The Red Lion

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dorchester with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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The Red Lion Hotel serves free breakfast and has a cozy bar for guests to unwind. The on-site restaurant offers special kids' meals, and the cafe provides coffee all day. Previous visitors praise the attentive staff for creating a homey atmosphere.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Highchair
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon OR 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
A352, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, England, DT2 8LE

What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • The Tank Museum - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Durdle Door Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Durdle Door - 16 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lulworth Cove Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Frampton Arms - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

Bed & breakfast near Lulworth Cove
Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at The Red Lion. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.0 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25.0 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at The Red Lion?

Self parking is free at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion?

As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion on Nov 5, 2025 start from $94.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Red Lion?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Lion?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Red Lion located?

Situated in Dorchester, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of Durdle Door Beach, Man Of War, and Weymouth Bay. Mill House Cider Museum and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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