Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out may be available for a fee of GBP 25.00, subject to availability.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities. However, specific details on accessible rooms and bathrooms are not mentioned.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Brockenhurst, on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Lymington Pier Ferry Port. It is approximately 6.7 miles from Beaulieu National Motor Museum and 7.8 miles from New Forest Wildlife Park.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there are both indoor and outdoor swimming pools available. The seasonal outdoor pool is open from May 20 to September 15, and pool access is available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. However, specific details regarding the minimum age for children to stay for free are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 25.00 per night, and rollaway beds can be provided for a fee of GBP 30.00 per night. Advance request or confirmation is required for both.

Balmer Lawn Hotel in Brockenhurst, UK

Average nightly price at Balmer Lawn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$161
February	$172
March	$177
April	$193
May	$212
June	$222
July	$249
August	$252
September	$242
October	$189
November	$163
December	$190

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Balmer Lawn stands out for its friendly, attentive staff, scenic New Forest setting, and well liked food—especially generous breakfasts—along with a relaxed, dog friendly, family friendly atmosphere in attractive grounds.

Rooms draw mixed feedback, with several noting dated decor, smaller spaces, occasional noise from upstairs, and maintenance or cleanliness niggles. Facilities such as the spa and pools are popular, but some mention refurbishment or tired areas and inconsistent pool heating. A few guests also found pricing high for the room quality and certain extras, and service in the bar/restaurant can be slow at busy times. Expect a welcoming stay in a beautiful location with good leisure options, but check room type and spa details if these matter.

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Facilities

Guests frequently enjoy the indoor/outdoor pools, spa, sauna/jacuzzi and family friendly spaces; parking is convenient. However, several note refurbishment or tired areas and inconsistent pool heating.

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jodie

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the hotel is tired the standard room we were given was terrible . the bar is nice and the breakfast was great again the pool needs a refit and i think its very poor that u have to pay to use the spa when your staying ..staff were friendly but wouldnt return

10

Elaine

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really comfortable room. Lovely area - I’ve stayed before and deliberately chose to return here to this hotel. Nice to have the pool and jacuzzi.

8

Nev

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lined the building and grounds, and the walk to Brockenhurst was around 15 minutes. Lined the facilities, though we didn’t see a gym there. Not so good was that the outside pool was taken over by children and wasn’t really somewhere that adults could swim properly in.

8

Nicola

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were amazing, every single person we interacted with. The hotel was lovely, although the room was a little dated. We also found 2 x head hairs on the bedsheet. Pillows quite hard / lumpy. The spa was really nice and the staff there were great. The pools, both inside and out were NOT heated despite the website / booking saying they would be and the staff at check in advised us. Overall a lovely stay but a few little things would have meant a 5 star review rather than the 4 star I am giving it.

10

John

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is located in lovely position with extensive grounds. The Spa facilities were excellent and the food ( especially) the breakfast was very good. Highly recommended.

10

Nicholas

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and well maintained rooms with comfortable bed. Food was excellent, especially the breakfast. The facilities were great, using the outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna.

10

Elaine

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A lovely hotel in the beautiful New Forest. Dog friendly and seemed very popular. Decorated nicely and some modern fabric choices on furnishings. Relaxed completely in the pool and sauna and felt invigorated by the hot tub. Would stay again if I could afford it, but it is a little pricey for my budget.

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Claire

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The weekend was all about the spa, and when we arrived the spa was having refurbish so there was noisy drilling going on and treatments had to be moved to a bedroom in some circumstances. The spa is really tired and the toilets and showers weren't working. All of this was communicated by signage at the venue but nothing was mentioned on booking. I rang up to ask about spa use and it wasn't mentioned then either. As I was booking specifically for a relaxing spa weekend, I would have chosen somewhere else had I know they had renovation work ongoing until April. The food was lovely and the staff were great. The superior room was nice, but superior isn't nescafe sachets and uht milk unfortunately.

8

Sue

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Staff very friendly. Lovely to have a heated outdoor pool. 2 options for eating: restaurant or bar area. Food was very good ( excellent fish and chips) and it was lovely to sit outside watching the horses .

8

Marcus

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I would recommend this place. Great location. Very easy to get to places nearby by bike or walking. Very friendly staff. Amazing kids room with varieties of games for all ages.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many found rooms clean and well maintained, while others reported hairs on bedding, marks and wear, and some bathrooms needing a deeper clean.

