About this property
A 3-minute walk from Dorchester West Train Station, The Junction is a Marston’s Inn offering bed and breakfast in this historic Dorset town. Stylishly furnished rooms have free Wi-Fi and the ground floor location offers disabled access. Each room has an private bathroom, flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, desk, tea and coffee and complementary bottled water. A hearty breakfast is served to guests each morning. The inn serves a wide choice of classic pub food. Sandwiches, salads and light meals are joined by main courses including Wiltshire ham, egg and chips and British beef and Marston’s Ale pie. The market town of Dorchester is well-known as the former home of author Thomas Hardy, and was the inspiration for his novel ‘The Mayor of Casterbridge’. The Roman Town House is a local attraction, along with Maiden Castle around 2 miles from the town center. outside garden area installed Very Limited Parking Drop off point but may have to use public car park only 328 feet from hotel two minute walk.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Martin
Netherlands
“The location's excellent, located near the city center. Staff has been very helpful and accommodating. The food's great, whether you need an evening meal or breakfast. The room is very decent and spacious, and the bed is comfortable.” - Alan
United Kingdom
“Good size bedroom. Clean. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant staff. Great location.” - Paul
United Kingdom
“A warm friendly place perfectly situated in Dorchester, where the manager was very welcoming and ensured his guests were looked after without fussing.” - Jan
United Kingdom
“Nice clean and spacious twin room. Good facilities, tea & coffee and biscuits. En suite clean. Breakfast was good and plentiful - we had a full English.” - Dawn
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was good and catered for a vegetarian and vegans. The accommodation was in the centre of Dorchester and within walking distance of all amenities.” - John
United Kingdom
“Good breakfasts, ease of access to the shops, restaurants, and a morning walk.” - Vici
United Kingdom
“The bed was super comfortable, lots of space in the rooms. Hot shower” - Colin
New Zealand
“Staff were brilliant - super friendly. and informative” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“Very pleasant night stay, super friendly staff at bar and breakfast. Comfy bed. Large room and bathroom walk in shower big enough for my 6ft 6 husband. Good white towels provided.” - Simon
United Kingdom
“Centrally located and very easy to find ,This Hotel was ok for a one night stop .Food was Standard fare ,nothing Exceptional,But the Beers seemed to be kept well .”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Junction Hotel
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
If you require check-in outside the standard times, please contact property using the details on your Booking Confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.