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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel in Dorchester with a bar

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Lounge
Lounge
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Front of property
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AED 311
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May

Room options

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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
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hardy's Cottage - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 14 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 103 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

Hotel in the business district
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester provides amenities like a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Thomas Hardy Bar

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 818 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1756
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 15 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is 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

Is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

As of 5 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester on 5 May 2025 start from $101.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Self parking is available for GBP 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester located?

Located in the heart of Dorchester, this hotel is steps from Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Borough Gardens, and The Keep Military Museum. Roman Town House and Dinosaur Museum are also within 10 minutes. Dorchester West Station is 8 minutes by foot and Dorchester South Station is 11 minutes.

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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 494 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly reception staff, decent price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly greeting at reception. We brought our dog and the hotel is truly pet friendly. Very clean and comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only problem was the big rubbish bin was wheeled past my room in the courtyard at 7.30am! Lisa the receptionist was wonderful xx
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Lovely warm atmosphere and they have alternative to milk !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady working on reception provided fantastic service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous, Fabulous & bloody Fabulous!
Great stay, very comfy, very close to restaurants & town, with convenient parking nearby - not stayed here before but we will be back - Fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel. Everything you need. Walking distance into town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff in a lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautifully clean and welcoming after a long day travelling. A happy friendly welcome when we arrived. Already booked to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Room beautifully appointed and comfortable. Bathroom really spacious and well designed. Well lit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel to stay whilst in the area. Would definitely recommend and come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dorchester
A great hotel in the heart of Dorchester, rooms are large, clean with tea and a coffee machine, bottled water and biscuits. There is also tea and coffe available free of charge near reception for guests. There is also a bar. All staff are friendly and helpful. Parking is limited on site and quite expensive, less expensive options available across the road. No breakfast available in the hotel but they give recommendations for cafes in town. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Business Hotel
Business trip to the area and stayed for two nights. Nice hotel with a comfortable bar/lounge and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was friendly and quiet. Centrally located. The parking space was a bit crowded but adequate. The breakfast was delicious and efficiently served. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

john

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I felt deceived. After arriving and expecting free parking, I was told there is new ownership and no more free parking. I had to go look for somewhere to park my car away from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024