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Crystal Beach Hotel
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Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.12 km from centre

    8.0

     

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    With a stay at Crystal Beach Hotel 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 hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Poole Harbour.

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    THE GROVE HOTEL
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    Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 40.01 km from centre

      9.0

       

      198 reviews

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      Located in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), THE GROVE HOTEL is within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This hotel is 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from New Forest National Park and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Poole Harbour.

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      Cosy Bee
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      Guesthouse in Bournemouth · 40.99 km from centre

        8.4

         

        4 reviews

        Located in Bournemouth, Cosy Bee is within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre. This guest house is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Poole Harbour.

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        HILLS FARM STAYS
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        Hotel in Axminster · 42.47 km from centre

          8.0

           

          82 reviews

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          Located in Axminster, HILLS FARM STAYS is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Blackdown Hills and East Devon. This spa hotel is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Lyme Regis Beach.

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          Viaduct Fishery Lodges
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          Chalet in Somerton · 43.65 km from centre

            9.8

             

            19 reviews

            Located in Somerton, Viaduct Fishery Lodges provides accommodation with seating area. The property features lake and garden views, and is 48 km from Longleat Safari Park. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

            The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the chalet complex, every unit includes bed linen and towels.

            Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Somerton, like fishing and hiking. The chalet has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

            Bristol Airport is 50 km away.

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            Withy Cottages
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            Cottage in Langport · 44.47 km from centre

              9.6

               

              42 reviews

              Located in Langport, Withy Cottages is a 4-minute drive from Muchelney Abbey and 9 minutes from Stembridge Tower Mill. This cottage is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from East Lambrook Manor Gardens and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Lytes Cary Manor.

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              The Kings Arms
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              Hotel in South Coast, Christchurch · 46.65 km from centre

                9.2

                 

                402 reviews

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                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 International Centre. This hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Poole Harbour.

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                The Fisherman's Haunt
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                Inn in Burton, Christchurch · 47.11 km from centre

                  9.0

                   

                  382 reviews

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                  Located in Christchurch, The Fisherman's Haunt is on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute drive of Avon Beach and Mudeford Quay Beach. This inn is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Bournemouth Pier.

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                  Mudeford Swans
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                  Homestay in South Coast, Christchurch · 49.23 km from centre

                    8.1

                     

                    176 reviews

                    Mudeford Swans, a property with a garden and a tennis court, is set in Christchurch, 1.2 km from Avon Beach, 12 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 21 km from Sandbanks. The property is around 23 km from Poole Harbour, 35 km from The Mayflower Theatre and 35 km from Southampton Guildhall. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

                    The units in the homestay are equipped with a kettle. The homestay offers certain units that feature quiet street views, and each unit is fitted with a shared bathroom and a desk. At the homestay, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

                    Guests at the homestay can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast.

                    The homestay has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

                    Southampton Cruise Terminal is 37 km from Mudeford Swans, while Monkey World is 43 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 11 km from the property.

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                    The Globe and Crown
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                    Hotel in Yeovil · 28.77 km from centre

                      3.3

                       

                      237 reviews

                      A stay at The Globe and Crown places you in the heart of Yeovil, a 2-minute drive from Yeovil Country Park and 7 minutes from Huish Park. This inn is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Montacute House and 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Sherborne Abbey.

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                      'Aandal House' Bournemouth'
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                      Apartment in Poole, Parkstone · 36.68 km from centre

                        5.7

                         

                        30 reviews

                        Situated 3.5 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 6.4 km from Sandbanks and 7.5 km from Poole Harbour, 'Aandal House' Bournemouth' offers accommodation set in Parkstone. It is located 2.7 km from Alum Chine beach and features a shared kitchen. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

                        With free WiFi, this apartment provides a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                        Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment.

                        Monkey World is 27 km from 'Aandal House' Bournemouth', while Salisbury Cathedral is 47 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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                        Chic studio with garden and 2 min walk to beach
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                        Apartment in Bournemouth · 38.64 km from centre

                          4.0

                           

                          3 reviews

                          Boasting garden views, Chic studio with garden and 2 min walk to beach offers accommodation with a patio, around less than 1 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is around 7.6 km from Sandbanks, 10 km from Poole Harbour and 30 km from Monkey World. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Westcliff Beach is 400 metres away.

