The Crown Hotel Blandford Forum, Blandford Forum ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

West St, Blandford Forum, Gb, Blandford Forum, United Kingdom, DT11 7AJ

The Crown Hotel is a charming coaching inn located in the historical market town of Blandford Forum. Known for its character and warm hospitality, the hotel serves as a favorable spot for both locals and visitors. Its proximity to key attractions like Lulworth Cove and Corfe Castle adds to its allure.

Location

The Crown Hotel is easily accessible from major roads, making it convenient for travelers from Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorchester. Situated near local attractions and historical sites, guests can explore the charming Georgian town and surrounding countryside. Close to transportation links, it offers a practical base for those looking to discover the Dorset area.

Rooms

Guests can book one of twelve Superior Rooms inspired by Georgian themes, featuring amenities like free Wi-Fi and Smart TVs. Unique Luxury Rooms include spacious en-suite bathrooms with copper baths. Family and dog-friendly rooms are available, ensuring that no one is left behind. Each room is designed to provide comfort, making them ideal for relaxation after a day of exploring.

Eat & Drink

The dining area offers a thoughtfully curated menu with both traditional pub favorites and seasonal specials. Notable dishes include 28-day aged West Country beef for Sunday roasts, as well as a selection of locally brewed beers and fine wines. The hotel also features an inviting pub atmosphere where guests can enjoy casual drinks and a variety of coffee options.

Leisure & Business

Leisure activities include a beer garden perfect for outdoor dining, while the Sealy Suite offers function space for events and conferences. The suite can accommodate various group sizes and is equipped with necessary facilities for meetings. Regular events like comedy nights further enhance the leisure options available at the hotel.

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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

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2 persons

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1 King Size Bed

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2 persons

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4 persons

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2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Blandford Forum1000 ft

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 18.9 mi

Southampton (SOU) 42.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dinner!

“I enjoyed a fantastic steak frites in the bar that rivaled the best I’ve had in France, paired with hot, perfectly cooked chips.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was incredibly spacious, beautifully decorated, and boasted a large, comfortable bed that made my stay very restful.” view full review

Impressive Shower

“The bathroom was well-sized with a great shower that provided excellent pressure, making every morning refreshing.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Location

West St, Blandford Forum, Gb, Blandford Forum, United Kingdom, DT11 7AJ

Map view

West St, Blandford Forum, Gb, Blandford Forum, United Kingdom, DT11 7AJ

City landmarks

Museums

Royal Signals Museum

2.1 mi

Gallery

Edie-Mae's

2.3 mi

Keyneston Mill

2.6 mi

Nearby

Church

Church Of St Peter And St Paul

1000 ft

Museums

Blandford Forum Town Museum

1100 ft

Museums

The Blandford Fashion Museum

1500 ft

Restaurants

Black Cactus

800 ft

Unit 4 Greyhound Square Market Place

Reeve the Baker

700 ft

13 Market Place

Subway

800 ft

16 Salisbury St

Rebekah's Kitchen

900 ft

24 Salisbury Street

Brasserie 65

1000 ft

65 East Street

Communications Cafe

900 ft

Blandford Camp Royal Corps Signals Museum

Forum Cafe

1100 ft

34 Salisbury Street

Long John's Fish and Chips

1400 ft

54 East Street

No.8 Cafe

1500 ft

8 Tabernacle Walk

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.3

Service

8.0

Dining

7.3

Norman

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.2/10

The hotel is perfectly spotless and light with beautifully decorated rooms, featuring a lounge attached to the bar for socializing. The service was friendly and helpful, particularly in the bar and during breakfast. The location is great for exploring areas near Poole and Bournemouth. The dining experience was excellent with a variety of choices. The hotel facilities were fabulous.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were excellently decorated and spacious with all the necessary facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff were all so friendly and helpful, making our stay very pleasant.

Location

8.0

A good location to easily reach Poole and Bournemouth areas by car along the a350.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with plenty of tasty choices available.

Facilities

10.0

The hotel had everything we needed for a fabulous stay.

Edgar

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.2/10

I enjoyed my stay at the hotel with its lovely view of the gardens from a nicely decorated, spacious room. The service was helpful but sometimes slow, especially during meal times. The location was fantastic, close to town and nature, although a bit noisy at times. The dining experience was mostly delightful despite some delays. Overall, a pleasant experience with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The room was nice and big, very nicely decorated, with quality furnishings, although a bit dated. The radiator placement was a bit off, but the view of the gardens was lovely.

Service

7.0

The staff was extremely helpful and polite, both at the hotel and restaurant. They sorted parking for us, but there were occasional slip-ups with orders.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is great, near the town's amenities and wildlife of the water meadows. It was clean and had convenient parking, but noise from non-staying guests was sometimes disruptive.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its hiccups, with delays and Chewy sirloin strips, but I appreciated the delicious roast and well-equipped room for all tastes on the tea tray.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel boasted a beautiful room with everything needed, including a spacious shower fit for two. The tea tray accommodated various tastes, but service could be a bit slow at times.

Gerald

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with lovely rooms that were very well decorated and equipped with everything I needed. The bed was super comfortable, and the sheets were excellent. The service was exceptional, with friendly and helpful staff creating a fantastic atmosphere. The location was central and convenient, with ample onsite parking and a delightful garden area. The dining experience was good overall, with room for improvement, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were lovely, very well decorated, and very well appointed, with everything I could possibly need. The bed was extremely comfortable with excellent sheets.

Service

8.0

The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, creating a fantastic atmosphere. However, there were some areas lacking in customer appreciation that could have been improved.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was central with good parking onsite, making it ideal for exploring Dorset and serving as a great base. The ample car parking and delightful garden area were real bonuses.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, but there is room for improvement with more effort. Despite some disruptions from other guests, the food selection consisted of local and seasonal products.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were impressive, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.