cooked breakfast & two meals we had in the bar restaurant tasty & good value spacious clean room and friendly

clean very comfy bed bar food excellent very good value

the clubhouse bar was a bit tired and dated

nice bar and a wonderful breakfast

m, although a range of bar food was on offer in the evening

good choice of bar food

ever i am down that way it s the only place i would stay and such a friendly atmosphere in the bar as well i truly wish her every success outstanding

bar closed at 9pm on the friday no kitchen open then on saturday bar closed at 8pm and once again

the bar lady was nice, but i could feel things were a little awkward, given she had the job of telling

but the bar staff went out of their way to find us a takeaway that delivered and let us eat it in the

comfortable bar area and lovely restaurant with great food which is value for money

although it was near the bar and faced a side street, the room was quiet

i also found the bar prices very reasonable for this day and age

would have been better if the bar had have been stocked with cask or keg ales.

bar was not stocked with any draught beer or cider, and most times we went to the bar there were

great style, cozy bar restaurant

lots of thoughtful touches, such as blazing log burners in the bar and breakfast room and a range of teas and coffees in the bedroom

the food was excellent whether from the bar or in the restaurant

comfy bed the boutique attention to detail amazing, bar fantastic - cozy

bar fun

the bar was not in a very good location and we never saw it open

the bar area had the atmosphere of a funeral parlour

a complementar drink in the bar or a bottle of wine would have sorted it

cosy bar and light and airy restaurant

drinks in the bar early one evening were also a bit of a letdown

comfortable and clean, very friendly and helpful staff, truly dog friendly (allowed in the bar for breakfast and dinner and even had his own cooked sausage made for him

food in the bar took abit of time to get to table staff seemed to be a bit overwhelmed but over all nice

comfortable, staff super friendly, breakfast big portions, dog friendly, can get drink from the bar to the room, outdoor quiet, lots of car parking

we went down to the bar for a drink and something to eat and were again met by smiling staff

even stayed up late for us in the bar so we could finish our card game

barman kept the bar open for extra time so that we could buy our drinks and snacks before it closed

a while to get served at the bar and it got put on our room tab as the card machine wasn t working but he didn t tell us the

i travel with my dog i missed being allowe in the bar area and public spaces , it was ok to eat on my room with him for 1 night but i would not stay

staff very friendly good bar service lovely and clean

food was great, only had the bar menu, but we'll worth it

the bar and restaurant were closed on the monday and we were only advised of this on saturday, one day

the room was great. the bar was lovely and the breakfast was super

the snug bar was very cosy and we were made to feel very welcome by the locals

as they travelled with dogs the bonus was that they were allowed into the bar area in the

) who served us with an awesome breakfast everyday, he was fun, friendly and helpful in rooms, bar and restaurant areas

the bar staff (erving and breakfast) amazing too , very welcoming

plenty of car parking space and a nice bar & great breakfast

it is so easy in the evening to pop down to the bar for a drink

pub bar a little bare but that could have been due to covid restrictions.

the real ale in the bar was also kept in excellent condition

the staff who were all first rate the bar staff, maids, waiters & waitresses, the chefs

excellent food, and a lovely bar

the bar and restaurant were excellent just to top things off

dining room and bar area were very cozy and warm

the female member of staff behind the bar and serving breakfast was a star

some furniture was a little tired. the bar area was small and not particularly welcoming.

bar also available with lounge for guest's use as well

is small and that adds to the good stay in my view, the draw back is that it has rooms, a small bar and restaurant, but that was fine by me, the food was superb too, including the excellent

lovely snug bar with the fire lit for pre-dinner drinks

really liked the bar that is great for a late night chat and decent drinks / cocktail options

nice bar area and lovely breakfast

very friendly staff, ate in the bar and the food was very good

food was excellent and the bar had a very homely feel about it

the fun in the bar with the locals

the room needs tlc and the bar was very cold

from receptionist to breakfast waiters, bar staff and cleaning team

the bar was well stocked and well priced and the facilities were top notch

need a barman/woman who needs to know how to run a bar as we were unable to get drinks requested as did

is tricky, it was a surprise that the bar was shut when we returned saturday night about 10pm, just as well really we had had enough to

nice bar for a drink before dinner

the noise from the bar downstairs, as my room was over the bar

the bonus was having the bar and restaurant on site as you didn’t have to travel

prices at the bar were very reasonable and again john very entertaining

the young man serving the bar and in the restaurant both for dinner and breakfast (he is currently a unit student studying

