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Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel

Royal Chase roundabout, Shaftesbury · Hotel

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Hotel by the Royal Chase roundabout in Shaftesbury, minutes from Gold Hill and Dorset countryside walks, with an indoor pool and gardens.

What's nearby

  • The Royal Chase next door
  • The Half Moon next door
  • Meyers Estate Agents Shaftesbury 300m away
  • Shaftesbury School 300m away
  • A & R Tiles Ltd 400m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance

Payment

  • ✓Debit cards

Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.

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About Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel

Shaftesbury's famous Gold Hill is close by, along with countryside walks that wind out into the Dorset hills, making Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel a useful base for exploring the town on foot. Golf, fishing and horse riding can all be arranged nearby, and there are pubs and restaurants within easy reach for evenings out beyond the hotel itself.

The hotel has 32 rooms spread across two floors, including family rooms and a bridal suite, all with en-suite bathrooms and the option of drinks brought to the room. Packed lunches and kids' meals are available alongside the main restaurant and bar, and breakfast is served each morning. Facilities extend to an indoor swimming pool, a spa and sauna, gardens with outdoor seating, and meeting rooms for those combining the stay with work.

Pets are welcome, there's an electric vehicle charge point, and free on-site parking is provided throughout. It's a straightforward, well-equipped stop for anyone wanting to explore Shaftesbury and the surrounding Dorset countryside without needing to venture far for food, comfort or a swim.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Guests consistently praise this hotel for its spacious rooms featuring king-size beds, a decent-sized indoor pool and sauna, and a delicious, freshly cooked breakfast offering a wide choice of options, all complemented by their friendly and helpful staff.

Other reviews mention the rooms can be poorly maintained and dated.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Property type
Hotel
Location
Royal Chase roundabout, Shaftesbury
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Shaftesbury