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A wooden table with a fruit basket, two glasses of champagne, and small white cups on a wooden board.

A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed hedges and a traditional house with a sloped roof in the background.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and candles, with a fireplace in the background.

A traditional thatched-roof cottage with brick walls, multiple windows, and potted plants.

1. Yalbury Cottage

1.9 km from Max Gate

John

RM430

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A building with multiple windows, some with signs, and a signboard for 'Old Ship Inn' accommodation.

A wall with a historical quote and a menu board for the Old Ship Inn.

A sign for the Old Ship Inn Accommodation with a nautical theme.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

2. Old Ship Inn

1.6 km from Max Gate

Mrs S

RM285

RM342 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A table with various bottles and glasses of drinks, including a raspberry liqueur, tonic water, pink grapefruit gin, and fever-tree tonic water, set outdoors with a green umbrella and a stone wall in the background.

A wooden play structure with a slide and climbing area.

A bar area with a brick wall, hanging pendant lights, and a counter with various bottles and glasses.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

3. The Frampton Arms

7.5 km from Max Gate

Jacqueline

RM324

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a blue patterned rug.

A spacious living room with a large window, a blue cabinet, a teal sofa, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a wooden extension, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and neighboring houses.

A kitchen with a dining area, featuring a striped tablecloth, wooden chairs, and a vase of flowers.

4. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

4.1 km from Max Gate

Roger

RM610

RM733 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A building with a green door, a wooden fence, and hanging flower baskets.

A wooden structure labeled "The Garden Kitchen Pizza & Grill" with a thatched roof and a variety of bottles on the counter.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

5. Greyhound Inn Freehouse

17.5 km from Max Gate

Kelly

RM332

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A table with a view of a beach and the Olympic rings sculpture.

A restaurant with a view of the water, wooden tables and chairs, and a modern interior design.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, two chairs, a round table, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

A coastal landscape with a natural rock arch formation, a sandy beach, and grassy cliffs.

6. Heights Hotel

17 km from Max Gate

Ann

RM599

RM719 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A black door with the number 22, a sign for The Wadham Guesthouse, and a hanging flower basket.

A statue of a girl in a garden with various plants and trees.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and a bookshelf filled with various items is visible in the background.

A coastal landscape with a prominent rock arch, sandy beach, and clear blue sea.

7. The Wadham

11.4 km from Max Gate

Mark

RM618

RM742 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A view through a window of a coastal area with a beach, a pier, and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, floral pillow, white towels, and a view of a statue and ocean through large windows.

A room with two blue armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and large windows with a view of buildings.

A grand entrance with a set of stone steps leading to a door, flanked by two potted topiaries and a decorative metal sphere above.

8. Chapter 1 Hotels

11 km from Max Gate

Jacqui

RM705

RM846 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional pub with a clock, wooden beams, and outdoor seating.

A wooden tray with various tea and coffee products, including Twinings and Arriba brands, and Nescafe Gold packets.

The Smugglers Inn with a traditional thatched roof, a visible clock, and a sign for Hall & Woodhouse.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

9. The Smugglers Inn

8.7 km from Max Gate

Mr C J

RM610

RM732 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A building with a green door and a sign that reads "DRIFTWOOD BED & BREAKFAST".

A room with a dark blue sofa, a green and white striped pillow, and a wooden dresser.

A mirror with a wooden frame mounted on a wall.

A kitchen with a green countertop, a coffee machine, and jars of spices.

10. Driftwood B&B

11 km from Max Gate

Andrew

RM546

RM546 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A room with a bay window overlooking a beach, featuring wicker chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of people on the beach.

A garden pathway leading to a historic building with a view of the sea.

A room with two grey upholstered chairs facing a window with a view of the sea. A small table with a wine bottle and glass is between the chairs.

A marina with several boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings.

11. Lichfield House

10.2 km from Max Gate

Rosa

RM644

RM644 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a view of a cityscape.

A stone building with a sign reading "HOTEL AQUA" and a list of amenities including boats, shop, cafe, air, nitrox, trinity, and mooring.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and blue chairs, large windows with views, and a curved ceiling.

A bathroom with a window, a sink, and a toilet.

12. The Aqua

15.6 km from Max Gate

John

RM578

RM693 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach with a statue, people, and buildings in the background.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Alexandra" above the entrance. There are outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs.

A building with a sign reading "Alexandra" and a café bar sign below it.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a mirror, a television, and a window with curtains.

13. Alexandra Hotel

11.3 km from Max Gate

sheelagh

RM382

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the countryside, and a skylight above.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp on each table, and a large picture above the bed.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a parking lot and greenery.

A two-story house with a garage, a small outdoor seating area, and a car parked in front.

14. Durdle Door Hotel

15.2 km from Max Gate

dario

RM584

RM701 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A balcony with a wicker sofa, a woven coffee table, and a large vase.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and wicker furniture.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large portrait.

15. Moonfleet Manor

12.7 km from Max Gate

James

RM727

RM873 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, framed artwork on the walls, and a large window providing natural light.

A room with a bed, a bathtub, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy living room with green walls, leather armchairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

16. Lulworth Cove Inn

15.1 km from Max Gate

Michael Hugh

RM637

RM764 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, and a view of the beach.

A row of brick buildings with blue window frames and a sign reading "AARAN HOUSE".

