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

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

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

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

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

that the bar and restaurant were closed monday and tuesday as would have liked to spend the evening there

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

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

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

nice bar area and lovely breakfast

bed was two mattresses, no towels or soap on arrival, noise in the bar after 1100hrs

the room needs tlc and the bar was very cold

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

the fun in the bar with the locals

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

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

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

great choice at the bar and parking felt very safe

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

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

if wi-fi was needed it was better to either connect via the restaurant or bar area

dining area was lovely and the bar area very cozy

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

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

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

excellent food, and a lovely bar

didn t meet them but the food quality was

the bar and restaurant were excellent just to top things off

way to make you welcome despite being really busy, great food, amazing accommodation, lovely bar and dining areas, and fantastically dog-friendly

perhaps a small bar area? perhaps better reading bedside lighting. but these are small things.

were not told about bar closing although were offered a drink before they left

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

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

nice bar and lovely places to sit in the evening to enjoy a

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

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

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

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

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

bar fun

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

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

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

great style, cozy bar restaurant

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

cosy bar and light and airy restaurant

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

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

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

meal from the bar was extremely helpful

when we arrived the bar was closed for food but they happily made us some sandwiches

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

great spa facilities and a decent pizza in the bar area for dinner

slightly loud at night even when the bar has been closed

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

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

the bar was spacious and the room was cool

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

there was also a minibar with a range of goodies, some of which were included in the room rate

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

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 bar was lovely for cocktails and the breakfast was very nice

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

food in the bar was very good with plenty of

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

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

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

the food in the bar was outstanding with really friendly staff

loved the breakfast and having a beer in the bar before dinner in the evening

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

easy access to dorchester and lovely bar and accommodation

and restaurant in the bar lovely place to

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

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

dinner and outdoor bar service excellent

dinner in the restaurant was delicious, there was live music in the bar and great selection of food for breakfast

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

went well but unfortunately we could not hear any noise from the bar downstairs

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

we had the room above the main bar on a weekend so could hear the music and fun below from the room but that was expected

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

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

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

we had dinner in the bar which was served really quickly and tasted great

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

bar noise but quiet after leaving time and road quieter then too

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

the tv in the room appeared not set up and no internet. internet in the bar tried to charge

noise of bar fridge

evening meal in bar was lovely

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

the bar area was inviting and had a relaxed feel to it

the bar was pleasant

the bar was friendly and comfortable

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

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

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

loved the place , bar staff could be happier

the reading material in the snug part of the bar was very interesting

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

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

richard behind the bar on saturday afternoon was a perfect

small thing is that we thought the inn / bar/ restaurant perhaps needed a little bit of a design upgrade

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

rooms excellent for price bar and staff helpful and friendly

maybe a better selection of bar snacks.

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

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

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

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

the whole decor was beautiful bar area was comfy and bar staff were very helpful and friendly breakfast was great and plenty of

could do with a mini bar in room

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

from receptionist to breakfast waiters, bar staff and cleaning team

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

great atmosphere in the bar in the evening

), 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,

tasty bar food and cooked breakfast. very friendly and helpful bar staff. comfortable bed.

the bar is very friendly, and the food was excellent, even if the portions were a little on the large

felt it would suit couples more than family with kids as it is inclusive of the bar back garden

served locals first at the bar before people waiting.

late bar not available.

staff at the bar were friendly

enjoyed our stay at the royal oak, our room was very clean and comfortable, special thanks to the bar manager jenny doing a great job, also thankyou to sandy and kath locals that helped us with

hotel bar was quiet but a great local pub just 5 minute walk up the road for the evening

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

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

didn't try bar and restaurant so can't comment on this

parking was tricky

great breakfast. the off road parking is a plus. charming hosts.

close to the beach with safe private parking

breakfast was great and parking space was convenient and safe

free parking all weekend, amazing breaky and great room and quality of furnishing

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

was very noisy during the night and had a knock knock ginger guest at 3am which terrified my kids

the karaoke it was nice to chill in the bar area there are lots of board games to choose for kids to play with

loved the location, stunning sea views, free parking, wifi and dog friendly

free wifi

bedroom and the best night's sleep i'd had in a while whilst breakfast in the basement bar next door was excellent

the bar staff always went out their way to make sure we were happy and we were never out of a

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

bar staff amazing

everything was fabulous, lovely staff, great evenings karaoke bar staff were excellent

no bar at this hotel

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

was great but because of the covid situation we couldn't use the bar so can't comment on what that is like

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

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

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

inhouse bar not open during our stay

the bar wasn't open.

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

the bar wasn't been used.

the room the bar the location and friendly staff

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

good welcome at the hotel bar

no facilities for bar snacks, but pubs nearby did so not much walking.

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

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

room was very spacious with bath and shower, mini bar little extras and very comfortable

wonderful bar and beautiful building

convenient bar and restaurant

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

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

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

great place to stay. bar and restaurant have amazing views

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)

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

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

the bar is well maintained and stocked

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.

