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Durdle Door Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wareham, a short walk to Lulworth Cove

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Standard Double Room | Desk, bed sheets
Reception
Superior Double Room, Sea View | Desk, bed sheets
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Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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West Lulworth House, Main Road, West Lulworth, Wareham, England, BH20 5RJ
  • Place, Lulworth Cove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lulworth Cove
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Double Room, Sea View | Desk, bed sheets

Signature Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | Desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Signature Double Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Wareham

Lulworth Cove is a short stroll from Durdle Door Hotel, and other popular attractions like Durdle Door Beach are within a mile (2 km). This 18-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like electric kettles, TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Lulworth Cove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lulworth Castle - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Durdle Door Beach - 9 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Durdle Door - 13 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 15 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lulworth Cove Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frampton Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Smugglers Inn - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Durdle Door Hotel

Hotel in Wareham, a short walk to Lulworth Cove
Durdle Door Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels. Other amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and desks. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5 per day (328 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

West Lulworth House
Durdle Door Hotel Hotel
Durdle Door Hotel Wareham
Durdle Door Hotel Hotel Wareham

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Durdle Door Hotel?

Durdle Door Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Durdle Door Hotel?

This hotel is located in Wareham, just steps from Weymouth Bay and Dorset and East Devon Coast, and within a short walk of Lulworth Cove. You'll also find Lulworth Cove Beach and South West Coast Path Section 51 Trailhead less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Durdle Door Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 5 per day (discounts available).

Does Durdle Door Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Durdle Door Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Durdle Door Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Durdle Door Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Durdle Door Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Durdle Door Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Durdle Door Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Durdle Door Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Durdle Door Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Durdle Door Hotel?

The closest major airport to Durdle Door Hotel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 21.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Durdle Door Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Durdle Door Hotel.

Reviews

Durdle Door Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Nice hotel, wonderful location

Lovely hotel with friendly staff in great location. It has recently been taken over by new management and they are planning on tidying it up, which it needs in some areas. (For example frayed carpet on stairs.) But the room was comfortable and we were upgraded for free to a bigger room as there was space. Trevor and Scott were both ver helpful. Location perfect and next to some great restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Ilford

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building only a few minutes walk from the Cove, with easy access to several restaurants near the water and absolutely lovely staff. Great views and a very quiet area, with access to Durdle Door trails, shared parking access to the lot closer to Durdle Door for those less eager to walk distances (£5 a day for three lots coverage), and a superbly comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All round easy and enjoyable experience from beginning to end. Messaged a request and was fulfilled, what more can you ask for! Lovely room, very friendly and engaging host/s which always makes a difference. Many thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely relaxing stay at the Durdle Door Hotel and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Friendly and informative. The hotel is spotlessly clean and offers an optional continental breakfast. Parking was available at a discounted rate which is very useful. The hotel is walkable to the cove, lots of eating places and the coastal path. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a great location with sea views and the staff were lovely. We werent aware before we arrived that there was no operational bar or restaurant. This area and the terrace were lovely so it was a shame not to be able to eat there but we were advised of other places in the village. Be aware that food serving stops at 8.30pm in Lulworth, we got turned away from 2 places and only just got in at a third! I think the hotel is having a refurb in autumn and we would love to return after this has been done
View from terrace
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yogesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff, great location, absolutely worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Klaus-Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I missed a parking area that belongs to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff, quick and easy checking, clean room and also beautiful views. Would definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Martin, Winchester

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly welcome. Light and airy dining area for breakfast. Window wouldn't open is only gripe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sally

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice welcome but highly overpriced for what you get. Wallpaper peeling, tatty old torn curtains, needs a repaint. The room was very small with old mismatched furniture you might see in a hostel. We were expecting more for £256 a night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely location!

On arrival Rory the General manager was at hand to take our luggage and gave us great Welcome. He was very helpful with information about the area we were in and gave us information about parking and places to eat. The Hotel at the moment is still in the process of being refurbished. So, yes there were a lot of painting, decorating and new carpets to be laid. However, the Dining area is one area that has been done and if the rest of the Hotel is done to that standard it will be excellent. Please don't be out off. We had a good stay here and Rory was a great host. We will be back again. Just so that you know the hotel is a very short walk to Lulworth cove beach and great walks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Lovely location, a few yards from the Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arman

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

100% Recommend!

Perfect place to stay for a weekend, we stayed for two nights (Couple and a dog) in a Standard room. Super close to everything in Lulworth Cove and West Lulworth and very easy to get to via Train from London to Wool and a short bus journey to Lulworth Cove. The service was incredible and very friendly, welcoming and accommodating, offering guidance and advice on things to do and places to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cicek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is excellent very clean and receptionist is very kind. I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! So close to the cove and Durdle Door. Great walking paths and viewpoints nearby. The rooms were comfortable and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel under new ownership, Lovely location, Rory was especially helpful, especially in sorting a parking permit, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahibnoor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place very much, its 1-1.5 mile walk to durdle door
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen Jane

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

Steps. But beautiful.

The hotel staff are lovely, attentive without being cloying. I was late checking in (my family lives in the village and they had picked from Wool train station, and invited me to dinner) The concierge phoned me to check that I was alright. The weather was very wet, and the roads are narrow nearer you get to the bay. I thought that was sweet. When I arrived check in was easy, shown to my lovely big, airy room. A comfy double bed, built in wardrobe, ensuite bathroom with shower. Lovely. I was informed that the breakfast was continental in style rather than a hot breakfast. Not a big issue. My only issue was the amount of steps! Steep steps up to the hotel, and then a lot of short flights up and down to get to my room. Hotel could do with a little touch up here and there but nothing major. But the location was perfect. A five (5) minute slow walk to the cove, two (2) minutes to the restaurant’s and shops, ten (10) minutes to Lulworth. And Durdle door was a (40) forty minute walk (with photo and breathing stops) away .. very worth it. Overall a beautiful hotel, lovely staff. I woke to the sound of bird song and waves. A wonderful way to start the day.
Dining
Entrance to hotel
Room
Room
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

A peaceful retreat

Lulworth Cove can be very busy during the daytime, but when the doctors have left it is a peaceful haven and this girl makes the most of it. With a view out to sea we found this to be a relaxing been of a place with a very reasonably priced simple breakfast offering. It is in bed of some tlc (the carpet on the stairs springs to mind), but otherwise a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, breakfast was a real highlight and excellent value. Subsidised car parking saved a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025