good bar and restaurant

manager lent us the fan from behind the bar once they stopped serving and it saved the night

special thanks to tracey who was behind the bar and made us feel at home straight away, enjoyed our chat at the end of the evening

dining area was lovely and the bar area very cozy

entire inn was lovely, from dining to the bar and the room

bar had good selection of beer and both our evening meal and breakfast were

was comfortable and everything worked (well, actually the first fan didn't but the lady in the bar found me another without fuss)

was a monday night and the bar was quite busy early in the evening

evening meal in bar was lovely

noise of bar fridge

comfortable and clean accommodation with a shower and bar fridge, as well as coffee and tea making facilities in the room and wifi

ar lady

barman first night very good next night different bar staff not good at all

the bar bistro is a comforting space and the food and wine was delicious

wine cellar, amazing room. great bar snacks

anne the bar man and receptionist were all fantastic

the hotel was light and bright with a cafe, bar and restaurant and a very extensive breakfast selection

convenient bar and restaurant

was quite a wait at the bar to order drinks, the staff levels perhaps a little short as they tried to serve food on two

friendly, you'll get a warm welcome at reception and fabulous service from the waiting staff and bar staff

scaffolding still up around bar area

was comfortable and large, bathroom was great, food in the bar was excellent and the staff were fantastic

no one on reception, had to find staff at the bar and wait to be seen

friendly staff, we arrived in the bar and were greeted by a happy friendly member of staff, her colleagues took us through to the

enjoyed an excellent meal (in the bar area as we had our dog with us)

staff were great from check in to bar service to breakfast, they were all brilliant

hotel, beautiful rooms, staff amazing and the bar area is like the rooms tastefully decorated

friendly greeting. lovely room and bar area. the location is superb.

a lovely night sleep nice and quiet only down full they only open the bar for functions but u can still get a drink if u want

was some fan or cooler noise from the bar fridge, that bothered me for a while when i went to bed, but the landlord has noted this and is

the location, sweet little room with wet room en suite, restaurant bar and breakfast all on site

appointed room good location for exploring area friendly and efficient staff onsite bar and restaurant excellent

is a bar in the restaurant but it's really only there to serve the restaurant; so if you fancy an

didn t know the bar was closing early and we had to go to our rooms

left very expensive sunglasses in the bar and they were safely found and kept

the staff are very welcoming and friendly with great service at the bar and for meals

the bar was spacious and the room was cool

excellent staff with a great atmosphere in the bar and excellent restaurant food

the bar area was a little characterless

able to check in early, comfortable bed, good drinks at the bar in the evening and great choice at breakfast

we were very slightly delayed at check in but we're given a free drink at the bar :) staff very

all the staff were professional and friendly from check in to the bar and breakfast teams

excellent breakfasts & evening meals, bar open too

), so unexpected from a hotel but the bar and restaurant alone are worth a visit to this lovely place, will 100% be back and recommend,

we were also allowed to stay on and watch the rugby in the bar in the morning

great atmosphere in the bar in the evening

added extras in the bar were board games to choose from, a pool table and dart board and very dog friendly

cooked hot meal in the evening, kat who looked after the bar so well and a happy landlady, plus nice

there were ample staff do service for a meal in the bar was brilliant as well as top quality food and drink

we stayed for breakfasts and dinner on a few nights and the restaurant and bar are both really lovely places to sit and eat, with great food

man in a grey hoody passes through the bar every evening instructing patrons to ‘drink up’ before 11pm

maybe a better selection of bar snacks.

drink selection behind the bar was exceptional and staff were very helpful and friendly

hotel delivered what i was expecting, the room was spacious warm and clean the bar staff were very helpful i didn't eat in the restaurant but i did see the food being served and

was perfect the room was clean the bed was comfy having a bar downstairs was great and the staff were brilliant we were well looked after

was leaving early the next day and doing the jurassic coast challenge i asked a member of the bar staff who dealt with my booking could i be provided with a couple of sandwiches to take with in

behind the bar was fabulous

duty manager and a young lady behind the bar were 10/10

dinner and outdoor bar service excellent

is larger than i imagined, and we were pleased with the spaciousness, yet cosiness of the bar areas

lovely inn with well stocked bar and, great food

room very comfortable and breakfast excellent. great atmosphere in the bar area

the bar area always had a nice atmosphere and most importantly every member of staff was friendly and

lovely bathroom with large shower, staff were all friendly and informative about the refurb, bar has a great range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails, food was delicious, good breakfast

the hotel is beautiful, cosy bar area and the restaurant decor as well as the room decor is superb

the bar was lovely for cocktails and the breakfast was very nice

room was spotless and the bar was the best place we found to drink in dorchester

the bar is excellent, with a really nice vibe, and both the evening meal and breakfast (full english)

only thing to mention was the step at end of the bar is not well marked

10.30 last orders in bar tue eve.

