Priory Wareham in Wareham, England

Seventeen individually styled rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, seasonal fruit, and Molten Brown toiletries. Each room highlights 16th-century character with antique furnishings and modern amenities. Certain suites offer private access to the riverside terrace.

The Garden Room restaurant provides a menu centred on local produce and seasonal ingredients, led by an award-winning Head Chef. The wine cellar holds over 200 vintages, and the bar serves house specialty cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients. Afternoon tea is available indoors or on the river terrace.

The hotel is set within 4 acres of English cottage gardens beside the River Frome. The river terrace accommodates alfresco dining overlooking the grounds. Private moorings allow guests to arrive directly by boat from the river.

Corfe Castle is a 5-minute drive from the hotel, while Lulworth Cove and Studland Beach are within a 20-minute drive. The hotel sits in the historic Saxon market town of Wareham, which has town walls dating to the 9th century. A walk along the River Frome or the town walls offers countryside views.

Complimentary paddleboard use is available for guests to explore the River Frome directly from the hotel's private moorings. The dedicated team arranges exclusive private dining for special events and corporate functions. In-room breakfast options are also offered.

Rooms: 17 individually styled rooms with 16th-century character

Dining: Garden Room restaurant and over 200 vintages

Grounds: 4 acres of English cottage gardens on the River Frome

Activities: Complimentary paddleboard use and private moorings

Location: 5 minutes from Corfe Castle, 20 minutes from Lulworth Cove