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The Sydney Arms

11 Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NG, United Kingdom
Dorchester, United Kingdom
See location+44 130 575 1696
From
£69
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rate per night

7.1
Good
based on 479 reviews
479 reviews
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Nightly total
Double room
£69
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Overview

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Set in Dorchester and with Monkey World reachable within 24 km, The Sydney Arms offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 29 km from Golden Cap, 39 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Poole Harbour. The accommodation features evening entertainment and luggage storage space. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at The Sydney Arms also have a city view. You can play darts at the accommodation. Bournemouth International Centre is 46 km from The Sydney Arms, while Sandbanks is 46 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 47 km away.
Rating
7.1
Good
Based on 479 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Sydney Arms

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

Basics

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

Bathroom

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

Things to do

  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Pool table
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment

Accessibility and suitability

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

Media and entertainment

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

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

General

  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Private check-in/check-out

Reviews of The Sydney Arms

7.1
Good
479 verified ratings
Wonderful
95
Very good
83
Good
84
Okay
48
Fair
47
Mediocre
36
Poor
86

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff, making them feel welcome. However, many reviews highlighted significant issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and bathrooms. Some guests also mentioned noise from the pub below, which affected their sleep. Overall, while the hotel has potential, it requires considerable improvements in maintenance and cleanliness.
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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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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Sydney Arms

Low season

January

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

£70

Average price (weekend night)

£74
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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 January and June.
  • 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 Sunday or Wednesday. 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 £74, while the most expensive was £74.
  • How long should you stay at The Sydney Arms? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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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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3-star hotel
Bramlies9.6 Excellent (126 reviews)0.29 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Free parking£113+
4-star hotel
Westwood House9.5 Excellent (818 reviews)0.26 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Flat-screen TV£141+
3-star hotel
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The Gamekeeper
9.2 Excellent (36 reviews)1.52 miBar/Lounge, Free Wi-Fi, Flat-screen TV£50+
4-star hotel
28% cheaperBay Tree House9.1 Excellent (632 reviews)0.86 miRestaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Free parking£46+

Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to city centre

0.2 mi

Nearest airport

Bournemouth

Distance to airport

26.8 mi

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