very comfy, decoration of rooms, bar and restaurant unique and quirky

nicely designed hotel with comfortable rooms and a well thought out bar and restaurant

a lovely bar and restaurant area

easy access to dorchester and lovely bar and accommodation

the junction is a great pub and sports bar with excellent

rooms are in a small courtyard opposite the bar area

bar could have been more lively at night we had to go elsewhere to hear some music and get a better

had an evening meal at the bar it was delicious

the restaurant and bar area looked really lovely

delicious only downfall it took ages and we wasnt aware we needed to book table so we were put in bar which was quite rowdy and packed while we were eating , the breakfast was lovely and

is not as negative as it looks, just my opinion as we travel a lot, stunning young lady behind bar was alone most of the time, with the few people arriving she was busy, could of done with a

very cool place, lovely bar lounge and helpful youngster

had a lovely cosy bar and resturant area

main incoming bar front door needs some improvement because when people are leaving at closing time the doors

good food/ beer garden / busy little bar / friendly staff / breakfast

and breakfast excellent the bar and outside area spotless with a lot of attention to detail

bonnie our boxer dog got lots of fuss and made many friends in the bar too

such a convenient spot and the bar has an old world charm, dog friendly too.

square was exceptional, all staff were very frienly, efficient and accommodating restaurant and bar area was very good and the food was good

stay here every week it seems. clean rooms, great bar and the staff are super friendly.

bar warm and friendly, drinks very reasonable prices

lovely little pub the bar staff were friendly and lovely

the bar had a pleasent friendly atmosphere

we saw very few empty premises and simply loads of pubs, including micro pubs, wine bar, gin bar and all

breakfast, bar and restaurant 152 steps away.on separate site.

problem for us as i know wimborne quite well, but the bar /pub was down the street and round the corner, including reception, depending on when you

it's rooms only. no bar or restaurant in the same building. but a short walk to their stunning

bar of soap instead of liquid, but that's just my personal preference

quiet at night - though a bar somewhere down below

the staff were excellent, the food in the bar was very good and such value for money.

our room was quiet and comfortable, on the first floor with no noise from the bar on a busy saturday night

nice central location very clean and comfortable bar prices reasonable staff friendly great stay

i was a bit nervous about being the only woman customer in the bar at first but cheerful and friendly behaviour from other customers

and also socializing with others that were staying there , the staff were lovely, the guys in the bar looked after us , sammy and adam were great , we love being able to bring our pets as well ,the

to relax, stunning location, friendly staff, warren was charming and we spent longer in the bar due to his attentivnous

it s in a great setting lovely beaches. local bar all good

great staff, brilliant bar man, fantastic breakfast

her guests : please don't take away for

beer on draft at the bar (but i noticed all the other bars and pubs down there sold the same stuff, so its a monopoly (-)only downside was bar service was a bit slow i think due to new staff! very busy car park.. . (+)beach bar is great (-)in the restaurant and some bar staff (-)terrace bar closed quite early & the staff there were a bit surly the day/night we were (-)looks a bit rundown from the outside and the cooked breakfast was cold, the chairs outside in the bar area looked a bit (+) beach bar outside was excellent with tables facing the sea (+)there, the hotel reception staff was amazing when i checked in and the bar staff as well i enjoyed the breakfast:) l the location is the best as i don't need to travel (-)i thought maybe that the bar outside menu could possibly have a little bit more variety.. (+) also the bar area looks fab although didn t avail of it this time

breakfast was very good great service all you could want location was great and the view from the

room service breakfast was cold and served without any condiments

also, the reception should provide wifi details without having to

a long day, then asked for a toasted sandwich which had the same reply, also not much choice for room service, could do better

afternoon drinks in the bar looking out onto the harbour in the sunshine was fantastic would highly recommend and certainly

we could see a nice cold white on the bar in the distance just warming up that was a tiny bit

weather was good so we made full use of the outdoor bar area also with fabulous views

30 mins waiting for a drink at the bar as there was a poor new girl training and only 1 girl serving drinks alongside her

not busy however food was good would have nice to be served with drinks rath we than going to the bar unfortunately some people insist on parking in disabled spaces when not eligible generally

good choice for breakfast and meals in the bar are excellent. very friendly staff.

