thing we’ve got hotels in Dorset to match every taste.

                                          Use our map view to narrow down your search and then our filters to refine your results and choose your perfect hotel. Just make sure you’ve signed up to get up to 15% off too – it’s free, so you might as well!

                                          Where to Stay in Dorset

                                          If you're drawn to the seaside, Bournemouth offers a bustling atmosphere with its expansive sandy beaches and lively town centre. It's a popular choice for families and those looking for vibrant nightlife and entertainment options.

                                          For a more tranquil coastal experience, Weymouth presents a charming harbour and a long stretch of sandy beach, ideal for water sports enthusiasts and families seeking a relaxed seaside retreat. Its proximity to the Jurassic Coast also makes it a convenient base for exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

                                          Inland, Dorchester beckons with its rich historical connections, including associations with the novelist Thomas Hardy. The town boasts a range of accommodation options, from cosy inns to boutique hotels, perfect for visitors interested in exploring its museums, historic sites, and local culture.

                                          Venturing further into the countryside, Shaftesbury offers a picturesque setting with its famous Gold Hill and stunning views over the Dorset landscape. It's an excellent choice for walkers and those seeking a quieter, more rural escape.

                                          Another option back on the coast is Lyme Regis, which charms visitors with its fossil-rich cliffs and quaint harbour. This historic town provides a selection of welcoming B&Bs and boutique hotels, making it an ideal destination for a peaceful coastal getaway.

                                          Heading east, Swanage is another coastal gem, offering a relaxed atmosphere. Its proximity to Durlston Country Park and the scenic Swanage Railway adds to its appeal for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

                                          Or there’s Bridport, which stands out with its vibrant arts scene and proximity to West Bay. The town's markets, independent shops, and cultural events make it a fascinating place to stay while exploring the western reaches of the Jurassic Coast.

                                          Insider Tips for Dorset

                                          • Visit Durdle Door, an iconic limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast. The stunning scenery makes it a great spot for photography, and you can also enjoy a swim in the clear waters of the adjacent beach.
                                          • Don't miss the Lyme Regis Museum, which provides fascinating insights into the town’s geological history.
                                          • Take a trip to Corfe Castle, a thousand-year-old ruin set in a picturesque village. The castle offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and has a rich history to discover.
                                          • Spend a day at the beautiful Lulworth Cove, renowned for its unique geology and crystal-clear waters. It's an ideal spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing by the sea.
                                          • Visit the Tank Museum in Bovington for an engaging look at the history of armoured warfare. The museum’s extensive collection of tanks and interactive exhibits make it a great day out for all ages.
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