Travelers can soak in magnificent views of Corfe Castle from this countryside retreat or venture out to explore the surrounding attractions after breakfast.
The Bankes Arms Hotel near the bay offers peaceful accommodations with breakfast service and an on-site coffee shop. Guests enjoy garden views and in-room WiFi. Practical amenities include luggage storage and complimentary newspapers.
Corfe Castle Village, a neighborhood in Wareham, is home to Bankes Arms Hotel. While the natural beauty of Lulworth Cove and Bournemouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Poole Harbour.
The Blue Pool and Tea House and Swanage Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Wareham travel guide
23 East Street, Corfe Castle, Wareham, England, BH20 5ED
What's nearby
Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Corfe Castle
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Swanage Beach
8 min drive - 10.1 km
Poole Harbour
23 min drive - 26.0 km
Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Corfe Castle Station
2 min walk
Southampton (SOU)
85 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Crust Pizzeria
7 min drive
Corfe Castle Tea Rooms
1 min walk
Kings Arms
6 min drive
The Old Granary
6 min drive
The Greyhound Inn
1 min walk
About this property
Bankes Arms Hotel
Inn near Corfe Castle
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Bankes Arms Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this inn include:
Free self parking
Free newspapers, luggage storage, and 1 meeting room
Smoke-free premises and concierge services
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Bankes Arms Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi, free newspapers, and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Cribs/infant beds, heating, and daily housekeeping
Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Family friendly
Crib (surcharge)
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Crib (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Bankes Arms Hotel
Bankes Arms Hotel Wareham
Bankes Arms Wareham
Bankes Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Is Bankes Arms Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bankes Arms Hotel?
As of 2026/3/13, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bankes Arms Hotel on 2026/3/15 start from NT$4,281, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bankes Arms Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Bankes Arms Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bankes Arms Hotel located?
Located in Corfe Castle Village, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Corfe Castle and Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum. The Blue Pool and Tea House and Isle of Purbeck are also within 3 mi (5 km). Corfe Castle Station is only a 2-minute walk and Wareham Norden Station is 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Bankes Arms Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 624 reviews
10 - Excellent
301
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 624 reviews
8 - Good
216
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 624 reviews
6 - Okay
70
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 624 reviews
4 - Poor
19
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 624 reviews
2 - Terrible
18
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robert
2026/1/22
Picture you’ve come off the road, your adventure into the castle on the hill is set for the next morning. You go into the warm inviting
Only stayed one night but for us location was excellent for visiting Corfe castle. Had dinner there and was great. The staff was very accommodating. only issue had was could not get hot water working. Would definitely stay there again.
Lovely place to stay.
Staff were great. Room was spacious and clean just a little too warm for me even with the radiators turned off.
We ate here too and the food was delicious especially the fish burger!
The room we had was clean, good size and bathroom big and shower very good .
The owners couldn’t be any nicer and nothing was troublesome for them
Breakfast was a big plus because it was piping hot and in a lovely room .
There was parking around the back but we didn’t have a car so can’t comment .
Eleanor
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
PHILIP
2025/4/14
Liked: Amenities
A great place for a short stay. The hotel is itself an historic building and the hotel is well run.
PHILIP
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Simon
2025/7/30
A little tired but comfy clean stay
Simon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Marilyn
2025/9/19
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, food first day was very good, great location for castle and reasonable prices. Good selection behind bar. A bit tired looking, and facilities need an upgrade. New owners in place since end of August, so I’m sure improvements will be made. Would still stay again if in the area
The property was fine, on a busy corner but well sound not a problem inside the room which. was of good size, breakfast was good and parking was easy, with plenty to see around the village, all in all a very good few days