# 261 Family-friendly hotels in Dorset (2026)

> 261 family-friendly hotels in Dorset, best reviewed first — including The Drovers Inn. Ratings, locations and details.

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261 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 31 August 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All hotels and B&Bs in Dorset](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels)

[Dog-friendly 93](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels/dog-friendly) [Families 261](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels/family-friendly) [4-5 star 19](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels/four-and-five-star)

[Arrochar The Drovers Inn ★ 4.4 (5,822) A country pub-hotel in Gussage All Saints near Wimborne Minster, suited to walkers and drivers touring Dorset rather than nightlife seekers.](https://staycation.co.uk/wimborne-minster/hotels/the-drovers-inn) [Weymouth The Smugglers Inn ★ 4.4 (3,893) A characterful old smugglers' pub-inn at Osmington Mills near Weymouth, with sea views, free parking and rooms right by the Jurassic Coast path.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/the-smugglers-inn) [Weymouth Haven Littlesea Holiday Park Dorset ★ 4.3 (3,627) A large family holiday park on the edge of Weymouth, overlooking Fleet Lagoon, with indoor and outdoor pools and full entertainment.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/haven-littlesea-holiday-park-dorset) [Poole Haven Rockley Park Holiday Park Dorset ★ 4.1 (3,990) A large holiday park on Poole's Napier Rd with direct beach access, indoor and outdoor pools, and Dorset countryside close by.](https://staycation.co.uk/poole/hotels/haven-rockley-park-holiday-park-dorset) [Wareham Castle Inn ★ 4.4 (2,227) Village hotel in West Lulworth, Dorset, close to Durdle Door, with a bar, restaurant and free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/west-lulworth/hotels/castle-inn) [New Milton Cliff House Hotel ★ 4.6 (1,498) A 12-room hotel on Belle Vue Road, Bournemouth, with sea views and free parking, close to golf, cycling and the seafront.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/cliff-house-hotel) [Blandford Forum Crown Hotel ★ 4.4 (2,053) The Crown Hotel is a wedding-venue hotel on West Street in Blandford Forum, Dorset, with a garden and free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/blandford-forum/hotels/crown-hotel) [Christchurch Captains Club Hotel & Spa ★ 4.5 (1,702) Riverside hotel with spa in Christchurch, Dorset, near the New Forest with golf, fishing and watersports close by.](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/hotels/captains-club-hotel-spa) [Lyme Regis The Pilot Boat ★ 4.4 (1,996) An adults-only hotel by the Cobb in Lyme Regis, well suited to couples wanting seaside walks and a good meal without children in tow.](https://staycation.co.uk/lyme-regis/hotels/the-pilot-boat) [Christchurch Avon Causeway ★ 4.4 (1,940) A 12-room hotel at Hurn near Christchurch, Dorset, with a garden setting and free on-site parking about 3.75 miles from town.](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/hotels/avon-causeway) [Wareham Lulworth Cove Inn ★ 4.3 (2,291) Hotel on Lulworth Cove's Main Road with restaurant, bar and breakfast, plus sea views and easy access to the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/lulworth-cove/hotels/lulworth-cove-inn) [Weymouth Haven Seaview Holiday Park Dorset ★ 4.2 (2,579) A holiday park on the Dorset coast near Weymouth, with beach access, indoor and outdoor pools, and caravans or safari tents to choose from.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/haven-seaview-holiday-park-dorset) [Dorset THE PIG-on the beach ★ 4.4 (1,794) A Gothic Revival manor above Studland Bay with a kitchen garden restaurant, shepherd's huts and a path down to the sand.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels/the-pig-on-the-beach) [Bournemouth The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns ★ 4.1 (2,828) A pub-hotel on Stourwood Avenue in Bournemouth, minutes from Boscombe Pier and the coastal path, with 8 rooms and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-spyglass-kettle-by-greene-king-inns) [Bournemouth Village Hotel Bournemouth ★ 4.2 (2,301) Village Hotel Bournemouth at Wessex Fields offers 116 spacious en-suite rooms plus a 25-metre pool and gym, close to the Dorset coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/village-hotel-bournemouth) [Lyme Regis Rock Point ★ 4.5 (1,315) A harbourside hotel on Broad Street in Lyme Regis, with sea-view rooms and a terrace overlooking the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/lyme-regis/hotels/rock-point) [Christchurch Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa ★ 4.4 (1,536) Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa sits right on the water at Mudeford, with sea views, a spa and indoor pool included.](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/hotels/christchurch-harbour-hotel-spa) [Ferndown The Bridge House - BW Signature Collection ★ 4.3 (1,662) A 45-room hotel in Ferndown, Dorset, with en-suite rooms, free parking and easy reach of Knoll Gardens and Bournemouth Airport.](https://staycation.co.uk/ferndown/hotels/the-bridge-house-bw-signature-collection) [Blandford Forum The Museum Inn ★ 4.5 (1,139) A countryside inn in the village of Farnham near Blandford Forum, Dorset, with free parking and easy reach of Kingston Lacy.](https://staycation.co.uk/blandford-forum/hotels/the-museum-inn) [Dorchester The Frampton Arms ★ 4.4 (1,317) A traditional pub-hotel on the edge of Dorchester, surrounded by Dorset countryside good for walking and cycling.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/the-frampton-arms) [Bournemouth Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel ★ 4.1 (2,121) A large clifftop hotel in Bournemouth suited to families and couples wanting sea-view rooms, an outdoor pool and easy beach access.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-highcliff-marriott-hotel) [Beaminster Winyards Gap Inn ★ 4.6 (918) A small six-room inn near Beaminster, Dorset, with a bar and restaurant, handy for exploring the Brit Valley and Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/beaminster/hotels/winyards-gap-inn) [Lyme Regis Cobb Arms ★ 4.3 (1,437) A pub hotel on Marine Parade in Lyme Regis, right by the harbour and Jurassic Coast, with just three rooms above the bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/lyme-regis/hotels/cobb-arms) [Wareham The Scott Arms - Inn ★ 4.2 (1,688) A two-room inn at The Scott Arms in Wareham, Dorset, pairing simple pub-side comfort with easy reach of the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/wareham/hotels/the-scott-arms-inn) [Bournemouth Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth ★ 4.3 (1,404) A 120-room Hampton by Hilton in Bournemouth, minutes from the beach and town centre, with a breakfast spread that covers vegan and gluten-free diets.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hampton-by-hilton-bournemouth) [Dorchester New Inn - Dorchester ★ 4.7 (739) A straightforward town-centre base for travellers exploring Dorchester and Dorset, with free parking and a restaurant and bar on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/new-inn-dorchester) [Bridport The George ★ 4.4 (1,158) A harbourside hotel on George Street in West Bay, Dorset, moments from the beach and the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/west-bay/hotels/the-george) [Bournemouth The Cumberland Hotel - OCEANA COLLECTION ★ 4.0 (2,233) On Bournemouth's East Cliff near the seafront, this 108-room hotel offers sea-view rooms, a heated outdoor pool and hearty buffet breakfasts.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-cumberland-hotel-oceana-collection) [Poole Premier Inn Poole North ★ 4.1 (1,795) Premier Inn Poole North on Cabot Lane offers a restaurant and bar with a broad breakfast and dinner menu, plus free on-site parking near Poole Harbour.](https://staycation.co.uk/poole/hotels/premier-inn-poole-north) [Weymouth The Spice Ship ★ 4.2 (1,460) The Spice Ship in Weymouth offers en-suite rooms, some with a microwave and washing machine, close to Weymouth Beach and Nothe Fort.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/the-spice-ship) [Bridport Bridport Arms Hotel ★ 4.3 (1,229) Thatched hotel in West Bay, Bridport, with en-suite family rooms and a bar and restaurant close to the harbour.](https://staycation.co.uk/bridport/hotels/bridport-arms-hotel) [Bournemouth The Pavilion Arms ★ 4.4 (1,042) A 10-room hotel on Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, close to the New Forest National Park and about 1.5 miles from the town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-pavilion-arms) [Dorchester The Countryman Inn ★ 4.3 (1,223) A small 8-room pub inn near Dorchester, Dorset, suited to travellers who want a quiet countryside base with a proper bar and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/the-countryman-inn) [Bournemouth Premier Inn Bournemouth Central ★ 4.1 (1,673) Premier Inn Bournemouth Central offers 120 en-suite rooms, some with sea views, moments from the beach, pier and shops.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/premier-inn-bournemouth-central) [Dorset The Royal Lion Hotel ★ 4.5 (860) A former 17th-century coaching inn on Lyme Regis high street, a few minutes above the Cobb, with an indoor pool and sea-view rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels/the-royal-lion-hotel) [Bournemouth Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel and Spa ★ 4.2 (1,382) A 53-room hotel on West Hill Road, Bournemouth, an easy walk from the pier and beaches, with pool, spa and sauna on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/best-western-plus-the-connaught-hotel-and-spa) [Poole Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole ★ 4.5 (849) A Georgian former merchant's mansion on Poole Quay, now a boutique hotel with a French bistro and a wine-led bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/poole/hotels/hotel-du-vin-and-bistro-poole) [Dorchester The Black Dog Inn ★ 4.6 (723) A traditional inn on Main Street in Broadmayne, Dorset, pairing local pub character with modern en-suite comfort and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/broadmayne/hotels/the-black-dog-inn) [Bournemouth Marsham Court Hotel ★ 4.3 (1,141) Dog-friendly clifftop hotel overlooking the beach and pier, with an outdoor pool and family and sea-view rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/marsham-court-hotel) [Bridport The Bull Hotel ★ 4.4 (943) A 19-room hotel on Bridport's East Street with a restaurant and breakfast on offer, plus free parking for Jurassic Coast trips.](https://staycation.co.uk/bridport/hotels/the-bull-hotel) [Poole Premier