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Latest Dorset Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARDorchester
3 stars from R1 293
4+ stars from R1 608
Weymouth
3 stars from R1 061
4+ stars from R1 741
Bournemouth
3 stars from R696
4+ stars from R827
Lyme Regis
3+ stars from R2 205
Poole
3 stars from R962
4+ stars from R2 006
Christchurch
3 stars from R680
4+ stars from R1 376

Best Dorset hotels

These are the best prices for Oct 31 - Nov 1.
Royal Bath Hotel - Bournemouth - Lounge
Royal Bath Hotel
Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom
7.0Good(5795)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 305+
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Fairhaven Hotel - Weymouth - Bathroom
Fairhaven Hotel
Weymouth, ENG, United Kingdom
7.5Good(2129)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 415+
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Sandbanks Hotel - Poole - Patio
Sandbanks Hotel
Poole, ENG, United Kingdom
7.4Good(2176)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R2 727+
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Carrington House Hotel - Bournemouth - Beach
Carrington House Hotel
Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom
6.0Okay(4490)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R978+
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Haven Hotel - Poole - Building
Haven Hotel
Poole, ENG, United Kingdom
7.4Good(2573)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R3 266+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG - Poole - Beach
Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG
Poole, ENG, United Kingdom
8.0Very Good(4004)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 186+
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Durley Dean - Bournemouth - Pool
Durley Dean
Bournemouth, ENG, United Kingdom
7.2Good(3745)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 504+
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Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt - Weymouth - Bar
Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt
Weymouth, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(2538)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R2 555+
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Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch - Christchurch
Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch
Christchurch, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(2334)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R4 414+
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Harbour Heights Hotel - Poole
Harbour Heights Hotel
Poole, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(1717)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R3 088+
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The Duchess of Cornwall - Dorchester - Bedroom
The Duchess of Cornwall
Dorchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.5Very Good(2502)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R3 177+
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The Royal Lion Hotel - Lyme Regis
The Royal Lion Hotel
Lyme Regis, ENG, United Kingdom
8.5Very Good(1309)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R3 385+
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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 R887/night. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at R4 069/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 R887/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R3 279/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 R704, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R931. The cheapest room found overall was for R704.

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 R820 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R820 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R1 101 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Dorset?

Book at least 61 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Dorset accommodation.

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Good to know

Average price (weeknight)

R2 346

Average price (weekend night)

R2 685
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Dorset hotel

  • 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.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Dorset for 5 days.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Dorset

  • What is the most popular destination in Dorset?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Dorchester (44% of total searches to Dorset). The next most popular destinations are Weymouth (25%) and Bournemouth (19%). 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 R1 110 (Bournemouth) in the last 3 days. The average price is R2 247.

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