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 Bournemouth (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 944 ( Weymouth ) in the last 3 days. The average price is R7 793.

Dorset Hotels: Compare Hotels in Dorset from R9 225/night on KAYAK

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Latest Dorset Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARDorchester

3 stars from R1 265

4+ stars from R1 873

Weymouth

3 stars from R1 169

5+ stars from R1 809

Bournemouth

3 stars from R707

4+ stars from R970

Lyme Regis

3 stars from R2 289

4+ stars from R3 138

Poole

3 stars from R864

4+ stars from R2 433

Christchurch

3 stars from R848

4+ stars from R2 009

Best Dorset hotels

These are the best prices for 1-2 Sep.

Royal Bath Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.1Good(5430)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R1 984+

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Durley Dean

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.2Good(3531)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R1 988+

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Carrington House Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.0Okay(4272)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R1 637+

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Fairhaven Hotel

Weymouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.6Good(2033)

Free Wi-Fi

R1 169+

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Heathlands Hotel Bournemouth

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.7Okay(3198)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R1 679+

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Haven Hotel

Poole, ENG, United Kingdom

7.4Good(2490)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R5 107+

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Sandbanks Hotel

Poole, ENG, United Kingdom

7.3Good(2050)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R4 438+

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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG

Poole, ENG, United Kingdom

8.0Very Good(3868)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R3 389+

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Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch

Christchurch, ENG, United Kingdom

8.4Very Good(2275)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

R5 918+

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The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive

Christchurch, ENG, United Kingdom

9.0Wonderful(1512)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R3 413+

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Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

Weymouth, ENG, United Kingdom

8.2Very Good(2448)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

R2 465+

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The Royal Lion Hotel

Lyme Regis, ENG, United Kingdom

8.5Very Good(1245)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R4 157+

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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 R857/night. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at R3 166/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 R857/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R3 166/night.

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 015 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R1 015 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R1 448 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Dorset?

Book at least 67 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 575
Average price (weekend night)	R3 084

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 166, while the most expensive was R3 166.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Dorset for 5 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 Bournemouth (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 944 (Weymouth) in the last 3 days. The average price is R7 793.