The Black Dog Inn

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

Set in a 19th-century pub just a 10-minute drive from Dorchester town center, The Black Dog Inn has an outdoor children’s playground. Real ales are served in the traditional bar, and food is served 7 days a week. Each soundproofed room has a flat-screen TV with Freesat. Free private parking is provided and the seaside town of Weymouth is a 20-minute car journey from The Black Dog. During the summer months, guests can relax with a drink in the large garden seating area. Full English breakfasts and an evening menu are available in the restaurant. The bright and airy bedrooms also have an private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Absolutely 1st class, took me in as a lone cyclist in need of some rest and recovery. Looked after me so well. The room was lovely, everything I needed for a good rest before continuing on my way. Lovely friendly pub atmosphere. Staff were...”
Brooky
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“great location very helpful staff great atmosphere and the food was excellent great location not far from the coast .”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“excellent staff - very helpful and friendly. Food was good.”
Nathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“One side is a traditional pub vibe, log burner and pool table, good beer etc and then restaurant on the other, a lot more modern looking but still with a traditional feel.”
Theresa
United States United States
“The food was delicious. We paid for dinner—great choice then breakfast was included, which gave you many choice. Breakfast was also good. Room was comfortable and quiet.”
Linda
United States United States
“Loved the fact that the Inn and rooms were in one building . Outside area very fun to sit and have a pint or 2. Metal steps on outside or narrow steps inside to room. Added to the charm. Pool table in the bar was fun. Room very comfortable. Whole...”
Ashley
United States United States
“This is a great stay. Comfy room, clean and nice, and the restaurant/bar is fantastic. Excellent food and service, a great place to spend an evening. Will stay again!”
Joanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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”
Lucy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Absolutely lovely staff. Huge room. Hearty food and a great playground”
Daniel
Jersey Jersey
“Friendly. Staff went above and beyond. We were expecting a mediocre room above a pub experience. But in fact we got one of the most luxurious loveliest bedrooms we've ever had”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of The Black Dog Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about The Black Dog Inn