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The Dower House Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers unwind by the seasonal pool or venture to nearby attractions, savoring delicious breakfasts before heading out for stylish evening experiences

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The Dower House Hotel welcomes guests with a hearty English breakfast and attentive staff. Visitors can relax on the charming terrace, stroll through the serene garden, or connect using the free WiFi. The seasonal pool provides a refreshing retreat after a day of exploration.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room (Four Poster Bed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite (Four Poster Bed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lyme Regis, The Dower House Hotel is near the beach. Castlewood Vineyard and Lyme Regis Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway. Seaton Jurassic and Pecorama are also worth visiting.
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The Dower House Hotel, Rousdon, Lyme Regis, England, DT7 3RB

What's nearby

  • East Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lyme Regis Undercliff - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lower Bruckland Farm Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Charlton Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 14 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swim - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cobb Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kiosk - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Largigi - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Dower House Hotel

Property highlights
At The Dower House Hotel, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dower House Hotel have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1880
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 120.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dower House Hotel Lyme Regis
Dower House Hotel
Dower House Lyme Regis
Dower Hotel Lyme Regis
Dower House Hotel Lyme Regis, Dorset
The Dower House Hotel Hotel
The Dower House Hotel Lyme Regis
The Dower House Hotel Hotel Lyme Regis

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dower House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Dower House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dower House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Dower House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dower House Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lyme Regis Undercliff, Lower Bruckland Farm Nature Reserve, and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. East Devon and Castlewood Vineyard are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Dower House Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 159 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, great calm location, loved it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neil and Rosemarie were excellent, very friendly but professional and nothing was too much. Facilities excellent, rooms excellent. Parking excellent. Looking forward to our next visit. Hotel is so convenient for River Cottage and the lovely Lyme Regis.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly owners and staff. Comfortable room with lovely views. Very helpful with recommendations of eating places and walks etc. Nice and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well cooked breakfast, suitable range for us. I suspect some would welcome a continental option.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel, staff and location

Neil & Rosemary were very friendly and lovely when we arrived and during our stay. Our room was as excellent with a large bed, bath in the room and TV, etc. The lounge where the bar is was lovely and breakfast was all local. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Very comfortable, clean room with everything that we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Wonderful welcome from Rosemary,Neil and staff. Room very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Delicious freshly cooked breakfast made with locally sourced produce. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay 3 night stay. John and Anita
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a stunning friendly place. Absolutely spot on. No Gripes…. The owners so friendly. Definitely want to go again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

By far the best hotel on a week long tour of Hampshire/Dorset/Devon. We stayed in a variety of places (including a huge and quite fabulous High-Victorian mansion in the New Forest) but The Dower House was far and away the nicest hotel in every way. Spotlessly clean, beautiful rooms, everything immaculate, wonderfully helpful, friendly hosts. Can't recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Amenities
We simply loved the Dower House Hotel. Everything, the warm welcome from the hosts, the lovely grounds, excellent room and traditional breakfast was exactly what we would want from a break away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a comfortable & wonderful stay. The owners & staff were very helpful & polite. The hotel was a peaceful setting with wonderful grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuldip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very pleasant and friendly. Beautiful building full of charm!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! We had such a lovely time-gorgeous hotel, incredibly warm welcome, lovely pool, fabulous room and great breakfast. We will be back! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hosts, dog friendly and great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEWART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice small hotel full of character and in a beautiful setting and convenient to lyme regis. See and countryside views from the room. Lovely gardens. Friendly owners and staff went out of their way to make sure we had eventing we needed... the owners checked in with us at breakfast each morning. The 3 course table service breakfast was selectable from a menu. Classy but not pretentious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sampsons Easter break

Very nice home from home room, nice and quiet, friendly owners and staff, clean well kept accommodation, nice atmosphere, will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and the owners were really friendly and always happy to help. Just a little niggle about the price as we had to pay extra on top for the kids (so price was as good as we thought). Other that that it is a super place and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic few days at Dower House. The rooms are beautiful, the food was outstanding and we couldn’t have been better looked after. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel !!

Wonderful hotel in a beautiful setting. Rosemary and Neil were extremely accommodating and we would most definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Hotel, you MUST stay here!

Fantastic hotel with gorgeous views and amazing rooms, spotless with plenty of parking, the staff and owners were amazing and helped to make this a very enjoyable stay, would definitely stay again and recommend for anyone to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous 2 Night Stay

What an amazing Hotel made even more amazing by our lovely hosts Neil and Rosemary. Fabulous room, experience and breakfast. We were made to feel part of the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Very nice, clean, warm and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area. Owners very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, personal service. Very comfortable accommodation, with excellent breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024