The King'S Arms, Dorchester
About the Hotel
Rooms and Amenities
The King's Arms, Dorchester, has 28 bedrooms with desks, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Rooms include free in-room Wi-Fi, wardrobes, and electric kettles. Certain rooms feature seating areas. The bathrooms provide complimentary toiletries. Guests can request dog-friendly rooms on the first floor for an extra charge. Accessible Room 001 is located on the ground floor with car park access and a fully accessible bathroom.
Onsite Dining Options
The King's Arms includes a restaurant and a bar. A seasonal menu is available all day, offering multi-course meals and snacks. A Sunday roast menu is served from midday to 9 PM. The bar offers local craft beers, West Country ciders, a wine list, a gin selection, and cocktails. Happy Hour is every Thursday from 4-7pm.
Things to do
The King's Arms offers a terrace. Pop-up bakery every Thursday from 9am - 2pm. Guests can visit Fantasy Island Fun Park and Bennetts Water Gardens.
Location and Access
Located in Dorchester, The King's Arms is 50 km from Bournemouth. Weymouth is 17 km away. Landmarks near the hotel include Max Gate (1.5 km), The Keep Military Museum (1 km), and the Statue of Thomas Hardy (0.5 km). The hotel is near Dorchester South station, a 10-minute walk. Turn into North Square from the High Street, then first right into Friary Lane and the car park is on the right.
Hotel Services
The King's Arms provides a 24-hour front desk. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a first aid kit. The hotel offers yoga sessions with brunch in the Casterbridge Room. The Casterbridge Room, accommodating up to 70 guests, is available for events. The hotel provides information to you that you request from us relating to our services.
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Price and Room Availability Calendar
Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
