The Sydney Arms

3 stars
11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NG, United Kingdom
Dorchester, United Kingdom
+44 130 575 1696
7.7
Good
based on 555 reviews
555 reviews
Sun 14/6
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Mon 15/6
2 guests, 1 room
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£95
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Nightly total
Double room
£95
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Overview

Set in Dorchester and with Weymouth Harbour reachable within 15 km, The Sydney Arms offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 22 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Golden Cap and 37 km from Corfe Castle. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and luggage storage space. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. The Sydney Arms features some units that feature city views, and all rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. You can play darts at the accommodation. Poole Harbour is 40 km from The Sydney Arms, while Bournemouth International Centre is 46 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 47 km away.
7.7
Good rating
Based on 555 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Sydney Arms

Sun 14/6
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Mon 15/6
Double room
No inclusions
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£95
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£96
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Amenities at The Sydney Arms

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker

General

  • Garden view
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Private check-in/check-out

Reviews of The Sydney Arms

7.7
Good
555 verified ratings
Wonderful
125
Very good
101
Good
94
Okay
52
Fair
51
Mediocre
37
Poor
95

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location close to town and amenities, friendly and helpful staff, and generally clean and comfortable rooms with good bed comfort. Some noted the room size as reasonable. However, noise from the pub below and some maintenance issues were common complaints. Overall, the hotel offers good value for those prioritizing location and service despite some drawbacks.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Cleanliness7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7.5 out of 10
Room Size6.5 out of 10
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Location

11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NG

What's nearby

  • Dorset County Hospital176 yd
  • The Keep Military Museum193 yd
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition0.3 mi
  • Roman Town House0.3 mi
  • Dorset County Museum0.4 mi
  • Maumbury Rings0.5 mi
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum0.6 mi
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum0.6 mi
  • The Dinosaur Museum0.6 mi
  • The Avenue Stadium0.9 mi
  • Maiden Castle1.7 mi
  • Cerne Abbas Giant7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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October
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£78
£90
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 14% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Sydney Arms

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Sydney Arms

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Sydney Arms, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Sydney Arms, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Sydney Arms was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £85, while the most expensive was £85.
  • How long should you stay at The Sydney Arms? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Sydney Arms

  • Where is The Sydney Arms located?

    The Sydney Arms is located at 11 Bridport Road, 0.2 miles from the centre of Dorchester. Dorset County Hospital is the closest landmark to The Sydney Arms.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Sydney Arms?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Sydney Arms.

  • Does The Sydney Arms offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Sydney Arms offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Sydney Arms from the airport?

    The Sydney Arms is 26.8 miles from Bournemouth. The Sydney Arms is 42.4 miles from Exeter.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Sydney Arms hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Sydney Arms in Dorchester and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Sydney Arms and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Sydney Arms.

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2-star hotel
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3-star hotel
28% cheaper
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Good to know

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.3
0.2 mi
Bournemouth
26.8 mi

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