[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Acorn Inn Travelers find a peaceful natural retreat at The Acorn Inn where they can dine in the restaurant or gather around barbecue grills in beautiful surroundings ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31727100/31727007/1e67c22a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31727100/31727007/085b7677.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31727100/31727007/895e545f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31727100/31727007/092012b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31727100/31727007/eff22656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Acorn Inn sits surrounded by natural beauty, offering a tranquil escape complete with a garden setting. Guests start their day with a free cooked-to-order breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and can relax at the on-site bar or restaurant after exploring. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 19 - Oct. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 20 - Oct. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=31727007&PinnedHotelID=31727007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 1 - 1 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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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at The Acorn Inn have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus free toiletries and hair dryers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-Certified Property This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Double Room (Master)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10090000/10084000/10083919/cf2e9428.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bull Hotel Bridport - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 358 reviews CA $139 CA $167 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=10083919&PinnedHotelID=10083919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/904000/903978/abe029b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summer Lodge Country House Hotel Dorchester - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 126 reviews CA $368 CA $442 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=903978&PinnedHotelID=903978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 $131 CA $158 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=3883869&PinnedHotelID=3883869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3550000/3543000/3542965/28233fc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westwood House Dorchester - Free WiFi - Tennis court 10 Exceptional 248 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=3542965&PinnedHotelID=3542965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2276000/2275935/abf02b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fox Inn Dorchester - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 272 reviews CA $173 CA $207 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=2275935&PinnedHotelID=2275935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indulgence Plus Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101187600/101187515/4d141bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Duchess of Cornwall Inn Dorchester - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 122 reviews CA $122 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=101187515&PinnedHotelID=101187515&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5770000/5769400/5769339/a6d52d4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coach House Inn Dorchester - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 8.6 Excellent 161 reviews CA $133 CA $159 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=5769339&PinnedHotelID=5769339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Property Registration Number CMP62944 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Acorn Inn Dorchester Acorn Dorchester The Acorn Inn Hotel The Acorn Inn Dorchester The Acorn Inn Hotel Dorchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Acorn Inn pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at The Acorn Inn? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Acorn Inn? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Acorn Inn? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Acorn Inn located? > Situated in Dorchester, this hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mapperton Gardens and Cerne Abbas Giant. Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Yeovil Country Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 9.0 ### Wonderful