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Reviews of The Cross Keys Sherborne

88 Cheap Street, Sherborne, DT9 3BJ, United Kingdom

#3 of 8 hotels in Sherborne

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 483 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful room in the centre of town
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, all was good

    Lovely room, comfortable and stylish. Had everything we needed and the fan was a great addition in this warm weather. Excellent location, right in the centre of town

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    8.0
    Really relaxing stay, very helpful friendly staff, great location in the middle of Sherborne and also quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely spacious room, very comfortable bed, excellent central location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    10
    Great place; happy to recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Possibly the toast was a bit thick, which some people might like but I prefer a bit thinner.

    Breakfast was delightful: the food was good, the proportions generous and the service great.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    8.0
    Would come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room needs a little tidying re painting

    Good staff excellent breakfast and dinner

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    10
    Perfect in every way !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    A Gem of Comfort and Elegance. From the moment we arrived, we felt wrapped in tranquility. The suite was immaculately clean, tastefully decorated with modern touches, and surprisingly peaceful despite being in the heart of the town. We all had the perfect night’s sleep, and the square facing suite offered a gorgeous view over the cloisters. Breakfast was a delight—with generous servings and options for every dietary need, served with care and a smile. The staff truly elevated the experience: warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our stay special. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, this boutique hotel is a sanctuary of style and comfort.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    10
    Well worth it. Will visit again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Slightly cheaper price

    Breakfast was great. Staff are excellent. Rooms are superb.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Mo was the perfect host, very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Welcoming staff and a beautifully cooked vegan breakfast (rare.thing). They also gave me oat milk for the fridge in my room on request..

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    8.0
    Fab
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quaint and very accessible

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Friendly atmosphere. Attention to details and little extra touches

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    10
    Friendly, welcoming, lovely ambiance - room very clean. Bed comfy and nice large shower. Staff great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner Mo made us feel so welcome. Lovely room decorated in a French style. Great breakfast choices and served very quickly

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2025

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great stay !!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    9.0
    Well located with nice character & friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No parking on site but we knew that when we booked. Car parks nearby and good value. Nothing to dislike about the Crosskeys

    Very good location, around the corner from the beautiful Abbey. Clean, comfortable, with very nice decor and character throughout. Very friendly and helpful staff. Special mention for Megan, Tabby & the young man who was there when we arrived. Visits to The Abbey, Sherborne castle and Sherborne house are a must.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    10
    Really lovely staff at The Cross Keys. Excellent staff, very friendly and the best breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We only stayed for one night but we did not find anything we did not like.

    Such a surprise when you walk through the main entrance. From the outside it looks like a very quaint old pub, but once inside it is fresh and modern. Our room was at the front of the Hotel, which overlooked the old Market Square. The Bedroom was extremely nice, with a lovely dressing area, which was separate to the main bedroom. There was a good selection of teas, coffee, and there was also a mini fridge which had fresh milk and a large jug of water, two cans of coke. Also there was some fruit and crisps to enjoy. The bed was very comfortable and everything was very very clean. Lovely toiletries in the bathroom too. The tv had the normal channels but also Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney...my husband and I may have watched a whole series after dinner!!!! Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. A good selection at Breakfast, I had the Vegetarian English Breakfast but Vegan was also an option along with Eggs anyway and a good selection of pastries. Overall very lovely stay at The Cross Keys.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    8.0
    almost fully acceptable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    as above

    It was not possible to have breakfast as it was not served until I had to go to work!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    8.0
    A great location for a stay in Sherborne
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Welcoming and friendly staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2025

    10
    We loved our stay, and would definitely re- visit!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was lovely- clean and beautifully decorated. The meal/ breakfast were exceptional, and the staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful!!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2025

    8.0
    A nice enough place that could do better. Somewhat overpriced rooms.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One out two of the staff were not great. The breakfast was poor. I hadn’t been forewarned that the restaurant would be closed for the evening due to a function.

    Convenient location in the heart of town. Had previously had good food there.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful rooms and comfortable beds
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was difficult to tell from the pictures. However as advertised as a family suite it looked as though there was a separate living room area. Whereas in fact the sofa and chairs were in each room. This did not really affect us but I think it should be clearer. Also as an old building it has not been fitted with air conditioning as you would find in an hotel. So given some of the recent heatwaves perhaps installing some fans to help make the rooms more comfortable.

    Nicely updated rooms, modern decor. Right in the heart of the town centre.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    10
    Overall an enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable room and the hotel/pub is centrally located. Well cooked breakfast and the breakfast manager was very friendly and professional.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    9.0
    A very convenient one night stop prior to attending a funeral
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s location and friendly staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    10
    Lovely Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As Always Rob and the team are fantastic .

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    Fab location/ super friendly and helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to dislike

    Location- beautiful room- staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    9.0
    Ideal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All the staff were lovely and helpful. Great room, attractive decor, comfortable and lovely view and super quiet despite being in very centre of town.

    Stayed in June 2025

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