Haynes International Motor Museum - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 76 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 141 min drive
Sherborne Station - 4 min walk
Thornford Station - 8 min drive
Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 11 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Ecco Gelato - 3 min walk
The Digby Tap - 1 min walk
George Hotel - 8 min walk
Something Else Fishy - 6 min drive
Reeve the Baker - 4 min walk
About this property
The Britannia Inn Hotel
Located near a train station, The Britannia Inn Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Sherborne. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Sherborne Thai, which serves Thai cuisine. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Special features
Dining
The Sherborne Thai – This restaurant specialises in Thai cuisine.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Britannia Inn Hotel Sherborne
Britannia Sherborne
The Britannia Inn Hotel Inn
The Britannia Inn Hotel Sherborne
The Britannia Inn Hotel Inn Sherborne
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Britannia Inn Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Britannia Inn Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Britannia Inn Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Britannia Inn Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Britannia Inn Hotel and nearby?
The Britannia Inn Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Britannia Inn Hotel?
Yes, The Sherborne Thai offers Thai cuisine.
What's the area around The Britannia Inn Hotel like?
The Britannia Inn Hotel is in the heart of Sherborne, a short 4-minute walk from Sherborne Station and 15 minutes' walk from Sherborne Castle.
The Britannia Inn Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Poor
21 October 2019
Closed Down Not Told
I was not informed that my hotel had closed down prior to arriving at 2200 in a small town with nowhere to stay. Luckily I was able to find local accommodation!
Ben
Ben, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
9 August 2019
I booked a room over a year in advance as we were going to a wedding close to the inn. It cost £120. On checking in I thought the property looked very run down, and the breakfast had now been downgraded to “continental”, although I had paid for full English. Our room was clean and bed comfortable but shower had mildew iinside and soap was left from previous visitor!
In the morning we went to grubby breakfast room which offered instant coffee, cereal and dubious sliced bread. We left to go out for breakfast. There was no staff In the building and when I needed to contact staff on the emergency number nobody answered the ‘phone.
Disgracefully over priced and looks as though it hasn’t been painted or cleaned for decades. Unusual compared to other Sherborne properties.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
24 July 2019
Stressful and disappointing experience.
Great difficulty in checking in. Owners away and left wrong number on answer-phone. Correct one appeared on paper in window some hours late. Serve yourself breakfast but no milk for cereals, and very limited other items. The room was clean, spacious and well-appointed. The overall condition was of the place was poor.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 July 2019
The hotel - now called "Maddogs" - was very conveniently placed. The room was adequate. However, I was not prepared when Breakfast was an entirely "do-it-yourself "! There were two sliced loves, a choice of serials, orange joice were no staff on the premises,
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 July 2019
No parking and nothing for breakfast. Otherwise a pleasant experience. Some confussion when it came to pay the bill
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
8/10 Very good
24 June 2019
The staff were very friendly and eager to help. The breakfast was great- made to order! The only part of my stay that was disappointing was that it wasn’t made clear to me that I needed to pre-arrange entry to the property on a Monday because the pub didn’t open until 5pm. Luckily, I had an alternative place to catch a bit of sleep after a red eye flight.
Other than that, was very comfortable and clean.
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 May 2019
Great location.
This is a typical old British pub in a great location in historical centre.The rooms have been renovated very comfortably as well.It has a friendly atmosphere.
Michael
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2019
Hospitllity and service, very welcomming and willi ng to help you in any manor possible to ensure a good stsy
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 April 2019
Overall the stay was good and the surrounding area is absolutely stunning. Would have preferred to have the private bathroom in the room but other than that everything was fine.
Toni
Toni, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 December 2018
Xmas 2018
Xmas break seeing family booked early very disappointed on arrival was told there was no breakfast as the Britannia was closed all over Christmas yet my booking clearly states breakfast included we were the only people staying there we were given £30 refund but was still charged £160 if the management had emailed me and explained the change in circumstances we would have made other arrangements so we where left to our own devices would not recommend going to stay there at Christmas very unprofessional and not the way to run a b/b you are either open or closed unacceptable.
