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The Museum Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel in Blandford Forum with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Farnham, Blandford Forum, England, DT11 8DE
  • Larmer Tree Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Wimborne Minster
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

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Comfort Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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General’s | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

General’s

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 16
  • 6 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Stables | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Stables

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

About the neighborhood

Blandford Forum

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Chettle Play Park, The Museum Inn places you within a few miles (5 km) of Larmer Tree Gardens. This 4-star hotel has 8 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Gold Hill Museum - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Wimborne Minster - 24 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 37 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tisbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cranborne Garden Centre and Tea Rooms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪St Giles House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Horton Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Fleur de Lys Inn - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Museum Inn

Hotel in Blandford Forum with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Museum Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, portable fans, and phones are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Museum Inn Blandford Forum
The Museum Inn Hotel
The Museum Inn Blandford Forum
The Museum Inn Hotel Blandford Forum

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Museum Inn?

The Museum Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Museum Inn?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Museum Inn on Jul 7, 2025 start from $131.15, excluding 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.

What's there to do around The Museum Inn?

This hotel is located in Blandford Forum, close to Larmer Tree Gardens, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, and Pentridge Down. You'll also find Chettle Play Park and Fontmell and Melbury Downs within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Museum Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Museum Inn feature a casino?

No, The Museum Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Museum Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Museum Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Museum Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Museum Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Museum Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Museum Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Museum Inn for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Museum Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Museum Inn?

The closest major airport to The Museum Inn is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 18.4 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Museum Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Museum Inn offer a balcony.

The Museum Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

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

10/10 Excellent

christophe

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

1 night stay 2 stable rooms

From check in to check out and breakfast, was greated with a smile and friendly attitude. Staff where great, beds comfy and breakfast shakshuka and amoothie where delicious!! Amanda and Natalie made breakfast emjoyable and a smile in the morning. 10/10 would recomend this pieceful pub stay in the countryside.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and lovely place to stay. Food on the restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Omg! The pie!

Really friendly place. Friendly locals. Delicious food, especially the pie! Comfortable bed in cosy bedrooms. Will definitely book there again when passing in a few months
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Beautiful traditional English Inn

A beautifully renovated traditional English pub with gorgeous rooms and high class touches like high quality tea, coffee and biscuits in the bedroom. Super King bed - super comfy bedding - warmly decorated. Great chef - dinner was delicious and breakfast very high quality/ would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Characterful hotel in pretty setting

Lovely characterful hotel in pretty countryside setting tucked away in small village. Comfortable beds. Great varied dinner menu with specials board. Room size was perfect for us. Breakfast was really good with varied menu. Efficient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chain hotel makes for expensive stopover

Vey expensive, dinner was disappointing, service poor (since dining room competing with bar regulars), all meals extra charge. Bedside light not working on one side. set in a pleasant village but no local options for meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Not great for business travellers. But overall ok.

WiFi is non existent in the stables. Not great for Business travellers. Food in the restaurant was fairly bland, chicken shawarma was flavourless. Rooms were a little tired. If I’d have come with my wife for a nice trip it would have been fine but for business it was below par.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place. Room was lovely with a great bathroom and good shower. We had a super meal in the evening with wine all very reasonably priced! Would recommend and can't wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a few days here to celebrate our anniversary and explore Dorset and surrounding area, we visited some National Trusts. The Museum Inn was in an ideal position. The staff were all very friendly, food was excellent, the room we have was “The Catch” very large, clean and comfortable. We have an electric car that we were able to charge on the property which was very useful. My only concern was the choice of carpet colour in the restaurant and breakfast room, being very pale it was showing a lot of marks where things had been spilt, apart from the it was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

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

Not bad but could be better

Nice place and nice staff. Nice coffee but no milk in room . Breakfast a little late for me as quoted 8.30 and needed to have left by 8am.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. We were late arriving, due to the Cannel Island ferry breaking down in Guernsey harbour, but we were still able to have an evening meal, which was very nice in itself, and very welcome. The staff were very pleasant, and the room very comfortable. Tim served the breakfast, and is the perfect host. It is a most picturesque location, and we will most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie

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

Great people, room, food. No phone signal or WiFi

Great people and friendly service, lovely room, great breakfasts and we ate one night in the pub as well and the burgers are very good. Great gf bread. Really good vegan and veggie options too but worth knowing if you are that the inn is shooting and hunting themed- our room was called “The chase” and had a picture of a fox/drag hunt - hunter on horse and dogs -facing the bed. The breakfast room is v nice with pictures of shotguns and pheasants. Lovely residents room as well. Lovely quiet place in a little beautiful village. No phone signal or WiFi, only able to connect on the last night of 5 - the sign up page never appeared until then so we had no connectivity at all while we were there. For a couple of reasons this was a real problem for us, if it’s not a problem for you then this is a lovely place. The room had some low humming from I think the extractor fan outside it but I only had to pop earplugs in one night and I am q sensitive to noise. They also offer a breakfast to go option if you have to leave earlier than breakfast time. We arranged for one but it didn’t appear and I didn’t hear back why, I assume just human error which happens and is fine but thinking you are going on the road with bacon sarnies and them then not being there is worse than just not having them! No fridge in the room but they do provide fresh milk on request, incl oat milk :) Great toiletries in rooms and a hairdryer. Comfy bed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Lovely room. Great bar and outside area. Diner and breakfast was top quality. Staff were so friendly and efficient. Thank you This is a really dog friendly pub! We will certainly return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Wonderful

Beautiful pub/inn with wonderful staff. Great location for visiting the area. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MISS

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena

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

Just lovely !

Lovely warm welcome from staff member even though we were late arriving. Lovely late drink in the bar. Lovely (and huge !) room and bathroom. Lovely breakfast. Lovely service. Altogether a really a lovely short stay. (Only minor negative - the wifi was poor to non-existent esp in the bedroom - not a major issue for us, but could have been for some especially as there was negligible mobile reception)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food. Helpful staff. Quaint place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great stay in the English Countryside

We stayed here on our way from Newquay to the airport stopping at Durdle Door. The service and breakfast was great! We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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