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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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Escape to The Casterbridge, a haven for families and adventure-seekers alike. Here, you can unwind with a massage at the spa or enjoy the fresh air on the golf course and cycling trails. With free WiFi in public areas, childcare services for added peace of mind, an area shuttle service to help you explore nearby points of interest like parks and music venues. Take advantage of bike rentals to ride through scenic routes or play tennis indoors before relaxing in the garden.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
49 High East Street, Dorchester, England, DT1 1HU

What's nearby

  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dinosaur Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Roman Town House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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

Upscale family-friendly bed & breakfast
At The Casterbridge, you can look forward to a golf course, an airport shuttle, and a free grocery shopping service. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an indoor tennis court
  • An area shuttle, express check-out, and express check-in
Extra amenities include:
  • Childcare services and daily housekeeping

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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 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Casterbridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Casterbridge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Casterbridge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 50.0.

Where is The Casterbridge located?

This family-friendly Dorchester bed & breakfast is steps from Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Terracotta Warriors Museum, and Dinosaur Museum. Borough Gardens and Tutankhamun: The Exhibition are also within 10 minutes. Dorchester South Station is 13 minutes by foot and Dorchester West Station is 13 minutes.

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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

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

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

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

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

Emmanuel

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

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

Amanda

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

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025