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

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

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.

1. Yalbury Cottage

3 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Ardyce

RM346

RM416 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A restaurant with a large copper dome, wooden tables, and potted plants.

A view through a window with a book on a windowsill.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A bar with copper tap handles, a sign reading "Fursy Fergret," and a "Seedors Gold" beer tap.

2. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

1.9 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Colin

RM317

RM380 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern dining area with a round table set for six, large windows, and a view of the garden.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

A courtyard with potted plants, a small table, and chairs.

A modern bedroom with a flat-screen TV, a round mirror, a dresser, and a small ottoman.

3. Bay Tree House

1 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

John

RM407

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A room with a purple sofa, a grey sofa, and a white table with a vase of flowers.

A reception area with a fireplace, a mirror, and a bookshelf with books.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a plaid sofa, a wooden side table, and a lamp.

4. Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

0.1 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Alan Peter

RM271

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a wooden fence.

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

5. Old Ship Inn

< 0.1 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Mrs S

RM258

RM310 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a black door, a lion statue in front, and a sign reading "The Town House".

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a bridge over a water body, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by blue chairs. There is a dark-colored sofa with a red pillow in the adjacent living area.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

6. The Town House

< 0.1 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

RM3,920

RM4,704 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a lamp. There is a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a door in the background.

The Casterbridge Hotel with a signboard, ivy, and a metal fence.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, a desk, and a window with curtains.

7. The Casterbridge

0.4 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Philippa

RM403

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A cozy living room with a television, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a dining table.

A two-story cottage with a stone facade, a pitched roof, and a front door.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a window with lace curtains, a clock, and a microwave.

A bedroom with a bed, a radiator, a window with curtains, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. Frome Lodge House

0.9 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

RM2,202

RM2,643 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small side table, and a wardrobe.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and large windows.

A living room with a fireplace, blue patterned sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A window with a view of a road and greenery, a bench with cushions, and a floral valance.

9. The Heritage Bed & Breakfast

11.2 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Carol

RM430

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

5.7 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Roger

RM607

RM729 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

11. Chapter 1 Hotels

11.6 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

wendy

RM765

RM918 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A harbor with boats docked, buildings along the waterfront, and a clear sky.

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

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

12. Aaran Guesthouse

11.9 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Paul

RM498

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 beach with cliffs, a sailboat, and people relaxing.

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.

13. Lichfield House

10.8 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Rosa

RM581

RM581 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 reception desk with a plant, a sign, and a stack of magazines.

14. Driftwood B&B

11.5 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Andrew

RM299

RM299 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A building with a prominent sign reading "ASHMIRA."

A garden with potted plants and a barbecue grill.

A hallway with a chandelier, a staircase, and a door with frosted glass panels.

15. Ashmira Guest House

10.6 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

RM509

RM509 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A room with a wooden floor, a pool table, a bench, and a mural of a beach.

A hotel entrance with a fire exit sign, a door with a "Shut" sign, and a "Jurassic World" sign on the door.

A fireplace with a brick surround and a decorative stone piece in the center.

16. Jurassic Bay Holidays

11.1 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Daniel

RM338

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A bedroom with a white metal bed frame, a white upholstered chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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.

17. The Smugglers Inn

10 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Mr C J

RM460

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A view from a window overlooking a busy street with a beach and ocean in the background.

A beachfront apartment building with ivy-covered walls, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "BEACHVIEW APARTMENT".

A hotel lobby with a check-in desk, seating area, and large windows.

18. Fairhaven Hotel

11.8 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Shaun

RM312

RM375 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

An indoor patio area with a stone wall, a white fence, and a row of metal chairs.

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

10.5 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

David

RM444

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A corner building with a white awning labeled "Timid."

Two patterned chairs facing a window with a checkered blind.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A beach with a lifeguard station, inflatable toys, and beachgoers.

20. Timrick Lodge Hotel

10.9 km from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Martin

RM275

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Yalbury Cottage	9.4 Exceptional 110 reviews	View
The Duchess of Cornwall Inn	9.2 Wonderful 194 reviews	View
Bay Tree House	9.2 Wonderful 399 reviews	View
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester	8.8 Excellent 616 reviews	View
Old Ship Inn	7.6 Good 29 reviews	View

Top Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum Hotel Reviews

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay, convenient for town and for visiting Dorsey County Hospital which was my main reason for visiting Dorchester."

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

8/10 Good

"Our Executive room didn't feel very 'Executive ' being a bit bland but it was nice and quiet. Leisure facilities were very good. Bar drinks were very expensive. Breakfast was OK."

Fairhaven Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a last minute booking . Good value for the money. Breakfast was excellent freshly cooked. very attentive staff. Had the pizza in the evening beautifully cooked very fresh. Ideal hotel if you want to be close to the town. Has lift so easy for people who struggle with mobility issues."

The Casterbridge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place. Spotless and comfortable and great breakfast."

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean large room. Great tv with a superb picture. Plenty of tea / coffee and biscuits welcome tray. We were surprised how quiet our sleep was, the pub below was busy but no sound from it. The decoration of the whole venue is incredible with so much to look at. There is a lot of car spaces but the area is very busy so it’s a bit of a search to find one."

Bramlies

10/10 Excellent

"Warm welcome, clean room and great breakfast. Easy parking also welcome after a long journey."

Yalbury Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay and friendly staff"

Westwood House

10/10 Excellent

"First Class a must visit to see"

The Little Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Clean cottage, great location, comfortable beds."

Other attractions near Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

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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Dorset County Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dorset County Museum during your trip to Dorchester. While in this quaint area, you can savour the 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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Roman Town House

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dorchester when you spend time at Roman Town House. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.

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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum?

Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum is located in Dorchester. This welcoming area is known for its bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 32 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum?

Adjacent to Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum, Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and conference space. Other good options close by include Old Ship Inn and Westwood House.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum.

What can I see and do near Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Dinosaur Museum or Dorset Teddy Bear Museum. Maiden Castle, Hardy's Cottage and Roman Town House are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Enjoy the outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, Dorset National Landscape or Borough Gardens.

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Our top choices for Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum hotels

1. Yalbury Cottage

2. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

3. Bay Tree House

4. Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

5. Old Ship Inn

6. The Town House

7. The Casterbridge

8. Frome Lodge House

9. The Heritage Bed & Breakfast

10. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

11. Chapter 1 Hotels

12. Aaran Guesthouse

13. Lichfield House

14. Driftwood B&B

15. Ashmira Guest House

16. Jurassic Bay Holidays

17. The Smugglers Inn

18. Fairhaven Hotel

19. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

20. Timrick Lodge Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Top Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum Hotel Reviews

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

Fairhaven Hotel

The Casterbridge

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

Bramlies

Yalbury Cottage

Westwood House

The Little Cottage

Other attractions near Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

Dorset County Museum

Borough Gardens

The Keep Military Museum

Roman Town House

Dinosaur Museum

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

Terracotta Warriors Museum

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