The Smugglers Inn

Hotels
9 (689 reviews)
Osmington Mills , Weymouth , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
Minor issues with breakfast replenishment
Some noise from surrounding area

Categories

Cleanliness
9.21
Most reviews indicated clean and well-maintained facilities.
Service
9.18
Staff were described as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.22
Excellent location, close to attractions and with beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms were comfortable and well-equipped, though some minor issues reported.
Amenities
9.2
Good amenities overall, including excellent breakfast.
Value for Money
9.16
Good value for the price, as mentioned by several guests.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Mixed reviews on food quality, with some issues reported.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall, experiences were very positive, with most guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:56

Property Description

Stunning Views and Scenic Footpaths
Located on the edge of the Jurassic Coast, The Smugglers Inn offers breathtaking views and picturesque footpaths for guests to explore the surrounding beauty.

Award-Winning Ales and Fresh Seasonal Dishes
Guests can indulge in a selection of award-winning ales, international lagers, and a delectable menu of fresh, seasonal dishes served in the on-site restaurant.

Convenient Location for Exploring
With nearby attractions like the Osmington Mills and easy access to Weymouth and Dorchester, guests can conveniently explore the area's landmarks and activities during their stay.

Book your stay at The Smugglers Inn now to experience a perfect blend of scenic beauty, culinary delights, and convenient exploration options.

Important information:

Please note: Parking is free for guests but you will need to get a permit from behind the bar upon arrival.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 689 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.21
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Owen • solo_traveller • gb
8
Fantastic room, marvellous pub, brilliant staff, views to die for.
Pros:

The whole place was fantastic. Glorious views, easy dog walking, brilliant attentive staff, well kept and stylish bar and the room was amazing with excellent decor.

Cons:

Unfortunately the food side let it down a bit. The evening meal was all right but very expensive for an extremely small pie and a few vegetables. Breakfast could have been better; the bacon overcooked and sausages drying out. However it was quiet and this place is clearly very efficient at mass catering in high summer.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • it
10
Pros:

Struttura storica veramente molto bella ed accogliente, immersa nel verde e a due passi dal mare. La camera e i locali comuni erano molto belli ed accoglienti. Notte immersi nel silenzio e nella tranquillità della zona

Cons:

Prezzo un po’ alto rispetto alla media della zona

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Dave • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Louis the manager and his staff were excellent.
Blackened chicken superb

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Michel • couple • be
9
Pros:

De vriendelijke ontvangst

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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ted • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable, other than my few negative comments above.
Pros:

The room was excellent and the breakfast service was to a very high standard.

Cons:

The car park was more than adequate, however, with my current hip problems I found its position and the ascent/descent from/to the hotel very challenging.
Dinner was pretty average, made up for, to a degree, by the excellent breakfast service.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
4
Nice location but run down and overpriced
Pros:

It is in a nice location a short walk to a rocky beach and the building is an old charming pub

Cons:

It was really run down - the bedroom was fine if a little small but the pub itself was really shabby. All of inside and out was dirty and scuffed. There were ugly signs all over the place, the whole venue needs a repaint both to the exterior and the bar. It is a big, old family pub, with the rooms priced as if it's a fancy gastropub. I would have been perfectly happy with the stay if it was priced at say £120 to £130 which is what it should cost, but to be charged £230 for a place in that state made it really disappointing.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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JANE • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely location.
Great food.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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shamamah • couple • gb
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Angharad • couple • gb
9
Stunning views and cosy pub
Pros:

The location was stunning and the pub itself was so cosy. The room was comfortable and pillows AMAZING! Shower was lovely. Overall everything was fantastic. Would definitely recommend to anyone

Cons:

It is cashless, which was addressed on one poster only. It didn’t put us off but being able to pay cash nowadays is always good.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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peter • couple • gb
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
8
Charming inn with delicious food, friendly staff in a beautiful location, overlooking the sea.
Pros:

The history, charm, location, and delicious food!

Cons:

It was too warm and the music was loud when eating dinner.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Beautiful location and cute traditional inn. Would stay here again.

Cons:

Food wasn't quite as good as expected. May have just been a bad one-off - they were extremely busy.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • gb
8
It’s a place of great character
Pros:

The location is great. We were sadly there for a funeral wake, which they did exceptionally well. Very comfortable bed and everything spotlessly clean. The staff were lovely.

Cons:

The room was small and hot- no air con. This was September- it must have been unbearable in the heatwave. It was over decorated with quite a lot of clutter round the walls and I don’t like pointless and twee soft toys on the bed. The bed-side lights were not working. The breakfast was underwhelming - overcooked bacon and sausage. This is a pub with rooms, not a hotel, so I think it was overpriced, given that it’s rated as 3 star and it was out of the holiday season.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Antony • extended_group • gb
10
great
Pros:

WE left before breakfast was served, Great location staff and food

Cons:

All good

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • us
10
Pros:

Such a gem of a place! The breakfast and pub food was incredible! Utterly charming!!!

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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M • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Prachtige locatie, heerlijk ontbijt.

Cons:

Niets

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Helpful staff

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
10
Great place to stay, decent food & very dog friendly
Pros:

Great atmosphere, room is welcoming and immaculate. The whole place is also very dog friendly

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee