The Frampton Arms

Hotels
8.7 (2169 reviews)
The Frampton Arms Station Road , Dorchester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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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 2169 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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Paula extended_group gb
4
Served a purpose
Cons:

Food was overcooked. Breakfast not appetising , pleased to have air conditioning in bedroom.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Stuart couple gb
8
The room was lovely, the pub was lovely. The breakfast was a total let down. Would have been better to have bacon, eggs,
Pros:

It was really nicely done, it was nice having the room door in the courtyard.

Cons:

There was nothing wrong with the property.

What let it down was the breakfast.
My wife has a gluten and dairy intolerance. There was 1/3 of a loaf of frozen bread, no other butter or milk options, so the cereal was not an option either.

Maybe in future it would be a nice touch to ask of any allergies/ intolerances upon booking and ask of any breakfast they would like.
We had asked a few times if you catered for it and we were assured you did, you definitely do not.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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paul couple gb
9
Nice location to use as a base for local activities.
Pros:

Well maintained and comfortable

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Michel couple nl
4
zonder brom in de AC een prima kamer, netjes en ruim genoeg. Ontbijt is een sterke afrader.
Pros:

vriendelijk personeel en prima diner gehad. We hadden wel een slechte nacht vanwege een hele harde brom in de AC om de 5 minuten. Wel prima opgelost door personeel door de nacht niet in rekening te brengen.

Cons:

Ontbijt was ronduit slecht. Eigenlijk nog nooit zo een beperkte keuze meegemaakt. Geef er geen geld aan uit, ontbijt ergens buiten het hotel. Niks geen warme gerechten zoals een een eitje. De croissants kwamen volgend mij uit een kant en klare zak. Leek alsof het niet afgebakken was. Slecht. We hadden ook een slechte nacht vanwege een brom in de AC om de 5 minuten. Wel prima opgelost door personeel door de nacht niet in rekening te brengen.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Alexander solo_traveller at
9
Es hat mir alles sehr gut gefallen, nur das Frühstück war einfach
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Lynda solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

We liked the room nice and cool,

Cons:

We would of liked cooked breakfast.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Martina couple it
6
Pros:

Mi sorprende che una struttura in mezzo al nulla cosmico come questa sia presente in booking :)

Cons:

Le lenzuola presentavano delle macchie gialle e purtroppo la reception era aperta fino alle 21 e non siamo riusciti a segnarlo o a farcele cambiare. Al nostro arrivo in camera era stato accesa l’aria condizionata a 16 gradi quando fuori faceva parecchio freddo e pioveva.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
R
Richard solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Kevan couple gb
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Mr Clive Manning couple gb
9
Great for an overnight stay !!
Pros:

The position of the Frampton Arms was just right for us as it was close enough to our next destination .The room was light and airy and comfortable .

Cons:

My only issue was the stairs to our room but i should have asked for a ground floor room .

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
10
Perfect all round
Pros:

It was all perfect. Staff were exceptional

Cons:

Being really picky, there was nowhere in the bathroom to hang towels after use.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
10
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
B
Betty solo_traveller nl
8
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
A
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
M
Maureen couple gb
8
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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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
E
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