                          The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                          Salisbury Cathedral is 46 km from the apartment, while Salisbury Train Station is 47 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km away.

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                          Huxham Farmhouse
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                          Hotel in Shepton Mallet · 46.75 km from centre

                            4.0

                             

                            3 reviews

                            With a stay at this apartment in Shepton Mallet, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Bath and West Showground and Lytes Cary Manor. This apartment is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Kilver Court and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Hauser and Wirth Somerset.

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                            Chiddock Cottage - Ukc2540
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                            Holiday home in Fordingbridge · 49.58 km from centre

                              6.7

                               

                              3 reviews

                              Chiddock Cottage - Ukc2540, a property with a garden, is situated in Fordingbridge, 21 km from Salisbury Cathedral, 22 km from Salisbury Train Station, as well as 25 km from Old Sarum. The property is around 28 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 35 km from Sandbanks and 35 km from Poole Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is set 21 km from Salisbury Racecourse.

                              The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                              The Mayflower Theatre is 43 km from the holiday home, while Southampton Guildhall is 43 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km away.

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                              Kawaii
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                              Private vacation home in Bournemouth · 39.17 km from centre

                                2.0

                                 

                                1 review

                                Located in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth Pier. This vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bournemouth International Centre and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Poole Harbour.

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                                Ocean Breeze - 1 MINUTE FROM THE BEACH - 10 MINUTE FROM BIC - FAST WI-FI - SMART TV
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                                Apartment in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.73 km from centre

                                  6.6

                                   

                                  51 reviews

                                  Boasting a private beach area and free WiFi, Ocean Breeze - 1 MINUTE FROM THE BEACH - 10 MINUTE FROM BIC - FAST WI-FI - SMART TV is situated in the centre of Bournemouth, close to Eastcliff Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. It is located 11 km from Poole Harbour and features a lift. The property is non-smoking and is set 8.8 km from Sandbanks.

                                  The 1-bedroom apartment has a living room with flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen.

                                  Monkey World is 31 km from the apartment, while Salisbury Cathedral is 45 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 11 km away.

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                                  Dolmans Retreat
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                                  Apartment in Lytchett Matravers · 24.32 km from centre

                                    6.7

                                     

                                    24 reviews

                                    Situated in Lytchett Matravers and only 14 km from Poole Harbour, Dolmans Retreat features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 17 km from Corfe Castle and 21 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Monkey World.

                                    The apartment with a patio and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                                    Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                                    Weymouth Harbour is 43 km from the apartment. Bournemouth Airport is 24 km from the property.

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                                    1 Bed Flat
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                                    Apartment in South Coast, Burton · 49.04 km from centre

                                      1.3

                                       

                                      9 reviews

                                      Situated in Burton with Avon Beach nearby, 1 Bed Flat features accommodation with free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 12 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is non-smoking and is located 21 km from Sandbanks.

                                      The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available.

                                      Poole Harbour is 23 km from the apartment, while The Mayflower Theatre is 35 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km away.

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                                      Sturminster's Luxury Suites
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                                      Hotel in Sturminster Newton · 25.54 km from centre

                                        1.0

                                         

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                                        Located in Sturminster Newton, Sturminster's Luxury Suites is a 2-minute drive from Sturminster Newton Mill and 7 minutes from Shillingstone Railway Project. This apartment is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from The Art Stable.

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                                        2 Bed Apartment Village Green Child Okeford
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                                        Apartment in Blandford Forum · 26.39 km from centre

                                          6.0

                                           

                                          11 reviews

                                          2 Bed Apartment Village Green Child Okeford is set in Blandford Forum, 35 km from Poole Harbour, 41 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 41 km from Longleat Safari Park. During your time staying in this recently renovated apartment, dating back to 1970, you will have access to free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 30 km from Monkey World.

                                          The apartment consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom and a living room.

                                          Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Blandford Forum, like hiking.

                                          Sandbanks is 41 km from 2 Bed Apartment Village Green Child Okeford, while Corfe Castle is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 36 km from the accommodation.

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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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