The Black Dog Inn

Hotels
9 (671 reviews)
50 Main Street , Broadmayne , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Hot room
Shower issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.21
Rooms were nice and clean.
Service
9.18
Staff always friendly and nothing is too much trouble.
Location
9.22
The location is great, just where we needed to be.
Room Quality
8.67
The room was big enough but had issues with heating.
Amenities
8.7
The pub looked good, but had some issues with water bottles.
Value for Money
9.16
Great food at a good price.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Excellent food and huge portions.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall a lovely stay with various minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:35

Property Description

Charming 19th-Century Pub Setting
Nestled just a short drive from Dorchester town centre, The Black Dog Inn offers a unique stay in a historic pub setting. Enjoy the outdoor children's playground and savor real ales in the traditional bar.

Relaxing Garden Area and Delicious Dining
Unwind in the expansive garden seating area during the summer months or indulge in full English breakfasts and evening meals served in the restaurant.

Comfortable Soundproofed Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at The Black Dog Inn features a flat-screen TV, soundproofing for a peaceful stay, and tea/coffee making facilities. With free private parking and Weymouth just a drive away, this inn is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Book your stay at The Black Dog Inn for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that a lively pub is located in the hotel and guests may experience noise from the bar during opening hours

Rooms can be accessed via the internal stairs as well, whenever the pub is open - from 11:00 until 23:00. Please note that access to the accommodations is via a single-story staircase and may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

Please note the following restaurant opening hours:
Monday to Sunday: 12:00 to 14:30 and 18:00 to 21:00

Please note that The Black Dog is closed between 14:30 and 17:00 from Monday until Saturday. Guests will not be able to check-in during this time, unless arranged in advance.

Please note that early check-in is possible from 13:00 to 14:30.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 671 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.21
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Akshat family_with_children gb
10
value for money, welcoming staff and great food. Overall a great place to stay
Pros:

Great B&B to explore the Lulworth Cove / Durdle door. The guy managing the Inn (I think John) is great. Very helpful and & welcoming. The breakfast was great and overall food quality was pretty good.

Cons:

In-room wifi coverage could be better.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Federica family_with_children it
8
Pros:

La struttura è molto carina, sia nello spazio interno che quello esterno. Esternamente ci sono giochi per bambini.
La camera molto spaziosa con due stanze ampie, il bagno più grande rispetto ad altre strutture.
La colazione fatta al momento e inclusa nel prezzo è molto buona e con offerta varia, sia per una colazione classica anglosassone ma non solo.
Abbiamo cenato al pub, ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Carl and Juliet family_with_children gb
10
Excellent and will be back!
Pros:

Everything! From booking with Tracey to breakfast with Donna! We have already rebooked for next year! Hotel is clean, food lovely and the staff exceptional! Breakfast was amazing!

Cons:

The kettle! It’s really impossible to fill up in the sink 🤣🤣🤣🤣 but that’s so minor

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children gb
8
Nice place to stay and good breakfast
Pros:

Room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Kerry family_with_children gb
10
Brilliant location, comfortable beds, spotlessly clean rooms
Pros:

Excellent location, beautiful comfortable inn, the lovely room was spotless with very comfortable beds. Delicious breakfast. Our stay was brief, just for one night but how wonderful to have a welcoming cosy place to stay after a full day exploring. It will definitely be our go to when we are visiting the area. Thank you Donna for your very friendly hospitality!

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely place. So clean. Everything you need in your room. Mini toiletries and towels. Food is lovely and breakfast was delicious. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Park area is great for the children.
Not noisy at night at all. Next to a road shop an occasional truck going by at night but no issue at all. Great location for monkey world out a stay over.
Highly recommended. 🥰

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Sandra solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Food good. Bathroom good

Cons:

Very hard bed, room was small, very noisy from road noise.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Maria Rita solo_traveller it
8
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Augusto solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

Habitación grande y cómoda. Buen desayuno. Excelente calidad/precio

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller ch
7
Accettabile nel contesto
Pros:

Pub familiare, ottimo cibo, il Sunday Roast molto buono e prezzo onesto.

Cons:

Stanze comunque rumorose, da una parte la strada e dall'altra il beer garden, molto calde e non vengono fatte fino alla partenza

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Matt family_with_children gb
7
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Bibek family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children fr
8
Bonne auberge près de Durdle Door
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Suzan solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Very helpful staff, breakfast included. Our family room was very clean and spacious with good furniture.

Cons:

None

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Moyo family_with_children gb
10
Charming stay - Highly Recommended for families
Pros:

The Black Dog Inn exceeded our expectations!
We had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Everything was spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, and offered a warm, welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home.
The breakfast was absolutely delicious, so was dinner we had the night before !
The Room: Spacious, exceptionally comfortable bed , all white linen /bedding ,very clean .It was thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed for our relaxing stay (night) .
The Hospitality: Our hosts were incredible - attentive , friendly and readily available when needed.
Play area: Loved it for my little boy!
Location - great location too,

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Sze Mei Ruth family_with_children gb
8
Comfortable n good food
Pros:

Well ventilated

Cons:

No WiFi

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Joanne solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Lovely staff especially Dawn, the lady who serves breakfast.
We had the family room which which is like a mini apartment.
Lovely bed, sheets deco
Delicious food!
Would definitely stay again highly recommend

Cons:

It was very hot in the room (heatwave), but we did have fans

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Roberto solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

We had a great stay: the room was clean and comfortable, the breakfast was excellent, and Donna's service was wonderful as well

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Ioana solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Lucy family_with_children gb
10
The amazing staff made this a standout stay
Pros:

Absolutely lovely staff. Huge room. Hearty food and a great playground

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-10 via Nuitee