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The Museum Inn

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds
Terrace/patio
Comfort Room
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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Farnham, Blandford Forum, England, DT11 8DE
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chettle Play Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Stables

Stables

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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General’s

General’s

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 16
  • 6 King Beds and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Blandford Forum

At The Museum Inn you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Chettle Play Park and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Larmer Tree Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Blandford Forum hotel, you'll be 26.8 km (16.6 mi) from New Forest National Park.

What's nearby

  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chettle Play Park - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • New Forest National Park - 42 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Poole Harbour - 48 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 57 min drive - 43.3 km

Getting around

  • Tisbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Horton Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Langton Arms Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Fontmell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪GDSF - Real Ale Marque - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Museum Inn

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Museum Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Blandford Forum hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Museum Inn offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Blandford Forum hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Museum Inn Blandford Forum
The Museum Inn Hotel
The Museum Inn Blandford Forum
The Museum Inn Hotel Blandford Forum

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Museum Inn?

The Museum Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Museum Inn?

As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Museum Inn on 5 July 2026 start from AU$163, 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.

Is parking available at The Museum Inn?

Yep, The Museum Inn has a free self car park.

What makes The Museum Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Museum Inn.

Does The Museum Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Museum Inn?

No, The Museum Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Museum Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Museum Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Museum Inn?

Dogs are welcome at The Museum Inn, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Museum Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and very friendly staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service, lovely food, comfy room. Quaint location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location. Food excellent especially breakfast. I booked 3 rooms for friends and sadly one of the rooms in the stables wasnt as good. Very tired and mouldy..needs a refurb. Staff gave us great service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the Inn is a lovely quiet pub/hotel with good food in an excellent and pretty location surrounded by beautiful thatched cottages
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good. Staff we were and really friendly. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable night, room very nice, bathroom a touch tired but all very clean and well equipped. Great to have a flask of fresh milk for tea. Breakfast was the highlight, this was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spot and hotel was great would visit again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant. Nice food and good choice in the pub. Very pleasant and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub stay, good food, great friendly service and nice rooms. Only thing bed was a bit soft for me but I slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and lovely place to stay. Food on the restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

Simple great in all aspects

A really great pub/hotel. Lovely bar. Great food. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent evening meal options, very clean and great breakfast. My only point to raise was that breakfast didn’t start until 8am, meaning those of us starting work for 9am couldnt enjoy it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Museum Inn -excellent value , the room was clean, recently decorated, small but all we needed. The staff very friendly and helpful and a decent breakfast with great choice in a really nice breakfast room. A great place for a short stay…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really great rooms at the hotel. Definitely will be back, make sure to drive though, its quite difficult to get taxis last minute.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely village pub, comfortable rooms, easy parking with electric charging, good food and drink choice. Friendly and very helpful staff. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, and really pleasant. We had an early start, so a take away breakfast was provided. Most appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Wonderful

Beautiful pub/inn with wonderful staff. Great location for visiting the area. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Helpful staff, rooms immaculate Lovely pub, lovely setting
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quaint place and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay in a quiet, picturesque village. Staff make you feel very welcome and the property is gorgeous. Really would have loved to stay longer, a perfect place to stay while visiting Dorset.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malo

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

Beautiful place

A very cosy and welcoming hotel with character
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely in a beautiful setting. Nice part on UK
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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

Nice place to stay

Great hotel and lovely village. Friendly staff and great coffee at breakfast. All too often overnight stays away can be a little disappointing but not this time, the Museum Inn was a great experience. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great stay in the English Countryside

We stayed here on our way from Newquay to the airport stopping at Durdle Door. The service and breakfast was great! We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024