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4- and 5-star hotels in Bridport
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Bridport, in west Dorset. It covers inns, aparthotels and self-catering houses for couples, families and anyone wanting a base for the town, West Bay and the surrounding countryside.
Staying in Bridport
Bridport dates back to the Saxon era and received its market charter in 1253. It grew prosperous from making ropes and nets for shipping and fishing, and that legacy is still visible in the street names and architecture. The town centre runs around East Street, West Street and South Street, where the shops and historic buildings are; West Bay, the coastal part of the wider Bridport area, sits to the south on the Jurassic Coast. The Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounds the town.
These hotels sit in different parts of that setting. Tiger Inn, The Bull Hotel and The Greyhound Wetherspoon are on town-centre streets, 0.3 to 0.5 km from the centre; The White House is on West Bay Road at 1.0 km, and Bridport Arms Hotel is in West Bay at 2.3 km. Further out are Marles Farmhouse, Coach House Uk32202 and The Retreat M, and Newlands Holidays at 9.2 km. The mix suits couples, families and short breaks, with inns for a quick stay and houses for longer ones.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Shave Cross Inn
The Shave Cross Inn Shave Cross Bridport Dt6 6Hw, Bridport, United Kingdom
- Internet access
Why stay hereThe inn keeps things simple and secure, with internet access and a safe for your belongings. It suits drivers exploring the surrounding Dorset landscape, or anyone wanting a quiet rural base within reach of the coast. Facilities are few but purposeful, so book here expecting calm and a genuinely removed setting rather than a long list of extras.
See The Shave Cross InnWestpoint Apartments
Westpoint Apartments, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereWestpoint Apartments puts you 2.2 kilometres from Bridport, with a beach nearby for days when the weather cooperates. Each 5-star apartment comes with its own kitchen and kitchenette, so self-catering is straightforward, plus free car parking if you arrive by road. Sea views and a garden add to the sense of space. It is a strong fit for families or small groups who want the independence of an apartment rather than a hotel room.
See Westpoint ApartmentsThe White House
90 West Bay Road Bridport United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAt 90 West Bay Road, The White House sits 1 kilometre from Bridport's centre and close to the beach. The 5-star house comes with a kitchen, a garden and parking, and pets are allowed, which makes it unusually easy for those travelling with a dog. Families and groups who prefer to cook for themselves will appreciate the dishwasher and washing machine over a short or longer stay. Non smoking rooms throughout keep the house fresh.
See The White House12 Maritime House
Bridport Dorset Dt6 Uk, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay here12 Maritime House is a 5-star option 2.5 kilometres from Bridport, with free car parking and a garage for the car. Non smoking rooms and towels are provided, so packing light is possible. It works well for couples or small families who want a self-contained base close to town but away from its busiest streets.
See 12 Maritime HouseCoach House Uk32202
The Retreathigh Streetburton Bradstock, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCoach House Uk32202 sits in Burton Bradstock, 3.7 kilometres from Bridport, and is set up for guests who want to fish and to bring the dog. The 5-star property has a garden, free car parking and free wifi, with a kitchen and washing machine for longer stays. Pets allowed is a genuine advantage here. Couples or small families combining quiet village time with days on the water will find the layout practical.
See Coach House Uk32202The Retreat M
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Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Retreat M lies 3.7 kilometres from Bridport in Burton Bradstock, and its 5-star setup leans towards relaxed seaside stays. A sea view, a fireplace and a garden give it a distinctly unhurried feel, while the kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine make self-catering easy. Fishing is possible nearby and pets are welcome. It suits couples or families who want space, warmth and a coastal outlook rather than a central town location.
See The Retreat MFig Tree Shepherds Hut Cottage
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Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFig Tree Shepherds Hut Cottage is a 5-star stay 1.2 kilometres from Bridport, with free car parking and a garage. The appeal here is the compact, self-contained format: a kitchen, a garden and free wifi, with towels supplied and non smoking rooms throughout. It is best suited to a couple or solo traveller who wants something smaller and quieter than a conventional hotel, within easy reach of the town.
