3 stars

The Sydney Arms

11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NG, United Kingdom
Dorchester, United Kingdom
See location+44 130 575 1696
From
R1 650
Cheapest

rate per night

7,3
Good
based on 497 reviews
497 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 650

Overview

Set in Dorchester and with Monkey World reachable within 24 km, The Sydney Arms offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 29 km from Golden Cap, 39 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Poole Harbour. The accommodation features evening entertainment and luggage storage space. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at The Sydney Arms also have a city view. You can play darts at the accommodation. Bournemouth International Centre is 46 km from The Sydney Arms, while Sandbanks is 46 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 47 km away.
7,3
Good rating
Based on 497 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Sydney Arms

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Pool table
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

General

  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Private check-in/check-out

Reviews of The Sydney Arms

7.3
Good
497 verified ratings
Wonderful
100
Very good
87
Good
87
Okay
49
Fair
50
Mediocre
36
Poor
88

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff, making them feel welcome. However, many reviews highlighted significant issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and bathrooms. Some guests also mentioned noise from the pub below, which affected their sleep. Overall, while the hotel has potential, it requires considerable improvements in maintenance and cleanliness.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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Location

11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NG

What's nearby

  • Dorset County Hospital161 m
  • The Keep Military Museum176 m
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition0.5 km
  • Roman Town House0.5 km
  • Dorset County Museum0.6 km
  • Maumbury Rings0.8 km
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum0.9 km
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum0.9 km
  • The Dinosaur Museum1 km
  • The Avenue Stadium1.5 km
  • Maiden Castle2.7 km
  • Cerne Abbas Giant11.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at The Sydney Arms

  • Where is The Sydney Arms located?

    The Sydney Arms is located at 11 Bridport Road, 0,4 km from the centre of Dorchester. Dorset County Hospital is the closest landmark to The Sydney Arms.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Sydney Arms?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Sydney Arms.

  • Does The Sydney Arms offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Sydney Arms offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Sydney Arms from the airport?

    The Sydney Arms is 43,1 km from Bournemouth. The Sydney Arms is 68,2 km from Exeter.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7,8
0,4 km
Bournemouth
43,1 km

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