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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

3.0 star property
Dorchester Georgian hotel with bar/lounge

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Staircase leads to an upper level with a bar, restaurant, and reception area nearby.
Enjoy a comfortable stay in this well-appointed room featuring a plush bed, desk, and chair.
Relax in a serene space with a plush sofa, armchair, and natural touches.
Classic two-story building with a symmetrical facade and central entrance.
Welcome to our reception area, where a fireplace and book-lined shelves create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
In the heart of Dorchester’s business district, Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel offers a warm welcome. Unwind with a newspaper and connect to WiFi in your room or socialize at the bar. With helpful staff, wedding services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby this hotel is perfect for both work and play.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Premium bedding
$101 nightly
The total price is $122
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this well-appointed room featuring a large bed, desk, and chair.

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, wooden nightstand, and framed picture.

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic design with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and desk with chair.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Maiden Castle - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 103 min drive
  • Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
  • Dorchester South Station - 11 min walk
  • Maiden Newton Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee 1 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Goldies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

At Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 15 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (818 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1756
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 71
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 31

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 15 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Wessex Royale
Wessex Royale Dorchester
Sleeping Bear Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Dorchester Minotel
Minotel Dorchester
Minotel Hotel Wessex Royale
Minotel Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Dorchester
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 15 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester like?

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is in the heart of Dorchester, a short 8-minute walk from Dorchester West Station and 2 minutes' walk from The Keep Military Museum.

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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Location
Parking
Lobby
Bed
Luggage
Towns
Drinks

What guests liked

  • A variety of dining options are available nearby, making the lack of a property restaurant no issue. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, good, and fantastic with a wide selection and excellent service. (14 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking was a convenient bonus for guests. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly staff and a well looked after hotel, good location for walking into town with nearby restaurants.
Natalie, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Only spent one night at The Sleeping Bear but enjoyed it and would certainly recommend. Helpful staff, handy location and good room.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, clean, safe & friendly staff. Would 100% stay here again.
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Apart from noisy creaking floorboards and thin walls, no complaints.
Dale, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice stay
Vicky, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel
Claudenicia, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

I was disappointed that you were charged £15 for parking. You could not get breakfast in the hotel?
Traci, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, Clean and great rooms

Loved the hotel, but do prebook parking behind the hotel, as only 10 spaces
Gary, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Its not the hotel its the service fron Trivago! Having paid for a room to be told the room had already gone. Not happy at all!!
Gary, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

N ice old traditional hotel with character. Pity there is no breakfast. Parking is a comfort. The staff were very helpful.
A.C., 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A pleasant stay , helpful staff and charming atmosphere.
Darren, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good location

Very reasonable price for a hotel in such a central location. It’s clean, comfortable & the staff are very friendly helpful.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location, friendly reception staff, decent price.
Samantha, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The lady on reception was very helpful. I parked at the pay and park at the top of the road and this was only a short walk to the hotel.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, well presented - central location

Very clean, comfortable room. Pretty quiet considering Main Street location. There’s no food available but space provided to eat your own if you want and plenty of tea and coffee in the lounge. Stayed on a Sunday so it was cheaper price - not sure if it’s worth top dollar but it’s a nicely done place.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly greeting at reception. We brought our dog and the hotel is truly pet friendly. Very clean and comfortable accommodation.
Phil, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

A conveniently located clean hotel.

The hotel was clean tidy, and only the occasional noise from other guests moving around the hotel. We had a room at the back, away from the busy main road, so it was very quiet. Situated in the centre of Dorchester, about a 10 minute walk from the train station. A good choice of places to eat nearby.
Giles, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Hotel itself was nice and in a good location for an event we were going to. There isn't much sound proofing between rooms so can be a little noisy at times.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Lovely warm atmosphere and they have alternative to milk !
Sophia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The lady working on reception provided fantastic service.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location

Two night stay visiting for Dorchester Beer festival which was 5 mins walk away. Comfy accommodation. No food but you can bring food in and excellent Wetherspoons 2 mins walk away.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous, Fabulous & bloody Fabulous!

Great stay, very comfy, very close to restaurants & town, with convenient parking nearby - not stayed here before but we will be back - Fabulous!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff in a lovely hotel.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Relaxing in Dorchester.

On arrival we were greeted with a warm a friendly welcome. The hotel was very well presented with wonderful decor and charm. Our rooms were lovely very clean and organised with amazing comfortable beds. Thank you to Lisa and the rest of the team.
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Only problem was the big rubbish bin was wheeled past my room in the courtyard at 7.30am! Lisa the receptionist was wonderful xx
gillian, 1-night trip