Charminster Travel Guide
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Fairhaven Hotel
"Excellent hotel in excellent location. We’ll be back"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt
"Every staff member I interacted with were helpful & lovely. Especially at check-in. The hotel is well looked after, I could smell paint so that was a good sign! Great location, easy to walk the esplanade or you can hop on a bus for a few stops. The room was great, very clean, nicely decorated, good ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

The Jubilee Hotel West- with Spa Facilities
"Great breakfast. No room cleaning service. Staff were pleasant. Shower rail filthy looked like not been cleaned in months. Room 119"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Charming Country Retreat on Old Sherbourne Road
"A lovely little cabin hidden away for a break away, and a place to reset, So close to the beach and Weymouth town too was also a plus. thank you to Tracy the lovely host who made us feel so welcome."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Dorset Resort
"Very clean rooms . Amazing property!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Beachside, stunning apartment with sea and harbour views
"Exceptional views of the Jurassic Coast. The accommodation is extremely well equipped. We had a most enjoyable stay and hope we will have the opportunity to return."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit

West Bexington Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Bexington Beach during your trip to Dorchester? While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Cerne Abbas Giant
Towering over the countryside and shrouded in mystery, Britain's largest chalk drawing is a curious and compelling destination.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.

Maiden Castle
Enjoy spectacular views and discover fascinating history at one of England's largest Iron Age hill forts, home to temples, battlements and ancient burial sites.

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Maumbury Rings
History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester.
Things to do

Portland Jurassic Coast Guided Mini Bus Excursions

Half-Day Guided E-Bike Tour Portland with Brunch

Sherborne Ghost Walk: Audio Tour of Dorset Oldest Town
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