Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Luxury Boutique Hotel in Lyme Regis
Nestled on the hillside overlooking Lyme Bay, we are a small coastal boutique hideaway offering a tranquil oasis set in stunning gardens with breathtaking sea views. Established in 1901, our independent, family-owned 25-bedroom hotel upholds long-standing traditions of hospitality while blending historic charm with modern comforts. Our team prioritises guest satisfaction through personalised services, including luxury treatments, locally sourced dining, and tailored experiences for special occasions.We are committed to environmental stewardship within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lyme Bay, balancing sustainability with high standards of guest comfort. With individually designed rooms, award-winning cuisine, and proximity to Dorset's attractions, we provide a timeless haven of English peace and charm.
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Award-Winning Restaurant
Wedding Venues
Treatment Room
Local Experiences
Details
- Year established: 1901
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for over 30 years with deep local knowledge
- Award-winning restaurant serving locally sourced seafood
- Personalised wedding services with sea-view venues
- Luxury treatments in our dedicated treatment room
- Sustainable practices within a UNESCO World Heritage Site
What people say
Spectacular coastal views
Excellent locally sourced meals
Personalised service
Breathtaking historic setting
Attentive staff
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 25 individually designed rooms combine traditional English style with modern comforts, featuring super king beds, Egyptian cotton bedding, and vegan bathroom products. Most rooms offer breathtaking sea views across Lyme Bay, with special amenities for celebrations and dietary needs. The historic setting provides a tranquil base for exploring Dorset's attractions.
Award-Winning Restaurant
The Ammonite Restaurant serves seasonal menus showcasing West Country produce, including freshly caught seafood prepared by our talented chefs. Guests can enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea, or dinner in our Orangery with Jurassic Coast views. Special dietary requirements are accommodated with advance notice.
Wedding Venues
We offer fully licensed spaces for civil ceremonies, vow renewals, and receptions with dramatic sea views and private gardens. Our tailored wedding packages include accommodation, dining, and event coordination. The historic setting and Jurassic Coast backdrop create memorable photo opportunities.
Treatment Room
Our treatment room provides luxury therapies using essential oils, including hot stone massages and aromatherapy. The space offers a peaceful retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation, complementing the hotel's tranquil atmosphere.
Local Experiences
We arrange private fossil hunting trips, guided walks, and adventure activities like scuba diving and hot air balloon rides. Our team provides maps and recommendations for exploring the Jurassic Coast and nearby attractions.
Questions
What makes The Alexandra unique?
We combine historic Georgian architecture with modern comforts, offering sea-view rooms, award-winning local cuisine, and personalised service in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Do you have parking facilities?
We offer limited courtyard parking at £10 per night with advance booking. A nearby public car park is also available.
Can you cater for special dietary needs?
Our chefs accommodate dietary requirements with advance notice, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly options.
Are pets allowed?
Dogs are welcome in our gardens, bar, and sitting room but not in guest rooms.
Do you host weddings?
Yes, we offer fully licensed venues for ceremonies and receptions with tailored packages including accommodation and dining.
What local attractions do you recommend?
We suggest fossil hunting, Jurassic Coast walks, Lyme Regis Museum visits, and guided tours arranged through our concierge.
Reviews (6)
Saurabh Baliyan
May 26, 2022
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Wonderful location really good view of the Harbour from back side, really friendly and helpful staff, please try to book in advance.
Cyndy Anderson
May 24, 2022
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This wasn't the biggest room but it was very well appointed. The soaps are lovely, the coffee and tea in the room was delicious. And the TP was great too!
Philippe Duttley
May 21, 2022
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Beware when booking! I tried to book a room for my son and myself. Entered my credit card credentials in the booking form on the website. Never heard anything back from them. Tried to call them at least 6 times and left various messages. Never got any reply. Highly unprofessional staff if not even a scam! After I wrote this review above, the hotel owner asked me to write them back to "manager@.".
So I did. This is the answer that I got back! "Many thanks for your email. We apologise if there is a delay with our reply to you but we are extremely busy at the present time. Please bare with us, your understanding is much appreciated. We will reply as soon as we are able. Very best wishes From the Alexandra Team" Exactly the same message you get when you try to call the hotel by phone. The Hotel Alexandra Team certainly knows how to frustrate potential new guests "while they are extremely busy". I really don't get what they are doing!
So I did. This is the answer that I got back! "Many thanks for your email. We apologise if there is a delay with our reply to you but we are extremely busy at the present time. Please bare with us, your understanding is much appreciated. We will reply as soon as we are able. Very best wishes From the Alexandra Team" Exactly the same message you get when you try to call the hotel by phone. The Hotel Alexandra Team certainly knows how to frustrate potential new guests "while they are extremely busy". I really don't get what they are doing!
Eleanor Laurence
May 03, 2022
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Went just for lunch. The location was lovely with amazing views but food was only average. For the price it wasn't exceptional but was ok.
Peter Tomlinson
Apr 11, 2022
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Afternoon tea was very good and almost too much food. Everything was delicious and extra cream/ jam was available for the scones. Tea and coffee refilled when asked. Stunning setting looking over the lawns and out to sea. Swing seat in the garden to help it all go down. The reason for only 4 stars was that there was no parking on site, and we weren't offered any different types of tea/ coffee, yet other people were when they arrived, so quite varied service from the staff.
Sam Norton
Apr 03, 2022
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Wonderful old hotel with great seevice and fab gardens with views out to sea. Just simply classy in all aspects. I would highly recommend.