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Aquila Heights Guest House

44 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester DT1 2ES, England
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Aquila Heights Guest House
Ranked #4 of 43 Dorchester B&B and Inns
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Broughton, United Kingdom
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

This well-run B&B was recommended to us by another Dorchester B&B that was full, and I would have no hesitation recommending it to others. It was easy to book on-line. The double room where we stayed was small but airy, clean and comfortable. It had an in-room coffee/tea maker, with many extra tea flavours freely available. The shower room was... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

I was given this guest house as a place to stay by tourist information when i was stranded by my husband being taken into hospital unexpectedly. I couldn't have asked for more from the landlady who was very kind and helpful.

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Aquila_Heights, Owner at Aquila Heights Guest House, responded to this review
30 April 2013

I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us at Aquila Heights especially in such difficult and worrying circumstances. I hope your husband has now made a full recovery. Kind regards Joan More

Bellingen
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11 reviews 11 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

Joan was a wonderful host and took care of our every need! The rooms were very clean and comfortable although the room where my husband and I stayed was a little small with little space to move around. However, the room my elderly parents and my son occupied was spacious with a lounge area which was perfect. The breakfast was... More

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Sydney, Australia
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

This is a lovely place to stay and the owner makes you feel so welcome. I have to agree with the other reviewers the owner is very caring and offered to drive another guest into town while we were there. The breakfast was extensive and all tastes were catered for. It was delicious, hot and generous. The room was spacious,... More

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York, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012

Very clean and comfortable B & B, with everything the traveller needs already thought of! Joan goes out of her way to ensure guests have all they need, and enjoy their stay. I have never seen such a choice of breakfast cereals, jams and preserves. Good strong tea and proper wholemeal bread were very welcome, as was the porridge. One... More

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Dorchester, United Kingdom
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56 reviews 56 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

sorry for the late review. stayed here when moving home. had 3 nights in a large bay windowed room which was warm and comfortable and very clean. the kind lady who runs this place thinks of everything and is a marvellous host. great for stays to explore or for commercial visits... superb food, the breakfast was great and hot, plenty... More

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Aquila_Heights, Owner at Aquila Heights Guest House, responded to this review
7 November 2012

I am really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Aquila and hope you have settled in well in your new home More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

This was more like staying in a friends house, that was the level of kindness and warmth I felt on my stay. From calling me at home when I booked to driving me to the b & b when I got lost and called for directions from the station, Joan literally couldn't have done more to help. The house itself... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2012

This is my second review and Joan hasn't changed in her warmth and welcome of her guests. The room had plenty of storage for our needs, a large en-suite supplied with plenty of toiletries and towels. There was a wealth of information in the room on where to go, what to do and where to eat, as well as downstairs.... More

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Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012 via mobile

We stayed here in June for my sister in laws wedding, the whole family booked the B&B so we could all be together! On arrival we were given a warm welcome and shown to our rooms. They were clean & tidy with tea/coffee making stuff. Breakfast was amazing! You could have anything, cereals, fruit, cooked breakfast, whatever you wanted even... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012 via mobile

I can't find fault with Aquila Heights. The owner is a lovely friendly lady, the rooms are impeccably clean with full size toiletries provided (and a range of types and scents). I'm just waiting on breakfast but it smells amazing. About 10 mins and your in town armed with ALL the information that is available at the bnb.

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Also Known As:
Aquila Heights Guest House Dorchester, Dorset
Address: 44 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester DT1 2ES, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Dorchester
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 43 B&Bs / Inns in Dorchester
Price Range: ££
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Newly refurbished light, bright and airy rooms. Free Wi-Fi & Parking. Excellent breakfast menu served from 7am designed to cater for all tastes and dietary requirements with local products and local fresh produce in season whenever possible. Panoramic views towards Maiden Castle, iron-age hill fort. Short walk to mainline train stations, Dorchester's historic Town Centre, Brewery Square, Prince Charles’s Poundbury and all local amenities. Ideal location when attending weddings at Kingston Maurward and Athelhampton House and exploring Dorset and the World Heritage Jurassic coastline that includes West Bay, location for ITV's TV drama series, Broadchurch. We are happy to welcome both tourists and business guests for short or longer stays. Competitive room rates inclusive of VAT. Quiet, easy to find location for a peaceful night's sleep. A warm welcome is assured. ... more   less 

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