The Casterbridge, Dorchester

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU
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The Casterbridge, a 4-star Dorchester hotel, features comfortable accommodations in a traditional Georgian building with spacious rooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi and a terrace along with a garden for leisure.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Casterbridge are spacious and airy, featuring amenities such as flat-screen TVs with streaming services, tea and coffee-making facilities, and private bathrooms equipped with complimentary toiletries. Notable room options include the romantic Fourposter Room and Deluxe King with large beds.

Dining & Nearby Options

Breakfast is served in the dining room or a conservatory, utilizing locally sourced ingredients, including options for vegetarian diets. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the on-site bar and have access to nearby restaurants such as Tom Browns Pub and San Telmo.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure facilities include a courtyard garden for relaxation. Nearby attractions include the Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and Hardy's Cottage, with outdoor activities available such as birdwatching and exploring the Jurassic Coast.

Services & Transportation

Services at The Casterbridge include luggage storage and concierge assistance. Limited paid parking is available nearby, along with public transport options via bus and the rail station, providing easy access to surrounding areas.

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The Casterbridge Bed & Breakfast offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Garden View
2 persons
1 Double bed
Deluxe Double or Twin Room City View
2 persons
1 King-size bed
Standard Double Room
2 persons
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Casterbridge Bed & Breakfast offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • In-room computer

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Casterbridge Bed & Breakfast Location

49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU
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49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU
Nearby
Museum
The Dinosaur Museum
900 ft
Museum
Terracotta Warriors Museum
400 ft
Museum
The Tutankhamun Exhibition
1600 ft
Museum
Dorset County Museum
900 ft
Museum
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum
400 ft
Art object
Statue of Thomas Hardy
1900 ft
Museum
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum
1300 ft
High East Street
St Peter's Dorchester
1100 ft
County Hall Colliton Park
Romano-British House
1800 ft
10 South Street Place nam should read 'Barclays Bank'
Barcleys bank
1700 ft
Northern Hay
Roman Town House
1900 ft
Restaurants
Masala
700 ft
14 High East Street
Myra's Kaiseki
900 ft
20 High East Street
Lee Garden
300 ft
45 High East Street
the blue raddle
1200 ft
9 Church Street
Potters Cafe Bistro
1300 ft
19 Durngate Street
The Posh Partridge
700 ft
29 High East Street
ReLoved Tea Rooms
1200 ft
2 Cornhill
Costa Coffee
1300 ft
Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorset County Hospital
The Loft
1100 ft
16 Antelope Walk
Getting around
City Centre
Dorchester8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Bournemouth (BOH)74 min  ·  30.3 mi
Exeter International Airport (EXT)121 min  ·  50.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-19:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP12.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
7

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