The Junction Hotel

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Marston's Inns
7.7 (661 reviews)
Great Western Road , Dorchester , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Key card access
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Tasty breakfast
Friendly staff
Cons:
Room quality needs improvement
Some noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.91
Mixed sentiments noted about cleanliness; overall clean but mentioned issues.
Service
7.88
Friendly and hospitable staff consistently mentioned.
Location
8.42
Great central location mentioned positively by several guests.
Room Quality
7.37
Rooms described as basic and needing updates, but overall comfortable.
Amenities
7.4
Basic amenities available; some guests felt they needed improvement.
Value for Money
7.86
Great value mentioned by multiple guests for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Breakfasts were highlighted positively across several reviews.
Overall Experience
7.38
Overall decent experience with some praises and issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:46

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 3-minute walk from Dorchester West Train Station, The Junction offers easy access for travelers. The ground floor rooms provide disabled access, catering to all guests' needs.

Comfortable Rooms
The stylishly furnished rooms at The Junction come equipped with modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, and complimentary bottled water. The en suite bathrooms and cozy beds ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.

Delicious Dining
Guests can indulge in a wide selection of classic pub food at the inn. From sandwiches and salads to hearty main courses, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss the chance to savor British beef and Marston’s Ale pie during your stay.

Experience convenience, comfort, and great dining at The Junction. Book now for a memorable stay in historic Dorchester.

Important information:

If you require check-in outside the standard times, please contact property using the details on your Booking Confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public 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.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 661 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.91
Service: 7.88
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 7.38
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Andy • family_with_children • gb
5
Basic amenities.But “you get what you pay for” as they say.
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

The Manager

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Mary Bluett • couple • gb
10
Very nice, lovely staff, good food, cle
Pros:

Friendly welcome, lovely dinner, very nice breakfast

Cons:

Outside decoration - woodwork on doors and windows. These were in a sorry state of disrepair.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Dicht bij een park, supermarkt en het centrum.

Cons:

Niets

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room looked old and tired, there was only room for a couple of cars in the car park.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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MARK • extended_group • gb
8
Excellent value for money.
Pros:

Rooms were quiet and comfortable, the Pub is excellent, nice clientele, very friendly staff, and the breakfast was excellent too. Lovely lady served us on Sunday morning.

Cons:

The shower worked fine and was hot, but needs a little maintenance to secure to the wall , but this is very minor point.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Evan • couple • gb
10
Very friendly staff nice room
Pros:

Central location easy to find

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Good value, private and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Pros:

Friendly and professional greeting and check-in. Surprisingly large room. Rooms in separate building to pub. Very comfortable bed. Great breakfast.

Cons:

Noise from outside - not the fault of the property. Bathroom a little tired - but clean and usable.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • um
7
Disappointed with Dorchester as a place to stay not too much entertainment in pubs.
Pros:

Location was great parking on site ideal.

Cons:

Room could be cleaner dust and cobwebs.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Penny • couple • gb
8
Visiting family so suited our needs completely
Pros:

Spacious bedroom, conveniently central and good restaurant

Cons:

All ok

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Janette • couple • gb
9
Enjoyed the stay and will return.
Pros:

Room was clean, tidy and comfortable. Breakfast was basic but good portions and freshly cooked. The location was central to what we needed.

Cons:

The en-suite is looking a little tired...

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good value for money and a nice breakfast too.
Pros:

Really good value for money. Room was large, had everything you needed. Very friendly staff and good breakfast.

Cons:

Furnishings a little tired.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Lex Coenen • solo_traveller • nl
7
Great stay, wonderful inn
Pros:

This is a small hotel with only a handful of rooms, located right in the centre of Dorchester. Its convenient location makes it easy to explore the town on foot and provides a good base for visiting attractions in the surrounding area.

The inn itself is very welcoming, offering a good selection of beers and a varied menu. The breakfast was excellent, and we enjoyed the Full English breakfast on several mornings during our stay.

Cons:

There are only two free parking spaces available, so it is often necessary to park along the road, where parking is paid.

The rooms are a bit dated and could benefit from some maintenance. There were a few minor issues, such as a loose showerhead.

Another downside is that the room's window faces the inn's outdoor seating area. As guests often gather there to drink and smoke in the evenings, it can be quite noisy, making it difficult to get an early night's sleep.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Elean • family_with_children • gb
5
Good breakfast great location very nice staff but too noisy and poorly furnished.
Pros:

Staff were very helpful and pleasant great location.

Cons:

Poor furniture no head board for beds. No side table for beds just a plank board. No fan or air conditioner in rooms.windows couldn’t be opened as was too noisy and unsafe as the rooms are too close to main road.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Marco Antônio • couple • br
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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EL • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
5
Ok. Just.
Pros:

The staff.

Cons:

Looked tired and in need of refurbishment.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Ken A • solo_traveller • gb
6
Enjoyable stay on a basic room
Pros:

Staff were welcoming and friendly
Food was very good
Location was central and all amenities ans attractions were walkable

Cons:

Room was very basic and bland. Some of the furniture was tatty. Edging to the bedside table was peeling off. Some bathroom fittings, ie shelf, were missing.
Bed was not very comfortable.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee