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The Casterbridge

4.0 star property
Beachfront bed & breakfast with a full-service spa and a golf course

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Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View) | Garden
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View
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Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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49 High East Street, Dorchester, England, DT1 1HU
  • Place, Dorset Teddy Bear Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dinosaur Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

The Casterbridge places you next to Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and Terracotta Warriors Museum. This 6-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dinosaur Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Roman Town House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 13 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tom Brown's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Casterbridge

Beachfront bed & breakfast with a full-service spa and a golf course
The Casterbridge features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also an airport shuttle. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa bed & breakfast include karaoke, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
A private beach, a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor tennis court are featured at the bed & breakfast. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the bed & breakfast's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Area shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Health club
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: GBP 50.0
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50.0
  • Service fee: 5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Casterbridge Dorchester
The Casterbridge Accommodation
The Casterbridge Bed & breakfast
The Casterbridge Bed & breakfast Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near The Casterbridge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Dorchester, just steps from Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and Terracotta Warriors Museum, and within a short walk of Tutankhamun: The Exhibition. You'll also find Dinosaur Museum and Borough Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Casterbridge?

Yes, valet parking, self parking and long-term parking are free at the bed & breakfast. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Is a spa located at The Casterbridge?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does The Casterbridge have a casino on the premises?

No, The Casterbridge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Casterbridge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Casterbridge?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including a private beach and a bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Casterbridge?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Casterbridge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Casterbridge serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Casterbridge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Casterbridge.

Are there connecting rooms at The Casterbridge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from The Casterbridge?

The closest major airport to The Casterbridge is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 26.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Casterbridge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy garden or city views.

Does The Casterbridge have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Casterbridge.

The Casterbridge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So welcoming!

The hotel is beautiful & in a great location & the bonus of free parking made it a great choice for our stay in Dorchester. The real star of the show was Noorami, she went above & beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We used the lovely lounge & she even brought us some snacks to have with our own wine. We used her recommendations for restaurants & even got some discount when we mentioned her name.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A step into a bygone era of English elegance combined with a peaceful spiritual element. Noorani and Tony are perfect hosts with a great knowledge of Dorchester. My room was stunning and breakfast in the conservatory a delight, would love to revisit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Casterbridge after our hike from Lulworth Cove. The room was excellent and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah, Carlisle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this mini hotel. The owners were lovely, the place was charming, I had to leave early so can’t comment on breakfast….. however, the bed was lousy. Tired old mattresses with collapsed springs on one side - if there’d been two of us it would have been a disaster for one of us! Pillows were rock hard. It’s a real shame. But the room itself was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 night stay in Dirchester

Fantastic stay lovely hostess really went the extra mile to make our short break very special. Excellent breakfast and the surrondings were all in keeping. The room was very comfortable and quiet. Central location in Dorchester with all its history & museums and some really nice restaurants in easy walking distance Also a good base if you're exploring the surrounding area. You have Corfe Castle & Swanage within an hours drive.
Fruit with yogurt
Full English
Omelette
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Excellent room. Lots of nice touches. Great breakfast and very well presented.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay in the Casterbridge Hotel. It was a last minute booking, but that didnt worry the lovely owner. The hotel was beautiful and clean, we stayed in a room with a four poster bed which was amazing. The hotel decor is in keeping with the age of the building and looks beautiful. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and helpful on the best places to eat and things to do in and around Dorchester. Breakfast was delicious, freshly cooked and local produce, pleanty of choice. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

PAUL

Bizarre

Very strange place. Eccentric rule about NO SHOES in bedrooms. Odd ability only to serve me breakfast at 9.45 in an empty restaurant Bizzare parking arrangemnts off-site All door locks work backwards And finally , protracted argumets with manager who disputed whether I had prepaid (I had), and whether I had paid for breakfast (I had) An absentee owner was barking orders into his phone while I discusse all this All in all a very eccentric stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024