Hotels in Weymouth

Altogether, we enjoyed the scale of Weymouth. It is large enough to find many interesting areas within the seaside town as well as small enough to feel that the centre all quite accessible on foot. Twice, we were helped in passing, by local residents who gladly helped us with our questions - well above the call of duty! We found great food both lunchtime and evening at No 4 restaurant, as well as some of the best cake and lunchtime snacks at The Chesil Beach visitor centre - also very interesting - not to mention the pebble bank itself. The beach, the cosy active and attractive harbour, the yacht marina, the views and the sea were all beyond our expectation.

I find Weymouth very friendly and the walks along the Sea front great, best time of day first thing in the morning, I did see the children on the Donkeys this brought back childhood memories. I went into the Wellington and had a great roast meal there with a lovely pint. Now another thing which I found was there fish and chips, the batter is light and crispy. I like walking around the shopping area always something of interest to find and some time your find musical entertainment along the main street. The local people are very friendly and helpful.

Just back from a lovely break away over the Christmas, We stayed at Sandy Dreams and were treated as part of the family. Diane & Colin gave us both a christmas present each at breakfast. I would highly recommend Sandy Dreams to anyone. It's just close enough and far away enough from hustle & bustle of the front. Rooms are spacious and have everything you could need and more. Weymouth was great over the Christmas, Great atmosphere all over the place, Had Dinner in the following places Gloucester's on the front and Westers Cellar Bar & Restaurant for Christmas dinner. both were excellent. Plenty of shops and ample parking if your not walking from your lodgings. Most places seem to be wheelchair friendly. The Harbour is great and is still a working harbour. Pub's they are lot's & lot's we sampled quite a few (just saying) Odd few homeless people about but seemed quite friendly. One couple seem to make a living out of it by holding her hand out and saying she is just short 50p or a few pence for a bus. she approached us several times on different days. we thought she deserved a few pence for effort.

As always, the magnificent beach and fascinating harbour area are always enjoyable, whatever the weather. Thankfully the weather was good for the Santa Fun Run on the beach. We also enjoyed the Nothe Gardens, Radipole Bird Reserve and Brewers Quay as well as a trip out to Portland Bill on a blustery day. Guided by our very helpful landlady we found some excellent food on offer (esp Oasis Café (Overcombe) and La Casa Espanola (harbour)) as well as pub lunches. We were struck by the many frequent bus services which made getting around easy, and how very friendly the people are, so ready to strike up a conversation.

Weymouth is a typical seaside town, a bit frayed at the seams, great in the summer (if the weather's kind) but not a lot to do with a 2 year old in the winter months. Sadly removing the roundabouts and replacing them with traffic lights hasn't helped the traffic problems for the locals either (we lived there for 10 years!) perhaps the town planners should have asked the people who might have the answers, i.e the taxi and bus drivers? That said the beach from Weymouth pavilion to Bowleaze Cove is amazing and extremely safe for youngsters. Economy must be bad though when the charity shops are closing down and the units are left empty? If you have a car, try venturing out to Chickerell where you'll find three great pubs all selling great food. Likewise the coastal walk along what was the old railway line from Weymouth to Portland is absolutely brilliant even on a dull day, call in on any of the pubs along Portland Road or even the Fleet Info Centre for a coffee. Enjoy!

I have been to Weymouth several times but never taken time to explore properly. It's a proper old style British seaside town that hasn't been ruined by over commercialism. The shopping centre has character and charm and isn't the 'copy and paste' sameness that most town centres have become. The harbour area is fascinating and the walk up to and around the park above is excellent. The bus service is very good, particularly to Portland, which is great for a bus pass wielding ol' codger like me.