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Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

3.0 star property

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32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
A two-story building with a flag, windows, and a street in front.
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Lobby sitting area
A reception area with a fireplace, a mirror, and a bookshelf with books.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP
  • Place, Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dinosaur Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset Teddy Bear Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dorchester

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester puts you in the heart of Dorchester, within steps of Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Borough Gardens. Highlights at this Georgian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and luggage storage. Plus you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and a front desk safe. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Dorchester hotel, attractions include Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Keep Military Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dinosaur Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Tea House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Horse With The Red Umbrella - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, express check-in, and a front desk safe. Event space at this hotel measures 818 square feet (76 square metres) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Georgian Dorchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 818 sq ft of conference space
  • 76 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1756
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • No smoking on site
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester offers 29 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 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 (80 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (180 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1756
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

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

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
Express check-in 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 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

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

Are there any beaches close to Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

The closest beach to Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is Weymouth Beach (11.6 km).

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

As of 21 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$125, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

No, Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 321 out of 586 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 586 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 586 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 586 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 586 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and right in the middle of downtown, only a few blocks from the train station. Very comfortable accommodation with soft fluffy towels and plenty of bathroom amenities. Quiet, and close to great restaurants.
Roman ruins in downtown Dorchester
Roman ruins in downtown Dorchester .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location and facilities for weekend, very supportive manager .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here during our visit to the Tank Museum. It was very cozy and the staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, warm room. Felt happy and safe as a lone-female traveller. Close to plenty of choice of food outlets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
excellent room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Veerakumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great. Staff support during out of hours great. Their care and guidance to check in after work hours was great. Definitely recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Welcome at reception
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and convenient for a business stay, I would appreciate a microwave available
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, nicely set up and well located for everything in town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and a well looked after hotel, good location for walking into town with nearby restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Fantastic stay.

We had a fantastic time the room was lovely and the staff we very helpfully.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudenicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spent one night at The Sleeping Bear but enjoyed it and would certainly recommend. Helpful staff, handy location and good room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy and secure. Room was clean. Did not use bar
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent spacious room, supportive and friendly staff. It is very useful to have a microwave in the breakfast room, especially for professionals who are always in a rush. Thank you. See you next time I need to work, @Dorch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rose

Quiet, clean, safe & friendly staff. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

julia

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

Comfortable hotel in the middle of town

Lovely clean room with a very comfortable mattress. Had a fantastic night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great stay

Lovely hotel and really friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bar was well stocked, I can not comment on the parking as we got the train. The staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025