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7.5 / 10 Guest Rating

The Sydney Arms

11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, gb

The Sydney Arms - main view

About the Property

Charming Accommodation in Dorchester
Delightful Dining Experience
Convenient Location and Amenities

Set in the heart of Hardy County, The Sydney Arms offers 5 high-standard letting rooms in a traditional English pub setting. Indulge in fine dining, a selection of great wines, and real ales while catching up on sports with Sky Sports. Just minutes away from picturesque countryside, this charming property also provides easy access to the nearby hospital. Each en suite room is equipped with a flat-screen TV featuring built-in Freeview. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and entertainment at The Sydney Arms. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Evening entertainment
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.5
Very Good377 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the accommodating staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness6.6
Service8.6
Location8.2
Room Quality7.1
Amenities6.6
Value for Money7.6
Food and Beverage8.1
Overall Experience7.1

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MargaretgbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 20, 2025

"Great location and friendly staff"

8.0

Very friendly staff. Room was spotless.

When other guests enter and leave their rooms the locks can be quite noisy.

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PetergbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 18, 2025

"Good value for money, great location"

10.0

Location was excellent, 5 minutes from the town centre and directly opposite Dorchester Hospital where i need to visit. Clean, comfortable room that was right at the back of the pub, no noise from either the pub or the road. It was half the price of the premier inn and much better located - Premier Inn wanted over £130 for one night, don't pay it and choose smaller, independent pubs and hotels like this !

The only minor problem is parking. Because of the hospital all the roads around are resident permit controlled. It's not the Sydney Arms fault and you can park if you arrive late in the afternoon and then leave the next day before 11. You can park free but it's a 10 min walk.

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StevengbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 17, 2025

"A great stay at a great location."

8.0

Clean, recently refurbished and very friendly.

Nothing.

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RitchiegbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 14, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0
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MargaretgbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 13, 2025

"Friendly and clean"

8.0

Great staff

Noise from doors of other rooms

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MariangbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 11, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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OlivergbGB
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 3, 2025

"Comfortable, good value, clean"

8.0

Separated entrance and exit to the accommodation from the pub itself. Our room had an odd but surprisingly useful cloakroom square to leave shoes etc. maybe a motion led rechargable job would assist

Thin and narrow stairs and u bend curve may not be suitable for all. Didnt bother me. The initial door had the tendency to slow shut then slam at the last moment. Shower a shade over luke warm

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JudithgbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 31, 2025

"Another good stay, I will be back!"

10.0

Close to the hospital for work. Comfy bed. Friendly and helpful staff.

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MatthewgbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 29, 2025

"Fantastic stay. I might end up being a regular here."

10.0

This is my third visit, and I've always had an amazing stay! The staff welcomed me in an amazing, professional manner, and checking in was a breeze. The single room is spotless. Clean, tidy, and beautifully presented. It is a very quiet area, so you'll definitely enjoy a good night's sleep. The bed was nice and comfortable. The room came with a fan, which was efficient during the summer season. It kept me nice and cool, and was the perfect air conditioning for me. The Sydney Arms is an absolute MUST for everyone who wants to stay in Dorchester. Fantastic place to stay, followed by a brilliant selection of drinks and food. Thank you to the team for their amazing service, and making sure that my stay was a pleasant one. I will definitely come back for my fourth stay.

There was nothing that I didn't like. Everything exceeded my expectations, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

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MarygbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 26, 2025

"Enjoyable"

8.0

Quiet location not too far to walk to local amenities

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