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A restaurant with a large copper dome, wooden tables, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A bar with copper tap handles, a sign reading "Fursy Fergret," and a "Seedors Gold" beer tap.

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden staircase, and bar stools.

1. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

2.2 km from Dinosaur Museum

Dominic

฿3,640

฿4,368 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a stained glass lamp.

A neatly made bed with white and striped pillows, a light blue quilt, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp beside it.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden side table, and a white radiator.

A brick house with a wooden door, white-framed windows, and a garden with colorful flowers.

2. The Brewers Arms

5.2 km from Dinosaur Museum

Tracy

฿4,086

฿4,903 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A four-poster bed with a plaid blanket, white bedding, and decorative pillows. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a framed map on the wall.

A wooden playground structure with a yellow slide and climbing elements.

A plate with fish and chips, lemon wedges, and two small bowls of condiments.

A cozy room with a grey sofa, a wooden chair, a small round table, and two framed botanical prints on the wall.

3. The Marquis of Lorne

18.4 km from Dinosaur Museum

Paul

฿5,201

฿6,241 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

4. Chandlers Nook

16.3 km from Dinosaur Museum

฿14,474

฿17,369 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A table with a view of a beach and the Olympic rings sculpture.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, two chairs, a round table, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

A coastal landscape with a natural rock arch formation, a sandy beach, and grassy cliffs.

A hotel sign with "The Heights Hotel" and a "Welcome" sign below it.

5. Heights Hotel

17.7 km from Dinosaur Museum

Ann

฿5,526

฿6,631 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A room with a wooden floor, a pool table, a bench, and a mural of a beach.

A fireplace with a brick surround and a decorative stone piece in the center.

A hotel entrance with a fire exit sign, a door with a "Shut" sign, and a "Jurassic World" sign on the door.

A bar area with a wooden counter and five stools, a blue door, and a mural of a beach scene.

6. Jurassic Bay Holidays

11 km from Dinosaur Museum

Daniel

฿3,109

฿4,851 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A traditional pub with a clock, wooden beams, and outdoor seating.

The Smugglers Inn with a traditional thatched roof, a visible clock, and a sign for Hall & Woodhouse.

A wooden tray with various tea and coffee products, including Twinings and Arriba brands, and Nescafe Gold packets.

A bedroom with a white metal bed frame, a white upholstered chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

7. The Smugglers Inn

9.8 km from Dinosaur Museum

Kenneth

฿6,215

฿7,458 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the countryside, and a skylight above.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a parking lot and greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp on each table, and a large picture above the bed.

A two-story house with a garage, a small outdoor seating area, and a car parked in front.

8. Durdle Door Hotel

16.5 km from Dinosaur Museum

dario

฿5,459

฿6,551 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A view from a window overlooking a busy street with a beach and ocean in the background.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

A beachfront apartment building with ivy-covered walls, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "BEACHVIEW APARTMENT".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a window with a view of the beach.

9. Fairhaven Hotel

11.8 km from Dinosaur Museum

Anne

฿3,455

฿4,146 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, clear poolside railing, and a no diving sign.

An indoor patio area with a stone wall, a white fence, and a row of metal chairs.

A bar area with a tap system, shelves of liquor bottles, and a display of beer taps.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two chairs, a wine glass, a bottle, and a vase with flowers.

10. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

10.5 km from Dinosaur Museum

Nigel

฿3,998

฿4,798 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A beach with a statue, people, and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a mirror, a television, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Alexandra" above the entrance. There are outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs.

11. Alexandra Hotel

11.9 km from Dinosaur Museum

sheelagh

฿3,432

฿4,119 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent sign for 'The George Red & Breakfast'.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a fireplace, and a mirror on the wall.

12. The George B&B

10.4 km from Dinosaur Museum

Edward

฿4,086

฿4,903 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A traditional thatched-roof building with a white picket fence, labeled "CASTLE INN PUB & ROOMS," featuring outdoor seating and planters.

A door with the number 8 and the words "Tossil Forest" in gold lettering.

A cozy room with a grey armchair, a small wooden table with a kettle, and a coffee machine.

A bedroom with a brick fireplace, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

13. Castle Inn

16.5 km from Dinosaur Museum

anne

฿6,420

฿7,704 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a gas stove, and a window with blinds.

A picnic setup with a hanging fire pit and a wooden bench under a tree.

A harbor with boats, a building labeled 'The George Inn,' and a clear sky.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a glass cabinet.

14. The Hideaway

9.9 km from Dinosaur Museum

฿16,419

฿19,703 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A building with a green door and a sign that reads "DRIFTWOOD BED & BREAKFAST".

A mirror with a wooden frame mounted on a wall.

A reception desk with a plant, a sign, and a stack of magazines.

A room with a dark blue sofa, a green and white striped pillow, and a wooden dresser.

15. Driftwood B&B

11.5 km from Dinosaur Museum

Andrew

฿4,458

฿4,458 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A coastal landscape with white cliffs and a sandy beach.

A spa and beauty reception area with a stone wall, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows, and a view of the garden.

A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple illuminated drink dispensers, and a variety of bottles in the background.

