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Aparthotel

The Dorset Resort

4.0 star property
Aparthotel in Wareham with a golf course and a fitness center

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Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player
Balcony view
Signature Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player
Guests at The Dorset Resort can relax on the peaceful terrace or book a massage to recharge after a long day. The property features 27 holes of golf for enthusiasts, a garden for quiet strolls, and an arcade room for some friendly competition.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Luxury Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, Sauna, Garden Area | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, Sauna, Garden Area

Highlights

Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Portable fan
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 7 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Sauna

Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Sauna | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Sauna

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Sauna
Heating
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area

Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Luxury Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, Sauna, Garden View

Luxury Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, Sauna, Garden View | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, Sauna, Garden View

Highlights

Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Portable fan
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Beds

View all photos for Signature Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Signature Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View | 3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Highlights

Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Luxury Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Premium Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Luxury Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 5 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Bere Regis, Wareham, England, BH20 7NT

What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • The Tank Museum - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Durdle Door Beach - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 22 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Durdle Door - 26 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Sandford Pub - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Dorset Resort

Aparthotel in Wareham with a golf course and a fitness center
This smoke-free aparthotel features a golf course, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Each apartment has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Dorset Resort offers 14 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Wareham aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 for adults and GBP 16.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • 27-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 14 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Clubhouse Bar/Lock Box]
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 for adults and GBP 16.95 for children

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dorset Resort Wareham
Dorset Wareham
The Dorset Resort Wareham
The Dorset Resort Aparthotel
The Dorset Resort Aparthotel Wareham

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorset Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Dorset Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dorset Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Dorset Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dorset Resort located?

Situated in Wareham, this golf aparthotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Purbeck Shooting School and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Clouds Hill. The Tank Museum and Skirmish Dorset are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Dorset Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
PRPOERTY VERY SPACIOUS, VERY CLEAN AND JUST A LOVELY PROPERTY TO UNWIND AND RELAX WITH FAMILY, LOVED THE SAUNA
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing properties set in a beautiful tranquil setting. Wildlife everywhere and great for children to be outdoors, lovely walks and grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jemma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning property close to local beaches. Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Large lodge style house, good space for large families /groups. Quite dated inside and basically furnished. Carpet tiles/lino etc. bathrooms could do with a refit but all reflected in the price. Good value for a golf trip or to explore the Jurassic coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have stayed here a few times, never been disappointed and will always come back for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great value and amazing location

Amazing value for money... such lovely location in the forest. Good location for the coast not far and Wareham for supplies and good pubs / restaurants. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness
All good, great for a big family trip to Dorset. But they could be responsive when communicating online - I tried reaching out via Expedia messaging and got no reply what so ever. Also very old and tatty beds, and hard pillows. Bring your own mattress topper and pillow if you are sensitive to bedding. Although Expedia says 9.30am check out, we were advised to leave by 10am. However would be nice if they gave us until 11am, like most other holiday homes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely Place

Very nice wooden lodges. Beautiful place and even had some deers outside the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Samir

Liked: Amenities
The properties are a great space and ample of bathrooms and toilets. However the lodge we had one of them was dated and tired and needed a renovation . The flooring and sofas were in need of a desperate change On a self catering basis having a kitchen and living room Upstairs was not ideal. Additionally the insulation is so poor between the wallls and floors , if one person is talking in the morning or evening everyone can hear !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Spacious and well laid out accommodation. Well equipped and comfortable. Ground floor accommodation with great accessibility. Only negatives were that heating was way too hot and couldn’t control, showers cycled randomly from boiling hot to cold and a lot of negative instruction signs telling us what not to do or couldn’t do gave it a bit of a negative feel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. The lodges are great and they have thought of everything. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The log cabin was stunning in beautiful surroundings. It was raining unfortunately for most of our stay but we still had an amazing escape. Having popped out to collect a takeaway from a local town we even encountered a deer on the hotel grounds, grazing and seeming unfazed by us. The only slight drawbacks were that I found the beds too soft for me personally. I would advise anyone staying to plan their eating in advance as the hotel resort is quite remote. The towns being a 25 minute drive away. Stunning scenery, just don’t expect everything to be on your doorstep
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mehvish

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean. Just the beds were single Beds in all couple rooms. Would be great if they had double beds instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nazima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and spacious accommodation! A beautiful holiday home with everything you need for a comfortable self catered stay. Perfectly located for exploring the amazing jurrasic coast, only 20 minutes from the amazing Lulworth cove and Durdle door. The only negative is that the reception staff did not communicate much upon arrival, just handed over the keys and directed us to our lodge! Then again at check out, the receptionist was dismissive and didn't even ask if we'd had a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect stay

Helpful and friendly staff prompt check in, chalet was spacious for all of us. Fully equipped and kitchen had everything we needed was perfect for a short break. Ideal location would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Amazing accomodation, beautiful location

Comms were good from beginning to end and everything was easy and clear. The property was clean and well equipped a minor issue was wear and tear on the dining chairs and honestly the mattresses were too soft for my personal taste
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great with our visit! The lodge was easy to locate, immaculate, and the staff at the check in desk were fantastic. Would definitely stay here again! The private sauna in the lodge was brilliant too! Couldn't fault the visit at all
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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