10/10 Excellent
steve
Jan 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
steve
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
The Benett Arms
3.0 star property
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
Explore the area
The Benett Arms, Shaftesbury, England, SP7 9AS
- Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire DownsPlace, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs1 min walk
- Longleat Safari and Adventure ParkPlace, Longleat Safari and Adventure Park27 min drive
- StonehengePlace, Stonehenge30 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)56 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Classic Twin Room, Garden View
Classic Twin Room, Garden View
- Garden view
- 144 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Garden View
Comfort Double Room, Garden View
- Garden view
- 150 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View
Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View
- Garden view
- 291 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Luxury Bungalow, Garden View
Luxury Bungalow, Garden View
- Garden view
- 200 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
Shaftesbury
The Benett Arms is located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and within a 10-minute drive of Shaftesbury Arts Centre. This 4-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
What's nearby
- Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 23 min drive - 17.8 miles
- Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 27 min drive - 20.7 miles
- Stonehenge - 30 min drive - 26.1 miles
- New Forest National Park - 46 min drive - 32.2 miles
Getting around
- Tisbury Station - 14 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Tisbury Fish and Chip Shop - 8 min drive
- The John Peel - 7 min drive
- The Riverbarn - 10 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 14 min drive
About this property
The Benett Arms
The Benett Arms features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and local meal delivery service. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a fireplace in the lobby, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Local meal delivery service are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Library
Family friendly
- Changing table
- Children's dinnerware
- High chair
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
- Garden
- In a nature reserve
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 6 steps to reach entrance
- Front entrance ramp
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Designated smoking areas
- Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower/bathtub combination
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Meal delivery service
More
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per day (maximum GBP 20 per stay)
- Dogs only
- Food and water bowls and an off-leash area 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 10 per pet, per day (maximum GBP 20 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-in fee: GBP 25 for check-in between 9:00 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near The Benett Arms?
This bed & breakfast is located in Shaftesbury, close to Gold Hill Museum, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, and Wardour Castle. You'll also find Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Messums Wiltshire within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at The Benett Arms?
As of Mar 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Benett Arms on Mar 7, 2026 start from $153, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Will I be able to park at The Benett Arms?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.
Does The Benett Arms include a casino?
No, The Benett Arms doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at The Benett Arms?
No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Benett Arms?
There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including a bar, a restaurant, and proposal/romance packages.
Does The Benett Arms have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.
Does The Benett Arms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Yes, The Benett Arms serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.
Will The Benett Arms allow pets to stay for free?
Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Benett Arms for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.
Does The Benett Arms have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.
Where is the closest airport to The Benett Arms?
The closest major airport to The Benett Arms is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 23.1 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Benett Arms?
Yes, some guestrooms at The Benett Arms offer a porch and may feature garden views.
The Benett Arms Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Deborah
Traveled with partner
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
We realised that the current owners only took over in May this year, but the room could have done with a really good deep clean and even though they didn’t make the bedding it would have been nice for clean cups for tea/coffee
Deborah
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Terence
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
In need of TLC
Basic room as expected but very poor lighting, dirty windows, lack of attention to detail (light bulbs filthy and some not working, no evidence of dusting skirtings), general grubbiness, particularly in the bathroom which is long overdue a refit - washbasin cracked, grout dirty, blackmould around shower screen, broken bath panel.
Terence
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, lovely room, great service and lovely helpful staff.
John
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025