West Dorset District Travel Guide
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The Royal Lion Hotel
Room was clean, the view was amazing. Breakfast was so good! A wonderful relaxing stay. The hotel has a wonderful old fashioned charm. The biscuits were delicious!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn
All perfect
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

George Albert Hotel & Spa
Lovely clean hotel, two electric car charging points. Lovely food both evening meal and breakfast. Spa was closed. Would I stay again Yes Bathroom was very warm
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

52 Fernhill Heights
The house is lovely. very clean, very useful having 2 loos :) Very quiet and peaceful too. The owners are very friendly. definitely stay there again in the future
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens
Wander through these luxurious gardens, where the exotic and unusual flowers are reminiscent of the tropics.

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 lively bars.

Abbotsbury Swannery
Admire the stunning countryside and the lake in this unique swannery initially set up by Benedictine Monks in the 11th century.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.

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.




