New Inn - Dorchester

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.5

About this property

Located in the peaceful village of West Knighton, New Inn – Dorchester is a former 16th-century coaching inn. It blends original features with modern attributes, such as free WiFi and free on-site parking. A TV with Freeview channels is featured in each room at New Inn, as well as an private bathroom and hairdryer. A cooked breakfast is available each morning. Homemade pub food is served in the on-site pub restaurant, and uses locally sourced produce where possible. An extensive snack menu and unique specials board accompany the traditional British meals. There is no Continental breakfast option. The historic market town of Dorchester can be reached in a 10-minute drive and features a variety of shops and a Roman town house. Moreton Tea Rooms are a 15-minute drive away and offer lunches, cakes and cream teas.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Yochay
Israel Israel
“The room was big and comfortable. The staff were very nice. The restaurant was excellent. It was a very good stay.”
Eddie-e
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good price, big room, nice staff, very good dinner, good breakfast, lots of parking, tea and coffee extras in the room, good WiFi.”
Skellern
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything except slow breakfast service on Wednesday morning”
Ryan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly welcome, great food, relaxing atmosphere.”
Paulo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice, cozy environment. Room was well equipped and comfortable. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast food was very good.”
Amele
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our accomodation was great, the staff were welcoming ,polite and friendly..The breakfast was freshly cooked and the breakfast service made it personalsed, which made a great change to a help yourself service.”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely country pub, only a short driveout of Dorchester. Room was excellent, lots of little extras left for you.”
Derek
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent, well cooked and enjoyable. The rooms were spacious and very comfortable. Food served in the evening had a good selection and again was served and presented to a high standard. Really enjoyable.”
Maureen
Ireland Ireland
“Very clean, nice big room. The Staff are fantastic, the food was delicious. Will definitely be going back.”
Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was exceptional. A large main bedroom with a small door into a twin room. The bathroom was well spaced and beautifully clean. The peaceful location was tranquil after a busy family shopping spree in Brighton. Will definitely be back.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of New Inn - Dorchester

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that is is also possible to check-in from 13:30 until 14:30 Tuesday to Sunday. There is no one available to check-in guests outside of the listed check-in hours.

Kindly note the owners of the property do have a pet dog.

Please note on Christmas Day & New Years Day, a brunch will be served and not breakfast. This will be inclusive in the tariff for those staying Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.