West Dorset District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dorset featuring tranquil scenes
Dorset featuring flowers and tranquil scenes
West Dorset District
Dorset which includes a house
Dorset featuring road cycling, tranquil scenes and general coastal views
The Frampton Arms
The Frampton Arms
3.5 out of 5
Station Road, Dorchester, England
The price is AU$144 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dorchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

The Frampton Arms
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
3 out of 5
32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Dorchester. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (496 reviews)
Great location, Clean and great rooms
"Loved the hotel, but do prebook parking behind the hotel, as only 10 spaces"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
The Manor House
The Manor House
3.5 out of 5
West Bexington, Dorchester, England
The price is AU$246 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$246
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dorchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (443 reviews)
West bexington
"It was perfect for what I wanted - a quiet night away for us. Food was good, the location was amazing"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

The Manor House
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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.
Self Contained Garden Studio With Private Decked Terrace, close to town and sea
Self Contained Garden Studio With Private Decked Terrace, close to town and sea
Bridport
Stay at this cabin in Bridport. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Bridport Arts Centre and Bridport Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
Bridport Getaway
"Brilliant stay as before. Fantastic, welcoming hosts and beautiful comfortable accommodation"

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Self Contained Garden Studio With Private Decked Terrace, close to town and sea
Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB
Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB
Osmington
Stay at this cottage in Weymouth. Popular attractions Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach are located nearby.
Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB
The Old Coach House in Dorset's Area of Outstanding Beauty - 1 bedroom
The Old Coach House in Dorset's Area of Outstanding Beauty - 1 bedroom
Maiden Newton
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Dorchester. Enjoy free WiFi, private hot tubs, and a garden. Popular attractions Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Quiet hideaway
"Lovely airy cottage - exactly as it looks on the website.Perfect for a quiet retreat."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

The Old Coach House in Dorset's Area of Outstanding Beauty - 1 bedroom
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Popular places to visit

Weymouth showing bird life and a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

Abbotsbury Swannery

Admire the stunning countryside and the lake in this unique swannery initially set up by Benedictine Monks in the 11th century.

Abbotsbury Swannery
Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens which includes forest scenes

Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens

Wander through these luxurious gardens, where the exotic and unusual flowers are reminiscent of the tropics.

Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Dorchester. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its cosy cafes.

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Cerne Abbas Giant which includes outdoor art

Cerne Abbas Giant

Towering over the countryside and shrouded in mystery, Britain's largest chalk drawing is a curious and compelling destination.

Cerne Abbas Giant
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition showing interior views

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Maiden Castle which includes tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Maiden Castle

Enjoy spectacular views and discover fascinating history at one of England's largest Iron Age hill forts, home to temples, battlements and ancient burial sites.

Maiden Castle

Cities near West Dorset District

Weymouth which includes a sandy beach and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Weymouth

Photo by Milly Larmer

Blandford Forum

Dorchester which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

Dorchester

Lyme Regis featuring street scenes and a city

Lyme Regis