About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Poachers Inn in Dorchester offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features a lounge, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots, providing ample space for relaxation. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves breakfast with an à la carte menu, including full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Additional amenities include a bar and outdoor seating area. Prime Location: Located 47 km from Bournemouth Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Monkey World (24 km) and Athelhampton House (12 km). Free on-site private parking is available for guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was first class 😋 Plenty to choose from on cooked menu even did fried bread gor my husband when he asked if he voukd havexa slice 😋.Variety 😋 of cereals, fruit yogurt, croissants, jams etc. An excellent breakfast
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hosts were very welcoming. The room was comfortable and there was a lovely outdoor swimming pool which we were able to swim in which was very refreshing on a hot day. The food served was good
  • Graeme
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff absolutely lovely and a pleasure to deal with. Restaurant has a nice atmosphere, breakfast very good. We stayed here to watch Iron man, cyclists passed directly in front of hotel.
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly welcome, food was very good and the room was comfortable although bed was a bit firm.
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The all English with fried bread. I'd go just for that. What stands out the most is Ella and Sara. Worked their butts off all weekend behind the bar, taking orders serving . And they were there all of the time. All the time smiling and putting up...
  • Marek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location, accommodation, food and staff! Thank you to Sarah and her team for being so welcoming. Highly recommended and we will definitely be back next year to try the pool, as the weather was not kind to us. But we had a very successful...
  • Marfell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Came to explore some of the Jurassic Coast for August Bank Holiday weekend & was not disappointed!! The Inn was an absolute ideal location, around 30 mins to Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door. The price was outstanding -- The Poachers Inn offers a very...
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great staff. Breakfast was excellent. Great to have food cooked to order instead of a buffet. Very nice pool.
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location, the food was amazing, staff were very friendly and helpful. Exceeded expectations will definitely be returning x thank you for a great stay x
  • Marc
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loads of traditional charm in a beautifully peaceful English rural setting.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Payments by Booking.com
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