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The Casterbridge

Dorset · United Kingdom

High East Street, 49View location

8.4/10Excellent21 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.2/109.2
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About The Casterbridge

Everyone staying at this accommodation will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at The Casterbridge as it counts with a total of 6 guest rooms. The establishment offers Wi-Fi internet connection in communal areas. The reception desk is not open throughout the day.

A fee may be chargeable for some services.

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With a stay at The Casterbridge in Dorchester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. This family-friendly bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Terracotta Warriors Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms. Conveniences include a turndown service and in-room child care (surcharge), and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Free valet parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 15

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Property uses a professional cleaning service Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
    • The property is professionally cleaned.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests will receive an access code. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    15
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

Nearby attractions

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Terracotta Warriors Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Dinosaur Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Dorset County Museum 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Borough Gardens 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The Keep Military Museum 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Roman Town House 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Maumbury Rings 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Max Gate 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Dorset National Landscape 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
The Avenue Stadium 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Hardy's Cottage 4.3 km / 2.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 6
  • hotel
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • TWIN DELUXE CITY VIEWTWIN • DELUXE CITY VIEWTWN.CV-DX

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    TWIN DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.CV-DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE GARDEN VIEWDBL.DX-GV

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    DOUBLE DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-GV

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  • DOUBLE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • WITH VIEWSDBL.WV

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    DOUBLE WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.WV

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE CITY VIEW KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE CITY VIEW KING BEDDBL.CV-DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE CITY VIEW KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE CITY VIEW KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.CV-DX-KG

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  • TWIN DELUXE GARDEN VIEWTWIN • DELUXE GARDEN VIEWTWN.DX-GV

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    TWIN DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DX-GV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEWDBL.GV

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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Casterbridge

8.4
Excellent
21 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
12 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
16 Jul 2026
colin
Too much traffic noise, most of night, only slept about 3 hours with the window open because room was so hot no fan provided at accommodation or offered by Tony who showed me upstairs. Internal window only opened a bit.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2026
Romeo
Clean room, very quiet, helpful staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
John
The property is well located and ideal for restaurants and bars. The service and help is very good and kind. The bed was comfy and a clean tidy room. Overall a good stay
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Gillian

So welcoming!

The hotel is beautiful & in a great location & the bonus of free parking made it a great choice for our stay in Dorchester. The real star of the show was Noorami, she went above & beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We used the lovely lounge & she even brought us some snacks to have with our own wine. We used her recommendations for restaurants & even got some discount when we mentioned her name.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Susan
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.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2025
Alex
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!
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
08 Aug 2025
Sarah
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.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Nicholas

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Excellent room. Lots of nice touches. Great breakfast and very well presented.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Emmanuel
Very clean and safe
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Amanda
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
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Aug 2024
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



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The Casterbridge
High East Street, 49, Dorchester, United Kingdom

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