[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Georgian hotel in Dorchester with a bar ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/e83c8493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/918a2a5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/e5f73d62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/987a149d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/d1198738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Dorchester's business district, Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel welcomes travelers warmly. Guests enjoy newspapers and WiFi in rooms or mingle at the bar. Helpful staff offers wedding services and luggage storage, with coffee and tea in the lobby. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=892279&PinnedHotelID=892279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/ddb7bbad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Pillowtop bed Blackout drapes/curtains - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/3c374c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Pillowtop bed Blackout drapes/curtains - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892279/b2a02966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Pillowtop bed Blackout drapes/curtains - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDorchester-Hotels-Sleeping-Bear-Hotel-Dorchester.h892279.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDorchester-Hotels-Sleeping-Bear-Hotel-Dorchester.h892279.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.71494%2C-2.44043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5_OPGfhv3qiJF7wsxL-M1VSkNhk=) 32 High West Street, 32, Dorchester, England, DT1 1UP #### What's nearby - Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Maiden Castle - 11 min drive - 5.4 km - Weymouth Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km #### Getting around - Dorchester West Station - 8 min walk - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 103 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Royal Oak (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk - ‪Kings Arms - ‬4 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Old Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel in the business district Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester provides amenities like a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Self parking (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi. More amenities include: - Heating and portable fans - Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Housekeeping, desks, and phones ## Similar properties ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883869/a5d641d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### George Albert Hotel & Spa Dorchester - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 477 reviews CA $120 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=3883869&PinnedHotelID=3883869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3535000/3534968/w667h498x0y0-7f33b355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Tree House Dorchester - Parking included - Free WiFi - Gym - Tennis court 9.2 Wonderful 375 reviews CA $133 CA $159 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - 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Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Business services - 818 square feet of conference space - Meeting room ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways (31 inches high) - No elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Built in 1756 - Georgian architecture - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### More - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Phone - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 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 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Self parking fee: GBP 10 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, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England. ### Property is also known as Wessex Royale Wessex Royale Dorchester Sleeping Bear Dorchester Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester Dorchester Minotel Minotel Dorchester Minotel Hotel Wessex Royale Minotel Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester, Dorset Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Dorchester Best Western Wessex Royale Hotel Dorchester Wessex Royale Hotel Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester Hotel Dorchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester on Nov 9, 2025 start from CA $108.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorchester-Hotels-Sleeping-Bear-Hotel-Dorchester.h892279.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester? > Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day. Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester located? > Located in the heart of Dorchester, this hotel is steps from Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, Borough Gardens, and The Keep Military Museum. Roman Town House and Dinosaur Museum are also within 10 minutes. Dorchester West Station is 8 minutes by foot and Dorchester South Station is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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