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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

3.0 star property
City-center Dorchester hotel with bar/lounge

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Front of property
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $61
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2025

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dinosaur Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hardy's Cottage - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 12 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 103 min drive
  • Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
  • Dorchester South Station - 11 min walk
  • Maiden Newton Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee 1 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Located near a train station, Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is a great choice for a stay in Dorchester. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 15 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (818 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1756
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 71
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 31

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Thomas Hardy Bar - This bar specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 15 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Wessex Royale
Wessex Royale Dorchester
Sleeping Bear Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Dorchester Minotel
Minotel Dorchester
Minotel Hotel Wessex Royale
Minotel Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Dorchester
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 15 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester like?
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is in the heart of Dorchester, a short 8-minute walk from Dorchester West Station and 7 minutes' walk from Dinosaur Museum.

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Pleasant stay
Stayed for a couple of nights here when visiting family. Comfortable rooms and all very clean. Lots of great places nearby for breakfast (nothing at the hotel but they do have complimentary hot drinks available). Friendly staff and easy check in and check out. Dodnt use the hotel parking but usedparking the pay and display just a couple of minutes walk away.
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

George, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, excellent location
It was all excellent, the hotel is in great condition and perfectly located to wander around town, on-site parking is a bit limited. There is no food at the Hotel but there are heaps of places to eat within a few minutes walk. The only reason I scored one of the criteria down a bit was the lack of onsite meals, but in reality, and with the abundance of options nearby it really wasn't a concern. .
David, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great stay, not sure about the ongoing changes
Really nice stay. Lovely staff and nice breakfast in the morning. The bar is good too with a comfortable sitting area. Disappointed to hear the breakfast area is going, I'm a returning customer but will need to consider options next time as I enjoy breakfast onsite.
Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Value and super service
The whole stay was excellent . Staff so friendly to help . The rooms and beds are so comfortable . Thou I didnt eat here as I went out all my experience from start to finish was positive . Great location walking distance all bars and restaurants and local sites . Small car park at rear if get there early then space can be available other then that it would be public parking but this didnt put me off as hotel was great . Beware no lifts but very helpful staff :)
Tracey, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Room beautifully appointed and comfortable. Bathroom really spacious and well designed. Well lit
Adrian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Hotel was in a good location and i was lucky enough to get a parking space at the rear of the hotel. Room was clean, spacious and comfortable. Will stay again next time i visit Dorchester.
angela, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sylvia, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

business trip
massimo, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Good Business Hotel
Business trip to the area and stayed for two nights. Nice hotel with a comfortable bar/lounge and a great breakfast.
David, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Checkin was not great. I had booked 4 rooms. Three of the guests were named but the fourth was not specified. I made an assumption that all four rooms would be booked under my name but on arrival the receptionist said there were only two rooms under my name. The other two were booked under the named guests which the receptionist found difficult to locate. Also, there was very scant parking and the bar was expensive.
M, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!
Great hotel in the center of the town. Late arrival but warmly welcomed by Graham. Excellent breakfast, very attractive contemporary decor and lovely staff.
Jeanne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

returning customer
business frequent stay
massimo, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hotel is an old building that was renovated to modern standards. The room was nice. As it didn't have air conditioning the downside was only one window in our room could be opened as the other didn't work. Alsothe floor was uneven as it probably was not leveled but just covered with new carpet. The renovated bathroom was first class though.
Patrick, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Great location. Comfortable room. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast. Will be back.
1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice Hotel
Nice hotel on the high street, good breakfast and nice lounge/bar area. Only downsides were the bed wasn’t very comfortable and a lot of road noise. I would stay again but facing away from the road.
David, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All the staff were top notch
Robert, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice hotel to stay whilst in the area. Would definitely recommend and come back.
David, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Some constructive criticisms but we will come back
Disappointed that when rooms are serviced each day the bed is no longer made--simply "pulled up" was the reply when we queried this at reception. On previous visits to your and other hotels the bed has always been made properly by the hotel staff. If the policy has been changed guests should be made aware of it. Disappointed also that there is no longer a folder of information about he hotel in the room. Guests now have to scan the clever pattern thing. O K for young "with it technos" but my wife and I are of an age where a piece of paper is what we need--but we survived and found out everything we needed to know by asking-- a bit old fashioned I know but it works. We spoke to about a dozen members of staff during our three night stay. To a man/woman they were all very pleasant, helpful, prepared to chat, give advice about the local area etc. They came across as being very happy at their work and are obviously working together as a good team. If the bed in Room 108 had been set a few more inches away from the window the chair with arms would not be in the way. However it is good to have two comfortable chairs in the room. We found the library area was an excellent place to sit and read or do crosswords. Breakfast was very good. Good to be offered open mushrooms instead of small button mushrooms. Breakfast menu was good and offered a good variety of choices. Food was cooked freshly and was hot. Good to have toast from an interesting not bog standard sliced .loaf
John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

i was struggling to get a taxi for sunday morning and the receptionist got one straight away excellent service
scott, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very convenient location in downtown Dorchester, good for walking trips around the town. Several museums and historical sites nearby. Very friendly, helpful staff. Nice restaurant for breakfast (no lunch or dinner service). Several restaurant very nearby, easy walk. HOWEVER, very tiny parking lot (accessible from a side street) which can accomodate a maximum of 9 small UK sized cars, so it is easy to find ot full. A large public parking lot is a couple blocks away, and it is possible to find nearby street parking.
Paul, 5-night trip with friends
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