Curated romantic hotels in Dorset

With a stay at New Inn in Ilminster, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Ilminster Parish Hall and The Warehouse Theatre. This inn is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ilminster Library.

A stay at The Green House places you in the heart of Bournemouth, within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at The Kings Arms in Christchurch, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Poole Harbour and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

Located in Seaton, Masons Arms is by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Branscombe Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. This inn is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Lyme Regis Beach and 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from Devon Cliffs Beach.

A stay at The Nici places you in the heart of Bournemouth, within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. This beach hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from New Forest National Park.

When you stay at Hornsbury Mill in Chard, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Donyatt Village Hall and Chard Museum. This guest house is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Chard Community Hospital and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Snowdon Park.

Located in Ilminster, The Flying Fish Stables is a 2-minute drive from Barrington Hill Meadows and 6 minutes from Donyatt Village Hall. This property is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Blackdown Hills and 4 mi (6.4 km) from The Warehouse Theatre.

When you stay at Harbour Hotel Christchurch in Christchurch, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This spa hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at The Langton Arms in Blandford Forum, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Chettle Play Park. This inn is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Wimborne Minster.

With a stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole in Poole (Poole Old Town), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Bournemouth International Centre. This eco-friendly hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 14 mi (22.5 km) from New Forest National Park.

Nestled amidst stunning countryside, this 2AA Rosette award-winning late 18th century British pub is beautifully set in the heart of the ancient village of Corton Denham, on the Somerset/Dorset border.

Bedrooms have views of the rolling countryside and are individually designed in calm, neutral colours. All have contemporary bathrooms and Egyptian cotton linen.

Just 3 miles from the historic town of Sherborne, guests can visit the town’s castles, Abbey and boutique shops. Also in the area is Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site, which is just 45 minutes drive across the rolling Dorset Downs.

Set in an elegant Edwardian building, The Kings Arms boasts traditional charm and period features. Situated in rural Dorset, the 5-star hotel offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and a celebrated restaurant.

The stylish bedrooms at The Kings Arms are individually decorated with luxury fabrics and period furniture. All rooms have a marble bathroom with a rain shower, free luxury toiletries and fluffy bathrobes. Rooms also have a flat-screen TV, DVD player and tea/coffee facilities.

The Kings Arms Restaurant serves a modern British menu in the impressive dining room, which overlooks the croquet lawn. The cosy bar features natural slate and oak floors, and offers real ales and large terrace. Full English breakfasts are served daily.

Surrounded by the magnificent Dorset countryside, The Kings Arms Hotel is a 10-minute drive from historical Sherborne Castle and Abbey. The market town of Yeovil can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive, and Stonehenge is a 40-minute drive away.

Located in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), The Orchid Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum and Bournemouth Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bournemouth Lower Gardens and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre.

When you stay at The Avon Causeway Hotel in Christchurch, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This family-friendly inn is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

Located in Poole, The Canford offers stylish accommodation with free WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking free of charge. The accommodation boasts an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as a lounge and a garden with a terrace.

Rooms at The Canford have a writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom fitted with either a bathtub or a shower.

A variety of menu options are offered on the property's à-la-carte restaurant, which comprises a conservatory dining area. Guests can unwind in the bar or on the garden terrace with a drink.

The Canford is located 1.5 km from Poole's Harbour, 6 km from the Sandbanks and 4.5 km from Brownsea Castle. Bristol Airport is 89 km away.

Located in Yeovil, Lanes Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Yeovil Country Park and 6 minutes from Huish Park. This spa hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ham Hill Country Park and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Montacute House.

With a stay at Park Central Hotel in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), you'll be steps from Bournemouth International Centre and 4 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Beach. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Bournemouth Pier and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Poole Harbour.

When you stay at Cliff House Hotel in Bournemouth, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Pier. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Poole Harbour and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bournemouth Beach.

Facing the beachfront, The Nici offers 4-star accommodation in Bournemouth and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Among the facilities at this property are a kids' club and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a shared lounge.

The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving British, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The Nici offers a terrace. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing.

The Nici can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Westcliff Beach, Alum Chine beach and Eastcliff Beach. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km away.

When you stay at Harbour Heights Hotel in Poole, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Poole Harbour and Bournemouth International Centre. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from New Forest National Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Bournemouth Beach.