The Junction Hotel

Hotels
Marston's Inns
7.7 (654 reviews)
Great Western Road , Dorchester , gb

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 654 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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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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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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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
M
Mark couple gb
10
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
K
Keith solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
E
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
M
Marco Antônio couple br
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
E
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
K
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
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Barbara Hollis solo_traveller gb
8
Good Value for Money
Pros:

Perfect location, reasonable price, lovely breakfast, nice service.

Cons:

Little bit of noise (expected- it's a pub after all).
Shower was hanging off the wall. Carpets a bit grubby. Bedside shelf was a long way away from bed!
Water was extremely hot and cold tap just a trickle. Mentioned to staff to look into.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Radiance solo_traveller gb
6
It did us ok for the one night but not pleasurable
Cons:

Mould in bathroom,
very difficult parking,
Very little choice for breakfast I we did not want cooked

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Daila solo_traveller gb
5
Disappointing
Pros:

Friendly staff
Central location

Cons:

Rooms at street level, door to the parking and pub terrace
Parking very limited - had to park away from the venue, and had to pay for parking. I did enquire about parking availability but didn't get a response

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Roger solo_traveller gb
8
Great location and pub atmosphere.
Pros:

Excellent location, short walk from both railway stations; good vibe in the pub; room quite adequate; good breakfast; friendly and accommodating staff.

Cons:

Wash basin drained quite slowly.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Nigel couple gb
8
Great town to visit for the weekend and hotel's central location means all places walkable
Pros:

Location very central to town and amenities

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
C
Carl couple gb
10
Enjoyable
Pros:

Good location and clean

Cons:

The parking was confusing

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
G
gees couple gb
8
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Spacious room comfortable bed. Available parking. Very friendly service and excellent breakfast included in the price

Cons:

Slight problem with drainage in shower cubicle

2026-05-10 via Nuitee