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The Old Ship Inn
2 stars

The Old Ship Inn

16 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UW, United Kingdom
Dorchester, United Kingdom
See location+44 130 526 7273
From
£65
Cheapest

rate per night

6.4
Okay
based on 348 reviews
348 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
£65

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This Dorchester inn is located within a 10-minute walk of Dorchester West Railway Station. It is only a few moments from the Dorset County Museum.

There are a range of facilities on offer to guests of The Old Ship Inn, including karaoke and live music.

The rooms offer a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. They all feature an in-room closet, heating and ironing facilities.

The area surrounding The Old Ship Inn is well-known for its vibrant nightlife, with lots of places to go for a drink or dance. Guests can also enjoy an easy stroll to Charminster and Weymouth.

Rating
6.4
Okay
Based on 348 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Old Ship Inn

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Designated smoking area
  • Garden
  • Pool table
  • Heating

Accessibility and suitability

  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Garden

Things to do

  • Pool table

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Heating

Reviews of The Old Ship Inn

6.4
Okay
348 verified ratings
Wonderful
75
Very good
69
Good
33
Okay
32
Fair
44
Mediocre
32
Poor
63

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, with many noting the friendly atmosphere and helpful staff. However, there were significant complaints about service issues, including booking errors and noise disturbances. Overall, the hotel has potential but needs to address its service shortcomings.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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Location

16 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UW

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition19 yd
  • Dorset County Museum135 yd
  • Roman Town House325 yd
  • The Keep Military Museum372 yd
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum0.3 mi
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum0.3 mi
  • Dorset County Hospital0.3 mi
  • The Dinosaur Museum0.3 mi
  • Maumbury Rings0.5 mi
  • The Avenue Stadium1 mi
  • Maiden Castle2 mi
  • Cerne Abbas Giant7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about The Old Ship Inn

Low season

July

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

£70

Average price (weekend night)

£61
Cheapest month to stay with an average 9% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 14% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Old Ship Inn

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Old Ship Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Old Ship Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Old Ship Inn, plan to stay on a Saturday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Old Ship Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £77, while the most expensive was £77.
  • How long should you stay at The Old Ship Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The Old Ship Inn

  • Where is The Old Ship Inn located?

    The Old Ship Inn is located at 16 High West Street, 0.3 miles from the centre of Dorchester. Tutankhamun: The Exhibition is the closest landmark to The Old Ship Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Old Ship Inn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Old Ship Inn.

  • How far is The Old Ship Inn from the airport?

    The Old Ship Inn is 26.5 miles from Bournemouth. The Old Ship Inn is 42.6 miles from Exeter.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Old Ship Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Old Ship Inn 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 Old Ship Inn 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 Old Ship Inn.

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Good to know

Distance to city centre

0.3 mi

Nearest airport

Bournemouth

Distance to airport

26.4 mi

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