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A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and a chandelier. - The Crown at Marnhull (Sturminster Newton)
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4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Upscale inn

Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a garden, and a bar at The Crown at Marnhull. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space and a restaurant.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Disabled access (Shower))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a single decorative pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps. Above the bed, there are two framed pictures on a patterned wallpaper.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wooden bench, a red sofa, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Suite, Ensuite (2 Adults & 1 Child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, two beds, a sofa, a table, and a radiator.

Superior Suite, Ensuite (2 Adults & 3 Children)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Sturminster Newton is home to The Crown at Marnhull. Melbury Vale Winery and Ashley Wood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorset National Landscape and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Riversmeet Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Sturminster Newton travel guide
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Crown Road, Sturminster Newton, England, DT10 1LN

What's nearby

  • A quaint village with stone houses, cobblestone streets, and a view of the sea in the distance.
    Gold Hill Museum
    19 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre
    8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • The Exchange
    10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • North Dorset Trailway
    10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Sturminster Newton Mill
    11 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station
    14 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Brewery
    12 min drive
  • Benjis Kebab
    10 min drive
  • The Udder Farm Shop
    6 min drive
  • The Swan Hotel
    6 min drive
  • The White Horse
    4 min drive

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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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crown at Marnhull pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Crown at Marnhull?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crown at Marnhull?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Crown at Marnhull located?

Situated in Sturminster Newton, this inn is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre, The Exchange, and North Dorset Trailway. Sturminster Newton Mill and Riversmeet Leisure Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Crown at Marnhull Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 405 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sylvester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay in Dorset. Good parking and lovely place to dine. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband stayed here while visiting family in the area. He loved the hotel and said he'd definitely return. Most importantly was the helpful and friendly staff. Pub had great food, including a carvery one night which was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great location, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, nice food (breakfast and dinner). Clean, well appointed room. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, room very clean, good choice of food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff couldn’t be more helpful! Great dinner and breakfast and super comfortable bed! Couldn’t fault it :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were lovely, the bar and cocktails superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and the food both at dinner and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and historic old inn. A little spoiled by the banging doors outside our room (Clement).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying over for work. Rooms nice snd clean, food fantastic, staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Bank holiday weekend stay

Good location. Lovely room. Staff were brilliant: always cheerful, friendly and happy to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, welcoming pub. Really good food and bedroom warm and comfortable after a cold day of racing at Wincanton ! Staff very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was very good with great choice. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Excellent family stay

Excellent family stay. Highly recommended. Our only down side comment, the family room could do with an opening window, but as the room was so big, we coped with it. The Crown has a very interesting historical past.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Martina Brydon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable room for one night. The staff were very welcoming. We had dinner in the pub which was nice, but not exceptional. Breakfast was lovely although you had to decide the night before what you were going to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Decent stay not for business trip

Check in was after 5, staff was nice and helpful Room was ok nice and big, there was a big green emergency light that shined all night so no need to put light on. (As you can see by the images) kept me awake Also no hot water in the shower in the morning! Breakfast was ok for food but coffee wasn’t the best as it was a hot water flask, but walking back to room I seen there is a coffee machine on the side bit turned off for breakfast and food only available between 8-9 am so not good for business trip,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

paul

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

Work trip

"The Crown in Sturminster Newton is a true gem of a village pub! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by a warm and friendly atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The evening vibe is absolutely fantastic, with the perfect mix of lively energy and cozy comfort. The food is nothing short of amazing—every dish is prepared with care and full of flavor. On top of that, the service is exceptional, with staff who go above and beyond to make your experience special. I can't wait to return to this wonderful pub—it's a standout spot in a charming village!"
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and the room was fantastic. Dinner and breakfast were fine. I’m sure it had nothing to do with the hotel, but there was an absolute terrible stench outside when we arrived, it could actually still be smelled in the room. It eventually died down but never went away
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Joanna

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

Pleasant stay in country on

A pleasant stay in an attractive country pub The room was spacious and thoughtfully decorated. The bed comfortable. The food was good especially the breakfast. It is in a pretty village good for walking outside. Plenty of parking. Would like to see double glazing on the windows as right by a road. However this isn’ta problem at night as very quiet and peaceful. The room was exceptional with vaulted beams and chandeliers. A lovely bathroom with pleasant toiletries but the shower shelf on the edge of the bath needs attention as it is worn and needs repainting. Overall a lovely experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Unfortunately, the weather had turned very cold and the central heating in room No.3 was playing up, when arriving the room was chilly, however, after adjusting the radiator thermostats it was ok. The following morning the rad in the bathroom was cold and I couldn't get it to come on, I told the reception and on returning later that day it was working ok. The following morning there was no heating at all and it was freezing, I told reception and her response was this is usually the warmest room, which did not impress me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Work Stay

This was my second stay at The Crown at Harnhill, and once again, it did not disappoint! From the moment I arrived, the warm and welcoming atmosphere made me feel right at home. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that everything was perfect throughout my stay. The room was comfortable, well-kept, and had all the little touches that make a stay extra special. A good night’s sleep was guaranteed with the cozy bed and peaceful surroundings. The food was another highlight! I started with the scampi and pork crackling, and let’s be honest—who can say no to pork crackling? Both were absolutely delicious, perfectly crispy, and packed with flavor. My main was just as impressive, and breakfast the next morning was amazing. I had the Eggs Benedict, which was cooked to perfection, and the ham was to die for—so full of flavor and beautifully prepared. It’s clear that The Crown at Marnhill prides itself on excellent service and high-quality hospitality. I’ll definitely be returning again in the future. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on a work trip. and were very impressed. A real nice cosy place, lovely staff, great food and clean and restful with comfy beds, Definitely a high recommendation from us, Many thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed base was wooden and mattress was smaller so we kept bashing our feet , not pleasant. Shower was extremely inefficient as there were two outputs so water went literally everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

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

Great stay

Comfortable bed lovely room staff service and food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff.excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean and well appointed. The pub felt a little cold, but the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025