Blandford Forum Town Museum - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Ashley Wood Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Wimborne Minster - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
Kingston Lacy House - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
Poole Harbour - 18 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Hamworthy Station - 19 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
China China - 4 min drive
The Gorge - 4 min drive
Reeve the Baker - 4 min drive
Nelsons Ale House - 4 min drive
Railway Hotel - 5 min drive
About this property
The Charlton Inn
Upscale inn
The Charlton Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
1 restaurant
1 bar
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Charlton Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Charlton Inn?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Charlton Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Charlton Inn?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Charlton Inn located?
Situated in Blandford Forum, this inn is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blandford Forum Town Museum, and Ashley Wood Golf Club. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and White Mill are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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The Charlton Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 236 reviews
10 - Excellent
89
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 236 reviews
8 - Good
78
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 236 reviews
6 - Okay
38
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 236 reviews
4 - Poor
24
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 236 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Deborah
1 September 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was the cutest place we stayed. The staff were so friendly and nice. The food was lovely. Hoping to stay there again sometime.
We had a nice stop over one night only but everything was excellent staff were friendly and helpful room was lovely clean would recommend to everyone food great no problem’s
The staff were very good, always cheerful and ready and willing to help, answering any questions I asked.
All-in-all a very comfortable and enjoyable 2-night stay.
Well done all concerned.
The rooms were very clean and set up for tea/coffee making with fresh milk in the fridge. Brilliant hair dryer in the room too and powerful shower in the bathroom which was spotless.
The staff gave us a very warm welcome.
We dined in the pub which has an extensive menu choice including a small appetites menu.
The food was excellent, very well presented and tasty. Would highly recommend dining here.
Great place to stay, rooms have everything you need, shower was powerfull and hot, food in the pub was top class, breakfast was ok, cooked breakfasts are my choice but the continental supplied was far more than i could eat, 5 stars 🌟
The location is ideal. next to the rail station and walking distance to many restaurants. Service is very good and staff are friendly. The only minor issue is the wifi connection isn't so good.
Located at the back of the pub, the accommodation was small, but practical.
The beds were comfortable and facilities adequate. The room was quite warm and the roof window was the only option for ventilation. There was a few signs of wear and tear, but overlooked.
It is close to the main road, so vehicle noise is noticeable. Plenty of parking, and check-in is via the pub, who also offer food.
It was okay for a quick stop over.
My sister and I found our stay very comfortable.Slept well.Tray with cookies coffee and hot chocolate was more than welcome as we arrived cold and wet.
Had a nice meal in the Charlton pub staff were welcoming and friendly.This is my third stay here and would recommend.
Denise
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
michael
17 August 2023
only a continental breakfast available not very visible on booking site
michael
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Helen
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent food, hot, good choice and reasonably priced. No option to choose breakfast however there is a list in the room detailing menus and prices for nearby establishments who offer breakfast. We opted to visit a large Tesco store less than 5 mins drive away. Pub was closed when we departed and unsure how we could check out therefore simply left the key in the door. Room was a good size and clean. Brita kettle, small table top style fridge and crisp white bed linen and towels. All in all a good stay however exterior very tired and in need of painting.
If low cost is your primary driver then this could
The accommodation is at a separate block at the rear of the pub. Whilst you can eat your evening meal in the pub there is no option for breakfast (though there maybe an in-room continental option). Room was in poor condition with windows fixings broken and light over shower not working. Fixtures and fittings were very worn and cleanliness was poor. Food in the pub was reasonable.
Comfortable quiet room. Appreciated milk and water left in fridge. Also allowed a later checkout on request. Disappointed that the inn was closed at 6 on Sunday night and they don't offer breakfast. However we were there for a funeral so location was excellent.
As a solo traveler I found my stay (two nights) very enjoyable. The room was clean and spacious for a single room. There were all the amenities, fridge, kettle, towels, parking spaces etc. I felt secure even though my room was apart from the main building. I invited my friend to join me for a meal in the restaurant and we both found it to be excellent. The only issue was breakfast wasn’t served but that hasn’t deterred me from recommending the Charlton Inn to my well travelled daughter.
As soon as we arrived the staff couldn’t have been more helpful, and welcoming. Our room was ready and perfect. It’s a continental breakfast, but we were spoiled for choice. The facilities in the room were great.
Beds were very comfortable, great nights sleep and the bathroom was great.
We also had dinner at the Inn and it is one of the friendliest places with fantastic value for money on the food and wonderful ales.
Thanks to all
Very comfortable simple overnight accommodation. The staff were a little overwhelmed with customers in the pub and checkin wasn’t clear but I slept well. The only issue I had was the outside light was right outside my window and the curtains were too thin, and didn’t meet, so I couldn’t shut it out.
The simple breakfast basket was full and not too bad value I would suggest 😊
Great location with really good food, it’s a lovely pub with helpful staff.
But I’ll be honest, the rooms walls were peeling away from the wall, bed wasn’t great which gave me a bad back. Also, the light outside the only window was on all night which kept me up most the night couldn’t tell if it was night or day
But over priced for what it is and for the time of year. But I get it as times are hard at the moment with rates going up.
Really comfy double bed. Nice large room and wet room style bathroom. Very nice.
Couldnt get kettle under the tap, so had to fill it using the mug.
Shortage of 13A sockets. One under coffee table for kettle and a double hidden behind the dressing table but only one functional and that was used by the mini fridge. So decisions had to be made regarding which to lose in order to charge phone.
So faulty socket and soap dispenser in shower area wanted to fall off the wall when bottle pumped and sadly no one around in the morning to report it to. (Auto check-out, no reception)
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Natasha
7 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Bizarrely, we were provided with just one of everything (one towel, one mug etc) though two of us had booked in to a double room. We were in a rush to get to a wedding so didn't have the chance to speak to the staff at the time.
Natasha
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
PHILIP
11 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
1 night stay
The welcome was nice. In a outbuilding across from the beer garden. Small but adequate. No TV remote which was frustrating when watching in bed. Evening meal in pub was nice. Last orders for food was 1945hrs. But breakfast let the place down. Pre made white pastries in bags from wholesaler. Instant porridge. Left in room on a tray to use. Not wholesome or tasty. Not a great start to the day.