Priory Wareham

Hotels
9.2 (210 reviews)
Church Green , Wareham , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Adult only
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Incredible staff
Cons:
Room size smaller than expected
Minor service delays

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Rooms and grounds were immaculate, indicating high cleanliness standards.
Service
9.75
Staff were incredible and excellent, showcasing superior service throughout.
Location
9.29
The location is beautiful, right next to the river and town.
Room Quality
8.24
Some rooms were too small for the price point, affecting sleep quality.
Amenities
9.27
Great amenities including a beautiful garden and restaurant.
Value for Money
8.73
Price may not reflect room size; value is decent considering overall quality.
Food and Beverage
9.78
Dinner and breakfast were delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall experience was excellent despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:57

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in the comfort of our guest rooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities for a relaxing stay.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor a delightful array of meals from a full English breakfast to a gourmet dinner at our on-site restaurant. Explore our wine cellar with 200 vintages and enjoy lunch in our charming Garden Room or on the terrace.

Scenic Surroundings and Nearby Attractions
Discover the beauty of Dorset countryside with open views and explore attractions like Lulworth Cove, Studland Beach, and the historic Corfe Castle ruins just a short drive away.

Book now for a memorable stay at The Priory Hotel amidst English cottage gardens and beside the tranquil River Frome.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOH

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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 14 and older are allowed.
    Adults stay for £65 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 210 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 9.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 9.78
Overall Experience: 9.25
J
Jeanne • couple • gb
8
Beautiful hotel and grounds with outstanding views.
Pros:

The hotel and gardens and the view were wonderful. The staff were excellent, charming and professional. Food super.

Cons:

Our room (no 23 ?) was characterful and attractive. But it had a few problems. There was no mirror in front of the basin in bathroom so difficult for my husband to shave. To get to a plug socket I had to climb under the shelf where the kettle and and tea/coffee facilities were. The stairs directly outside the room door were very tricky. We were fine but an older person would have found it dangerous.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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alessandra • couple • it
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Carlos Eduardo • couple • br
10
Adorável surpresa
Pros:

O local onde o hotel está situado já vale a visita: uma casa que data do século 12 ao lado de uma igreja medieval, em frente a um rio. A decoração interna nos remete a uma casa de campo. Os quartos confortáveis e bem decorados. O café da manha a la carte, típico ingles com produtos locais. O atendimento dos funcionários nota 10.

Cons:

Gostei de tudo.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
C
CATHERINE • couple • gb
10
Thoroughly enjoyable short stay in a superb location with top class food
Pros:

Superb food

Cons:

Bed a bit soft

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
A
Alina • couple • de
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Claire • extended_group • gb
10
Outstandingly perfect!
Pros:

This place was exceptional,lovely location,gorgeous room,spotlessly clean ,lovely staff ,outstanding food !
We spent a night here had three course dinner,breakfast and returned to have afternoon tea in the pod by the river for our 2 friends birthdays.There was a little bit of anxiety on the staff part about us having enough room in the pod but it was fine we had lots of space and could easily of fitted 6 for afternoon tea.it was just what I wanted a more private quiet space to enjoy🤩The meal was outstanding on every level! one of the best meals I’ve ever had and although the hotel is a high end place it’s not snobby and actually very down to earth and ,chilled and has such a relaxing atmosphere.The staff in the restaurant were amazing! Nothing was too much trouble and they were super friendly.I/We will be back soon …can’t wait! …keep up the good work your all amazing!

Cons:

Nothing!*****:)))

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
9
Another lovely visit. This is one of our favourites.
Pros:

Lovely property in a perfect position in a charming town

Cons:

Slightly small ( but very comfortable ) rooms for the price

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
E
Elaine • couple • gb
10
Spectacular- highly recommend and more!!!
Pros:

Beautiful period property. Lovely location. Staff were very attentive. It was like stepping back in time.
The views and grounds were spectacular. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Worth every penny!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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alessandra • family_with_children • it
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
F
Fox • couple • gb
8
We enjoyed our stay once we had a proper sized room
Pros:

Our first room and bathroom were extremely small ( room 23 ) and do we were moved to room 22.

Cons:

Let us know the height of the ceilings and low beams

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
L
Lin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
R
Roger • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Our whole experience was just lovely. It is certainly a wonderful place to visit, very quirky in the best possible way.

Cons:

We loved our experience so much, nothing could have been done better. It is something outstanding and out of the ordinary.

Ann and Roger

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful location & gardens. Very comfortable bed!

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • gb
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • couple • gb
10
Lovely grounds with secured carpark.Staff very helpful and we had a fantastic evening meal.
Pros:

Excellent

Cons:

None

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
T
Tracey • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
J
Jacqueline • couple • gb
10
Fantastic Find in Dorset!
Pros:

This historic building dates back to the 16th century but has been well maintained and mixes traditional furnishings with modern touches. It is beautiful and comfortable. Dinner and breakfast were both delicious and the staff was incredible. We booked the most basic room but were upgraded on arrival to the superior room. In November, the hotel was very quiet and not busy at all as it's the off season. The location is also right next to the river and the town. On the hotel's website, you can only book for a 2 night minimum, but Booking.com allows you to book 1 night, which was perfect for our quick weekend getaway.

Cons:

Super small thing but because it's an old building, the doors are low, so you have to be careful if you're tall. Also, there wasn't any temperature control in the room that we could find (but that wasn't an issue during our stay).

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • couple • gb
10
Quality and relaxation
Pros:

Quality in every respect. A feeling of relaxation and history. The staff were excellent and the location great for visiting The Jurassic Coast

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Rose • couple • gb
10
Delightful
Pros:

Beautiful location, and the house unspoilt by its conversion

Cons:

Slightly slow service at dinner due to full restaurant but staff were very nice about it and it was worth the wait

2025-10-30 • via Nuitee