What is the most popular destination in Dorset?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Dorchester (47% of total searches to Dorset). The next most popular destinations are Weymouth (27%) and Swanage (13%). Searches for hotels in Lyme Regis (13%) are also popular.

How much is a cheap hotel in Dorset?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in Dorset for as cheap as R2 411 ( Bournemouth ) in the last 3 days. The average price is R3 687.

Dorset Hotels: Compare Hotels in Dorset from R11 621/night on KAYAK

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Latest Dorset Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARDorchester

3 stars from R1 548

4+ stars from R2 104

Weymouth

3 stars from R1 330

5+ stars from R2 289

Swanage

3 stars from R2 222

5+ stars from R3 366

Lyme Regis

3 stars from R3 198

4+ stars from R3 265

Bournemouth

3 stars from R922

4+ stars from R1 216

Poole

3 stars from R1 010

4+ stars from R2 883

Best Dorset hotels

These are the best prices for 1-2 Aug.

Carrington House Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.0Okay(4077)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R1 919+

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Royal Bath Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.2Good(5166)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R2 448+

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The Fairhaven Hotel

Weymouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.7Good(2014)

Free Wi-Fi

R2 428+

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Heathlands Hotel Bournemouth

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.7Okay(3086)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R2 025+

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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG

Poole, ENG, United Kingdom

8.0Very Good(3785)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R3 335+

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Sandbanks Hotel

Poole, ENG, United Kingdom

7.5Good(1993)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R6 079+

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Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch

Christchurch, ENG, United Kingdom

8.4Very Good(2243)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

R5 972+

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The Pines Hotel

Swanage, ENG, United Kingdom

8.7Very Good(3354)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R5 335+

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Durley Dean

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.3Good(3395)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R2 582+

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The Royal Lion Hotel

Lyme Regis, ENG, United Kingdom

8.5Very Good(1202)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R4 769+

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Grand Hotel Swanage

Swanage, ENG, United Kingdom

8.1Very Good(1734)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

R5 182+

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George Albert Hotel

Dorchester, ENG, United Kingdom

8.5Very Good(621)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R2 242+

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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Dorset

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Dorset with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Dorset?

Hotels are cheapest in Dorset in December, with average rates of R901/night. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at R3 329/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Dorset?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Dorset, with an average nightly price of R901/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R3 329/night.

How much is a hotel in Dorset for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Dorset found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was R1 246, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R1 464. The cheapest room found overall was for R1 246.

How much is a hotel in Dorset for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Dorset for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for R1 134 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R1 134 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R1 883 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Dorset?

Book at least 59 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Dorset accommodation.

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4 stars and above

3 stars

2 stars and below

Average price (weeknight)	R2 579
Average price (weekend night)	R3 266

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Dorset, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Dorset in December and July.
Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Dorset if you stay on a Monday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Dorset found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R3 329, while the most expensive was R3 329.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Dorset for 4 days.

What is the most popular destination in Dorset?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Dorchester (47% of total searches to Dorset). The next most popular destinations are Weymouth (27%) and Swanage (13%). Searches for hotels in Lyme Regis (13%) are also popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in Dorset?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in Dorset for as cheap as R2 411 (Bournemouth) in the last 3 days. The average price is R3 687.