Nestled on the bank of the River Frome on the edge of the Isle of Purbeck, The Priory, in our humble opinion is the finest, independently owned, boutique hotel and fine dining restaurant in Dorset. The perfect place to get away from it all, come and relax, unwind and treat yourself. Each of our rooms have been individually designed and furnished to exude its own warmth and special charm.
All feature luxury interiors and unique antique pieces so no one room is the same. Our Garden room restaurant is a unique dining experience not to be missed where contemporary comforts meet traditional service and fine food. We have unique and special spaces to accommodate memorable occasions and corporate events making The Priory one of the best hotels in Dorset for celebrating memorable events.
All feature luxury interiors and unique antique pieces so no one room is the same. Our Garden room restaurant is a unique dining experience not to be missed where contemporary comforts meet traditional service and fine food. We have unique and special spaces to accommodate memorable occasions and corporate events making The Priory one of the best hotels in Dorset for celebrating memorable events.
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The moment you step inside The Priory, we want you to relax, unwind and enjoy yourself. Situated in the market town of Wareham, this is a country hotel with its own special charm. Set in exquisite, well cared for gardens that are worth a day out in their own right, The Priory retains its heritage as a grand private house and once monastery with unique, one off antiques and luxury interiors, making it one of most special boutique hotels in Dorset.
Sought after by those wishing to enjoy the comforts and ambience of a quintessential Grade II listed English country house, each of the hotel's 17 guest rooms are individually furnished to a high standard, offering their own unique character and charm. Some with views and glimpses of the River Frome and Purbeck Hills, others overlook the lovely gardens or small yet sweet inner courtyard.
Accommodation is available both in the Main House and Boat House, which is located directly on the riverbank. Due to the age and nature of the property, please kindly note that we do not have any family rooms, interconnecting rooms, or rooms suitable for the disabled. We do not accept children under 14 years of age (unless by special arrangement).
In the main house guest rooms fall into five categories; Small Courtyard Double, Classic Double, Deluxe Double, Superior Double/Twin, and Mini Suite. As the hotel does not have a lift, access to all guest rooms is via the stairs; rooms overlooking the pretty inner courtyard can also be accessed externally on a level walk from the gravel drive.
Head Chef Stephan Guinebault's own personal ethos lies at the heart of all that he does. When Stephan joined The Priory in 2006, he brought with him a wealth of knowledge and experience, which all stemmed from growing up on his grandmother's (grand-maman) farm in the Loire Valley, and her cooking! Motivated by his love of (her) food, he first started work as an apprentice chef whilst simultaneously attending catering college.
Reviews (8)
Ric Martin
Jan 03, 2022
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Popped in here today (for the first time), as we were out walking with the dog, and first impressions were great. It looked fantastic as we approached and the courtyard and entrance are lovely. We asked if we could have a coffee and were abruptly told “no dogs allowed and please leave”! I asked if there was any outside space we could use and were again asked to leave.
Slightly surprised, I asked if my heavily pregnant (and very visibly pregnant) wife could use the toilet and were abruptly told that we would have to go back to the foyer and sanitise!
I don’t think I’ve been anywhere that
Slightly surprised, I asked if my heavily pregnant (and very visibly pregnant) wife could use the toilet and were abruptly told that we would have to go back to the foyer and sanitise!
I don’t think I’ve been anywhere that
Pete Allsopp
Dec 21, 2021
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Scott Fuller
Nov 27, 2021
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John Harvey
Nov 27, 2021
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Linda Hollins
Nov 24, 2021
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Jack Meddings
Nov 24, 2021
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I have never been spoken to so rudely in my life until speaking to an old lady on reception at the Priory. Called to arrange for a lunch visit between Monday and Thursday was told "nothing for Monday, bye" went to hang up when I then enquired about Tuesday to Thursday the lady sighed and reluctantly went to check. When I told her it would be for 3 adults and a baby I was told in an incredibly rude manner "no Children are allowed" and then pretty much hung up on me. Shocking! Certainly will be telling all friends and family not to visit or at least until they get some better staff, the lady needs
Helen Light
Nov 19, 2021
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Simon Smith
Nov 17, 2021
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Room (11) very small for a two night stay, other than a narrow hanging wardrobe no storage space so had to live out of suitcase which then made room even smaller. Room also adjacent to access road to car park so was quite noisy. Staff on arrival were very curt and unwelcoming appeared to look down their noses at us. Small point I know but on attempting to make hot drink there was no milk provided so had to go to reception to obtain some and run the gauntlet of surly staff.That being said the waiting staff in restaurant were very good and breakfast was of a very high quality. Would not recommend
