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The Acorn Inn

Hire with Game room

4 stars

28 Fore Street, Dorchester

+44 207 958 7744
8.8
Very Good

based on 219 reviews

£151
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
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About The Acorn Inn, Dorchester

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.2
Services
8.6
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.0
The Acorn Inn offers 3-star accommodation, plus a bowling alley, free Wi-Fi and bicycle rental. It also provides luggage storage, a games room and meeting rooms. This award-winning inn offers a number of facilities, including a garden, a dart board and room service. Packed lunches are available for those heading off to explore the area. The Acorn Inn Evershot features 10 rooms, all of which are equipped with a range of amenities to ensure an enjoyable stay. They are also equipped with a shower and a hair dryer.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Inn Amenities & Facilities

  • Game room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Grill
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bowling
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Cycling
  • Darts

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast

General

  • Storage available

Reviews

8.8
Very GoodBased on 219 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Food and customer service was excellent. (in 3 reviews)
  • "Nice location, bar and restaurant and staff were brilliant" (in 5 reviews)
  • We enjoyed our stay very much. (in 7 reviews)
Cons -
  • The bed was too hard. (in 4 reviews)
  • We were very surprised to be given a room upgrade - 'Tess' is a (in 12 reviews)
  • The room was very small (in 14 reviews)


The Acorn Inn room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Acorn Inn compare to other 4-star hotels in Dorchester?

    4-star hotels in Dorchester typically cost £130/night, but The Acorn Inn is typically available for £122/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is The Acorn Inn from Bournemouth?

    Driving distance from Bournemouth to The Acorn Inn and vice versa is 33.6 mi and the overall drive time is about 1h 40min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to The Acorn Inn from Bournemouth?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Bournemouth to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that The Acorn Inn offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for £48/day for a base model hire. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Bournemouth to The Acorn Inn, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is The Acorn Inn pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at The Acorn Inn.

  • Are there food options at The Acorn Inn?

    There is a restaurant at The Acorn Inn that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +44 207 958 7744 for kitchen hours. If you are staying at The Acorn Inn, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does The Acorn Inn have a pool?

    Judging by our data, The Acorn Inn does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call The Acorn Inn at +44 207 958 7744.

  • How close is The Acorn Inn to Dorchester city centre?

    11.3 mi separate the front steps of The Acorn Inn and the city centre of Dorchester, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, a very popular landmark in Dorchester.

  • What is the phone number for The Acorn Inn?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay at The Acorn Inn, call +44 207 958 7744 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • Does The Acorn Inn have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Acorn Inn has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Acorn Inn?

    The Acorn Inn check-out time is 11:00. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at The Acorn Inn?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at The Acorn Inn, Dorchester is £148, but you may find great deals as low as £121. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

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Places of interest near The Acorn Inn

Attractions in Dorchester, England curated by momondo

The Acorn Inn location: 28 Fore Street, Dorchester

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Roman Town House11.1 mi
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Dorset County Museum11.3 mi
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum11.4 mi
Terracotta Warriors Museum11.4 mi
The Dinosaur Museum11.5 mi
Cerne Abbas Giant6.0 mi

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