See Fig Tree Shepherds Hut CottageMarles Farmhouse
Marles Farmhouse Marles Farm, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereMarles Farmhouse, 4.6 kilometres from Bridport, is a 5-star farmhouse built for groups. A games room, a fireplace and a garden provide the communal spaces, while the kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and high chairs cover practical needs. Pets are allowed. Families and groups of friends who want to cook, play and spread out together will get the most from it; couples may find it more room than they need.
See Marles FarmhouseTiger Inn
Barrack Street 14 16, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Barrack Street, 0.5 kilometres from Bridport's centre, Tiger Inn is a 4-star base rated 4.5 out of 5 by guests. Its bar and garden make it an easy place to end the day without going far, and family rooms plus free wifi add flexibility. The location is the strongest argument: you can walk to the middle of town while keeping a comfortable, well-reviewed room to return to. Good for couples and families who want to be central.
See Tiger InnThe Bull Hotel
34 East Street, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Bull Hotel stands on East Street, 0.4 kilometres from Bridport's centre, and holds a 4.4 out of 5 guest rating from 859 reviews. Family rooms and room service round it out. It suits guests who want a full-service 4-star hotel within a short walk of the town centre.
See The Bull HotelNewlands Holidays
Newlands Holiday Park Charmouth Bridport Dorset, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereNewlands Holidays is 9.2 kilometres from Bridport and spreads its 4-star facilities across a holiday park setting. Indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, a jacuzzi and a fitness centre are the headline features, with bars and restaurants on site. Family rooms and free car parking make it workable for those arriving by car with children. It is aimed at guests who want activities and facilities on the doorstep rather than a town-centre location.
See Newlands HolidaysBridport Arms Hotel
Bridport Arms Hotel West Bay, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBridport Arms Hotel sits at West Bay, 2.3 kilometres from the centre, and its 4.2 out of 5 rating reflects 1130 guest reviews. Sea views, a terrace and easy access to fishing, canoeing and surfing make it a natural choice for anyone whose priority is the coast. A restaurant and bar mean meals are sorted without leaving. Pets are allowed. Couples and active travellers will get the most from the waterfront position.
See Bridport Arms HotelThe Greyhound Wetherspoon
2 East Street Bridport Dt6 3Lf United Kingdom Bridport, Bridport, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Bar/Lounge
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Greyhound Wetherspoon is on East Street, 0.3 kilometres from Bridport's centre, the closest of these hotels to the middle of town. This 4-star option keeps things straightforward with free wifi, a bar and lounge, family rooms and air conditioning. A meeting room is available if you need one. It suits travellers who want a central, no-frills base for exploring Bridport on foot, with a guest rating of 3.9 out of 5 from 1770 reviews.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shave Cross Inn | ★★★★★ | – | – | 7.2 km |
| Westpoint Apartments | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 2.2 km |
| The White House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| 12 Maritime House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 2.5 km |
| Coach House Uk32202 | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| The Retreat M | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Fig Tree Shepherds Hut Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 1.2 km |
| Marles Farmhouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 4.6 km |
| Tiger Inn | ★★★★ | – | – | 0.5 km |
| The Bull Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Newlands Holidays | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 9.2 km |
| Bridport Arms Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| The Greyhound Wetherspoon | ★★★★ | – | – | 0.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Bull Hotel has family rooms, a games room, a garden and a restaurant, 0.4 km from the centre. Newlands Holidays adds indoor and outdoor pools, a games room, a sauna and a jacuzzi on its park. Marles Farmhouse offers a games room, a garden, a terrace and high chairs for a self-catering stay.
For pets
Five places accept pets. The White House is 1.0 km from the centre; Coach House Uk32202 and The Retreat M are in Burton Bradstock, both 3.7 km out, and the latter has fishing and a sea setting. Marles Farmhouse gives you a farmhouse base at 4.6 km, while Bridport Arms Hotel in West Bay is closest to the beach.
