The Manor House

Hotels
9 (952 reviews)
West Bexington , Puncknowle , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent food
Cons:
Small rooms
Worn amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Reviews imply cleanliness is maintained, though some areas noted wear.
Service
9.43
Staff were consistently praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.47
Location was highlighted as a strong positive factor in many reviews.
Room Quality
7.92
Some rooms were noted as small or needing updates, affecting comfort.
Amenities
8.95
Not extensively mentioned, considered 'standard quality for this hotel tier'.
Value for Money
8.91
Perceived as fair pricing for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
9.46
Food consistently praised as excellent quality.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall sentiment is very positive despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:11

Property Description

Historic Charm and Coastal Beauty
Located in West Bexington, just steps away from Chesil Beach and Lym Bay, The Manor House is a delightful 16th-century property with a beautiful garden and terrace.

Elegant Accommodation and Sea Views
Individually decorated rooms at The Manor House feature modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms even boast stunning sea views, providing a truly unforgettable stay. Enjoy complimentary WiFi in public areas.

Local Dining and Relaxing Atmosphere
Treat yourself to delicious dishes made with local ingredients at the on-site restaurant, or unwind with a drink and snacks at the cellar bar. With a serene countryside setting, The Manor House offers a tranquil escape just a short drive from Weymouth.

Experience history, comfort, and natural beauty at The Manor House - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note only some rooms offer sea views.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.
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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 952 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 9.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Jeffrey couple gb
7
Good value for what it was in a superb location.
Pros:

Location excellent. . Room spacious . Bed big and comfy. Lovely shower. View amazing . The one member of staff we saw all day and evening of check-in was attentive and multi-talented. Breakfast staff friendly and attentive.

Cons:

Understaffed on afternoon and evening. Room lacked character and was sparse. Continental breakfast very limited and no yoghurt or fruit. Full English ok but basic.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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michael couple gb
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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joc813 Friends getaway Bridport, Dorset, England
10
Simply beautiful
Pros:

A beautiful setting overlooking the gardens and further out, the beach. The food was excellent - we went for Easter Sunday lunch - and one of us eating the vegetarian Wellington felt it was the best Sunday lunch she’d had! We can’t wait to return!

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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Stuart couple gb
5
Disappointed
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff.

Cons:

It’s not clean by any means and needs a lot of attention, breakfast was ok, we had a full English, well’ I say full, they had run out of some items so we had partial English breakfast, asked if we wanted toast, never arrived and gave up after 30mins, we checked out feeling fairly disappointed to be honest.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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B7043ZUkatiew Couples
10
Welcoming
Pros:

Lovely reception, engaged staff and lovely food. Would definitely come again.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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Chiora Couples London, England
8
Lovely old hotel
Pros:

We enjoyed our 2 night stay at The Manor House. We went on a Travelzoo deal which was excellent value. The hotel is old and very interesting with beautiful gardens overlooking the sea and we were fortunate to have good weather. Our room up in the attic was very small but had everything we needed. I would definitely advise upgrading to a larger room if possible. We had dinner included and it was very good. Food was freshly prepared with good ingredients. Breakfast was adequate but could have been better. The 'buffet' was just fruit yoghurts, small packets of cereal and small pots of jam. There was no fresh (or even tinned!) fruit which I've never come across before even in the most basic of b&bs, and no choice of bread - just toast. The cooked breakfast was OK. The location is splendid - right by Chesil Beach and easy to get to lots of other interesting places in Dorset. The staff were very friendly and helpful and Jordan in particular went out of his way to ensure we had a good stay.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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Liz couple gb
8
A hidden gem.
Pros:

The location and views were fantastic. Lucas was very welcoming. We had a lovely meal in the evening. It was great for a one night stop over.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike really! If I’m being picky, the bed was a bit too soft for us but that’s just our preference.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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trixiean1 Couples Portsmouth, Hampshire, England
10
A fantastic hotel in West Bexington
Pros:

Stayed at this lovely hotel recently for three days, firstly the hotel is a grand manor with loads of character and is set in a beautiful surrounding within easy walk to the beautiful Chesil beach which is huge! Our room was lovely with a very big bed with an on suite bathroom with a bath, the room had sea views. The staff were very friendly, and even had a quiz night during dinner, which was great fun. The breakfast was one the best we have had with plenty of choice. Cannot praise this hotel enough, and the hard working staff. Thank you for our stay we would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend it.

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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Sierra17_13 Friends getaway London, England
10
Excellent all round
Pros:

Excellent Sunday roast, welcoming friendly service, fabulous light & sea view in conservatory

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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travelpeeps0708 Couples Weymouth, Dorset, England
10
Enjoyed a weekend break for our wedding anniversary
Pros:

Enjoyed a weekend break for our wedding anniversary.
It was very relaxing, great views and the accommodation was very comfortable. We enjoyed good breakfasts and evening meals throughout our stay. Would be happy to return again.

2026-03-30 via Tripadvisor
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karenrC5428ZS Couples
10
Lovely place, great staff, beautiful location and good value for money
Pros:

Lovely place, beautiful location

2026-03-30 via Tripadvisor
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P2192HObarryc Solo travel
10
A unique and excellent experience.
Pros:

Unique hotel, stunning location, excellent staff. Have visited several times before and cannot wait to do so again. Highly recommended!

2026-03-29 via Tripadvisor
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12mebother Friends getaway
10
Hotels like this are rare
Pros:

This is a gem of a hotel . The staff were always ready to help. The food is freshly cooked . Athough it was cold outside there was plenty of warmth inside. The situation is idylic.I would be happy to recommend it to anyone. One of the nights we were there it was quiz night . It made for a great atmoisphere amongst the guests. (Joining in was optional).

If you have mobility problems please mention it when booking as there are no lifts.

2026-03-29 via Tripadvisor
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E9914IAjennyl Couples
10
Very good
Pros:

Our room was clean with sea view. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food was great.

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor
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familywashington Couples Lewes, East Sussex, England
8
Rather tired old hotel, but warm, friendly staff, and a brilliant location.
Pros:

The other reviews here on trip advisor give a very fair account of this hotel. We have had a lovely stay, and found the location and overall experience very good. Yes, the hotel is rather in need of a spruce up, but the staff were helpful, friendly, and made us feel very much at home.

2026-03-20 via Tripadvisor
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Graham couple gb
8
Very pleasant indeed. Very comfortable and excellent staff.
Pros:

The situation and the place itself.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Rosie couple gb
8
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

They were understaffed for the evening. The room was quite small.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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RICHARD A solo_traveller fr
8
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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carolinegN4667MH Couples
10
A real gem of a place!
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay immensely. Staff were pleasant and very helpful. Our room exceeded expectations and it was clean, light and airy with a lovely view.
We had a delicious evening meal and the food was beautifully cooked.
Breakfast was amazing and lacked nothing. Well done to all the staff, keep up the good work.

2026-03-13 via Tripadvisor
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Lmc2810 Friends getaway
10
5* service and exquisite afternoon teas
Pros:

Having found this little gem last week we returned on Saturday for the most exquisite afternoon tea. Greeted with the warmest of welcomes and exceptionally friendly service. The portions are ridiculously generous and all good was really tasty. Price point was unbelievably good in comparison to others. Thoroughly good time and thoroughly recommend.

2026-03-09 via Tripadvisor