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The Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dorchester with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Restaurant

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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A352, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, England, DT2 8LE
  • The Tank Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Durdle Door Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Durdle Door
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

The Red Lion Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Lulworth Cove. This 5-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • The Tank Museum - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Durdle Door Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Durdle Door - 16 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 6 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seven Stars - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Finleys Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion Hotel

Bed & breakfast in Dorchester with free breakfast and a coffee shop
The Red Lion Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

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

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (noon - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (noon - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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 is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Dorchester
Red Lion Dorchester
Red Lion
Dorchester
The Red Lion
The Red Lion Hotel Dorchester
The Red Lion Hotel Bed & breakfast
The Red Lion Hotel Bed & breakfast Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Red Lion Hotel?

This bed & breakfast is located in Dorchester, close to Durdle Door, Durdle Door Beach, and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. You'll also find Lulworth Cove and Weymouth Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Red Lion Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Red Lion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Red Lion Hotel?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Red Lion Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Does The Red Lion Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Red Lion Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Red Lion Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Red Lion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Red Lion Hotel for a fee of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Red Lion Hotel?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Red Lion Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Red Lion Hotel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 27.8 mi away (56 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Red Lion Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Red Lion Hotel.

The Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 222 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great home from home breakfast was a bit overcooked but would happily recommend and will be staying again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chi choi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host is very friendly, polite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great food, excellent bar. V comfy room, very clean and well appointed. Excellent Car Park. Staff were brilliant. I picked this for closeness to our client's premises and will do so again. A real littel gem of a find. can definitely recommend the Red Lion lager!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Whole stay was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dasa

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

Loved our stay

A lovely small hotel with a lot to offer! The staff was welcoming and attentive, making our stay enjoyable. Breakfast was delicious, with a nice variety of cereals that our kids loved. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, and it was great that they provided a dog bed for our pet, which made us feel very welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shinoy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priunka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean and perfect sized for my family. Only one problem at night , my next door neighbour was so loud when they were talking, even we could hear clearly their conversations. Its not Red Lion's fault. People need to consider others. The host was very very friendly and professional as well. We had supper and breakfast. Both were very good. We enjoyed the food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loeswantri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Friendly Service and Convenience, but Noisy Nights

Staff were friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The hotel offers dairy-free options, which is great. Unfortunately, we arrived shortly after the kitchen closed, so we only had the included breakfast of cereal, toast, and a full English. The room was spacious enough for our family of four with comfortable beds. However, we found the toilet quite noisy and the walls thin, as we could hear our neighbors talking through the night. Overall, a decent place to stay for a short one or two-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bipin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff,proper homemade food and spotless. Large Parking space for vehicles.Liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria, LONDON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really good - friendly and efficient - and the food was great too. But we were there during a heatwave and our room was very hot. A fan was supplied but it didn’t make much difference and if we left the windows open loads of flies came in so sleeping was a bit uncomfortable. Not much the pub could do I guess. The bed itself was comfy though and the bathroom very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant Room in good location

Stayed while on a break to Dorset, close to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Close to lots of towns and sites in the area with easy road access. Friendly staff and breakfast included. Large, spacious room that was clean and tidy. This is an old pub and therefore the building is not like a modern hotel but that is the charm of staying in the English countryside. Our room was upstairs and no lift should that be a necessity.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kushal D

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Red Lion Hotel was very pleasant. The room was cozy, vibe in the Pub was full of energy in the evening watching sports games, and the morning breakfast was lovely. Our car broke down nearby and the owners were very supportive and helped us in every way they could to find alternatives. We really thank them for their help and appreciate their kindness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN, LEXNGTON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful and rustic B and B. The rooms are small, but the innkeepers are wonderful and make up for any shortcoming. The food in the tavern is fantastic. Lizzie (the owner) is an angel and she saved the day for us when we could not get transportation to our event. She drove us herself!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 Star

Good accommodation friendly helpful staff .Was a 4 star basic room but adequate ,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff, very helpful in getting us a cab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024