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The Old Tea House

44 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UT, United Kingdom
+44 130 526 3719
From
£71
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Excellent

based on 406 reviews

The Old Tea House
Sat 4/5
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Sun 5/5

About The Old Tea House

  • Bed & Breakfast Room
    Enjoy a cozy breakfast in the morning
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast. The guest room features a four-poster bed, desk and tea and coffee facilities, and spacious private living room with TV and DVD player. There is also a private bathroom with shower. A cooked English breakfast is served each morning. The tea room serves traditional afternoon tea with homemade cakes and scones, as well as meals throughout the day. Dorchester is known for its connections to author Thomas Hardy, who is believed to have taken tea at The Old Tea House. The Old Tea House is located in the centre of Dorchester, and other attractions within a 10-minute walk are the Dinosaur Museum, the Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and the Roman Town House.

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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Old Tea House

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Restaurant
  • Hairdryer
  • No smoking

Basics

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

Bathroom

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

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Non-feather pillow

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

General

  • Carpeted
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of The Old Tea House

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9.1
WonderfulBased on 406 verified guest reviews
9.1Couples
8.5Families
9.1Solo
9.0Friends

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Location

44 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UT

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition154 yd
  • The Keep Military Museum200 yd
  • Roman Town House282 yd
  • Dorset County Museum301 yd
  • Dorset County Hospital373 yd
  • Dorset Teddy Bear Museum0.4 mi
  • Terracotta Warriors Museum0.4 mi
  • The Dinosaur Museum0.4 mi
  • Maumbury Rings0.5 mi
  • The Avenue Stadium1 mi
  • Maiden Castle1.9 mi
  • Cerne Abbas Giant7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Old Tea House

Low season

May

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

£77

Average price (weekend night)

£100
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Old Tea House

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Top tips for your stay at The Old Tea House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Old Tea House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Old Tea House, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Old Tea House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £100, while the most expensive was £100.
  • How long should you stay at The Old Tea House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Old Tea House

  • Where is The Old Tea House located?

    The Old Tea House is located at 44 High West Street, 0.2 miles from the centre of Dorchester. Tutankhamun: The Exhibition is the closest landmark to The Old Tea House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Old Tea House?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Old Tea House.

  • Does The Old Tea House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Old Tea House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Old Tea House from the airport?

    The Old Tea House is 26.5 miles from Bournemouth. The Old Tea House is 42.6 miles from Exeter.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Old Tea House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Old Tea House 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 Tea House 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 Tea House.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.5

Distance to city centre

0.2 mi

Nearest airport

Bournemouth

Distance to airport

26.5 mi