The White House · Coach House Uk32202 · The Retreat M · Marles Farmhouse · Bridport Arms Hotel
Closest to the centre
The Greyhound Wetherspoon is 0.3 km from the centre and has air conditioning, a bar and family rooms. The Bull Hotel, at 0.4 km, adds a restaurant, room service and parking. Tiger Inn, 0.5 km away, has bars and family rooms; The White House, at 1.0 km, keeps a garden and full kitchen.
The Greyhound Wetherspoon · The Bull Hotel · Tiger Inn · The White House
Top-rated by guests
Tiger Inn scores 4.5 out of 5 from 384 reviews, with a bar, family rooms and a fireplace. The Bull Hotel follows at 4.4 from 859 reviews. Newlands Holidays sits at 4.3 from 961 reviews and stands out for its pools, sauna and jacuzzi at 9.2 km from the centre.
Where to stay in Bridport
West Bay
West Bay is the coastal part of Bridport, known for its harbour, cliffs and setting on the Jurassic Coast. Bridport Arms Hotel sits here, 2.3 km from the town centre, with fishing, canoe and surf on hand, a terrace, a restaurant and sea views, so you can walk to the coast from the door.
Our picks here: Bridport Arms Hotel
Burton Bradstock
Burton Bradstock lies on the outskirts of Bridport, both properties on High Street. Coach House Uk32202 and The Retreat M are each 3.7 km from the centre, with gardens, free parking and fishing nearby; The Retreat M also has a fireplace and sea views, giving a quiet base with easy access to the countryside.
Our picks here: The Retreat M
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Bridport is in west Dorset, about 15 miles west of Dorchester and 30 miles east of Exeter. The nearest railway station is in Dorchester, with connections to London Waterloo and other major cities, and local bus services run from there to Bridport. By road, the A35 runs through the town, linking it to Poole and Honiton. Bus services also connect Bridport with surrounding towns and villages. Within Bridport the town centre is compact and walkable, with bus services to West Bay and other nearby areas.
When to go
Bridport is a year-round destination, but the summer months from June to August offer the warmest weather and the best conditions for exploring the Jurassic Coast. The town's markets are held throughout the year, with the Saturday market a regular fixture and a farmers' market on the second Saturday of each month. Spring and autumn can be quieter, with mild weather suitable for walking. Winter can be cold and wet, but the town remains open and the coastal scenery is dramatic.
Questions, answered
Which listed hotels have parking?
Free car parking is offered at Westpoint Apartments, 12 Maritime House, Coach House Uk32202, The Retreat M, Fig Tree Shepherds Hut Cottage, Marles Farmhouse, The Bull Hotel and Newlands Holidays. Bridport Arms Hotel, The White House and Tiger Inn also list parking.
Which hotels allow pets?
The White House, Coach House Uk32202, The Retreat M, Marles Farmhouse and Bridport Arms Hotel all allow pets, so you can bring a dog to a town-centre base, a Burton Bradstock house or a West Bay hotel.
Which hotel has a pool or spa?
Newlands Holidays lists an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna, a jacuzzi and a fitness centre, 9.2 km from the centre. No other listed hotel has a pool or spa in its facilities.
Which is best for families?
The Bull Hotel has family rooms, a games room, a garden and a restaurant 0.4 km from the centre. Newlands Holidays adds pools, a games room and family rooms, while Marles Farmhouse offers a games room, a garden and high chairs.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
The Greyhound Wetherspoon is 0.3 km from the centre, The Bull Hotel 0.4 km and Tiger Inn 0.5 km. The White House is 1.0 km out, and Bridport Arms Hotel lies in West Bay at 2.3 km.
Which hotel is rated highest by guests?
Tiger Inn scores 4.5 out of 5 from 384 reviews, the highest on the list. The Bull Hotel follows at 4.4 from 859 reviews and Newlands Holidays at 4.3 from 961 reviews.
Do any hotels serve breakfast or meals?
The Bull Hotel lists a restaurant, breakfast in room, lunch and room service. Tiger Inn, Bridport Arms Hotel and Newlands Holidays all list a restaurant or bar, while the houses and apartments have kitchens or kitchenettes.