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4- and 5-star hotels in Sherborne

Sherborne is a historic Dorset town known for its abbey, its independent shops and its honey-coloured stone streets, making it a relaxed base for exploring the surrounding countryside. Visitors come for heritage, quiet lanes and easy access to the wider West Country. The 4- and 5-star hotels here suit couples, families and travellers who prefer characterful inns and country houses over large chains. Spring and autumn are especially pleasant for walking, while summer brings the liveliest atmosphere.

10 hotels4 rated 4.5+2,193 guest reviews

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. The Rose & Crown

    ★★★★★4.5583 reviews

    Trent Sherbornedorset Dt9 4Sl, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Lounge
    • Pets allowed

    Why stay hereA 5-star inn with a guest rating of 4.5 from 583 reviews, The Rose & Crown combines bar and lounge space with a garden, free Wifi and free car parking. Rooms include baths and fireplaces, and fishing is listed among the facilities. It suits couples and travellers who want characterful surroundings and easy parking in Sherborne.

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  2. The Kings Arms

    ★★★★★4.4367 reviews

    North Street, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Family rooms
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Why stay hereThe Kings Arms is a 5-star hotel rated 4.4 from 367 reviews, set on North Street in Sherborne. Air conditioning, a bar and bike rental service are listed, along with bathrobes and a desk in the rooms. It is a good choice for guests who like central comfort and the option to explore by bicycle.

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  3. The Eastbury & Spa

    ★★★★★4.4243 reviews

    Long Street, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Pool bar
    • Sauna
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereWith a 4.4 rating from 243 reviews, The Eastbury & Spa is a 5-star hotel on Long Street offering breakfast in room and a business centre. Bathrobes, baths and a beach nearby are listed. It suits guests who want spa-style comfort and room service, and works well for both leisure and business stays.

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  4. Munden House

    ★★★★★

    Munden House, Mundens Lane, Alweston,, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast in room
    • Kitchen

    Why stay hereMunden House is a 5-star property on Mundens Lane in Alweston with free Wifi and free car parking. A garden, a golf course and breakfast in room are among its facilities, and rooms include a kitchen and dishwasher. It especially suits guests who prefer a quieter, self-contained country stay.

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  5. The Queens Arms

    ★★★★4.7440 reviews

    Corton Denham Sherborne Dt9 4Lrsomerset, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast in room
    • Pets allowed

    Why stay hereThe Queens Arms is a 4-star hotel with an excellent 4.7 guest rating from 440 reviews. It lists a bar, breakfast in room and dinner, with baths and desks in the rooms. Travellers who value dining on site and a warm, traditional inn atmosphere will find it a strong fit.

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  6. The Plume of Feathers

    ★★★★4.5466 reviews

    Half Moon Street, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Pets allowed
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereRated 4.5 from 466 reviews, The Plume of Feathers is a 4-star hotel on Half Moon Street with a bar, a garden, free Wifi and free car parking. Bathrobes and hairdryers are provided. It suits couples and visitors who want a relaxed base with outdoor space and easy parking.

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  7. Half Moon Sherborne by Marston's Inns

    ★★★★4.179 reviews

    Half Moon Street, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Family rooms
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereHalf Moon Sherborne by Marston's Inns is a 4-star hotel on Half Moon Street with a bar, a garden, free Wifi and free car parking. Family rooms and high chairs are listed. It suits families and travellers looking for straightforward, well-equipped accommodation with parking on site.

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  8. Dorset Holiday Barns

    ★★★★5.015 reviews

    The Shippens Compton Road, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereDorset Holiday Barns holds a 5.0 guest rating from 15 reviews, making it the highest-rated option on this list. The 4-star property on Compton Road offers a garden, free Wifi and free car parking, with kitchens and dishwashers listed. It suits guests who want a self-catering barn stay.

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  9. Cumberland House B&B

    ★★★★

    Greenhill Sherborne Dt9 4Ep Uk, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Lounge
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereCumberland House B&B is a 4-star bed and breakfast on Greenhill with free Wifi and free car parking. A garden, a lounge, a terrace and a golf course are listed, along with non-smoking rooms and special diets. It suits guests who prefer a small B&B with outdoor space.

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  10. The Chetnole Inn

    ★★★★

    Chetnole Sherborne Dt9 6Nu Uk, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereThe Chetnole Inn is a 4-star property in Chetnole offering rooms with a shower, a TV and a hairdryer, plus a CD player and radio. It is a simple, traditional inn base for travellers who want a quiet village setting within reach of Sherborne.

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Questions, answered

Which Sherborne hotels have free car parking?

The Rose & Crown, Munden House, The Plume of Feathers, Half Moon Sherborne by Marston's Inns, Dorset Holiday Barns and Cumberland House B&B all list free car parking.

Which hotels in Sherborne have the best guest ratings?

Dorset Holiday Barns has 5.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews. The Queens Arms scores 4.7 from 440 reviews, The Rose & Crown 4.5 from 583, and The Plume of Feathers 4.5 from 466.

Which Sherborne hotels offer breakfast in the room?

The Eastbury & Spa, Munden House and The Queens Arms all list breakfast in room among their facilities.

Which hotels have bars and a garden?

The Rose & Crown, The Plume of Feathers, Half Moon Sherborne by Marston's Inns and Dorset Holiday Barns list both bars or gardens; The Queens Arms lists bars but no garden.

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