The King's Arms
3-star Hotel with Restaurant
30 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF
+44 130 523 8238based on 738 reviews
per night
About The King's Arms, Dorchester
The King's Arms photos
Rooms
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Free toiletries
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Conditioner
Dining
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Minibar
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Tea/coffee maker
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
Bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Streaming service
- TV
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Services and conveniences
- Key card access
- Bottle of water
- 24-hour front desk
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
- Private parking
General
- Seating area
- Telephone
Family friendly
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
Laundry
- Iron and ironing board
Workspace
- Desk
Reviews
Pros +
- Excellent breakfast; friendly staff. (in 69 reviews)
- Comfortable room and good breakfast. (in 38 reviews)
- extremely comfortable and an impressive restaurant (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
- We enjoyed a lovely 3 night stay at The Kings Arms during half-term. (in 3 reviews)
- Very scary as we had slept with window open due to hot weather. (in 3 reviews)
The King's Arms room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How far is The King's Arms from Bournemouth?
Driving distance from Bournemouth to The King's Arms and vice versa is 26.3 mi and the overall drive time is about 1h 18min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.
What is the best way to get to The King's Arms from Bournemouth?
With parking available at The King's Arms, you could always hire a car for as low as £31/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Dorchester. A very popular option for travellers staying at The King's Arms would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Bournemouth directly to the hotel.
Is The King's Arms pet-friendly?
Pets are allowed at The King's Arms.
Are there food options at The King's Arms?
The King's Arms does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call The King's Arms at +44 130 523 8238.
Does The King's Arms have a pool?
At this time, our data shows that there is no on-site pool at The King's Arms. However, hotels can make changes that can significantly change the venue. For the most accurate answer, it would be best to call the hotel directly at +44 130 523 8238.
How close is The King's Arms to Dorchester city centre?
0.4 mi separate the front steps of The King's Arms and the city centre of Dorchester, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, a very popular landmark in Dorchester.
What is the phone number for The King's Arms?
For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The King's Arms, call +44 130 523 8238.
Does The King's Arms have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, The King's Arms has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for The King's Arms?
Standard check-out time at The King's Arms is 11:00. Guests can check in after 16:00.
How much is a room at The King's Arms?
Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for The King's Arms at the moment between £119 and £165 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.
What is the distance from The King's Arms, Dorchester to Dorset Teddy Bear Museum?
The distance from The King's Arms to Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Dorchester is about 0.1 mi.
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The King's Arms location: 30 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF