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The Fox Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Dorchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Miscellaneous
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Classic Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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Lower Ansty, Dorchester, England, DT2 7PN
  • Place, Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, The Tank Museum
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Miscellaneous

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Heating
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Heating
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Heating
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Dorchester

At The Fox Inn, you'll be 5.4 km (3.3 mi) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 12.5 km (7.8 mi) from Shillingstone Railway Project. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Plus you'll find free newspapers in the lobby and wedding services. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Dorchester inn include Badger Watch Dorset and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 29 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 31 min drive - 25.1 km
  • The Tank Museum - 33 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 45 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Durdle Door - 53 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

  • Upwey Station - 31 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Vinny - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The Fox Inn

Inn in Dorchester with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The Fox Inn also features a garden and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Dorchester inn is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Fox Inn offers 12 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

Property is also known as

Fox Inn Dorchester
Fox Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn
The Fox Inn Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Fox Inn?

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

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

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fox Inn on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$222.93, 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 The Fox Inn?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fox Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.