Inn Poole Centre Holes Bay ★ 4.0 (1,751) Premier Inn Poole Centre Holes Bay offers 146 spacious en-suite rooms with free parking, close to Poole Quay, Brownsea Island and Sandbanks.](https://staycation.co.uk/poole/hotels/premier-inn-poole-centre-holes-bay) [Christchurch The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive ★ 4.4 (865) A 20-room hotel on Castle Street in Christchurch, suited to couples and weekend visitors wanting easy walks to the Priory and Mudeford Quay.](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/hotels/the-kings-arms-worldhotels-distinctive) [Dorchester The Brewers Arms ★ 4.7 (556) Small pub-hotel in Martinstown near Dorchester with a proper bar and restaurant, just two rooms and free parking, handy for the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/the-brewers-arms) [Sherborne The Hunters Moon - Inn ★ 4.6 (628) The Hunters Moon Inn is an 8-room pub hotel in Middlemarsh near Sherborne, Dorset, with its own restaurant, bar and garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/sherborne/hotels/the-hunters-moon-inn) [Bournemouth Miramar Hotel Bournemouth ★ 4.3 (985) Traditional clifftop hotel on East Overcliff Drive with sea-view rooms, gardens and a sun deck, close to the pier and Oceanarium.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/miramar-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Hotel Miramar ★ 4.3 (984) Hotel Miramar on East Overcliff Drive in Bournemouth is a short stroll from the beach and clifftop paths, with parking on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hotel-miramar) [Weymouth Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt ★ 4.1 (1,370) Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt is a 42-room hotel on Dorchester Road with en-suite rooms, a pool and spa, near Weymouth Beach and the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/best-western-weymouth-hotel-rembrandt) [Poole Harbour Heights Hotel ★ 4.3 (976) A boutique hotel on the Sandbanks road with panoramic harbour views, a Chinese restaurant and a terrace bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/poole/hotels/harbour-heights-hotel) [Blandford Forum The Langton Arms ★ 4.5 (708) Thatched-village pub-hotel in Tarrant Monkton, Dorset, with free parking and gardens, handy for Kingston Lacy and the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/blandford-forum/hotels/the-langton-arms) [Dorchester The Fox Inn ★ 4.4 (811) A traditional pub-hotel in Lower Ansty near Dorchester, with 11 en-suite rooms above a proper Dorset local.](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/the-fox-inn) [Bournemouth The Hop Inn ★ 4.0 (1,585) Pub-hotel on West Cliff Road in Bournemouth, close to the seafront, known for hearty English breakfasts and steak and ale pie.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-hop-inn) [Weymouth The Lugger Inn ★ 4.4 (809) A characterful pub-hotel on West Street in Weymouth, with 14 rooms and a restaurant known for hearty roasts and gluten-free options.](https://staycation.co.uk/weymouth/hotels/the-lugger-inn) [Sturminster Newton The Crown at Marnhull ★ 4.5 (693) A traditional 10-room inn near Sturminster Newton, Dorset, with a restaurant, bar and garden, plus free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/sturminster-newton/hotels/the-crown-at-marnhull) [Dorchester The Acorn Inn ★ 4.8 (460) A traditional inn on Fore Street in Evershot, Dorset, with a garden, games room and free parking for exploring the surrounding countryside.](https://staycation.co.uk/evershot/hotels/the-acorn-inn) [Wimborne Horton Inn ★ 4.3 (938) A traditional inn in Horton, Dorset, with its own restaurant and bar, plus en-suite rooms and free parking near the Jurassic Coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/horton/hotels/horton-inn) [Bridport The Greyhound Wetherspoon ★ 3.9 (1,840) Pub hotel on Bridport's East Street, a short trip from West Bay and Bridport Museum, with an on-site bar and restaurant.](https://staycation.co.uk/bridport/hotels/the-greyhound-wetherspoon) [Swanage Millbrook Guest House ★ 5.0 (346) A short walk from Swanage's beach and town centre, Millbrook Guest House offers immaculate en-suite rooms and free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/swanage/hotels/millbrook-guest-house) [Gillingham The White Lion Inn ★ 4.6 (571) A small three-room inn on Gillingham's High Street, best suited to travellers who want a simple, no-fuss overnight stop in Dorset.](https://staycation.co.uk/shaftesbury/hotels/the-white-lion-inn) [Dorchester The New Inn ★ 4.8 (432) Village pub-hotel in Cerne Abbas with restaurant, bar and garden seating, minutes from the famous Giant and Minterne Gardens.](https://staycation.co.uk/cerne-abbas/hotels/the-new-inn) [Portland Heights Hotel ★ 4.1 (1,215) A 66-room hotel in Portland, Dorset, with sea views and easy reach of the Jurassic Coast for walkers and day-trippers.](https://staycation.co.uk/portland/hotels/heights-hotel)

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How many family-friendly hotels are there in Dorset?+

We list 261 in Dorset. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family-friendly hotels in Dorset are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: The Drovers Inn (4.4/5, 5,822 reviews), The Smugglers Inn (4.4/5, 3,893 reviews) and Haven Littlesea Holiday Park Dorset (4.3/5, 3,627 reviews).

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