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We are located just a 1 minute walk from.'Brewery Square', where you can find numerous outlets offering wonderful breakfasts including Gluten free and Vegan options.Please note,You are booking room only. Outlets are available for breafast within a short walk from the house. Beggar's Knap located 150 yards from the town center was originally built in 1881. Beggar’s Knap Guest House offers 4-star accommodations in the center of historic Dorchester. It is just 3 miles from Hardy’s Cottage, the birthplace of Thomas Hardy. The rooms at Beggar’s Knap have carpeted floors, with flat-screen TVs and hospitality trays. Free Wi-Fi is available, and guests can make use of free private parking on site with 24-hour surveillence. The building is nonsmoking throughout. Brewery Square is a 1 minute walk away. Dorchester West and Dorchester South rail station are just a 5-minute walk from Beggar’s Knap. The shops and amenities of central Dorchester are just 150 yards from Beggar's Knap.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
9.6
High score for Dorchester
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • J
    Jennie
    United States of America United States of America
    The manager was very friendly. I arrived early and he let me iinto my room early
  • O
    Olivia
    United States of America United States of America
    Absolutely gorgeous room, in the center of the town, walking distance from the train station. Lovely staff, absolutely wonderful stay.
  • Gale
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were staying there because my parents were on holiday in Weymouth, my father was taken to hospital in Dorchester so we needed local accommodation. Mark was lovely and bent over backward to accommodate us and help us out especially with my...

Area info

Amenities of Beggar's Knap
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Wake-up service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Beggar's Knap takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 06:30 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 5 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    5+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £45 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that you are required to inform Beggar's Knap in advance of your expected arrival time. There is no 24-hour reception. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Access to our car park is from Great Western Road (and add) Opposite the Thai restaurant.

    Please inform Beggar's Knap of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Beggar's Knap

    • Check-in at Beggar's Knap is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Beggar's Knap offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Beggar's Knap may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Room options at Beggar's Knap include:

        • Double
        • Single
      • Beggar's Knap is 2,800 feet from the center of Dorchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, Beggar's Knap is popular with guests booking family stays.