The Casterbridge

Beachfront B&B in Dorchester with golf course and spa

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Dates

November 2025

17

December 2025

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View) | Garden

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View | 1 bedroom

Escape to The Casterbridge, a haven for families and adventure-seekers alike. Here, you can unwind with a massage at the spa or enjoy the fresh air on the golf course and cycling trails. With free WiFi in public areas, childcare services for added peace of mind, an area shuttle service to help you explore nearby points of interest like parks and music venues. Take advantage of bike rentals to ride through scenic routes or play tennis indoors before relaxing in the garden.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Bar
Spa
Gym
Childcare
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
Golf course
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Breakfast available
Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
Health club
Babysitting
Business center
Airport shuttle
Terrace

Feel at home (6)

Babysitting services
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Free grocery shopping service

Why we love this property

Private beach retreat

This bed & breakfast sits on a private beach. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby fishing, kayaking, and snorkeling opportunities.

Foodie's breakfast bliss

This bed & breakfast boasts a restaurant and bar for culinary explorers. Full breakfast offered daily sets the stage for tasty adventures.

Work and play paradise

This bed & breakfast boasts a business center and computer stations for productivity. After work, guests can enjoy the spa, tennis courts, and private beach.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Tomorrow

Nov 18 - Nov 19

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Romantic Four Poster)

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Fireplace

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Heating

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Cozy Small Double)

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Fan

Separate bedroom

Memory foam bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

City view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Street View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Heating

Fan

Separate bedroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Traditional Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Highlights

Heating

Fan

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, City View

Highlights

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Fan

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Garden View)

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Fireplace

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Heating

Fan

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Parking available
Free WiFi
Bar
Non-smoking

$81 nightly

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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About the neighborhood

49 High East Street, Dorchester, England, DT1 1HU

What's nearby

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Terracotta Warriors Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Dinosaur Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Roman Town House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 145 min drive
Dorchester South Station - 13 min walk
Dorchester West Station - 13 min walk
Upwey Station - 15 min drive
Airport shuttle
Area shuttle

Restaurants

‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
‪The Royal Oak (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
‪Kings Arms - ‬2 min walk
‪Tom Brown's - ‬1 min walk
‪The Old Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Casterbridge

When you stay at The Casterbridge, you can practice your swing on the golf course. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features include a bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 15
- Check-out time is 10:30 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- Guests will receive an access code

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

- Babysitting

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Free onsite valet parking
- Free onsite extended parking
- Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Onsite parking limited
- Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

On a private beach
Karaoke
Table tennis
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room
Computer station

Services

Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free grocery shopping service
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals

Facilities

Garden
Terrace
Library
Health club
Golf course on site
Full-service spa
Indoor tennis courts
Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Sleep well

Turndown service

More

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the bed & breakfast's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50.0

Children & extra beds

In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

This property accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

The Casterbridge Dorchester

The Casterbridge Accommodation

The Casterbridge Bed & breakfast

The Casterbridge Bed & breakfast Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Casterbridge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Casterbridge?

Yes, there's free self, valet, and extended parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Casterbridge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 50.0. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Casterbridge and nearby?

Tee off at the onsite golf course, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a private beach and a health club. The Casterbridge also has a garden.