High on a greensand hill above the Blackmore Vale, the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel keeps a country retreat in its own grounds on the edge of Shaftesbury, England, a former Georgian monastery that carries its centuries lightly. The setting looks out a long way over Thomas Hardy country, a quiet hold on the edge of the old town.
Inside there is an indoor pool and a sauna for grey afternoons, the Byzant Restaurant for dinner, and the Country Bar for a quiet drink by the fire, with comfortable bedrooms in a calm country setting. The cobbled drop of Gold Hill is a short walk into town, and the vale opens out below. Salisbury and Stonehenge lie a short drive east, with Sherborne and its abbey close to the west and Cranborne Chase rolling away beyond. Walk down to the foot of Gold Hill early, before the day-trippers, for the view that put the town on every postcard. Book your stay at the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel and let the hilltop and the vale set the pace.
0.01 mile(s) from Shaftesbury Town, founded over 1,000 years ago by King Alfred, Shaftesbury is one of England¿s most charming and historic market towns. Famous for it's picturesque Gold Hill. It¿s also home to Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Gold Hill Museum and Garden.
4.00 mile(s) from Stourhead House & Gardens, a breathtaking 18th century landscape garden with lakeside walks, grottos and classic temples. Climb the King Alfread¿s Tower, for amazing vistas.
8.00 mile(s) from Wardour Castle, Old Wardour Castle is a stunning French-style luxurious residence, built in the 14th century for comfort and lavish entertainment.
20.00 mile(s) from Longleat Safari and Adventure, England's number one safari park. So much to see and do, you may need two days to see and do everything.
21.00 mile(s) from Yeovil Town Football Club
22.00 mile(s) from Salisbury City and Cathedral, visit this medieval city with a wealth of attractions to guarantee a great day out. Britain¿s finest medieval cathedral is home to the best preserved of only 4 surviving 1215 Magna Carta.
25.00 mile(s) from Stonehenge, after 5,000 years the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is still a unique and awe-inspiring place to visit, but it¿s exact purpose remains a mystery.
27.00 mile(s) from Farmer Palmers Farm Park, one of the South's leading attractions. Plenty of exciting things for the young family to do and take part in.
29.00 mile(s) from Monkey World, fun for all the family. This fantastic park gets bigger and bigger every year. Home to all types of monkey and other wild animals
29.00 mile(s) from The Tank Museum, follow the story of the tank from it's invention in 1915 through to the present day and the future. You will see 35 of the most important tanks in history housed in a vast state of the art multimedia exhibition.
34.00 mile(s) from Bath Rugby Team
43.00 mile(s) from Portland National Sail Academy
Dining
Onsite, Byzant, casual dining, International, Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Monday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., the traditionally decorated restaurant is named after a local festival dating back through the years. Savor the culinary tradition that takes hearty inspiration from the diverse and local ingredients and produce of an English growing year.
Country Bar/lounge, on premises, serves bar snacks, meals and drinks open 10:30 to 11:00
Nearby Cities
21 mile(s) from Salisbury
22 mile(s) from Yeovil
34 mile(s) from Bournemouth
43 mile(s) from Bridgwater
45 mile(s) from Southampton
55 mile(s) from Winchester
Shopping
1.00 mile(s) from Shaftesbury High Street
Transportation
4 mile(s) from Gillingham railway station
100 mile(s) from London Gatwick
4 mile(s) from Gillingham bus station
19 mile(s) from Bournemouth Airport
40 mile(s) from Bristol Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel offer breakfast?
The Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel offers breakfast at a nominal charge.
Q. Is the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel Pet Friendly?
Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel for full details.
Q. What time is Check-in at the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?
Check-in time at the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel is 03:00 P.M.
Q. What time is Check-out at the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel?
Check-out time at the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel is 11:00 A.M.
Q. Does the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, we offer free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and all guest rooms.
Q. Does the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel have a pool?
No, we do not have a pool
Q. Does the Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel have a fitness center?