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About the Hotel

The Commons, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, SP7 8JA

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Suite Cranborne Chase

Max:

2 persons

55 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Premium Double Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Shaftesbury100 m

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 46.4 km

Southampton (SOU) 71.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“I loved the spaciousness of the room and the well-equipped bathroom, making it an inviting place to unwind after a long day.” view full review

Really good Dining

“The food in the restaurant was simply really good, blending flavors beautifully and providing a good culinary experience.” view full review

Exquisite Design

“The beautifully designed bedroom with a luxurious, comfy bed truly enhanced my overall comfort and relaxation during my stay.” view full review

Lovely Bathroom

“The bathroom was not only lovely, but the little extras like nice soaps and creams added a charming touch to the experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Pets allowed
Security
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

The Commons, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, SP7 8JA

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The Commons, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, SP7 8JA

City landmarks

Breach Lane

Castle Hill

810 m

Melbury Downs

4.9 km

Nearby

Museum

Gold Hill Museum

120 m

Main A350 Route to the South Coast

Gold Hill

170 m

Museum

Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden

580 m

11-13 Bell Street

Shaftesbury Art Centre

130 m

Restaurants

The Grosvenor Arms

10 m

High Street The Commons

Aroma Indian Restaurant Shaftesbury

90 m

2 Bell Street

King Alfred's Kitchen

80 m

17 High Street

The Salt Cellar

120 m

Gold Hill Parade

The Mitre

130 m

23 High Street

Angola '76

240 m

Mustons Lane Mustons Yard

China Cottage

210 m

51 High Street

San Tonino

260 m

1 Mustons Lane

Gusto coffee & Sandwich Bar

270 m

54 High Street

The King's Arms

270 m

Bleke Street

Ye Olde Two Brewers

390 m

24 St. James Street

Chutney's

420 m

28 Salisbury Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

wonderful service

perfect location

disappointment in room ordering

moderate pizza

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.3

Service

8.7

Dining

8.0

Bernard

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.6/10

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The location was excellent, ideal for our requirements and steeped in fascinating history. The service was exceptional, with everyone being friendly and helpful, especially Ellie who clearly loves her job. The dining experience was top-notch, with excellent dishes cooked to perfection. However, the rooms lacked adequate seating and tables, and the lighting was poor, which was a bit of a downside. Overall, a great value for money stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room we stayed in, located at the end of the third floor, was complete with a roll-out bed for our six-year-old. However, the room was cold, the lighting was poor, and there was no seating or tables set up, which was a bit inconvenient.

Service

9.0

The staff were all lovely and provided excellent service. Everyone was friendly and helpful, making our stay very pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in the pretty town of Shaftesbury was fantastic. Right in the center, shops were within walking distance, Gold Hill offered lovely views, and there were plenty of great cafes around, such as the Salt Cellar with fantastic homemade pies and cakes.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, with good quality produce and attentive staff. The homemade items were a highlight and cooked to perfection, making every meal memorable.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great, enhancing our overall experience.

Geoffrey

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.8/10

My stay at this hotel was fantastic! The rooms were lovely and clean, spacious, and well-priced for the area. The location is great, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. However, there were some issues with the dining experience. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The room with a king size bed, a sofa, and the spacious bathroom with a shower and roll-top bath was very clean and spacious.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and very helpful, though there was an initial confusion that was quickly resolved.

Location

8.0

The location was nice with a good choice of beverages and inviting surroundings.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mostly good, though there were some issues with the poached eggs and an inattentive waiter.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were generally good, with a few minor issues like poor TV reception in the room.

Les

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms were quite warm but spacious with all the necessary amenities, and the on-site bath overlooking the town was an added charm. We felt truly special with the wonderful service and delicious food in the restaurant, although it would have been nice to order to the room.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were big and had all we needed. Being made to feel very special made the stay memorable.

Service

9.0

The service was lovely and friendly, highly recommend. The staff, especially Chloe who checked us in, were excellent and accommodating.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect, right in the middle of the town, making it convenient for exploring Shaftesbury and beyond. The parking pass was a great perk.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was a mix of original and well-thought-out dishes. The food was excellent, the produce high quality, and the staff attentive. The assorted muffins were a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great overall, though ordering to the room would have been a nice addition.

wonderful service

disappointment in room ordering