West Dorset District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rocky shoreline with calm sea and a distant sailboat.
A beach with a large cliff and the ocean.
A street with buildings, including a white building with a 'Calico' sign and a 'Wetfishshop Ltd' sign.
A seaside promenade with colorful seaside huts and a pebbled beach.
A row of blue beach huts along a sandy beach with people in the background and cliffs in the distance.
The Royal Lion Hotel

The Royal Lion Hotel

3 out of 5
60 Broad St Lyme Regis England
The price is NZ$427 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$427
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyme Regis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lyme Regis Beach and Dinosaur Land are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
"We loved the location, everything a stones throw away. Our room was lovely , had everything we required. Breakfast was always very nice , and a good choice of fruit yogurt and cereals. Staff friendly, and the bonus of free parking definitely influenced our decision to stay at this hotel. No negatives ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

The Royal Lion Hotel
George Albert Hotel & Spa

George Albert Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
Wardon Hill Farm Dorchester England
The price is NZ$208 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$208
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dorchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (527 reviews)
"The hotel was the perfect venue for us short distance to all our destinations. Staff were friendly and always had time for a chat."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

George Albert Hotel & Spa
The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

3.5 out of 5
12 Queen Mother Square, Dorchester England
The price is NZ$341 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$341
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Dorchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Keep Military Museum and Roman Town House are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
"The hotel itself was very comfortable for our stay and one night. The bathroom is fairly basic but the shower was powerful and hot. Bed was comfy and air con was great and very cold! The place was also very quiet. We didn’t have breakfast so cannot comment"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB

Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB

Osmington England
Stay at this cottage in Weymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Lovely cottage, beautifully decorated and spotless"

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB
Luxury cottage, 15 minutes to beach, stunning garden views, two min walk to town

Luxury cottage, 15 minutes to beach, stunning garden views, two min walk to town

Beaminster England
Stay at this cottage in Beaminster. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Mapperton ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Lovely place and in a great location. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Luxury cottage, 15 minutes to beach, stunning garden views, two min walk to town
Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach

Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach

Bridport Dorset
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Bridport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lyme Regis Beach and The Tunnel ...
10/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Lovely situation. The house was ideal for our three generation family gathering. The children and adults enjoyed the tennis court, walks, and fossil hunting. Great holiday all round. Thank you."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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