16. George Albert Hotel & Spa

14.7 km from Dinosaur Museum

Dean

฿3,546

฿4,255 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, nightstands, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a television on the wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror above it, and a towel rack with a brown towel.

A building with a sign for 'Railway Tavern' and 'Free House'.

17. The Clifton Hotel

11.2 km from Dinosaur Museum

Caroline

฿4,903

฿4,903 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A grassy area with a view of a calm body of water and distant landforms.

A row of terraced houses with distinct pastel colors, a brick wall, and a paved street.

A harbor with boats docked, buildings along the waterfront, and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a TV, a radiator, and a white chair.

18. Lobster Cottage

12.2 km from Dinosaur Museum

Sharon

฿18,831

฿22,598 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A cozy, rustic interior with wooden beams, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A pub named "The Red Lion" with outdoor seating and illuminated signage.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

19. The Red Lion

12.3 km from Dinosaur Museum

Vicky

฿3,204

฿3,845 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A coastal area with a beach, boats, and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a framed picture on the wall.

A dining area with a white table and chairs, a potted plant, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

20. Marina Vista

12.7 km from Dinosaur Museum

"Great, well appointed apartment which is very central. Can be quite noisy at night especially having to have the windows open when it’s hot. Seemed to be a popular location for late night drinkers to have heart to hearts in the wee hours. Can’t fault the apartment, it had everything you could need. Minutes away from the town and beach. On the rainy days we had there were even board games for kids which my son loved. Thanks for a great stay. "

฿24,969

฿29,963 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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Top Dinosaur Museum Hotel Reviews

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very friendly & helpful. Room usual excellent standard with a lovely comfortable big bed. Will keep coming back here as our favourite hotel in Dorchester!"

Fairhaven Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room with a fan on when we arrived, which was great given the heat. Friendly, helpful staff and the food in the pub was good too."

Yalbury Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"This is the second time I have stayed due to the convenient location for work. I’ve had the warmest arrival on both occasions. The room was lovely. The bed extremely comfy. And the little touches such as fresh milk and brownies are a bonus treat. Exceptional."

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

8/10 Good

"The toilet roll holder was little bit out of reach and the 3rd floor hallway carpet had a big stain on it and only one chair in the room but still four stars"

The Frampton Arms

8/10 Good

"Good value stay. Had dinner and girls serving were kind and efficient. Super good fish and chips. Great shower and njce room (number 1) wirh aircon ! Only very marginal improvements advised: use a scented cleaner so that when there is no bleach smell in the air at breakfast, try to find some fly repellant (I know that innthr countryside is not easy...) and pass a clean damp cloth after spraying cleaners on tables or they remain sticky. As I said, minor improvements to get 5 stars but highly commended"

Old Ship Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely time, great room and great sleep"

The Casterbridge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely Georgian house in Dorchester High Street. Parking available nearby. Nicely decorated and spotlessly clean room, Residents lounge if you want somewhere quiet to read. Good breakfast. Host very friendly and provides good information on things to do in the area and recommendations for places to eat nearby. We stayed four nights and thoroughly enjoyed our visit."

Coach House Inn

8/10 Good

"Bar area and restaurant well looked after,"

The Little Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Clean cottage, great location, comfortable beds."

Other attractions near Dinosaur Museum

A golden throne with intricate hieroglyphs and two figures in traditional Egyptian attire.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

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

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A grassy hill with a dirt path leading up to a building.

Maumbury Rings

History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester.

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Terracotta Warriors Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Terracotta Warriors Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Borough Gardens

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Borough Gardens, a lovely green space in Dorchester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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Roman Town House

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dorchester when you spend time at Roman Town House. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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The Keep Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at The Keep Military Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Max Gate

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Max Gate, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dinosaur Museum?

Dinosaur Museum is located in a welcoming area of Dorchester known for its beautiful beaches and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 32 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Dinosaur Museum?

Adjacent to Dinosaur Museum, Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and conference space. Other good choices close by include The Casterbridge and Old Ship Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Dinosaur Museum?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dinosaur Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dinosaur Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Dinosaur Museum.

What can I see and do near Dinosaur Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Dorset Teddy Bear Museum or Terracotta Warriors Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Maiden Castle, Hardy's Cottage and Roman Town House. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Dorset National Landscape, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens or Borough Gardens.

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Our top choices for Dinosaur Museum hotels

1. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

2. The Brewers Arms

3. The Marquis of Lorne

4. Chandlers Nook

5. Heights Hotel

6. Jurassic Bay Holidays

7. The Smugglers Inn

8. Durdle Door Hotel

9. Fairhaven Hotel

10. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

11. Alexandra Hotel

12. The George B&B

13. Castle Inn

14. The Hideaway

15. Driftwood B&B

16. George Albert Hotel & Spa

17. The Clifton Hotel

18. Lobster Cottage

19. The Red Lion

20. Marina Vista

Top Dinosaur Museum Hotel Reviews

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Fairhaven Hotel

Yalbury Cottage

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

The Frampton Arms

Old Ship Inn

The Casterbridge

Coach House Inn

The Little Cottage

Other attractions near Dinosaur Museum

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

Maumbury Rings

Terracotta Warriors Museum

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

Borough Gardens

Roman Town House

The Keep Military Museum

Max Gate

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