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Holidays in Weymouth

There's a reason Weymouth fills up first every summer. Here's how to find the right place to stay — and what to do once you've dropped the bags. A grand Georgian bay with safe, shallow sands. Set in Dorset, it makes a brilliant base whether you're here for a week or a quick escape.

Holiday ideas in Weymouth

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Beach water quality

Official Environment Agency classifications for designated bathing waters near Weymouth.

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Pigsty Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 2

£590 per break

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Sunray Cottages - The Milk Palour

🏖️ 1.55 miles from Bowleaze Cove (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 2

£1,001 per break

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Stable Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 2

£590 per break

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Sunray Cottages - Lambs Tail

🏖️ 1.54 miles from Bowleaze Cove (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 2

£1,222 per break

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Thatcher's Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 4

£771 per break

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Jasmine Cottage

🏖️ 1.6 miles from Bowleaze Cove (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 8

£941 per break

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White Sands Cottage

🏖️ 2.52 miles from Bowleaze Cove (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 5

£387 per break

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Glenmore Gardens

🏖️ 0.71 miles from Weymouth Central (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 6

£433 per break

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Old Milking Parlour

🏖️ 1.57 miles from Bowleaze Cove (Good water quality)

Weymouth, South West England

Sleeps 6

£617 per break

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Barnyard

✓ Single-storey cottage with level access throughout

Sherborne, South West England

Sleeps 6

£1,017 per break

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Hardy Country Park

Weymouth

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East Fleet Farm Touring Park

🏖️ 2.58 miles from Portland Harbour Sandsfoot Castle (Excellent water quality)

Weymouth

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Portesham Dairy Farm Campsite

✓ Family-run campsite in West Dorset countryside on the Jurassic coast route

Weymouth

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Clifton Hotel

🏖️ a few minutes' walk from Weymouth Central (Good water quality)

Weymouth

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The Aqua

🏖️ 1.99 miles from Portland Harbour Sandsfoot Castle (Excellent water quality)

Weymouth

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Keeper's Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 4

£842 per break

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Penn House Hotel

✓ Overlooks Weymouth Bay in an idyllic seafront location

🏖️ 0.29 miles from Weymouth Central (Good water quality)

Weymouth

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Milkmaid's Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 2

£590 per break

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Shepherd's Cottage

🏖️ 2.65 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Bridport, South West England

Sleeps 5

£814 per break

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The Manor House

🏖️ 2.96 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)

Weymouth

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Tamarisk Hotel Apartments

🏖️ 0.43 miles from Weymouth Central (Good water quality)

Weymouth

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Where to stay in Weymouth

The right base depends on your crew: couples tend to love a cottage with a view, families get the most from a holiday park's pools and kids' clubs, and campers and caravanners are spoilt for choice. We list them side by side here, with live links through to each operator to book.

When to go

Book early for August — the best-located stays go months in advance. Shoulder season (May–June and September–October) is when regulars travel: quieter beaches and attractions, softer prices, same scenery.

Frequently asked questions

When is the cheapest time to visit Weymouth?

Outside school holidays — typically late September to early May. Many stays cost 30–50% less than in August, and attractions are quieter too.

Is Weymouth good for families?

Yes — filter the listings above by family-friendly facilities like pools, kids' clubs and playgrounds, and check the things-to-do guide for rainy-day options before you book.

How do I book a stay in Weymouth?

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