West Dorset District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Dorset District
The Royal Lion Hotel
All great.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Half Moon, Sherborne by Marston's Inns
Parking was nice and easy . Breakfast was fresh but laking healthy options. Room wasn’t particularly clean . The skirting boards had a layer on dust and dirt and toilet was brown and had stains . Bed covers also had marks. Long hairs on bed.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
George Albert Hotel & Spa
Great size room, cot provided. We were pre-warned of Christmas parties being on over the weekend and had been put further away from an potential noise, we didn't hear a thing and weren't disturbed at all.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Okanagan
52 Fernhill Heights
Been here a few times close for fossil hunting at charmouth and Lyme Regis Always get a car space Could do with bedside cabinet in 2 big rooms to put bedside light on right pain having to get out of bed to turn light off Never tried the pool
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Waltham House
Check West Dorset District hotel availability
Popular places to visit
Abbotsbury Swannery
Admire the stunning countryside and the lake in this unique swannery initially set up by Benedictine Monks in the 11th century.
Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens
Wander through these luxurious gardens, where the exotic and unusual flowers are reminiscent of the tropics.
Cerne Abbas Giant
Towering over the countryside and shrouded in mystery, Britain's largest chalk drawing is a curious and compelling destination.
Maiden Castle
Enjoy spectacular views and discover fascinating history at one of England's largest Iron Age hill forts, home to temples, battlements and ancient burial sites.
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its cosy cafes.
