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The Dolphin Hotel Inn in North Dorset District
The Dolphin Hotel Inn in North Dorset District
The Dolphin Hotel Inn in North Dorset District
The Dolphin Hotel Inn in North Dorset District
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7.4Good
(305 Ratings)
"The hot choclate and buiscuits and friendly staff"
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7.4 / 10
Good(305 Ratings)

Inn in North Dorset District

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About this inn

In the heart of Wincanton, The Dolphin Hotel is just a 20-minute walk from Wincanton Racecourse. The 18th-century inn offers a bar and lounge-diner.

Amenities

Business facilities
Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Bar
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Family friendly
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher

Map of North Dorset District

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Nearby attractions

Longleat
11.1 mi
Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
37.9 mi
Hawk Conservancy Trust
38.2 mi
Purbeck Heritage Coast
36.5 mi

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

7.4 / 10
Good(305 Ratings)
100% verified reviews
7 / 10Good·Sep 2026
Great location, perfect a night away .
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
Perfect location
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
The hot choclate and buiscuits and friendly staff
Nothing
6 / 10Average·Sep 2026
Small but comfortable room. A good shower. Right on the main street in Wincanton.
Very noisy. Other guest arriving after midnight and talking for an hour or so.
$$$$
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FAQs

Is parking included with this inn?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Dolphin Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this inn?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this inn. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Dolphin Hotel pet friendly?

Yes! This inn is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Dolphin Hotel?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes business facilities, free wifi/internet, non-smoking, pets allowed, and heating.

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