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The Redcliff

Weymouth

Just a few paces from the beach, The Redcliff offers views across Weymouth Bay, and street parking is available nearby. Weymouth town’s restaurant and pubs are a 10-minute stroll away.

All rooms at The Redcliff have Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities, toiletries and a hairdryer. Amazing location and very friendly staff.

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9
Wonderful
1,462 reviews
Price from
$83
per night

Portman Lodge

Blandford Forum

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Portman Lodge offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. With free private parking, the property is 20 km from Monkey World and 25 km from Poole Harbour. Corfe Castle is 32 km away and Salisbury Racecourse is 35 km from the guest house. Breakfast was excellent and honestly why we chose Portman Lodge. My husband wanted to experience an English Breakfast. Neal was super helpful and friendly. The room was much nicer, comfortable and more modern than expected.

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9.2
Wonderful
112 reviews
Price from
$126
per night

Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station

Bournemouth

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station is a recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Westcliff Beach. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Immaculate through out Dave could not have been a better host happy days

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9.7
Exceptional
169 reviews
Price from
$97
per night

Calm sea guesthouse

Weymouth

Situated in Weymouth, 2.2 km from Weymouth Beach and 24 km from Monkey World, Calm sea guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated guest house is located 38 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Golden Cap. The guest house has family rooms. Trish and Mel were so lovely and kind as I was with my granddaughter alone so it was so nice to have their support with luggage and food . I could not have wished for a nicer hotel and this couple made it a very enjoyable break ! Would highly recommend this clean comfy stylish hotel !

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9.5
Exceptional
132 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

The Lily Pad

Corfe Mullen

The Lily Pad is located in Corfe Mullen, 8.2 km from Poole Harbour, 12 km from Sandbanks, and 13 km from Bournemouth International Centre. This guest house provides free private parking and full-day security. Corfe Castle is 22 km away and Monkey World is 23 km from the guest house. The room was clean and the bed very comfortable. The hostess was very welcoming and friendly.

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9
Wonderful
106 reviews
Price from
$110
per night

The Angove

Weymouth

Located in Weymouth, 650 m from Weymouth Beach and 24 km from Monkey World, The Angove provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. Situated on the beachfront, this property features a shared lounge. The accommodation features luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. Excellent location and loved the breakfast. Great stay.

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9
Wonderful
597 reviews
Price from
$102
per night

The Cider Shed Bed and Breakfast

Wareham

Boasting garden views, The Cider Shed Bed and Breakfast features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3.4 km from Monkey World. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the guest house. Breakfast excellent Friendly service Close to wildlife-variety of birds came to feeders near window. Peaceful...

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9.5
Exceptional
114 reviews
Price from
$149
per night

Cottars

Winfrith Newburgh

Situated in Winfrith Newburgh and only 8.5 km from Monkey World, Cottars features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The homestay, set in a building dating from 1952, is 20 km from Corfe Castle and 29 km from Poole Harbour. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests. Everything about our stay was perfect. Vince and Irene are fabulous hosts! You cannot ask for better hosts. The building is beautiful, clean, comfortable, and quiet. The breakfast was delicious (homemade bread).

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9.3
Wonderful
257 reviews
Price from
$114
per night

Cranborne House

Poole

Featuring a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Cranborne House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Poole, 1.5 km from Poole Beach. It is set 2.3 km from Hamworthy Beach and offers a shared kitchen. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Superclean bed and bathroom. i had very comfortable time at here.

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9.1
Wonderful
400 reviews
Price from
$108
per night

Marden guest house

Weymouth

Located in Weymouth and only 1.6 km from Weymouth Beach, Marden guest house provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 2.1 km from Weymouth Harbour and 25 km from Monkey World. The guest house has private entrance. Free parking was available which was a priority for us. The location was ideal, easy to find and only a short walk into town. The breakfast was very good, quality produce all well cooked. Our room was at the back and therefore very quiet, a comfortable room with everything we needed for our stay.

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9.2
Wonderful
174 reviews
Price from
$128
per night

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