TOP Historic Hotels in Shaftesbury for 2026

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1. New Forest National Park Studio @Forest Palms

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Hazel D.

£178

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

2. ❤️ Large & Spacious room fast wifi on 55 acres AONB

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£329

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

3. Pamper Home Hot Tub & Sauna Ladies Retreat Hen Parties

Ferndown

Kristina M.

£1,094

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

4. Gorgeous Studio with fast wifi on 55 acres ❤️

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£771

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8 Aug - 9 Aug

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Top Shaftesbury Hotel Reviews

The George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was amazing! Cannot wait to come back."

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and well serviced. All staff were friendly, helpful and polite. We appreciated daily breakfast but being coeliac I would have liked more g f alternatives. air conditioning worked well but could have done with bedsude lights which were either not working or not provided"

The Chapter House

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing olace"

The Riverside

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and staff. Bonus was shuttle up to town for restaurants in the evening"

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

8/10 Good

"Hotel was fine.Clean and well maintained. Thought that the reception staff, not all of them, could have been a little better informed about accessibility to some of the places of interest for Thomas Hardy fans"

Legacy Rose and Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our long lasting impression will be the excellent attentive, helpful and friendliness of all the staff we encountered. Also, the hotel location was perfectly placed next to the beautiful river Avon and with easy walking distance to the centre of Salisbury."

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

8/10 Good

"Lovely stay in a great location - the pillows and bed linen were particularly outstanding."

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Used the swimming pool lots of times during the uk’s hottest day"

St Leonard's Hotel by Greene King Inns

8/10 Good

"No breakfast required Parking excellent "

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Shaftesbury?

A trip to the historical sites in Shaftesbury is probably at the top of your sightseeing itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

How many historical hotels will I find in Shaftesbury?

In Shaftesbury, you'll find 76 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.

What are the most important historical places and other sights to visit in Shaftesbury?

Shaftesbury is notable for landmarks like Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Gold Hill Museum and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs.

What is a historic hotel like in Shaftesbury?

When you choose a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Shaftesbury, giving a historical feel.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Do historic hotels in Shaftesbury have modern facilities?

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Shaftesbury, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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Our top choices for Shaftesbury historic hotels

1. New Forest National Park Studio @Forest Palms

2. ❤️ Large & Spacious room fast wifi on 55 acres AONB

3. Pamper Home Hot Tub & Sauna Ladies Retreat Hen Parties

4. Gorgeous Studio with fast wifi on 55 acres ❤️

Top Shaftesbury Hotel Reviews

The George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

The Chapter House

The Riverside

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Legacy Rose and Crown Hotel

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

St Leonard's Hotel by Greene King Inns

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