Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
The Tank Museum - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
Lulworth Cove - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
Durdle Door Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
Durdle Door - 16 min drive - 4.2 miles
Getting around
Wool Station - 6 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Ship Inn - 4 min drive
Monkey World Cafe - 6 min drive
The New Inn - 8 min drive
The Seven Stars - 4 min drive
Finleys Cafe - 7 min drive
About this property
The Red Lion Hotel
Bed & breakfast near Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at The Red Lion Hotel. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and a bar are available to all guests.
Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Guest services
No housekeeping service
Outdoors
Garden
In a nature reserve
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
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Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (noon - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (noon - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Red Lion Inn Dorchester
Red Lion Dorchester
Red Lion
Dorchester
The Red Lion
The Red Lion Hotel Dorchester
The Red Lion Hotel Bed & breakfast
The Red Lion Hotel Bed & breakfast Dorchester
Frequently asked questions
Is The Red Lion Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this bed & breakfast allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion Hotel?
As of 5 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion Hotel on 6 Jul 2025 start from £97.75, 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.
How much is parking at The Red Lion Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Red Lion Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to midnight for a fee.
What time is check-out at The Red Lion Hotel?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Red Lion Hotel located?
Situated in Dorchester, this bed & breakfast is within 6 miles (10 km) of Weymouth Bay, Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durdle Door Beach. Man Of War and Mill House Cider Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The Red Lion Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 224 reviews
10 - Excellent
113
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 224 reviews
8 - Good
70
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 224 reviews
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 224 reviews
4 - Poor
14
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 224 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
The staff was absolutely lovely. They helped with everything and were so delightful. Im definitely staying there again!
Kimberleigh
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Most welcome I’ve ever felt anywhere! Great food and lovely atmosphere.
Jevgenia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Great home from home breakfast was a bit overcooked but would happily recommend and will be staying again in the future
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
We had a lovely few days stay last Bank Holiday, it is a charming pub with great staff, nothing is too much for them, very friendly and breakfast was Best! Delicious! My only suggestion would be to have at least brewed coffee! Beautiful place and very calm even though there is open bar downstairs.
Anna
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Very welcoming cozy country pub. Tasty breakfast included - eggs done really well. Gluten free options. Just the base we needed for a weekend walking on the coast nearby
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Whole stay was excellent
Stewart
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
The host is very friendly, polite
chi choi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
even though i was staying above a very busy pub i could not hear anything once in my room. the food was well cooked and speedy.
Joe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
We didn't stay at the Red Lion since Expedia somehow didn't forward our reservation- which we didn't find out until we arrived and they were fully booked. But the hotel bent over backwards to find us a room in a nearby hotel about 10 minutes away and apologized profusely about the error (which was not their fault). 5 stars for their professionalism and customer service. Be warry of booking this hotel through this site though, the Red Lion indicated another potential guest had the same problem earlier this year.
eugene
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
A lovely small hotel with a lot to offer! The staff was welcoming and attentive, making our stay enjoyable. Breakfast was delicious, with a nice variety of cereals that our kids loved. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, and it was great that they provided a dog bed for our pet, which made us feel very welcome
Dasa
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Nothing to mention
Vanitha
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Great food, excellent bar. V comfy room, very clean and well appointed. Excellent Car Park. Staff were brilliant. I picked this for closeness to our client's premises and will do so again. A real littel gem of a find. can definitely recommend the Red Lion lager!!
timothy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
Super nice staff, very helpful in getting us a cab.
Adrian
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
6/10
Not worth the money.
Nithin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Staff very helpful and friendly
Joe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10
Very hospitable staff and great food. Wish we could stay longer.
Wayne
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
8/10
I definitely liked having on-site dining options and that the parking was close by.
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
Great place to stay. Alan perfect owner.
Benjamin
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
8/10
A wonderful welcome from Jay. Breakfast was excellent and a great location to visit local attractions!
Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
8/10
Good accommodation friendly helpful staff .Was a 4 star
basic room but adequate ,
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Nice clean room, excellent location, breakfast was very substantial too, literally everything one would need for their stay.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10
The room was clean, the linen was spotless,and the meals were excellent. The English breakfast was exceptional.
Amit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10
Nice staff,proper homemade food and spotless. Large Parking space for vehicles.Liked it.
Bipin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10
Good value, nice room but a little small. Staff very friendly and helpful.Great breakfast!
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
Our stay at the Red Lion Hotel was very pleasant. The room was cozy, vibe in the Pub was full of energy in the evening watching sports games, and the morning breakfast was lovely. Our car broke down nearby and the owners were very supportive and helped us in every way they could to find alternatives. We really thank them for their help and appreciate their kindness.