Name: Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel
Address: Royal Chase Roundabout, Shaftesbury, England, United Kingdom, Shaftesbury, Dorset, GB
Price range: US$96–US$218 per night
Rating: 7.48

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel is praised for friendly staff, spacious rooms, and a handy location, while recurring critiques note dated interiors, inconsistent housekeeping, and maintenance niggles, plus limited bar hours and variable breakfast experiences.

The indoor pool and sauna are a popular bonus, though occasional closures, extra charges, and tired areas are mentioned. Guests also flag temperature control and bathroom issues, such as very warm rooms without air conditioning, weak water pressure, and occasional noise from external equipment. Overall, expect practical comforts in a convenient location, alongside some dated areas.

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Facilities

The indoor pool and sauna are a well liked feature, though guests note occasional closures, extra charges, and some tired areas. Bar hours are limited and the space feels dated, while parking is generally easy; note there is no lift.

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8

Richard

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Disappointed that there was a charge for pool and sauna each day - we didn’t use it

8

Robert

5 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sadly pool was out of action . Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We had difficulty getting the shower to run hot but this was solved by running the bat hot tap for a while.

8

David

10 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

They need a lift in the property.for elderly people.

2

Jacqueline

9 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Bar only open 6-9 pm. Dinner only 6.30-8.30!! Slimming world staff parking in one of only 2 blue badge spots. Staff great especially afternoon/ late reception and breakfast servers

10

Margaret

23 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent faciliities. We enjoyed having the swimming pool. The bedroom and bathroom was comfortable and spotlessly clean. Staff were very helpful, both on Reception and in the breakfast area. The breakfast menu was great . Car parking was sufficient. There was no traffic noise and the grounds were attractive and well kept.

6

David

13 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The bar and restaurant let this place down. The bar is spartan, like a school 1950s canteen, and had a filthy main glass table with ripped 2 year old "Good housekeeping" magazines laying on top....there's a misnomer. My room was spotlessly clean and bed very comfortable. Ate in the restaurant on my first night as it was bitterly cold and freezing outside, so didn't fancy going out. There was no heating on in the restaurant, when i asked why I was told it was on a timer. Ridiculous!

8

Connie-Louise

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly staff, accommodating, great food for both dinner and breakfast. Large room, plenty of towels, lots of choice for teas/coffee. The pool was lovely and warm, great for all ages. A few tiles were a little run down around the pool and windows were cloudy but this was minor. I would also advise descaler/filter for the kettle.

8

Susan

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no lift

6

john

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was quite tired and we were very disappointed by the fact that the bar wasnt open when we arrived, indeed it didnt open until around 18,30! It would have been nice to enjoy a glass of wine after driving for 5 hours, we also found that the towels were quite rough and didnt smell very pleasant

6

Darren

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool closed and not even informed about this.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many report very clean or spotless rooms, but recurring complaints mention mould, missed housekeeping, dirty towels, hairs, and lingering odours in some areas. Standards appear inconsistent across rooms.

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8

Tracey

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place and nice rooms but the room needed a proper clean

6

Joseph

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

2

Paul

19 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Food was awful room was dirty someone’s stinky pants under the bed and out of date cheese left in dresser drawers!! Radiator broken and was boiling hot all night,dust everywhere and big public hair in shower basin!!!!

10

Maria

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was easy and safe, we had a van so we needed plenty space. Breakfast was really good, the room was very large and so was the bathroom, all super clean. we had no time to try the pool sadly

10

Margaret

23 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent faciliities. We enjoyed having the swimming pool. The bedroom and bathroom was comfortable and spotlessly clean. Staff were very helpful, both on Reception and in the breakfast area. The breakfast menu was great . Car parking was sufficient. There was no traffic noise and the grounds were attractive and well kept.

10

Diana

13 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spotless room, v comfortable bed, swimming pool was clean, thoroughly enjoyed my one night stay. I did not eat at the hotel so cannot comment on the food.

6

Christine

25 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Returning at 10.30 pm there was no available parking due to an outside booking. Excellent reception staff ,- especially the one who moved her car to provide a space for me. Floors not hoovered, faux leather chair split, paint peeling from ceiling, hairs in bath and on tiles.

6

Williams

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was sufficient and clean. Noticed in the morning that the pillow Inslept on was mouldy! Pool was great

6

Graham

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet not flushed, dirty towels hanging everywhere and lots of dead wasps on the window-sill. Spoke to reception - no apology or anything. Just told us to collect some towels when we next went past. Tired place but over-priced at £140. Really big room and v comfy bed though.

