Dorset Accommodation

Dorset Accommodation: Bournemouth, Swanage, Poole and Lyme Regis Accommodation

There are many different types of accommodation to be found in Dorset, ranging from hotels and B&B’s to cottages, flats and apartments. Each accommodation type offers its own unique advantages and disadvantages and it is up to the individual to work out which is the most suitable for them. Lyme Regis accommodation is extremely popular in Dorset, although Dorset accommodation in general is well respected and can be found in a variety of key holiday destinations. Dorset is famous for the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site in which a number of these destinations can be found - the likes of Bournemouth, Weymouth, Poole, Lyme Regis and Swanage.

Bournemouth Hotels, Lyme Regis Hotels, Poole, Swanage, Weymouth – Dorset Hotels

Hotels are commonly regarded as the standard accommodation type. There are more hotels than there are any other form of accommodation, and this is the case in the large coastal town of Bournemouth where there are a massive number of Bournemouth hotels. There are various different sizes of hotel, as well as varying qualities. These are often illustrated by the star rating awarded to a given property. These can range from one to five stars and Lyme Regis hotels that are awarded five stars are likely to be extremely luxurious. Lyme Regis is another coastal town and one that is famous for the large number of fossils found amongst the cliffs and on the beaches. Poole hotels will often have facilities like TV, the internet, phones and air conditioning, whilst similar facilities might be found at Swanage hotels or at Dorset hotels anywhere across the county. Weymouth hotels give easy access to Weymouth Harbour from which people can make ferry journeys across the channel.

Dorset Cottages in Dorset, Lyme Regis Cottages, Holiday Cottages

There are Dorset cottages to be found across the county, ranging from coastal Lyme Regis cottages to traditional English country cottages in Dorset. Cottages are a great self catering option should you wish to cook and clean for yourself whilst away. It is worth bearing in mind that the facilities in each individual cottage may vary. Also it is worth considering that some cottages might be idyllic in the summer when the population swells, but become isolated in the winter when the area as a whole becomes quieter. Some cottage owners will permit you to bring pets with you but this is definitely worth checking beforehand.

Bed and Breakfast Bournemouth, Swanage, Lyme Regis, Weymouth - Bed and Breakfast Dorset

Bed and breakfast Bournemouth accommodation is used to refer to any property that can provide a room for the night as well as a breakfast in the morning. This could be a hotel, B&B or guest house, for example. Bed and breakfast Weymouth properties are plentiful and Weymouth is a popular destination for water sports such as sailing. Bed and breakfast Dorset accommodation is available in abundance at major seaside resorts like the aforementioned Bournemouth and Weymouth, but also in smaller coastal towns like Swanage. Bed and breakfast Swanage properties can range from one to five stars depending on the level of service and facilities on offer. At bed and breakfast Lyme Regis accommodation the quality of the breakfasts is often largely indicative of the general standard of the property.

Camping Holidays at Campsites in Dorset and Caravan Parks in Dorset, UK

There are a number of campsites in Dorset in which tourists can enjoy a traditional British holidaying experience. Caravan parks in Dorset allow guests to either bring their own caravan, or to rent one of the many static caravans that are available. Either way camping in Dorset is certainly an ideal budget option for families in particular. Christchurch camping sites as well as holiday parks and campsites in general, will offer a variety of on-site activities and facilities suitable for children and adults.

B&B Bournemouth, B&B Weymouth, Poole, Swanage, Lyme Regis – Dorset B&B’s

B&B accommodation refers to a specific variety of bed and breakfast accommodation. B&B Bournemouth properties, as well as B&B’s across Dorset and the UK, are often family-owned and can take the form of an extension to a house or farm. B&B Weymouth properties can only accommodate up to around six paying guests at any one time, whilst guest houses, which are otherwise extremely similar to B&B’s, can host a few more guests and might also offer few extra services or facilities. Swanage B&B accommodation is especially popular in the summer months when the population swells dramatically as people enjoy the warmer weather. The service that guests are likely to receive at a B&B Poole offers is of a more personal nature to that at a hotel for example and the staff are normally on hand to offer help and advice where required.

Self Catering Dorset: Self Catering Swanage, Bournemouth, Lyme Regis, UK

Self catering Dorset accommodation can be found in the shape of Dorset cottages, campsites and holiday parks, as well as at flats and apartments in Dorset. Self catering is great for those who would prefer to save some money on accommodation in order to spend elsewhere! This is particularly relevant for large groups and families whose money might be better spent completing one of the many activities on offer in Dorset. Swanage self catering is very popular, especially in peak seasons.

Flats in Bournemouth, Flats to Rent in Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Holiday flats and apartments are an excellent self catering option for couples, groups, families and those on business trips. There are many flats to rent in Bournemouth in particular, with Bournemouth one of the larger coastal towns in Dorset. Flats in Bournemouth can be rented for midweek breaks, weekends or overnight stays.

Dorset Pubs: Pubs in Bournemouth, Swanage and Poole

There are a huge number of Dorset pubs that are spread across the region. You will find pubs in Bournemouth and in other busy coastal resort towns, as well as in the Dorset countryside. Many pubs and inns will offer accommodation as well as all of the normal beer, lager, wines, spirits and soft drinks that we have come to expect from public houses. A large number of pubs will offer traditional pub food and pubs are quite often owned and run by families and the service provided will therefore likely be of a more personal nature.

Bournemouth Hostels – Dorset Hostel Accommodation

Hostels are an excellent form of cheap accommodation that are suitable for large groups working to a tight budget who aren’t overly concerned with luxurious facilities or rather the lack of them. Guests at a Bournemouth hostel will often be sharing bathroom and kitchen facilities and Bournemouth hostels are amongst the most popular in Dorset.

Short Breaks in Dorset: Bournemouth Weekend Break, Weymouth Mini Breaks

Accommodation providers in Dorset will often have special promotions for weekend stays. Short breaks in Dorset are hugely popular and a large proportion of those staying for short periods will do so over a weekend. You might find a cheap Bournemouth weekend break at a cottage, B&B, campsite or hotel. You may also find that some accommodation owners will promote a particular themed weekend, to target golfers for example. Such weekend deals are more likely to be found in the busier resorts like Bournemouth and Weymouth.

Accommodation on all of the iknow sites can be sorted according to both type and speciality. Hotels, B&B’s and cottages are examples of accommodation types, whereas bed and breakfast, gay friendly and self catering are examples of specialities. Properties can only be of one type, but may belong to an unlimited number of specialities. A large number of these have been described in the text above, however more detail upon these, as well as upon many more types and specialities, are available on the regional site at iknow-dorset.co.uk.