Set in a 19th-century pub just a 10-minute drive from Dorchester town center, The Black Dog Inn has an outdoor children’s playground. Real ales are served in the traditional bar, and food is served 7 days a week. Each soundproofed room has a flat-screen TV with Freesat. Free private parking is provided and the seaside town of Weymouth is a 20-minute car journey from The Black Dog. During the summer months, guests can relax with a drink in the large garden seating area. Full English breakfasts and an evening menu are available in the restaurant. The bright and airy bedrooms also have an private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • N
    Nelly
    United States of America United States of America
    Very welcoming staff! playground was a plus with our 7 year old. Very comfortable, lovely place.
  • Kate
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was our second stay at the Black Dog and we will definitely be returning. The family suite is large and well equipped. All of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The food both at dinner and breakfast was fabulous. Highly recommend....
  • Lydia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was our third stay at the Black Dog in the family suite. The beds are comfortable, the rooms well furnished, include tea and coffee-making facilities and there is a substantial breakfast included in the room rate. The restaurant food is...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of The Black Dog Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Darts
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Black Dog Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Black Dog Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a lively pub is located in the hotel and guests may experience noise from the bar during opening hours

Rooms can be accessed via the internal stairs as well, whenever the pub is open - from 11:00 until 23:00. Please note that access to the accommodations is via a single-story staircase and may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

Please note the following restaurant opening hours:

Monday to Sunday: 12:00 to 14:30 and 18:00 to 21:00

Please note that The Black Dog is closed between 14:30 and 17:00 from Monday until Saturday. Guests will not be able to check-in during this time, unless arranged in advance.

Please note that early check-in is possible from 13:00 to 14:30.

FAQs about The Black Dog Inn

  • The Black Dog Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, The Black Dog Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Black Dog Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Black Dog Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Playground
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Room options at The Black Dog Inn include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Check-in at The Black Dog Inn is from 5:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Black Dog Inn is 2,450 feet from the center of Broadmayne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Black Dog Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free