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Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Shaftesbury with sauna and 24-hour front desk

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Indoor pool
Lobby
Property grounds
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Fireplace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

Map
Royal Chase Roundabout, Shaftesbury, England, SP7 8DB
  • Gold Hill Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Shaftesbury

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel puts you in the heart of Shaftesbury, within a 20-minute stroll of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Gold Hill Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Byzant, serves British cuisine and is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 3875 square feet (360 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a sauna. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Shaftesbury hotel you'll find Center Parcs Longleat Forest.

What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Stourhead - 19 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 24 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 31 min drive - 31.9 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gillingham Railway Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Park Garden Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel

Hotel in Shaftesbury with sauna and 24-hour front desk
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3875 square feet (360 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Shaftesbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3875 sq ft of conference space
  • 360 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel offers 32 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Byzant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3,875 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.50 per person
  • Pool fee: GBP 5 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Royal Chase Hotel Shaftesbury
Shaftesbury The Royal Chase
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Best Western Shaftesbury
BEST WESTERN The Royal Chase Hotel Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

As of 19 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel on 18 May 2025 start from NZ$191.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

What makes Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel.

Does Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

No, Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 457 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK for one night

Lovely large room and bed. We slept well. Good shower too. Dinner was OK, breakfast a little expensive and not so good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfortable

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Comfort, nice staff and surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good quality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The reception staff were lovely. The man who welcomed us on arrival was particularly helpful and cheerful. The lady on reception was very helpful too…especially dealing with a slightly awkward situation with a man who thought he had left belongings in our room! The hotel itself is a bit ‘tired’ and could do with a bit of an upgrade. But, saying that, our room was clean and tidy and the king size bed was very comfortable in the ‘double room’ we booked. We used the swimming pool and sauna which was an added bonus. Again, the area was a bit ‘tired’ but we enjoyed it. We decided to use the shower in our room as the ones in the changing rooms smelt a bit. The food from the restaurant we had was particularly nice and so was the cooked breakfast. There was a really good choice. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

BERYL ANN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location perfect for visiting our Son & family for Christmas, which is10 minutes walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 night stay in Shaftesbury

View from room 22 was over front with car park and then fairly busy road. Staff were courteous and helpful. Pool was lovely albeit kidney shaped. Parking was plentiful and had 2 disabled places much to our relief beside front entrance. No lift and steep stairs to first floor. Breakfast was plentiful and of great variety. Would stay again. Only problem was an alarm on next door room going off at 5.30am for 20 minutes. Apparently guest had left it minutely ajar. Tried phoning reception ONLY ansaphone not good enough when states reception open 24/7 and we were not sure what to do. Thankfully guest returned after 20 minutes and closed door.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Everything in the hotel took me back to my younger days and set us off a reminiscing about the 1990's. There are some nods to the 21st century but luckily they don't get in the way. The only downside is that the bathroom could have used some black mould remover in places. If you're looking for a class of 1997 reunion venue I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Pleasant staff. Room warm. Bed comfortable and clean. Furnishings very tired and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It's a beautiful hotel but it just felt a little underwhelming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed that there was a charge for pool and sauna each day - we didn’t use it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no lift
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel, with good parking and friendly staff. Breakfast is great and the benefit of the swimming pool was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Grant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The hotel was a little tired but clean, comfy bed and good shower so key point were catered for. Also a good selection and quality breakfast The hotel desperately needs some illumination outside, it looks closed from the main road and the inroad and carparks are not lit at all, it must loose trade because of this if it wasn't for the satnav I would of passed it several times before seeing it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food revice very very slow. Smell from the drain unique. 'Exploding' hot tap unique
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Value

I found the Hotel to have very friendly, helpful staff and I thought the room was good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Darren

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pool closed and not even informed about this.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mr D Glenister

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location

The hotel was in a great location for our needs. The downside was we stayed in room 24 and it smelt awful as we were only there for 2 nights we put up with it. My mother in laws room was fine. I did let reception know. Bar service was slow at time. Food was great especially the breakfast. All.the staff work hard and are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024