49 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HU, United Kingdom
#15 of 22 B&Bs and Inns in Dorchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 310 B&B reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 September 2024
Jean
United KingdomThe staff were very welcoming and friendly and breakfast was good too
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 August 2024
Pauline
United KingdomWe booked standard rooms, but perhaps if we had booked Superior they may have been larger
The Owner and Staff were helpful, informative, kind and friendly. Breakfast was great.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Rosanne
United KingdomNothing to dislike.
Lovely accommodation. Very clean, comfortable bed and lovely big light room. Jackie is an excellent host and very knowledgable and helpful. Full english breakfast was best I've ever had. Full marks Jackie.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 11 August 2024
Chris
United KingdomThe was nothing we didn’t like
The calm and tranquility
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Alison
United KingdomParking only 3 spaces which were in use also our room was at the top of the hotel so stairs were hard work
Comfortable and clean
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 9 August 2024
Leftyhicks
United KingdomExcellent room and breakfast. Helpful staff
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 August 2024
Murray
United KingdomThe room was really nicely decorated, very clean and with a big comfy bed. Everyone was really friendly and we got lots of tips in relation to what to do and where to eat etc which were spot on.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Paul
United StatesEverything was exquisite and our hostess was exceedingly gracious.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
David
United KingdomThe location was spot on, and the communications from the owner was first class. We couldn't have been made more welcome.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 26 July 2024
Shepherd
United KingdomLoved what I saw and the lady in charge was charming. I'd not been feeling well so missed breakfast and spending time in the quirky downstairs areas day before...was given a lovely breakfast/picnic to go when we checked out. Very thoughtful. Would go again
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 July 2024
Colin
United KingdomThe only thing we would have done differently was to have chosen a larger room, it was as it said in the literature, ( cosy). One other thing to mention is the drain in the shower cubicle is not draining away the water fast enough, so it does need looking into.
The staff were very friendly and informative of the town and the surrounding areas. Breakfast was very good, we chose to eat in the conservatory and view the well stocked garden.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 12 July 2024
Andrew
United StatesParking can be a problem, only 3 spaces available for hotel guests on first come basis. Rooms next to the road can be noisy.
Lovely accommodation and friendly staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 July 2024
Nadia
JerseyCouldn't fault anything and in a very good location would recommend no parking at property but plenty 2 mins away at very reasonable price central to museums and shops and restaurants
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 3 July 2024
Liz
United Kingdomeverything
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Terence
United KingdomBeing on the High Street, the traffic might wake you up if you slept with the window open. So if this is of concern I would suggest a rear bedroom. However, the windows had secondary glazing, so with the windows closed, noise was not a problem.
Excellent location for exploring inland Dorset. Easy walking distance to plenty of restaurants. Charming host with plenty of ideas for things to do and tips on restaurants. Very clean with no outdoor shoes in bedrooms rule. 4 private parking spaces on first come, first served basis. In reality, this worked well and we had a place every day. Would strongly recommend this guest house, an oasis of peace in the centre of Dorchester.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Robert
United KingdomAccess could be better
Room was exceptional with 4 poster bed. Breakfast excellent
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Lyn
United KingdomNothing bad to say about it!
It was historic! Really lovely environment and great facilities!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Katie
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing, our stay was perfect!
Noorami and her fellow team went above and beyond to ensure that not only did we have a comfortable stay but that we had the opportunity to experience Dorchester’s beautiful community. She provided wonderful recommendations and ensured that we had everything we needed for our stay, nothing was too much! We have decided to return to this hotel in the future to experience more of the local and surrounding areas. It is evident that Noorami has a passion for great hospitality. She has a duty of care to every guest and it is a safe and secure establishment which I find particularly important as a female tourist on my own. The breakfast was delightful both mornings, it is lovely you can choose with or without to suit your budget but I will say it is worth it! The Sri Lankan recipes are delicious too! Do not hesitate to book a room here if you are lucky enough to find a vacancy…I couldn’t recommend this charming hotel more!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Ariel
IsraelThe water pressure in the bathroom could have been better.
The Casterbridge is an Old World hotel, with charm and atmosphere. It is located very conveniently on the main road of Dorchester. There are several excellent eating places very near by, as well as shops of different types. The property has three parking places in a car park two streets away. We were welcomed by Noorani, who is a warm and effusive hostess. She made us feel at home and gave us excellent advice and recommendations on places to visit and dine. The room was large and comfortable, with ample storage space, a spacious bathroom and a luxurious bed (we stayed in the four-poster bedroom).
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Green
United KingdomCan't think of anything really
Friendly warm staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNothing … it was excellent, fully recommend.
The welcome was exceptional, my room was very clean and comfortable… it’s centrally located for town and all major roads..
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Bryden
United KingdomWe had a King Room and it was very spacious, comfortable and clean. Great bed, and we slept very well. The location is very convenient both to the town itself and for exploring the region. The free parking was much appreciated. And Noorani's friendliness and advice on local restaurants and attractions made a huge difference to the enjoyment of our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Catherine
United KingdomA delicious breakfast - the owner went to a great deal of trouble to get it right, The hotel is quirky and interesting with a lovely conservatory and guest lounge.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
John
United KingdomBefore I got there I got an email advising about a self check in system, which seemed to suggest that when I got there I wouldn't meet a person, but I would have to find my own way to my room. It said I would have to pick up my key from a key safe. Which actually didn't apply, because when I got there there was no key safe. I was very glad when my host appeared and welcomed me. Please don't send this email to your guests any more, as it is very off putting. The reason for paying the money for a 4 star hotel is that you are able to turn up when you like and be welcomed in to the hotel by a real person.
The decor was absolutely lovely, especially the breakfast room. The hotel had real character, A nice communal library downstairs where you could relax. The host (I've forgotten her name) was welcoming and friendly and keen to advise about what I should do during my stay, and where I could go to eat. As I was travelling alone this was a real bonus.
Stayed in April 2024
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