The Casterbridge

Property class: 4

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Consider a stay at The Casterbridge and take advantage of a golf course, an airport shuttle, and a free grocery shopping service. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is ₩154,805
₩198,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16

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A four-poster canopy bed with a floral headboard, a small round table with a lamp, and a chair with a cushion.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a window with curtains, and a television on the wall.

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, and a window.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a green blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and a checkered headboard.

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a door, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Dorchester, The Casterbridge is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Durdle Door. Traveling with kids? Consider Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, or check out an event or a game at The Avenue Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding. Visit our Dorchester travel guide
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Map
49 High East Street, Dorchester, England, DT1 1HU

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a large stained glass window and a sign for the Tutankhamun exhibition.
    Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dinosaur Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Roman Town House
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station
    13 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coffee #1
    8 min walk
  • The Cornish Bakery
    3 min walk
  • Kings Arms
    2 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Convivial Rabbit
    5 min walk

About this property

The Casterbridge

  • Upscale family-friendly bed & breakfast
  • At The Casterbridge, you can look forward to a golf course, an airport shuttle, and a free grocery shopping service. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
  • Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
    • Free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking
    • Bike rentals, an indoor tennis court, and an area shuttle
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and karaoke
  • Extra amenities include:
  • Childcare services and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Casterbridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Casterbridge?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Casterbridge on Nov 15, 2026 start from ₩154,805, excluding 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?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Casterbridge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Casterbridge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 50.0.

Where is The Casterbridge located?

This family-friendly Dorchester bed & breakfast is steps from Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Terracotta Warriors Museum, and Dinosaur Museum. Dorset County Museum and Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum are also within 5 minutes. Dorchester South Station is 13 minutes by foot and Dorchester West Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

The Casterbridge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great Host, great central location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very quiet, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely, suitably large with 2 good wardrobes and a light over the dressing table mirror. The mattress was very comfortable and table water was always available. Breakfast was served in the conservatory with a lovely view of the enclosed garden. We ventured away from the Full English to try the omelettes which were delicious! The owner, Noorani Willamson is charming, chatty and very knowledgable about the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Casterbridge after our hike from Lulworth Cove. The room was excellent and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is well located and ideal for restaurants and bars. The service and help is very good and kind. The bed was comfy and a clean tidy room. Overall a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Excellent room. Lots of nice touches. Great breakfast and very well presented.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So welcoming!

The hotel is beautiful & in a great location & the bonus of free parking made it a great choice for our stay in Dorchester. The real star of the show was Noorami, she went above & beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We used the lovely lounge & she even brought us some snacks to have with our own wine. We used her recommendations for restaurants & even got some discount when we mentioned her name.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay in the Casterbridge Hotel. It was a last minute booking, but that didnt worry the lovely owner. The hotel was beautiful and clean, we stayed in a room with a four poster bed which was amazing. The hotel decor is in keeping with the age of the building and looks beautiful. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and helpful on the best places to eat and things to do in and around Dorchester. Breakfast was delicious, freshly cooked and local produce, pleanty of choice. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Staff & service
Too much traffic noise, most of night, only slept about 3 hours with the window open because room was so hot no fan provided at accommodation or offered by Tony who showed me upstairs. Internal window only opened a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A step into a bygone era of English elegance combined with a peaceful spiritual element. Noorani and Tony are perfect hosts with a great knowledge of Dorchester. My room was stunning and breakfast in the conservatory a delight, would love to revisit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 night stay in Dirchester

Fantastic stay lovely hostess really went the extra mile to make our short break very special. Excellent breakfast and the surrondings were all in keeping. The room was very comfortable and quiet. Central location in Dorchester with all its history & museums and some really nice restaurants in easy walking distance Also a good base if you're exploring the surrounding area. You have Corfe Castle & Swanage within an hours drive.
Fruit with yogurt
Full English
Omelette
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this mini hotel. The owners were lovely, the place was charming, I had to leave early so can’t comment on breakfast….. however, the bed was lousy. Tired old mattresses with collapsed springs on one side - if there’d been two of us it would have been a disaster for one of us! Pillows were rock hard. It’s a real shame. But the room itself was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Bizarre

Very strange place. Eccentric rule about NO SHOES in bedrooms. Odd ability only to serve me breakfast at 9.45 in an empty restaurant Bizzare parking arrangemnts off-site All door locks work backwards And finally , protracted argumets with manager who disputed whether I had prepaid (I had), and whether I had paid for breakfast (I had) An absentee owner was barking orders into his phone while I discusse all this All in all a very eccentric stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025