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

A beach with people walking along the shore, a dog, and buildings in the background.

17. Aaran Guesthouse

11.3 km from Max Gate

Paul

RM500

RM600 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent sign for 'The George Red & Breakfast'.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A gravel driveway leading to a residential area with parked cars and a stone wall.

18. The George B&B

9.9 km from Max Gate

Stewert

RM470

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, clear poolside railing, and a no diving sign.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a black headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bar area with a tap system, shelves of liquor bottles, and a display of beer taps.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two chairs, a wine glass, a bottle, and a vase with flowers.

19. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

9.9 km from Max Gate

Lee

RM450

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional thatched-roof building with a white picket fence, labeled "CASTLE INN PUB & ROOMS," featuring outdoor seating and planters.

A cozy room with a grey armchair, a small wooden table with a kettle, and a coffee machine.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, framed artwork on the walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A door with the number 8 and the words "Tossil Forest" in gold lettering.

20. Castle Inn

15.2 km from Max Gate

anne

RM837

RM1,004 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Max Gate

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Yalbury Cottage	9.4 Exceptional 102 reviews	View
Old Ship Inn	7.6 Good 28 reviews	View
The Frampton Arms	9.2 Wonderful 635 reviews	View
Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Greyhound Inn Freehouse	9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews	View

Top Max Gate Hotel Reviews

The Frampton Arms

8/10 Good

"On arrival, mid afternoon on a Saturday, bar tables were not cleared or wiped plus the floor could of done with a good sweep, on booking in we found the room to be of a good standard, we had dinner in the restaurant and the food was excellent, but again on getting refill drinks we had to ask for the used glasses to be removed. Coming down to breakfast Sunday morning, everything was great, the young man on duty making sure tables was cleared and wiped, breakfast items replenished and fresh coffee maintained, Well done him, Sundays roast was good but Monday morning things could of been a lot better, I asked if there was any tea spoons, and one was produced from behind the bar, sadly breakfast items were not replenished , and the area was not kept clean or tidy!!! Well done to the guy who did breakfast Sunday morning, 30/8"

The Casterbridge

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was lovely, suitably large with 2 good wardrobes and a light over the dressing table mirror. The mattress was very comfortable and table water was always available. Breakfast was served in the conservatory with a lovely view of the enclosed garden. We ventured away from the Full English to try the omelettes which were delicious! The owner, Noorani Willamson is charming, chatty and very knowledgable about the surrounding area."

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel, highly recommended"

Old Ship Inn

8/10 Good

"Compact rooms, located in yard behind the pub, a little noisy around closing time, all quiet after that, not a problem unless you are planning an early night. Shower clean, good flow and hot, biscuits with the tea and coffee, twin beds comfortable but we booked a double room, suggest ringing before arrival to confirm selection. Reasonably priced, would recommend if staying one or two nights."

Yalbury Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"This is the second time I have stayed due to the convenient location for work. I’ve had the warmest arrival on both occasions. The room was lovely. The bed extremely comfy. And the little touches such as fresh milk and brownies are a bonus treat. Exceptional."

Westwood House

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely first class in every aspect. The hosts were absolutely fantastic. Cannot praise them enough. Would fully recommend Westwood House. Superb"

The Brewers Arms

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and spacious and the hosts were very friendly and helpful."

2 Bathsheba Terrace

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was there that we needed. It was clean, well laid out and comfortable. "

Other attractions near Max Gate

A grassy hill with a dirt path leading up to a building.

Maumbury Rings

History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester.

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A historic building with a large urn in the foreground and a well-maintained garden.

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

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A golden throne with intricate hieroglyphs and two figures in traditional Egyptian attire.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.

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Terracotta Warriors Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Terracotta Warriors Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Dinosaur Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Dinosaur Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Borough Gardens

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Borough Gardens, a lovely green space in Dorchester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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The Keep Military Museum

You can browse the exhibits at The Keep Military Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Max Gate?

Max Gate is located in a welcoming area of Dorchester known for its beautiful beaches and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 23 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Max Gate?

Bay Tree House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Max Gate. Other good options close by include The Casterbridge and Old Ship Inn.

How many hotels will I find near Max Gate?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Max Gate.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Max Gate, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Max Gate.

What can I see and do near Max Gate?

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Terracotta Warriors Museum and Dorset Teddy Bear Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hardy's Cottage, Maiden Castle and Maumbury Rings are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, Dorset National Landscape or Borough Gardens.

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Our top choices for Max Gate hotels

1. Yalbury Cottage

2. Old Ship Inn

3. The Frampton Arms

4. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

5. Greyhound Inn Freehouse

6. Heights Hotel

7. The Wadham

8. Chapter 1 Hotels

9. The Smugglers Inn

10. Driftwood B&B

11. Lichfield House

12. The Aqua

13. Alexandra Hotel

14. Durdle Door Hotel

15. Moonfleet Manor

16. Lulworth Cove Inn

17. Aaran Guesthouse

18. The George B&B

19. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

20. Castle Inn

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Top Max Gate Hotel Reviews

The Frampton Arms

The Casterbridge

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Old Ship Inn

Yalbury Cottage

Westwood House

The Brewers Arms

2 Bathsheba Terrace

Other attractions near Max Gate

Maumbury Rings

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

Terracotta Warriors Museum

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

Dinosaur Museum

Borough Gardens

The Keep Military Museum

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