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

this we were all made to feel so welcome by maxine the landlady, she even allowed them to use the bar facilities she was simply the best, we all just hit it off and we had such a laugh throughout

there is also a bar and a terrace to sit on

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

lounge and ho wary bar very welcoming

great location and pleasant bar area.

during my stay, decorators were painting the exterior and for some reason set up their coffee bar on the table outside our window

the bar was excellent with a very good selction of wine and spirits

lovely bar and dining area, excellent menu and well presented food

the re stocking of the tea tray in the room missing a couple of items, we told the bar staff and it was replenished when we returned after our walk

nice welcoming, nice and clean room, amazing staff, great room service, lovely bar service and good breakfast

the bar in reception was a welcoming addition

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

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

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

it is a room with a shared bathroom with a bar downstairs and a lovely breakfast

gentleman behind the bar welcomed me in, and quickly showed me the way around and how to get the pub below from the room

bar manager kirsty i believe was a incredible host warm friendly explained everything perfectly

wish the bar stayed open a bit longer....

really loud band in bar till midnight then packing up outside till 1pm

charge for parking. 30 charge taken despite us using bar and restaurant

the bar area was a little characterless

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

excellent breakfasts & evening meals, bar open too

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

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

i do like a small bar of soap!

bar staff friendly and evening meals were very tasty overall excellent value for money , we would

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

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

just my own preference but the decor in the bar was very dark.

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 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

spacious rooms and the staff were great, the breakfast was delicious and we tried a lot of the bar menu which was also delicious and great deals

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

had a lovely cosy bar and resturant area

the bar staff are so attentive, food was amazing - the whole stay was just perfect

food in the bar / restaurant was excellent

very cool place, lovely bar lounge and helpful youngster

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

told the bar closed at 11 but got back at 10

we had a light lunch in the bar nd the food was excellent

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

bar warm and friendly, drinks very reasonable prices

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

were given the wrong room key and had to go and fetch our key from the nearby bar / restaurant

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

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

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

tendency to turn the coffee machine behind the bar off about 9.30 pm .

bar area was excellent. staff in bar very good. no sign of landlord even though i had problems

village quite and pleasant - comfortable bed and clean one huge plus dogs were able to be in the bar and at breakfast area

up at 5 was told bar shutting so be quick putting stuff in room if wanting a quick drink after driving 5hours to get

it was nestled in a beautiful dorset village, the bar and restaurant was very welcoming.

atmosphere in bar was extremely friendly

sometime the bar could get abit load

staff kindly offered numbers for potential take aways etc but we ended up having a few bar snacks and going to bed after a nice chat with the locals

the fact that i could easily enter and exsist my room without nessarily having to walk threw the bar area i also liked the ablity to lock my room from the inside ans the fact that i was able to

was clean staff were friendly breakfast was good good choice of ales and lagers in bar food was good location nice 10 minutes away from weymouth sea

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

10.30 last orders in bar tue eve.

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

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

a lovely bar and restaurant area

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

i have stayed twice before and on every occasion the bar staff have not been as customer friendly as they might but the people showing me to my room and

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

table tennis, pool, bar billiards, lovely quiet lounge with daily newspapers

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

more bar staff when the wedding party were in

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

great staff, brilliant bar man, fantastic breakfast

staff were amazing and the bar and food great

had a fabulous night here comfortable nights sleep and a great cooked breakfast highly recommend

very clean and comfortable. excellent breakfast and very helpful and friendly staff

typical country pub, great hot breakfast, shower poor flow,

fancy but friendly staff, comfortable if bijou rooms, immaculately clean and excellent breakfast

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

wifi was poor in the room, maybe because our room was on the far side of the building

in most cases one hour's use

poole regularly for work and surprised i had to pay 10 extra for parking and worse was that the gym was 20 for half day use

location, price, breakfast and facilities

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

fantastic location with amazing views and very welcoming staff whether reception / bar / restaurant

from the room was outstanding staff were exceptional and friendly lovely bar and restaurant

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

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

bar service was slow and a bit grumpy which is very unusual so he may have been poorly or very

that's fine for one night, but a more informal bar style evening option

no bar area

mpler food) would have been a real asset,

menu would have been good to have a bar snack/light bites menu alongside the a la carte for those who have had food out or afternoon

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

room 2 is overlooking the bar so noisy until midnight so ask for a room at the back

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

the welcome treat and the mini bar and all the extras made it so special

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

the lovely little bar had music on the friday evening and the locals are so

staff , room, breakfast and locals very friendly in the bar within the hotel x perfect

the bar was only open from 5 till 9

requested soup, which was on menu in bedroom, but not on bar menu

the bright young things behind the bar were infectiously jolly

great breakfast, ample parking

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

came in to reception and it was join to the bar area opened planned and there was a birthday party felt like we were intruding

particular note re the very friendly and helpful lady who served at the bar during the afternoon/early evening

people from jason on the desk to the bar staff restaurant staff and ladies cleaning the rooms