The Casterbridge | Bed & Breakfast in Dorchester

| 8.5 (262 Reviews) |   7 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Dorchester Bed & Breakfast | The Casterbridge

7 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Dorchester

In the center of Dorchester, The Casterbridge provides comfortable accommodations a 20-minute drive from Weymouth coast. Hardy’s Cottage, where Thomas Hardy was born, is less than 3 miles from the building. Rooms in the traditional Georgian building are spacious and airy, with TVs and tea and coffee-making facilities. There is free Wi-Fi available in public areas, and free private parking is possible nearby. Breakfast can be eaten in the dining room or the charming conservatory. Full English breakfast is available, and there are vegetarian options. Fresh fruits, yogurts, and porridge are also served. Located just off the A35, The Casterbridge is a 10-minute walk from Dorchester West Rail Station..

The Casterbridge is located in Dorchester.

This 7 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 262 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Dorchester and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Bed & Breakfast for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 7 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast if you want to learn more about this ODS place in Dorchester. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Casterbridge in Dorchester is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Casterbridge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Bed & Breakfast, please let us know.

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49 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HU, United Kingdom

Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Coffee house on site
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
  • Cooking class
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga classes
  • Happy hour
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Baggage storage
  • Concierge
  • Private check-in/out
  • Valet parking
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Limited overnight parking is available nearby on a first-come basis.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.62
Location:
9.16
Staff:
9.52
Facilities:
8.84
Comfort:
9.32
Cleanliness:
9.38
Frank
May 20, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Everything I required was present.
Summary: Very welcoming and personable
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Toothbrush, Private bathroom, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Shower

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Carbon monoxide detector, Fan, Hypoallergenic, Iron

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

Internet

Wireless internet

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Roll-in shower

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Toothbrush, Private bathroom, Body soap, Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Shared toilet

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Soundproof, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Carbon monoxide detector, Fan, Hypoallergenic, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Cleaning products

Living Area

Desk, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

Internet

Wireless internet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Double
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Toothbrush, Private bathroom, Body soap, Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Shared toilet

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Carpeted, Soundproof, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Carbon monoxide detector, Fan, Hypoallergenic, Iron, Heating

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Internet

Wireless internet

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Double Room with Bath
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Toothbrush, Private bathroom, Body soap, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Pay-per-view channels, Computer, Flat-screen TV

General

Carpeted, Soundproof, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Carbon monoxide detector, Fan, Hypoallergenic, Iron, Heating

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

Internet

Wireless internet

Kitchen

Cleaning products

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Toilet with grab rails, Lower sink, Adapted bath, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Roll-in shower

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Garden View
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom

Living Area

Sofa

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

General

Trash cans

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with City View
Room Type: Twin/Double
1 King bed(s) Bed

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area

Bathroom

Private bathroom

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

General

Trash cans

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this The Casterbridge pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Casterbridge?

Check-in time for The Casterbridge starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Casterbridge have a swimming pool?

No, this The Casterbridge does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Casterbridge?

Best-rates for the The Casterbridge starts from $154 per night with includes Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Breakfast, Internet, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Business Services, Restaurant, Bar, Entertainment, Laundry, View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Parking, Security/Safety, Child Friendly with all other facilities. ODS matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Casterbridge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this bed & breakfast 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the bed & breakfast has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Casterbridge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Casterbridge has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Casterbridge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Casterbridge indicates 1 day stay policy at this bed & breakfast. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Casterbridge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Casterbridge are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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