Places to stay in Charlestown, Dorset

Charlestown is a suburb of Weymouth in Dorset situated in the west of the town beside The Fleet. The town is in Chickerell parish and West Dorset district, rather than Weymouth and Portland borough. Places to eat in the region include Little Sea Fish Bar, Alf's, Turks Head Inn, and Admiral Hardy.

The center of Charlestown ( which is at is longitude -2°29'38.009 and latitude 50°36'44.766 ) is located 1 mile away from Chickerell, 2 miles away from Lansdowne, 2 miles away from Weymouth and 4 miles away from Upwey.

Available Charlestown lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Charlestown.

Charlestown Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Bed & Breakfasts

Esplanade Hotel

Approx 3 miles away in Weymouth:

The Esplanade is situated in a prime sea front Georgian terrace built in 1835 overlooking the beautiful "Weymouth Bay". The Esplanade is non-smoking and has been awarded AA 4 Star Guest Accommodation offering superb B&B and close to all Weymouth's amenities.
141 The Esplanade
Weymouth, Dorset
Bed & Breakfasts

Sundene Guest House

Approx 2 miles away in Weymouth:

B and B in Weymouth at Sundene Guest House just off of Weymouth harbour and only 5 minutes walk from Weymouth’s beautiful sandy beach and esplanade and Weymouth town centre. At Sundene Guest House we have 4 en suite rooms available for .....
30 Alma Road
Weymouth, Dorset
Bed & Breakfasts

B+B Weymouth

Approx 2 miles away in Weymouth:

The B plus B Weymouth is perfectly located on the seafront in the heart of Weymouth Dorset. It is a privately-owned boutique style Bed and Breakfast offering guests 4 star accommodation. It has 23 bedrooms and one 3-bedroom self-contained apartment.
68 The Esplanade
Weymouth, Dorset

Charlestown Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Pebble Bank Caravan Park, Weymouth
Listing updated 2026
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Pebble Bank Caravan Park

Approx 2 miles away in Weymouth:

Pebble Bank Caravan Park is situated less than two miles from Weymouth town centre, and its Blue Flag Award beach. We are close to the coastal footpath, on the heritage coast, and the famous Chesil Beach which runs from Portland to Abbotsbury, in .....
90 Camp Road
Weymouth, Dorset
Holiday Parks

Waterside Holiday Park & Spa

Approx 4 miles away in Weymouth:

Like you, we at Waterside Holiday Park, Dorset, put great importance on family and friends, on celebrations and shared experiences.
Bowleaze Coveway
Weymouth, Dorset
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Bagwell Farm Touring Park

Approx 2 miles away in Chickerell:

Bagwell Farm is at the heart of one of Britain’s most beautiful and celebrated landscapes and a great base for your Dorset holiday. Open all year, for touring caravans, motor-homes and tents you’ll find a warm welcome and all you’d expect of a four-star park.
Knights In The Bottom
Chickerell, Dorset
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Charlestown

Photograph of Finns, Weymouth
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Turks Head Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 6 East Street, Chickerell, 1 mile from the center of Charlestown. Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Chickerell town along the coast of Weymouth. Here at The Turks Head, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. www.theturksheaddorset.co.uk Link

Hamiltons Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 4-5 Brunswick Terrace, Weymouth, 2 miles from the center of Charlestown. Hamiltons is located in Brunswick terrace, an outstandingly well preserved Georgian terrace situated near Greenhill on Weymouth seafront, with a stunning view of Weymouth bay. The business was originally established in 1965 by Domenico D’Agostino from Monte Cassino in Italy as an ice cream parlour and café. It is now in the hands of his two sons, Marco and Ernesto, and is very much a family concern. During the day you can still purchase anything from a cappuccino to a delicious Home-made pasta dish, however in the evening the premises transform into a stylish a la carte restaurant. hamiltonsrestaurant.co.uk Link

Marlboro Restaurant ( Dining / Fish & Chips ). Located at 46 St. Thomas Street, Weymouth, 2 miles from the center of Charlestown. The #1 Fish & Chip Restaurant / Takeaway in Weymouth. marlbororestaurant.co.uk Link

The White Hart ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). The White Hart is a great local pub in the heart of the community, with friendly service and honest pricing. Fantastic menu and selection of drinks to suit all. www.greeneking.co.uk Link

Crab House Cafe ( Dining / Seafood ). We are situated in a breathtaking part of Dorset, looking out over Chesil beach. We have our own Portland Oyster beds just a stones throw from the restaurant so you can enjoy fresh Oysters on your table within minutes of them leaving the water! www.crabhousecafe.co.uk Link

The Crow’s Nest In The Square ( / Tapas ). Located at 3 Hope Square, Weymouth, 2 miles from the center of Charlestown. We pride ourselves on serving fresh, home-cooked Spanish style Tapas dishes, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients (where possible). crowsnestweymouth.com Link