In the heart of Dorchester’s business district, Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel offers a warm welcome. Unwind with a newspaper and connect to WiFi in your room or socialize at the bar. With helpful staff, wedding services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby this hotel is perfect for both work and play.
32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP
What's nearby
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Weymouth Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
Durdle Door - 32 min drive - 24.1 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 - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Royal Oak - 1 min walk
Coffee 1 - 7 min walk
The King's Arms - 4 min walk
Goldies
Costa Coffee - 5 min walk
About this property
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester
When you stay at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour. 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
More about this property
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At a glance
Hotel size
27 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
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
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Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
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 2 minutes' walk from The Keep Military Museum.
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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
A variety of dining options are available nearby, making the lack of a property restaurant no issue. (3 reviews)
Free on-site parking was a convenient bonus for guests. (6 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, good, and fantastic with a wide selection and excellent service. (14 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
We had a fantastic time the room was lovely and the staff we very helpfully.
Simon
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel, nicely set up and well located for everything in town.
Harry
1-night trip
10/10
A lovely hotel in Dorchester located on the high street. No restaurant but so many around us that this was absolutely no issue whatsoever! Very friendly staff, hot drinks available for free, cmfortable room, free overnight car park nearby...we had a lovely stay in this hotel and will definitely stay there next time we are in the area!
Pascale
1-night trip
8/10
Stayed at the sleeping bear as we were visiting lulworth cove for my birthday. Pre paid and booked a parking space at the hotel. Very comfortable bed and unlimited tea and coffee at all hours. Nicely decorated and felt homely and comfortable. A random sock from the previous guest left in our room, although hard to see in the cleaners defence! Good shower and tv in room. Would stay again.
Hayley
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent hotel
Claudenicia
2-night trip
10/10
Great arrived late and keys were left buzzer to get in. All very well organised. Room lovely and fan was on when we arrived as extremely hot. This was a lovely gesture thankyou. 🙂
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Loved the hotel, but do prebook parking behind the hotel, as only 10 spaces
Gary
1-night trip
8/10
Very reasonable price for a hotel in such a central location. It’s clean, comfortable & the staff are very friendly helpful.
Steve
1-night trip
10/10
Good location, friendly reception staff, decent price.
Samantha
1-night trip
10/10
A pleasant stay , helpful staff and charming atmosphere.
Darren
1-night trip
10/10
We booked this stay through hotels.com and communications were good, especially the option to pre book parking as spaces were limited in the parking area behind the hotel.
Check in was pleasant and we were shown to our 3 nice rooms, all a good size, nicely decorated and with modern bathrooms (although I do loathe shower curtains!) and a nice desk to work at. There were kettles in each room with plenty of tea and coffee options.
Although the hotel does not do food there are plenty of options within a few minutes walk and we ate dinner at Kao San Thai, just opposite. There were a couple of guest lounge areas with free tea/coffee facilities and also a bar for the evening. Prices on the Saturday night were expensive but the Sunday night was far more reasonable. Wi-Fi was very good and the rooms were quiet, other than seagulls! The hotel was a good location, both for walking to Dorchester's attractions and exploring the wider area.
Marcus
1-night trip
10/10
Very clean, comfortable room. Pretty quiet considering Main Street location. There’s no food available but space provided to eat your own if you want and plenty of tea and coffee in the lounge. Stayed on a Sunday so it was cheaper price - not sure if it’s worth top dollar but it’s a nicely done place.
Mark
1-night trip
8/10
I missed the point in the information where no meals were available in the hotel. ie no meals at all. `No breakfast or evening meal available.
Elizabeth
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly greeting at reception. We brought our dog and the hotel is truly pet friendly. Very clean and comfortable accommodation.
Phil
1-night trip
8/10
The hotel was clean tidy, and only the occasional noise from other guests moving around the hotel. We had a room at the back, away from the busy main road, so it was very quiet. Situated in the centre of Dorchester, about a 10 minute walk from the train station. A good choice of places to eat nearby.
Giles
2-night trip
8/10
Hotel itself was nice and in a good location for an event we were going to. There isn't much sound proofing between rooms so can be a little noisy at times.
Andrew
1-night trip
10/10
The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Lovely warm atmosphere and they have alternative to milk !
Sophia
1-night trip
10/10
The lady working on reception provided fantastic service.
Ryan
1-night trip
8/10
On arrival we were greeted with a warm a friendly welcome. The hotel was very well presented with wonderful decor and charm. Our rooms were lovely very clean and organised with amazing comfortable beds. Thank you to Lisa and the rest of the team.
Paul
2-night trip
10/10
Only problem was the big rubbish bin was wheeled past my room in the courtyard at 7.30am! Lisa the receptionist was wonderful xx
gillian
1-night trip
10/10
Two night stay visiting for Dorchester Beer festival which was 5 mins walk away. Comfy accommodation. No food but you can bring food in and excellent Wetherspoons 2 mins walk away.
James
2-night trip
10/10
Great stay, very comfy, very close to restaurants & town, with convenient parking nearby - not stayed here before but we will be back - Fabulous!
John
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff in a lovely hotel.
Michael
1-night trip
10/10
A wonderful stay in a spacious room with excellent in room facilites.
The wonderful surprise was the upgrade to our room, and the free access to complimentary teas and coffees in the lounge.
If you wanted food from outside you could use the lounge for that take away.
The staff were super friendly and helpful.
Parking needs to be booked on site prior to arrival but there is a local parking only 5 minutes walk away that is convenient.