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Hotel The Poachers Inn (Dorchester, United Kingdom)

Hotel The Poachers Inn (Dorchester, United Kingdom)

About The Poachers Inn

The Poachers Inn is a family-run establishment in a scenic setting. it's known for having a warm atmosphere and excellent guest service. There are 21 rooms at The Poachers Inn and all have en-suite facilities. Amenities include tea and coffee-making equipment, televisions, hair dryers and alarm clocks. There is a picturesque riverside garden at this 17th-century establishment. Furthermore, guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and surrounding sun lounge. Meals and beverages are served throughout the day in the attached pub. The drink menu always includes real ales, along with other tempting options. Sherborne Castle is accessible in about 20 minutes by car. Furthermore, guests can get to the Dorset County Museum in approximately 15 minutes if driving. Alternatively, The Dinosaur Museum is about seven miles from this hotel, and the only establishment of its kind in mainland Britain.

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool
  • Spa(Unavailable)
  • Parking
  • Pets
  • A/C(Unavailable)
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Gym(Unavailable)

Rating overview

  • LocationExcellent  8.6 / 10
  • RoomsNot rated yet
  • ServiceExcellent  8.8 / 10

Positive Reviews

positive:

The Staff Are Caring

Guests repeatedly mentioned how it seemed the staff could not do enough to help, but never seemed put out by requests. When staying here, you should find that it feels like the staff really care about making your experience the best it can be.

positive:

Memorable Food

Guests praised the food served here. They appreciated how the menu had a lot of choices, and generally thought that the things they ordered were properly prepared and presented in appealing ways. Some guests said they would come back for the food even if they did not need a place to stay.

positive:

The Rooms Are Well Equipped

There were numerous comments about how although the rooms are not fancy, they provided guests with everything needed. Many clarified that they'd be great for short stays, but also, because they were spacious, could be suitable for longer trips to the area too.


Negative Reviews

negative:

Squeaky Floors

Guests noticed that due to the age of the floorboards, they were often disturbed by the sounds of fellow occupants walking above them. If that seems bothersome, request to be placed in a top-level room if possible, or at least bring some earplugs.

negative:

Limited Ability to Use Technology

If you are planning to stay here for business reasons or may otherwise need to use your phone and Internet access throughout the stay, that could be tough at times. Guests often said they were not able to get mobile phone signals due to the relatively remote setting. Furthermore, they mentioned that the property's Wi-Fi only covers the public areas and not the rooms.

negative:

The Bathrooms Are Sometimes Dirty

Guests mentioned that the bathrooms were occasionally not as clean as they should have been. However, most just viewed that shortcoming as a minor fault.


All amenities

Property amenities
  1. Entrance hall/lobby
  2. Parking
  3. Terrace
  4. Pets allowed
Accessibility
  1. Wheelchair accessible
  2. Accessible parking
Room amenities
  1. Balcony (upon inquiry)
  2. Shower
  3. Openable windows
  4. Television
Food and beverage
  1. Diabetic food

Arrival / Departure

  1. Check in: 15:00
  2. Check out: 11:00

Contact

Piddletrenthide,Dorset , DT2 7QX , Dorchester , United Kingdom
Telephone: +44(1300)348358 | Fax: +44(1300)348153 | 

Frequently Asked Questions about The Poachers Inn

  • Is there a pool area at The Poachers Inn?

    Yes, The Poachers Inn offers 2 pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at The Poachers Inn?

    Yes, The Poachers Inn has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.

  • Is parking available at The Poachers Inn?

    Yes, The Poachers Inn provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at The Poachers Inn?

    Check-in at The Poachers Inn is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is The Poachers Inn located?

    The Poachers Inn is located in Piddletrenthide,Dorset, DT2 7QX, Dorchester, United Kingdom.