10

Steve

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, pleasant atmosphere

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, but the decor is dated, with repeated issues around weak or temperamental showers, very warm rooms without air conditioning, and occasional noise from nearby equipment. In room tech can be basic.

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6

Sydelle

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall a clean & comfortable bedroom & friendly staff. The room was extremely warm with no aircon or fans sadly. I was at the back of the property I think & the main window opened out over a flat roof with air vents so it was a bit noisy & warm air coming out of them. The cooked breakfast is a little expensive in my opinion for the cafe quality. The pool looks like it could do with some attention too, some green moss building up in a few places around the edges.

10

Hilary

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff, clean room, quiet. Bed needs to be upgraded.

6

shelagh

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Big rooms comfy bed tired bathroom . Friendly staff good location

6

Andrew

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a nice hotel located close to the centre of Shaftesbury and easy access from the main road. Even though we booked a room with multiple beds (we assumed this was a twin room); it turned out to be a room with a double bed and a cot (I guess 2 beds) but not ideal when sharing with your mother! The room was very hot as well as we could turn off the radiator in the bathroom. Nice breakfast and pool though.

8

David

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay. Our room was comfortable and spacious. The restaurant food was lovely.

8

Kevin

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Within easy walking distance to the town centre. Noisy generator outside the building adjacent to room.

6

T

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dated rooms, mainly clean but in need of modernising. TV was small and basic, no HD. Shower over bath with curtain.

8

Margaret

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant staff. Room warm. Bed comfortable and clean. Furnishings very tired and dated.

6

Miss

24 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was like a hot house, ghastly attached bath/shower gel which one could not reach from a bathing position. No pressure from shower head for an actual shower, iron burns on the carpet. Had a terrible night. Nice night manager and good sized towels

6

bryn

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

WiFi useless very poor signal whoever you tried it. and unsecured network so unable to use for business. Shower not working properly scalding or freezing. No inbetween. Tv hit and miss works sometimes not others. Looks a bit run down from outside. But inside was clean. Evening meal was very good. But full English breakfast was sub standard. I sausage without taste 1 rasher of overcooked bacon 1 mushroom with no taste whatsoever half a small tomato and 2 poached eggs (as requested.)One cooked to solid the other undercooked and slimy. The black pudding was the size of a 50ppeice and tasted like it had been cooked in engine oil. The toast and has browns were great. The coffee was from a multi use machine and was foul. It was so bitter I couldn’t drink it. Saying that the staff I encountered were excellent. Would I stay again? No not at that price.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. A few guests experienced slow breakfast service or miscommunication at reception, but most interactions are positive.

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10

Dave

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff friendly

4

Amy

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

reception staff nice, room was nice but was told the continental breakfast was free and to help ourselves but then on departure had to pay for it

10

Brenda

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff are outstanding. Very friendly and helpful.

8

Sarah

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and helpful staff

10

Mike

11 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I found the Hotel to have very friendly, helpful staff and I thought the room was good value for money.

8

Connie-Louise

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly staff, accommodating, great food for both dinner and breakfast. Large room, plenty of towels, lots of choice for teas/coffee. The pool was lovely and warm, great for all ages. A few tiles were a little run down around the pool and windows were cloudy but this was minor. I would also advise descaler/filter for the kettle.

10

Lisa

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful, quiet and clean. The staff were FANTASTIC. I would highly recommend

6

Graham

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet not flushed, dirty towels hanging everywhere and lots of dead wasps on the window-sill. Spoke to reception - no apology or anything. Just told us to collect some towels when we next went past. Tired place but over-priced at £140. Really big room and v comfy bed though.

6

Martin

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast took an hour. Run by One person who was happier singing and doing dishes than serving and cooking.... Not Impressed.

8

Zoe

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel is a little tired, but I've never stayed anywhere where the staff have been more accommodating! Everyone went above & beyond, Thankyou, The West family.

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Location

Convenient for Shaftesbury, with easy access to the town centre and local sights, and generally quiet surroundings. Many found it easy to find and within a short walk of amenities.

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10

Nigel

5 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A very comfortable stay, convenient for Shaftesbury town centre and the famous Gold Hill.

