The Casterbridge Bed & Breakfast Dorchester, Dorchester ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU

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 hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Deluxe Room

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Deluxe Room

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Dorchester2000 ft

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 30.3 mi

Exeter International (EXT) 50.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fabulous Breakfast!

“The breakfast selection was excellent, featuring a variety of delicious options that kick-started our day perfectly.” view full review

Comfy Sleeping!

“The bedroom was charming and boasted a very comfortable bed, ensuring a restful night that left us refreshed.” view full review

Inviting Lounge!

“The lounge area was warm and inviting, a perfect spot to relax with a book or enjoy take-out meals in a cozy setting.” view full review

Accessible Features

“The facilities were well-equipped to accommodate diverse needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage 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 center
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

Location

49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU

Map view

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49 High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1HU

City landmarks

Museums

The Keep Military Museum

3000 ft

Square

Brewery Square

2300 ft

17 Maumbury Rd

Maumbury Rings

3300 ft

Alington Avenue

Max Gate

4900 ft

Parks

Borough Gardens

2700 ft

A37

Wolfeton House

1.4 mi

Gallery

DAG Dorchester Art Gallery

2400 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

1.0 mi

Farm

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

1.3 mi

Square

Queen Mother Square

1.4 mi

Poundbury

1.4 mi

Winterborne Monkton

Maiden Castle

2.1 mi

Higher Bockhampton

Hardy's Cottage

2.2 mi

Thorncombe Woods Local Nature Reserve

2.1 mi

Thorncombe Wood

2.2 mi

Lodmoor Country Park Preston Beach Road

Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park

2.6 mi

Wrackleford House

2.4 mi

National Cycle Route 2

Hardy's Monument

2.9 mi

Lewell Mill Lane Lewell

Xtreme Falconry at Dorset Falconry Park

2.8 mi

Nearby

Museums

The Dinosaur Museum

900 ft

Museums

Terracotta Warriors Museum

400 ft

Museums

The Tutankhamun Exhibition

1600 ft

Museums

Dorset County Museum

900 ft

Museums

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

400 ft

Art object

Statue of Thomas Hardy

1900 ft

Museums

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

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

charming decor

excellent service

limited dining options

average prices

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Graham

United Kingdom, January 2024

9.0/10

I found this hotel nestled in a lovely Dorset town, close to good restaurants and green fields. The rooms are beautifully decorated in traditional English style with a very comfortable bed, but the view of the garden outside brings a charming touch. The service was exceptional, with great hospitality from the caring owners. The dining experience offered good quality food, especially the superb sausages. The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully decorated with a very comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

I received great hospitality from the caring owners.

Location

10.0

The hotel is centrally located in a lovely Dorset town with green fields around, close to good restaurants and within easy reach of shops.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful with good quality food, especially the superb sausages.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

charming decor

limited dining options

Edward

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is nestled in picturesque green fields and conveniently located within easy reach of a variety of shops. The rooms are meticulously clean with large, comfy beds, but the bathrooms are notably small and cold. I found the service to be top-notch, with great hospitality from the caring owners. The location, although close to the town center, is primarily advantageous in common areas. The dining experience offered superb sausages, yet the food quality was merely good. Additional Details: Rooms - clean, comfy; Service - hospitable; Location - common areas; Dining - good sausages.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are kept scrupulously clean with large comfy beds.

Service

9.0

I received great hospitality from the caring owners.

Location

7.0

The hotel is positioned in green fields within the town center, offering a serene environment while being close to essential shops.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience featured superb sausages but lacked consistency in food quality.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts a pleasant conservatory, ideal for relaxation and enjoying the surrounding greenery.

Joe

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a delightful stay at this charming hotel. The rooms were cozy and spacious, and waking up to a delicious breakfast in the lovely conservatory with views of the garden was a real treat. The warm and caring owners made me feel right at home, but the price could be a bit on the higher side for some travelers.

Rooms

8.0

The large comfy bed in the front bedroom was perfect for a restful night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The hospitality from the owners was exceptional, making my stay truly special.

Location

9.0

The hotel is ideally situated in the centre of a lovely Dorset town, with easy access to shops and green fields.

Dining

8.0

The good quality food, especially the superb sausage, made dining a delightful experience.