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The Red Lion

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Durdle Door Beach

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Double Room, Ensuite
Miscellaneous
Bar (on property)
Miscellaneous

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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A352, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, England, DT2 8LE
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Dorchester

In Dorchester .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Dorchester B&B, you'll find Durdle Door Beach and Man Of War. Weymouth Bay and Mill House Cider Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Durdle Door - 17 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Poole Harbour - 46 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 59 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Black Dog - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

3-star B&B near Durdle Door Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Dorchester bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Red Lion offers 5 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.0 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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 25.0 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property is professionally cleaned
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 and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • 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

How close is The Red Lion to the airport?

The Red Lion is 28.7 mi (58-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $129, excluding 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.

Does The Red Lion have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Red Lion.

How close is The Red Lion to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 3.6 mi (21-min drive) from Durdle Door Beach and 10.3 mi (16-min drive) from Weymouth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Red Lion offer free breakfast?

The Red Lion does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Red Lion?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Red Lion?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Red Lion?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Red Lion have a pool?

The Red Lion does not have a pool.

Does The Red Lion have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Red Lion have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Red Lion to downtown Dorchester?

The Red Lion is 0.4 mi away from East Knighton.

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 249 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good food and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jyrki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Personnel is absolutely superb! Very friendly service and great food. Absolutely fantastic stay and will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great one night stay as a family with 2 children. Staff were all helpful and friendly and food was good for both dinner and breakfast. Would stay again and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and a super friendly welcome. Abundant parking. Lovely pub restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time, the staff were attentive and friendly. The food was good and the room perfect. We could highly recommend a stay at The Red Lion, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Whole stay was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely lovely. They helped with everything and were so delightful. Im definitely staying there again!
Supercute room
Charm of an old English Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jevgenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most welcome I’ve ever felt anywhere! Great food and lovely atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great home from home breakfast was a bit overcooked but would happily recommend and will be staying again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Pleasant Stay

Lovely stay, very friendly staff, rooms comfortable & clean, great breakfast. Nice traditional pub with an Olde World charm. Nice location close to Lulworth Cove & Dorchester
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff and great food. Wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub. Staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dorset stay

Hotel was a little old fashioned, but we enjoyed our stay, it was handy for our visit to the Dorset coast and friends, staff were friendly and accommodating, food was good, plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I definitely liked having on-site dining options and that the parking was close by.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Alan perfect owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Royston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so easy, and we were made to feel welcome and I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family run pub/ campsite

Run by a friendly family. Room was small but nice funiture/ equiped. An old house bur cosy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here multiple times and it is a gem. Located close to the Bovington Tank Museum it has cozy rooms and a wonderful pub with a solid menu, including being extremely good for people with food allergies. I have celiac disease and having several gluten free options (e.g., starters, entres, deserts, beer, etc) at a small hotel is unexpected. The staff is also extremely nice and helpful and even put together a gluten free tradiitoonal breakfast to go since my train left before they opened breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff, very helpful in getting us a cab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful welcome from Jay. Breakfast was excellent and a great location to visit local attractions!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and great location for our activities. Price was great value, but reflective of the age and condition of the property. Included breakfast was good, and the lady serving breakfast on the 4th August was lovely. Thank you 😄
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good stay

Nice clean room, excellent location, breakfast was very substantial too, literally everything one would need for their stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chi choi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host is very friendly, polite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dasa

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

Loved our stay

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024