Last-minute family friendly hotel deals in Dorset

Set in a 19th-century pub just a 10-minute drive from Dorchester town centre, The Black Dog Inn has an outdoor children’s playground. Real ales are served in the traditional bar, and food is served 7 days a week. Each soundproofed room has a flat-screen TV with Freesat.

Free private parking is provided and the seaside town of Weymouth is a 20-minute car journey from The Black Dog.

During the summer months, guests can relax with a drink in the large garden seating area. Full English breakfasts and an evening menu are available in the restaurant.

The bright and airy bedrooms also have an en suite bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities.

Located in Wareham, The Dorset Golf Hotel is in a rural location – a 3-minute drive from Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and 5 minutes from Clouds Hill. This golf hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Durdle Door and 14.6 mi (23.6 km) from Poole Harbour.

Set within 200 metres of Weymouth Beach and 24 km of Monkey World in Weymouth, The Wilton Weymouth offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

At the guest house, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the guest house.

Corfe Castle is 38 km from The Wilton Weymouth, while Golden Cap is 40 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 59 km away.

Harlequin Guest House with parking offers accommodation with free parking and WiFi.

Each room has a TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. All have either an en suite or private shower room. A cot or high-chair can be provided on request.

Harbour is around 15 minutes walk from Harlequin Guest House with parking. Weymouth beach is around 5 minutes walk from Harlequin Guest House with parking.

Harlequin Guest House offers good value Room Only accommodation and we are happy to recommend nearby cafes that serve excellent breakfasts.

With a stay at Yalbury Cottage in Dorchester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. This inn is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Durdle Door and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast.

When you stay at Channel View Guest House in Weymouth, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour. This beach hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Durdle Door Beach.

Haddon House Hotel offers accommodation in Bridport. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

The rooms have a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. The en-suite bathrooms have a flat-screen TV, a spa bath and an overhead shower plus free toiletries.

There is an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Weymouth is 24 km from Haddon House Hotel, while Taunton is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 46 km from Haddon House Hotel.

Harbour Retreat is located in Weymouth, 1.2 km from Weymouth Harbour, 25 km from Monkey World, as well as 37 km from Corfe Castle. The property is around 42 km from Golden Cap, 7.4 km from Portland Castle and 11 km from Portland Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Weymouth Beach is 400 metres away.

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Dining options are available close to the apartment.

Guests at Harbour Retreat will be able to enjoy activities in and around Weymouth, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Rufus Castle is 11 km from the accommodation, while Athelhampton House is 24 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 60 km from the property.

This 3-star guest house is a Grade II listed Georgian building situated on the picturesque Weymouth seafront, just 2 minutes’ walk from Weymouth Rail Station. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

Rooms at Acqua Beach Weymouth feature private en suite bathrooms, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms offer scenic views across Weymouth Bay.

Full breakfasts can be enjoyed by guests in Acqua Beach's Dining Room with its views over Weymouth Bay. Acqua Beach provides a fully-licensed lounge and bar for guests to relax in.

Acqua Beach Weymouth is situated directly opposite the award-winning beach and is within 10 minutes' walking distance of Weymouth’s historic harbour and town centre. Weymouth Sea Life Centre is just 10 minutes’ walk from Acqua Beach Weymouth, and Monkey World is 25 minutes away by car.

Located in Weymouth, Calm Sea Guesthouse is just steps from Weymouth Bay and 10 minutes by foot from Weymouth Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Weymouth Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast.

Weyside House is situated in Weymouth, 1.7 km from Weymouth Beach, 2.1 km from Weymouth Harbour, as well as 25 km from Monkey World. The property is located 38 km from Corfe Castle, 41 km from Golden Cap and 7.9 km from Portland Castle. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The guest house offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and shower. The guest house features some units with garden views, and units are equipped with a kettle. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels.

Dining options are available close to the guest house.

Portland Museum is 11 km from Weyside House, while Rufus Castle is 11 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 59 km away.

Offering a garden and sea view, Beach View House is located in Weymouth, 1.5 km from Chesil Beach and 4.2 km from Weymouth Harbour. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Monkey World.

The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Weymouth, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Golden Cap is 36 km from Beach View House, while Corfe Castle is 41 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 63 km from the property.

With a stay at Host Stay Secret Garden in Portland, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Bay. This apartment is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from Lulworth Cove and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Broadcroft Quarry Nature Reserve.

With a stay at Alexandra Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Weymouth, steps from Weymouth Harbour and 6 minutes by foot from Weymouth Beach. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Durdle Door.

With a stay at Host Stay Iris Cottage in Weymouth, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Bay. This holiday home is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Lulworth Cove and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Nothe Fort.

When you stay at this apartment in Weymouth, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour. This beach apartment is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Weymouth Pavilion and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast.

When you stay at this apartment in Weymouth, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour. This apartment is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and 14 mi (22.6 km) from Durdle Door Beach.

Located in Dorchester, Gaggle Of Geese Pub & Shepherd Huts is in a rural location – a 2-minute drive from Badger Watch Dorset and 10 minutes from Cerne Abbas Giant. This inn is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Clay Pigeon Raceway.

Located in Bridport in the Dorset region, with West Bay East Beach nearby, Seagulls Nest provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 30 km from Weymouth Harbour, 49 km from Monkey World and 17 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.9 km from Golden Cap.

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bridport, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Portland Castle is 32 km from Seagulls Nest, while Portland Museum is 35 km away. Exeter International Airport is 56 km from the property.

Located in Weymouth, just 1.6 km from Weymouth Beach, Host & Stay - The Aquamarine Weymouth Beach provides beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. The property has sea views and is 2.4 km from Weymouth Harbour and 24 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Corfe Castle.

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Weymouth, like fishing.

Golden Cap is 40 km from Host & Stay - The Aquamarine Weymouth Beach, while Portland Castle is 8.2 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 59 km from the property.