The Frampton Arms

Hotels
8.7 (2152 reviews)
The Frampton Arms Station Road , Dorchester , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Nice location
Cons:
Noisy air conditioning
Cold bathroom
Lack of cooked breakfast option
Noise from traffic

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Many reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but some noted disruptions and room issues.
Service
9.3
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful across several reviews.
Location
8.8
Location was generally highlighted as great, particularly for guests visiting nearby areas.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were described as comfortable, but some noise and space issues were mentioned.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities were adequate but lacked some options like cooked breakfasts.
Value for Money
8.8
Overall good value for money was highlighted in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Food was generally well-received, but portions were noted as too large for some.
Overall Experience
9
Guests had a generally positive experience with a few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:33

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Dorchester

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at The Frampton Arms comes equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and cozy bed linens and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Family-Friendly Features
With a children's playground on-site, The Frampton Arms is the perfect choice for families looking to entertain the little ones. Additionally, the hotel's location offers various outdoor activities like hiking and cycling for guests of all ages to enjoy.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Situated just 7.7 km from Monkey World and within proximity to Corfe Castle and Poole Harbour, The Frampton Arms provides easy access to popular attractions. Explore the area with ease, with Bournemouth International Centre and Golden Cap also within reach.

Book your stay at The Frampton Arms for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2152 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 9
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Mrandmrslayfield • couple • gb
10
We would stay there again if we needed accommodation in that location
Pros:

On paper the location looked like it could be noisey but it was very quiet, lovrky room, good food

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

It was my ninety time at The Frampton Arms ,that said alot .

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • couple • gb
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Timothée • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Le personnel, le restaurant et l’ambiance

Cons:

Le manque d’insonorisation et le passage du train très proche

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Edwards • couple • gb
9
Lovely stay for our 3rd visit
Pros:

Location was great for us. The Air Conditioning was a welcome bunus in the hot weather although a little noisy but worth it all the same. Lovely shower. Huge portions in the restaurant. Lovely breakfast and really friendly team. Bottled water and biscuits and nice shampoo etc in the room. Comfortable bed.

Cons:

The air con seemed to give off a bit of an odour in the room but nothing else

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • gb
9
Very convenient
Pros:

Very convenient for fisherman fishing the river Frome then staying over for the night.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Nice location.lovly staff.nice rooms.would recommended,😊

Cons:

N/a ,😊

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • gb
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Luisa • couple • gb
10
Brilliant as always
Pros:

We spend two nights for our anniversary every year.
Beautiful rooms. Very clean.
Great food
Lovely staff
Lovely newly done back
Garden.
Nice new furniture in rooms.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Jane • extended_group • gb
8
Very pleasant staff, good position for exploring the surrounding coastal towns. Good value.
Pros:

No cooked breakfast was available but the continental breakfast on offer was very good, with plenty of choices and fresh fruit everyday available to all. We found the dinner options were a little disappointing so out of our 3 night stay we only ate dinner on our first night, Our twin room was large and attractively decorated. The lighting in the bathroom and shower were both excellent

Cons:

The bathroom was quite cold and only had one hook on the back of the door to hang all clothes and towels.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Jaide • couple • gb
6
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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kara • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Nice size room. Friendly staff.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
9
Pros:

breakfast was good, easy to use, good facilities

Cons:

the mattress was a bit too firm for my liking which meant that i didn't get much sleep, I prefer a medium mattress myself but otherwise the stay was really good

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
Great location for visiting family and was good value for money. Will definitely stay there again.
Pros:

Ideal location to visit family, continental style breakfast was fine and, while not extensive, had the essentials (for me). Good value for money and breakfast was included in the price. Staff were helpful and friendly. Bedroom was very clean and well appointed.

Cons:

Not a lot wrong here.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Tim Carr • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Tim Carr • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
4
Room OK but don't bother with breakfast - its dreadful.
Pros:

Heating in room was good, bed was comfortable, room was fine. Bar and restaurant was fine with good selection of bar type food.

Cons:

Breakfast was dreadful. No cooked breakfast. Fruit on offer was past best - bananas brown, plum with split skin. Continental breakfast with a very small offering of cheese and ham - barely enough on the table for 2 guests. Must rank as the worst breakfast I've experienced. Booking.com should highlight if there's no cooked breakfast so fault not just on the hotel.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee