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The location of Clematis House was perfect for us, in a very pretty village, just a few minutes from Dorchester and a superb base for seeing Dorset. The house was extremely clean and comfortable and was very well equipped to ensure we had an enjoyable stay. The information booklet was comprehensive and contained all the information that we required. The property has a beautiful courtyard garden and is very quiet and peaceful. The welcome tray from the owners was much appreciated.

We stayed in one of the family rooms which was very spacious. There were two rooms, one with a double and the other two singles. It was clean, with crisp white sheets and very comfortable beds. The breakfast was delicious as well as the food in the evening. The staff were very friendly and helpful and we loved the location in a pretty village, lovely countryside but also a stones through from Dorchester. Thoroughly recommend!

A lovely classic hotel run by a lovely elderly accommodating couple. The price of the room was high due to the relaxation of the Covid restrictions (Staycation period) and the scarcity of accommodation which all contributed to the high prices not just at the Casterbridge but at all accommodation in Dorchester and the surrounding area (Weymouth). All that being said, I would use the hotel again if in the Dorchester area.

The hotel was very welcoming and staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel was situated very centrally, everything was in good walking distance, perfect location. The room was stunning and exceeded the photos online. It was especially nice to have working windows (plenty of fresh air) so that we could regulate the temperature of the room. The bed and bedding were perfect and we both had a wonderful nights sleep.

A beautiful Georgian property, with stylishly decorated rooms and the best home-cooked breakfast and charming hosts. We stayed in the family room at the top of the house with our 12 & 15 year old boys, who thoroughly enjoyed their stay. A perfect spot for exploring the Jurassic coast & Dorchester has some lovely bars & restaurants too - would highly recommend.

The room with a four poster bed was spacious, comfortable and well decorated. The en-suite bathroom was equally spacious and the jacuzzi was most restorative. The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful. The hotel interior design was lovely and professionally done. The English breakfast was excellent quality and very tasty.

This lovely hotel has recently been refurbished to a very high standard, wonderful bathrooms, very comfortable beds and very fluffy towels. The staff were cheerful and helpful. Great quality food in the restaurant both at dinner and breakfast. Ive stayed in hundreds of hotels around the world and the Kings Arms is amongst the best.

The food and service is amazing. I think it is the best hotel for now where I have ever stoped before. Room is clean, complementary choco brownies with tea/coffee provided. Books and journals make you feel like home.

Superb Breakfast that outshone many hotels. Home cooked with good ingredients that are not cheap. Bacon and sausages where lovely. Well looked after over the breakfast period. Good coffee to which is important to us.

This hotel is not actually in Dorchester town - it's close by but in the countryside, which is nice. Pleasant enough, staff were nice and professional and all very clean and tidy.

I booked this for my daughter and her boyfriend so she could take a driving test in Dorchester, breakfast was good and the vibe in the hotel was good

Very handy for Dorchester town and country walks beyond. Small but perfectly formed cottage

It was very nice hotel room was very good and nice hotel was top best one i stayv in