had a perfect steak in the bar area of the hotel in the evening and too much breakfast in the morning

the bar was pleasant

because we had a dog we ate in the bar where he was made very welcome

caroline who checked us in and ran the bar was very helpful

richard behind the bar on saturday afternoon was a perfect

he bar had a good choice of drinks including cask ales

the bar was a very convivial place to relax and enjoy the evening

had a very warm and friendly from the lady running the bar and the restaurant that day

the south african guy who runs it is super-friendly, his polish barmaid too, and incredibly helpful and hospitable

we also had dinner downstairs in the bar and that was delicious too

loved the place , bar staff could be happier

the decor was fabulous and set in a beautiful square with a bar full of spirit

the bar is downstairs and you're able to take all food and drink back to the room if you so wish

the bar and restaurant areas had a great atmosphere and there was ample, free parking right outside

comfortable rooms, good bar and restaurant

you are moments from the beach and the hotel itself has a lovely bar and beer garden

very welcoming, polite and friendly great outdoor dining area , bar and lovely conservatory

friendly service in the bar and restaurant and great food and wine

property extremely well equipped even had a heated bathroom floor and the best stocked mini bar and snacks i ve ever

bar and dining, lovely country inn, comfortable room with thoughtful amenities, very enjoyable

staff a bit miserable in bar and cooking pizza

excellent taste in music on the evening bar shift: bob dylan & miles davis

that there is a good restaurant (the pizzas were excellent and so was the fish and chips) and a bar on the hotel was very convenient for me

have been nice to have a few more comfortable chairs in bar to sit on

en ev charging), bar open late, really well-maintained

the first impression after checking in was the lounge/bar area

a very minor thing but the choice of draught beer in the bar was a bit limited

bernie and maggie, the bar staff, couldn t have done more for us from ice and water for our flasks to carrying tea and

bar area and lovely lounge

have a lovely restaurant and bar

e hair dryer kettle a great bar and stunning views of the sea from the back of the hotel with a big garden and lot's of places

it was really relaxing to be able to sit in the lounge with a drink from the bar reading a newspaper or book

the bar and restaurant staff were very friendly and helpful

was reasonable all bar one member of staff were outstanding atmosphere was so kindly, local feeling and

nice room, breakfast and dinner very good, cosy bar area, helpful, friendly staff

it would be better if in the evening that smaller meals or bar snacks would be available as well as full blown meals

got put in bar with children and dog for evening meal

and the one guy behind the bar just wouldn t let it go

why not available when they are advertised, we were told in a rather offhand manner over the bar that

the bar had a good range of beers and spirits on offer and friendly staff good secure car

room size bar bed

perhaps some local beer in the bar would be nice.

the little bar in the hotel was very quaint, and a lovely place to relax in and unwind in the evening

bar had only 2

the breakfast was excellent (and the bar at night wasn t too expensive either) (+) the breakfast bar worked extremely well and breakfast was a leisurely and pleasurable affair (+) the main hotel has a bar and there s a buffet breakfast if you pay a little bit more (+) loved the fact it had a bar and we could have a drink in the beautiful lounge before heading out to dinner (-)would prefer bar to be open in garden area in height of summer (+)didn't make any difference about a minutes walk through the garden to get to main hotel, for the bar and breakfast (-)real ale in the bar needs keeping better so that people drink it rather than bottles, which are not so sustainable

wifi was poor and toilet to a long time to fill up

strong wifi in the room and very strong water pressure

breakfast was amazing staff were extremely friendly hotel grounds were beautiful free car parking is a bonus very quiet and

location in town centre, yet quiet with wonderful garden and plenty of parking

the inn had areas to relax outside and a fantastic bar and restaurant we stayed for two nights and would have loved to have stayed longer

the bar had a wide range of drinks and the food was spot on

was relaxed, very welcoming, the food was amazing, the room really comfortable and the bar served corvus

a lovely little hotel in a great location close to the beach , a bar and restaurant and has a free car park

beach close by, bus stop 100 yards away for sandbanks or bournemouth, friendly staff and nice bar area

dogs aren t allowed in the restaurant but are welcome in the bar so dog owners can eat in there

restaurant shut early and no room service or light bar snacks available only crisps and

the bar area was well stocked

we had a lovely large pizza one evening in the bar

but drinks at bar

breakfast was great and parking space was convenient and safe

close to the beach with safe private parking

wifi signal is limited, we had our daughter so without this working i think you all understand my

parking was tricky

great owners, lovely room, great location, free parking.

comfortable, good facilities pool bar , close to the city centre .

toilets ground level near bar could do with someone checking them at intervals arrived atm to be dirty and not giving a good

the dining room for evening meals looked bland no extras ate in bar as felt more

the food price in the bar and restaurant paying to the pool even if your staying on the hotel

keeping staff do an excellant job, friendly helpful staff, spacious bar lounge, will defantly stay again on a return trip to

served locals first at the bar before people waiting.

passage way to room from the bar was deadly when wet. huge h&s slippage risk.

royal oak made us and our dog feel very welcome, nothing was too much bother and the bar was pleasant in the evening for a drink

we enjoy the drinks bar so

late bar not available.

far from the victoria clock tower such amazing staff and so much going on entertainment and the bar and (smoke house restaurant) amazing spa attached and wow so much more you can book rooms so (+)were so friendly, clean, cosy rooms, affordable, location was perfect, the restaurant and bar and breakfast also all (+) entertainment was great fun especially the karaoke it was nice to chill in the bar area there are lots of board games to choose for kids to play with (+)lovely family room with a great bar and games facility (-)great bar with games. we already had dinner plans but the restaurant looked great too. (+) hotel bar was also lovely

amazing staff and so much going on entertainment and the bar and (smoke house restaurant) amazing spa attached and wow so much more you can book rooms so good will be back again as this was best (+) spa was lovely, the massage was the best i ve ever had, very professional spa staff (+)the garden spa and how close to the beach and the room sea view (+) the front desk staff were wonderful as was the staff at the spa who provided her treatments (+)amazing spa and entertainment. (+)was my wife birthday on 23rd june and the staff and spa staff looked after her give them (+) spa therapist was very good (-)spa was out of order (-) one of the days i wanted treatments from the spa and the spa lady was not on duty to help with refurbishment going on in the hotel (-)dated decor. spa really wasn t what i d call a spa.

clean, food is perfect, lovely cocktails, games for adults and kids, entertainment was fun

loads to do with kids

the escape rooms also on site was not planned but a last minute entertainment for the kids who absolutely loved it

we were above the bar and could hear the karaoke but it doesn't go on too late

bar staff fabulous , especially doing bingo and karaoke

bar staff amazing

excellent food and reasonable bar prices

there was a bar & food

very lovely theo join it in the room he was seen his self in the mirror the man was who run the bar he was tell me about the place got a ghost i love my ghost hunting and staff was very love we

no parking although it stated it had free parking available. bar was not open.

inhouse bar not open during our stay

the bar wasn't been used.

having the bar open this time of year ,but everything else was perfect, enjoyed our stay very

staff very friendly, rooms very comfy and spacious. excellent local type bar next door.

nice bar adjoining the hotel which is run by the owners of both, locals use the bar and they are very

the room the bar the location and friendly staff

bar food was excellent and extremely reasonably priced and the breakfast was delicious

breakfast was good! the bar underneath was lovely and the staff was great!

lounge and ho wary bar very welcoming

there s even a bar with an honesty box so you can help yourself to a drink whenever you want

the honesty bar was a lovely touch, we could help ourselves to what we wanted and enjoy a drink in the garden

there is also a bar and a terrace to sit on

bar and beautiful sun terrace

the bar games room and swimming pool were closed

n over bar area too noisy women n kids screaming and shouting til 2am,games room needs revamp broken pool

we gave the waitress/bar lady a generous tip as she was so wonderful and hospitable, especially towards my young

exits blocked in bar crisps at bar was 4weeks out of date the young lad behind the bar serving us didnt look old

not enough seating in bar. would of been nice to have a coffee bar /snack barr

the friendly staff. the swimming pool. the bar area.

very nice pool, friendly and attentive staff, excellent bar and restaurant and pleasant gardens

excellent bar and friendly

all staff at the bar room service couldn’t rate them enough

beautiful spa, bar and felt very safe

the bar in reception was a welcoming addition

enjoyed stay good view and comfortable room great nights sleep very friendly staff nice little bar and lounge area to relax right opposite sea great location would stay

needs bar stools!

and clean very friendly staff especially evening staff really nice had a lovely evening in the bar chatting made our stay exceptional room was warm and comfy breakfast was

the inside and outside bar were lovely and the seating area to watch the world go by was very enjoyable

view, bath was very good big and clean room, good breakfast service and bar till late great sauna and steam

the guy in bar also very kind and helpful

hotel, nice little bar , bar staff lovely

group of lads in bar language not really appropriate

the bar needs modernisation, until then the drinks could do with a price reduction.