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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel in Dorchester with a bar

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Lounge
Superior Double Room
Lounge
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is €101
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hardy's Cottage - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 14 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee 1 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Hotel in the business district
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester provides amenities, such as a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and 1 meeting room
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 818 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (180 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1756
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 15 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Wessex Royale
Wessex Royale Dorchester
Sleeping Bear Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Dorchester Minotel
Minotel Dorchester
Minotel Hotel Wessex Royale
Minotel Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Dorchester
Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester
Wessex Royale Hotel
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

As of 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester on 18 May 2025 start from €100.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Self-parking is available for GBP 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester located?

Located in the heart of Dorchester, this hotel is steps away from Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Borough Gardens and The Keep Military Museum. Roman Town House and Dinosaur Museum are also within 10 minutes. Dorchester West Station is 8 minutes by foot and Dorchester South Station is 11 minutes.

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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 504 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady on reception was very helpful. I parked at the pay and park at the top of the road and this was only a short walk to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly reception staff, decent price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant stay , helpful staff and charming atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel itself was nice and in a good location for an event we were going to. There isn't much sound proofing between rooms so can be a little noisy at times.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly greeting at reception. We brought our dog and the hotel is truly pet friendly. Very clean and comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only problem was the big rubbish bin was wheeled past my room in the courtyard at 7.30am! Lisa the receptionist was wonderful xx
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Lovely warm atmosphere and they have alternative to milk !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady working on reception provided fantastic service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay in a spacious room with excellent in room facilites. The wonderful surprise was the upgrade to our room, and the free access to complimentary teas and coffees in the lounge. If you wanted food from outside you could use the lounge for that take away. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Parking needs to be booked on site prior to arrival but there is a local parking only 5 minutes walk away that is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Two night stay visiting for Dorchester Beer festival which was 5 mins walk away. Comfy accommodation. No food but you can bring food in and excellent Wetherspoons 2 mins walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous, Fabulous & bloody Fabulous!

Great stay, very comfy, very close to restaurants & town, with convenient parking nearby - not stayed here before but we will be back - Fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel. Everything you need. Walking distance into town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff in a lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautifully clean and welcoming after a long day travelling. A happy friendly welcome when we arrived. Already booked to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A recommended venue

We stayed for one night after attending a family event. The Sleeping Bear is a great venue. Caroline greeted us at the desk and couldn’t have been more helpful making sure we were able to sort out our parking. She was so friendly and welcoming. This is a lovely, clean and smart hotel. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again and hope to in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, not sure about the ongoing changes

Really nice stay. Lovely staff and nice breakfast in the morning. The bar is good too with a comfortable sitting area. Disappointed to hear the breakfast area is going, I'm a returning customer but will need to consider options next time as I enjoy breakfast onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Stayed for a couple of nights here when visiting family. Comfortable rooms and all very clean. Lots of great places nearby for breakfast (nothing at the hotel but they do have complimentary hot drinks available). Friendly staff and easy check in and check out. Dodnt use the hotel parking but usedparking the pay and display just a couple of minutes walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Room beautifully appointed and comfortable. Bathroom really spacious and well designed. Well lit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel to stay whilst in the area. Would definitely recommend and come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a good location and i was lucky enough to get a parking space at the rear of the hotel. Room was clean, spacious and comfortable. Will stay again next time i visit Dorchester.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Business Hotel

Business trip to the area and stayed for two nights. Nice hotel with a comfortable bar/lounge and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024