The Red Lion | Bed & Breakfast in Dorchester

| 8.4 (241 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom
East Knighton Bed & Breakfast | The Red Lion

1 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in East Knighton, Dorchester

This smoke-free bed & breakfast features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden.
Housekeeping is not available.
The Red Lion offers 5 accommodations.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

  • Parking
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet

Policies

Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 pm; check-in end time: 9:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out Check-out before 10:30 am
Payment Policy Pet fee: gbp 25.0 per accommodation, per stay service animals are exempt from fees rollaway bed fee: gbp 25.0 per day the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Child Policy Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for gbp 25.0 per day.
Pet Policy Pets allowed for an extra charge of gbp 25.0 per accommodation, per stay service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Other Policy 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; cash is not accepted this property is professionally cleaned

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Reviews

Jyrki Nov 2, 2025 09:17:16 PM
Summary: Room was clean. Personnel is absolutely superb! Very friendly service and great food. Absolutely fantastic stay and will come again.
Matthew Oct 31, 2025 09:30:00 PM
Summary: I've stayed here multiple times and it is a gem. Located close to the Bovington Tank Museum it has cozy rooms and a wonderful pub with a solid menu, including being extremely good for people with food allergies. I have celiac disease and having several gluten free options (e.g., starters, entres, deserts, beer, etc) at a small hotel is unexpected. The staff is also extremely nice and helpful and even put together a gluten free tradiitoonal breakfast to go since my train left before they opened breakfast.
Julie Oct 10, 2025 07:30:57 PM
Summary: Good parking, very friendly helpful staff. Room could do with an update, we were above the kitchen which was very noisy, hence we had to close the windows. This didn’t cut out very much noise and also made for a stuffy hot uncomfortable night.
Vicky Oct 1, 2025 11:42:11 PM
Summary: Double room was clean and pleasant. Restaurant menu had lots of options and was served quickly and piping hot. Breakfast was lovely and my poached egg was perfectly cooked. Large parking area and gardens and the atmosphere in the bar in the evening was very pleasant. Quite isolated so not possible to walk anywhere in the evening. I was made very welcome by everyone.
Michael Sep 29, 2025 01:27:59 AM
Summary: Clean, comfortable and a super friendly welcome. Abundant parking. Lovely pub restaurant.
Matthew Aug 22, 2025 01:06:24 AM
Summary: Apart from the brilliant bar/restaurant staff, this was probably the worst "hotel" I have ever stayed in - especially for the money. The food was barely edible, and the room (number 4) was beyond tired. The bed was uncomfortable, and the room was right next to some kind of air conditioning unit that was noisy and made sleep impossible!! The shower was hardly functioning (more of a dribble, than a shower)... Breakfast was overcooked and poor in the extreme. Not the sort of evening you need the night before a business meeting. Staff 5* Hotel 0*
Mike Aug 5, 2025 02:23:00 AM
Summary: Lovely staff and great location for our activities. Price was great value, but reflective of the age and condition of the property. Included breakfast was good, and the lady serving breakfast on the 4th August was lovely. Thank you 😄
Christine Jul 31, 2025 01:51:54 AM
Summary: We had a great time, the staff were attentive and friendly. The food was good and the room perfect. We could highly recommend a stay at The Red Lion, you won't be disappointed.
nicola Jul 27, 2025 11:27:05 PM
Summary: A great one night stay as a family with 2 children. Staff were all helpful and friendly and food was good for both dinner and breakfast. Would stay again and would definitely recommend.
Jul 21, 2025 10:24:03 PM
Summary: The road noise was a serious issue for us, particularly as we had requested a quiet room. But the service at the hotel was mostly fine.

FAQ's

Is this The Red Lion pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the The Red Lion have a swimming pool?

No, this The Red Lion does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Red Lion?

Best-rates for the The Red Lion starts from $122 per night with includes Internet, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Bar, Child Friendly with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is The Red Lion a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this bed & breakfast 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the bed & breakfast has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Red Lion wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Red Lion has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Red Lion?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Red Lion indicates 1 day stay policy at this bed & breakfast. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Red Lion?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Red Lion are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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