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Recommended hotels in Dorset

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden beams, and large windows overlooking a forest.
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a door with a view, and a lamp.
A spacious dining area with wooden floors and tables, large windows with views of greenery, and exposed wooden beams.
A Adirondack chair facing a calm lake with a forested hill in the background.

1. Muskoka Waterfront Retreat

Muskoka Waterfront Retreat
Lake of Bays
Canada
Colleen
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Muskoka Waterfront Retreat
A lodge with a large building and a smaller structure, both illuminated, reflecting on a calm body of water, surrounded by trees.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a small pool, overlooking a lake with a forested shoreline.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

2. Algonquin Lakeside Resort

Algonquin Lakeside Resort
Algonquin Highlands
Canada
Paul
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Algonquin Lakeside Resort
Two park benches facing a lake with boats in the distance and a forested hill in the background.
A room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. It has large windows with a view of a lake and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden dresser, TV, and large windows overlooking a lake.
A living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, a television, and large windows.

3. Tally-Ho Inn

Tally-Ho Inn
Lake of Bays
Canada
Ian
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Tally-Ho Inn
A storefront with a wooden facade, a neon 'OPEN' sign, and flower planters on the sidewalk.
A sign for Dwight Village Motel with a vacant sign, surrounded by lush greenery and a playground.
A wooden building with a green balcony, red door, and flower boxes.
A cozy room with a patterned sofa, a wooden table, a window with a view of a red car and flowers, and a wall-mounted sign reading "Welcome to our home."

4. Dwight Village Motel

Dwight Village Motel
Lake of Bays
Canada
Michael
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Dwight Village Motel
A Knights Inn sign with a knight's helmet and sword logo, mounted on a metal pole against a clear sky.
A motel with a two-story structure, a covered front porch with outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.
A motel with a green roof, a flag, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a mirror, and a television.

5. Knights Inn Huntsville, ON

Knights Inn Huntsville, ON
Huntsville
Canada
Diane
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Knights Inn Huntsville, ON
A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense forest.
A kitchen with a large wooden island, white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a blue chair, and a painting of deer on the wall.
Three blue Adirondack chairs facing a lake with boats and houses in the background.

6. Fairy Bay Lakehouse

Fairy Bay Lakehouse
Huntsville
Canada
Karen
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Fairy Bay Lakehouse
A lakeside park with picnic tables, a fire pit, and a boat dock.
A lodge with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a wooden roof structure.
A dining table with plates of food, wine glasses, and a vase with a flower.
A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a boat docked by the water, and trees in the background.

7. Hidden Valley Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Hidden Valley Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Huntsville
Canada
CHRIS
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hidden Valley Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
A tent with a central bed and chairs around it.
A room with a bed covered by a canopy, wooden walls, and two bedside lamps.
A kitchen with wooden beams, a ceiling fan, a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave.
A stone pathway leading to a building with a dark facade.

8. Dwight Riverside Inn

Dwight Riverside Inn
Lake of Bays
Canada
Chris
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Dwight Riverside Inn
A log cabin interior with a large dining table, chairs, hanging lamps, and a cozy seating area.
A log cabin interior with a sofa, chairs, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.
A lakeside view with chairs and a tree, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.
A beach with lounge chairs, a dock with yellow boats, and a grassy area with trees.

9. Lakewoods Cottage Resort

Lakewoods Cottage Resort
Dwight
Canada
Eustaquio
AU$274
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Lakewoods Cottage Resort
A room with a fireplace, two chairs, a table with toiletries, and a painting above the fireplace.
A two-story building with a balcony, an 'Office' sign, and a flag.
A cozy interior with a wooden reception desk, a fireplace, and a display case with jewelry.
A reception area with a wooden cabinet displaying various items, a potted plant, and a painting of a tree with red leaves on the wall.

10. Rainbow Inn

Rainbow Inn
Huntsville
Canada
Zane
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Rainbow Inn
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Top Dorset Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn

Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Good clean hotel , good staff and decent breakfast"
Mohamad Rami 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Dorset?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Dorset is likely at the top of your sightseeing itinerary. During your visit, why not also discover the many sights to visit such as museums?
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Dorset?
Dorset is home to 28 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights in Dorset?
Dorset is notable for landmarks like Lake of Bays Marine Museum and Navigation Society. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower and Lake of Bays.
What is a historic hotel like in Dorset?
Guests who choose historic hotels have the opportunity to stay in a place recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — as long as it's of special interest. These types of hotels in Dorset often retain authentic elements like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Dorset have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Dorset, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.

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