Lesley
Lesley, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 September 2018
Good location in centre of town
Was made very welcome. Had very good food but service was a bit slow on Saturday evening.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2018
Excellent hotel
I had never stayed here before so didn't know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised. I was greeted straight away in a friendly helpful manner. My room was very comfortable at the front . Slept very well in a comfortable bed. Usual facilities tea coffee etc. WiFi with a good signal strength. I was upgraded to a twin room with en-suite bathroom which was small but big enough. There was no hot water coming from the wash basin tap and the shower head sprayed water from its side. But these are minor points which will I am told will be rectified in the near future as the hotel is being refurbished at this time. The coked full English breakfast was plentiful and well cooked and presented. Overall a very enjoyable stay.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 August 2018
Well located
Warm and friendly welcome - room was adequate but tired and rather hot overnight. Excellent breakfast. Well located. No parking. We were only staying one night and it was fine for that purpose.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 April 2018
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 March 2018
Well worth it!
Great place, really good value, lovely town/location and very nice people.
Stewart
Stewart, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2018
the hotel was in a very good position for the town,it will be superb when the improvements are finished.
We would stay there again.
michael
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
13 February 2018
Cold. Lack of cleanliness. Good location
No loo roll, had to go searching to find some in another room (no staff around to ask). No heating in bathroom (it was February) , had to find someone to ask for heating in bedroom (which then went off). Bathroom and shower mouldy. Carpets need a good clean. Uncomfortable bed. No bar available due to building work. Didn't bother with breakfast - overall cleanliness didn't bode well for kitchen. Hotel now renamed Mad Dog. Chef there made a note of my concerns at the time and seemed genuinely concerned.
Nellie
Nellie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
7 November 2017
Bathroom needs an overall
This is a very friendly hotel in a good location. Bedroom was comfortable and clean. Heating came on and room became hot and stuffy. Bathroom shower cubicle, tiles and sink surround had a lot of black mould/mildew. Real shame as a little bit of investment and cleaning in the bathroom would change the whole room.
Tallrobbie
Tallrobbie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2017
Outstanding small inn.
This is an excellent small inn conveniently located in the center of Sherborne. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, the food was excellent and our room and bathroom very comfortable. We have no hesitation in highly recommending the Britannia Inn.
michael
michael, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 August 2017
Good for a short stay but don't expect luxury ....
We found the Britannia welcoming and convenient to the Abbey and the town centre. The staff were both welcoming and very friendly. The beds were clean and comfortable, shower room clean with a good hot shower.( Staff had to be asked twice however for some soap for hand washing ) Noise from the WC and basin waste disposal system was appalling and neither could be used at night.
Tea and coffee supplies were ample - pity about UHT milk cartons but normal I suppose.The room was a bit cramped and clothes hanging rail was both behind the exit door and over the kettle and tea making space! This seemed potentially dangerous to our eyes. Slept well except for rowdy lads playing football outside the inn after the drinking time had finished. The cooked breakfast was good but ' help yourselves to cereals and juice' would have helped us locate what was on offer. Breakfast was plentiful but served in the bar area with a very shabby floor on the first morning and the restaurant on the second.
Parking was possible outside but restricted within certain hours - we parked elsewhere and had to wheel our luggage from some distance away. If we needed to we might stay again but only at favourable rates.
We would not recommend to friends because of the parking and toilet noise at night.
SG
SG, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2017
Very nice place
Fantastic customer service and good selection of beer. Breakfast was top quality. Relaxing atmosphere.
mark
mark, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 June 2017
there isn't really any parking; wifi almost non existent; over priced for the state of the room, can't get a VAT invoice or receipt, excellent location for visiting Sherborne, the "private bathroom" is down a corridor, food is generally awesome
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 May 2017
Brian
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2017
Would definitely stay again
The Britannia Inn was lovely and just overall, a great stay in Sherborne, and I loved it, the staff were friendly and very helpful with a lot, made you feel welcomed as if it was your own home, definately I place I would stay again