What is the most popular destination in Dorset?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Lyme Regis (43% of total searches to Dorset). The next most popular destinations are Bournemouth (29%) and Swanage (29%). Visit our Dorset page for the latest deals!

Dorset Hotels: Compare Hotels in Dorset from R10 792/night on KAYAK

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Latest Dorset Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARLyme Regis

3 stars from R1 170

4+ stars from R2 469

Bournemouth

3 stars from R721

4+ stars from R805

Swanage

3+ stars from R1 282

Best Dorset hotels

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.3Good(3846)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R1 089+

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Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

8.1Very Good(3008)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R1 870+

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Carrington House Hotel

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.1Okay(3199)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

R836+

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ibis Styles Bournemouth

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.0Good(712)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R2 503+

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Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

8.1Very Good(2998)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R1 325+

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The Green House

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

Free Wi-Fi

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

6.7Okay(2631)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

R898+

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Cumberland Hotel - Oceana Collection

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.5Good(3011)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R1 357+

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Hotel Miramar

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

8.4Very Good(892)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R1 830+

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The Hermitage Hotel - Oceana Collection

Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom

7.7Good(2408)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

R1 775+

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Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Downtown

8.5Very Good(2872)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R1 859+

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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 R858/night. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at R2 937/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 R858/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R2 306/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 R601, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R852. The cheapest room found overall was for R601.

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 R617 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R617 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R906 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Dorset?

Book at least 63 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Dorset hotel.

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4 stars and above

3 stars

2 stars and below

Average price (weeknight)	R1 712
Average price (weekend night)	R1 927

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 May.
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, Tuesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Dorset for 2 days.

What is the most popular destination in Dorset?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Lyme Regis (43% of total searches to Dorset). The next most popular destinations are Bournemouth (29%) and Swanage (29%).