Crabbers' Wharf

Crabbers' Wharf, Castletown, Portland, DT5 1BD, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>588</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Crabbers' Wharf

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Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
588 reviews
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

Located in Portland, within less than 1 km of Portland Beach and 2.8 km of Chesil Beach, Crabbers' Wharf provides accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with DVD player. This 4-star aparthotel offers private entrance. The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, all units include bed linen and towels. Guests at the aparthotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Portland, like fishing, canoeing and hiking. Monkey World is 33 km from Crabbers' Wharf, while Golden Cap is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 67 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Portland
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect for our needs we have booked again for next year”
  • Allan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Sea view, felt like we were on a cruise. Apartment facilities were very good, very clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Parking on site”
  • Jess
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The views were incredible, we could see dolphins most evenings.”

Managed by The Crabbers' Wharf Team

Company review score: 8.8Based on 517 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Crabbers' Wharf is purpose built modern self-catering apartments. The award winning building is uniquely designed in the style and theme of a large ship. There are 9 apartments to choose from which are 1, 2 3 or 4 bedrooms in size, each with en-suites. Each apartment has a private balcony with stunning sea views across the world famous Portland Harbour. There is free allocated parking for 2 cars and free wifi. We can accommodate single, couples, travellers, business people, families and larger groups. We are open for bookings all year round. Summer months are reserved for a minimum of a 7 night stay, Friday to Friday. We do open up availability for shorter stays nearer the arrival time.

Property information

Each apartment has an equipped kitchen/dining/living area. Each apartment is on the 1st floor of the building, access is via a key code which you are provided approximately 72 hours in advance of your stay. Check in is anytime after 3pm, you can make your way directly to your apartment, you do not need to check in. Towels and bedlinen are provided. Each apartment has 1 high chair and 1 travel cot, for which you will need to bring a mattress and bedding. Each bedroom has a king sized bed (excluding Petty Officer's Suite bedroom 2, which has 2 single beds). The 1 and 2 bedroom apartments are all level and have en-suite shower rooms. The 3 and 4 bedroom apartments are spread over 2 floors via a spiral staircase, and have en-suites, 1 en-suite per apartment will have a bath. None of the apartments have a sofa bed. Each apartment has a hairdryer. Bedding is hypoallergenic. There is a communal washer/dryer facility. Check out is by 10am.

Neighbourhood information

We are located right on the waters edge, with amazing and unrivalled sea views of Portland Harbour. From April to October, weather permitting, you can catch the My Girl ferry from Crabbers' Wharf and travel to Weymouth and back. There is a local shop at the end of the carpark and nearby supermarkets. We are ideally suited for the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, which you can view from your apartment and is a 10 minute walk away. There are 2 local cafes within a stones throw of Crabbers' Wharf. Our office is in the Tourist Information Centre on the ground floor of the building.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Crabbers' Wharf
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    Activities
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Snorkelling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Crabbers' Wharf takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 00:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:30 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 25
    Groups
    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Laundry facilities are shared with other properties on site.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Crabbers' Wharf

    • The prices at Crabbers' Wharf may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Crabbers' Wharf (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms
      • 3 bedrooms
      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Crabbers' Wharf is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Crabbers' Wharf (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests
      • 6 guests
      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 850 yards from Crabbers' Wharf. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Crabbers' Wharf is 1.7 miles from the centre of Portland. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Crabbers' Wharf on this page.

    • Crabbers' Wharf offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Water sport facilities on site