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The Fox Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Dorchester with a restaurant and a bar

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Miscellaneous
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Classic Double Room, Ensuite
The Fox Inn welcomes visitors with a beautiful garden, bar, and a restaurant with kids' options. Enjoy WiFi throughout your stay and stay connected in the peaceful atmosphere. The business center offers a practical space for work.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Miscellaneous

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Lower Ansty, Dorchester, England, DT2 7PN

What's nearby

  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 29 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 31 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • The Tank Museum - 33 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 45 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Durdle Door - 53 min drive - 24.6 miles

Getting around

  • Upwey Station - 31 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Martyrs Inn - ‬23 min drive

About this property

The Fox Inn

Property highlights
You can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a business center at The Fox Inn. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
  • 1 meeting room and wedding services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

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 and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Fox Inn Dorchester
Fox Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn
The Fox Inn Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at The Fox Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fox Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fox Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Fox Inn located?

Situated in Dorchester, this inn is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Shillingstone Railway Project, and Badger Watch Dorset. Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and Sturminster Newton Mill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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