8

savita

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a good stay for the price with access to swimming pool and proximity to Shaftesbury High street. Rooms are spacious and comfortable.

8

Kevin

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Within easy walking distance to the town centre. Noisy generator outside the building adjacent to room.

8

Harry

27 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location

10

Dolores

4 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was good.

8

Sara

28 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A convenient location and good food: a comfortable stay.

8

Krunal

17 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and tidy hotel, friendly staff and quiet area with walk-in distance street restaurants and pubs.

8

Pauline

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel easy to find. Twin room comfortable. Food good

6

Debra

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall we were somewhat disappointed with our hotel room in Shaftesbury. While the room and bed were large it wasn’t particularly comfortable. The bathroom floor was dirty in places and our bed was really only just pulled up rather than made properly. There was a very strong smell of chlorine from the indoor pool as you walked down the corridor. Thank goodness there were mobile fans in our hallway which we turned on every day that we stayed. On the positive side parking was just outside and the hotel was very convenient to the sights of Shaftesbury. It was also quiet.

10

Kay

4 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room, large and clean with comfortable bed, nice clean bathroom. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Food was good, breakfast cooked to order and lots of choice. The location of the Hotel is great for Shaftesbury town, a 12 minute walk takes you to the centre. We really liked it. We didn’t use the pool but it looks nice, although it seemed to be constantly used by locals mainly. Overall very happy

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Dining

Breakfast and dinners receive plenty of praise for taste and choice, but experiences vary. Some guests report slow service, limited service hours, or variable breakfast quality and charges.

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10

Alan

16 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Over all excellent stay, no hassle booking in or out, staff very friendly and helpful, breakfast was 1st class

8

Tina

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

8

wayne

23 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

breakfast not good on this occasion

4

Amy

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

reception staff nice, room was nice but was told the continental breakfast was free and to help ourselves but then on departure had to pay for it

8

David

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay. Our room was comfortable and spacious. The restaurant food was lovely.

10

Tracey

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All was ok staff friendly, breakfast menu excellent

8

Connie-Louise

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly staff, accommodating, great food for both dinner and breakfast. Large room, plenty of towels, lots of choice for teas/coffee. The pool was lovely and warm, great for all ages. A few tiles were a little run down around the pool and windows were cloudy but this was minor. I would also advise descaler/filter for the kettle.

6

Martin

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast took an hour. Run by One person who was happier singing and doing dishes than serving and cooking.... Not Impressed.

6

bryn

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

WiFi useless very poor signal whoever you tried it. and unsecured network so unable to use for business. Shower not working properly scalding or freezing. No inbetween. Tv hit and miss works sometimes not others. Looks a bit run down from outside. But inside was clean. Evening meal was very good. But full English breakfast was sub standard. I sausage without taste 1 rasher of overcooked bacon 1 mushroom with no taste whatsoever half a small tomato and 2 poached eggs (as requested.)One cooked to solid the other undercooked and slimy. The black pudding was the size of a 50ppeice and tasted like it had been cooked in engine oil. The toast and has browns were great. The coffee was from a multi use machine and was foul. It was so bitter I couldn’t drink it. Saying that the staff I encountered were excellent. Would I stay again? No not at that price.

10

Kay

4 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room, large and clean with comfortable bed, nice clean bathroom. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Food was good, breakfast cooked to order and lots of choice. The location of the Hotel is great for Shaftesbury town, a 12 minute walk takes you to the centre. We really liked it. We didn’t use the pool but it looks nice, although it seemed to be constantly used by locals mainly. Overall very happy

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Month	Average price
January	US$84
February	US$88
March	US$100
April	US$114
May	US$114
June	US$119
July	US$124
August	US$134
September	US$132
October	US$112
November	US$97
December	US$115

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6 $128	7 $174	8 $181	9 $170	10 $166	11 $160	12
13 $106	14 $218	15 $170	16 $151	17 $192	18 $212	19
20 $135	21 $148	22 $151	23 $151	24 $141	25 $160	26 $189
27 $107	28 $140	29 $151	30 $151

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $129	2 $172	3 $183
4 $101	5 $130	6 $138	7 $141	8 $106	9 $173	10 $187
11 $96	12 $128	13 $138	14 $138	15 $108	16 $134	17 $134
18 $105	19 $128	20 $138	21 $141	22 $134	23 $134	24 $149
25 $106	26 $128	27 $138	28 $138	29 $106	30 $117	31 $127

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