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Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Shaftesbury with sauna and 24-hour front desk

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Indoor pool
Property grounds
Exterior
Lobby
British cuisine
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel puts guests in the heart of the city's energy. Visitors can relax in the sauna, swim in the indoor pool, or take peaceful walks through the garden. The hotel offers free WiFi, and the Byzant restaurant serves dinner on-site.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Shaftesbury, Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel is in the city centre. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Wardour Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Larmer Tree Gardens and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting.
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Map
Royal Chase Roundabout, Shaftesbury, England, SP7 8DB

What's nearby

  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Stourhead Garden - 23 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 30 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪san tonino - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Fontmell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The John Peel - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

Hotel in the city centre
Consider a stay at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Byzant, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
  • A reception hall, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Byzant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3,875 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

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 at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.50 per person
  • Pool fee: GBP 5 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Royal Chase Hotel Shaftesbury
Shaftesbury The Royal Chase
Best Western Royal Chase Shaftesbury
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel Hotel
Best Western Shaftesbury
BEST WESTERN The Royal Chase Hotel Shaftesbury, Dorset
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel Shaftesbury
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel Hotel Shaftesbury

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$169.67, 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.

Is Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Shaftesbury, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Melbury Vale Winery and Fontmell and Melbury Downs are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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