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Nicholas

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrival - good. Simone looked after us well and we managed to check in early. Afternoon Tea - good. Honestly, for me I would prefer to be asked whether I wished to dial up the savoury or the sweet as this offering was too sweet for me especially the chocolate ganache Bedroom - ok. Bed linen had black mark on sheet. Bed frame had wear marks, shower glass had water marks, shower fixture was loose. We were in Room 3 - the noise from upstairs gave the impression there was a baby elephant stamping above us - not conducive to a relaxed environment. Breakfast- good. Fair selection on offer - surprised to hear Capuccino was a supplement, but ok. Bar - good. Enjoyed the music and the bar staff were helpful and sat in the tent and used heaters Pool - good. Changing facilities good too. Parking - good. No issue finding a space on site. Checkout - I do not recall going to a hotel that had a 10:30 am checkout time especially on a Sunday morning.

6

Hannah

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and breakfast provided a good selection. Room was quite dated and there could have been more attention to detail on the cleaning. Location was great.

6

Pamela

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Quite disappointed by this stay. The position of th hotel is lovely but the hotel itself has many issues. Extraction fan going 24 hours. Spoke to reception on 4 occasions but it was turned off over night only once. I gave up in the end as I was getting no support from staff. Superior room was poor. Bathroom not very clean Products in bathroom had no branding and looked cheap in brown containers. No idea what it was. Pillows hard No fridge No safe For the price I would expect better Only one menu although advertising 2 restaurants. Some staff good some a little disinterested. 3 billing errors in 3 transactions

8

Anne

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room could have been cleaner. Some other guests were very loud which spoiled our meal

8

Nicola

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were amazing, every single person we interacted with. The hotel was lovely, although the room was a little dated. We also found 2 x head hairs on the bedsheet. Pillows quite hard / lumpy. The spa was really nice and the staff there were great. The pools, both inside and out were NOT heated despite the website / booking saying they would be and the staff at check in advised us. Overall a lovely stay but a few little things would have meant a 5 star review rather than the 4 star I am giving it.

10

Nicholas

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and well maintained rooms with comfortable bed. Food was excellent, especially the breakfast. The facilities were great, using the outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna.

8

Deborah

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location, very clean and staff could not be more helpful some areas of the hotel, room and leisure facilities need updating but other than that a wonderful stay

6

Stephanie

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was ok but for a four star hotel and for the price we paid we found the room small and it was quite run down. The food and drinks outside were lovely, it made a really enjoyable afternoon. The service was quite slow but that wasn’t a big deal.

10

Richard

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The restaurant was excellent all the staff were nicely dress and very efficient, pricing was reasonable for this star hotel. Our room was lovely and clean with excellent bedding and towels. The spa is well worth a visit one of the best we have tried in recent months and the staff 1st class. Plenty of car parking but the reception forgot to make a note of my registration apart from that highly recommended. R Bristol

6

Donna

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is lovely with great facilities. The outdoor pool is wonderful. The staff are friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the room we stayed in was shabby. On check out we spoke to the manager about the damaged wallpaper, the crack in the sink, cracks in the bathroom tiles and the low water pressure. He told us that the room was on the list for refurbishment but they still charged £220 (or near enough) for the room which I think is unacceptable especially as their website says ‘high quality’. We had already paid on arrival so the manager said he couldn’t refund us anything. Quite disappointed as the hotel is in a great location with lovely facilities.

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Rooms

Comfort varies: some rooms are comfortable or offer nice views, but many mention dated decor, smaller sizes, weak shower pressure, poor sound insulation from upstairs, hard pillows, and occasional disappointing or obstructed views.

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Hannah

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and breakfast provided a good selection. Room was quite dated and there could have been more attention to detail on the cleaning. Location was great.

4

jodie

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the hotel is tired the standard room we were given was terrible . the bar is nice and the breakfast was great again the pool needs a refit and i think its very poor that u have to pay to use the spa when your staying ..staff were friendly but wouldnt return

10

Elaine

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really comfortable room. Lovely area - I’ve stayed before and deliberately chose to return here to this hotel. Nice to have the pool and jacuzzi.

6

Gina

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy room .could hear kids upstairs .

8

Isis

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful and it has great access to beautiful walks into the New Forest. Good was delicious. The facilities are great and staff tremendously friendly. We brought our dog and it was a great weekend getaway. Only downside was that our room was too hot, even if we didn’t have the heating on and had the windows open… the weather outside was actually cold-ish (7 degrees during the night) and still inside was very warm…

6

John

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We booked a balcony room but the view from the balcony was partially obscured by the roof of the bar below. It was difficult to find a waiter/barman to have a drink before dinner.

6

Stephanie

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was ok but for a four star hotel and for the price we paid we found the room small and it was quite run down. The food and drinks outside were lovely, it made a really enjoyable afternoon. The service was quite slow but that wasn’t a big deal.

8

Jonathan

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean and comfortable, only issues were lack of power points near the bed (for charging phones, using laptops, etc),bed side lamps would be more convenient for comfortable lighting, and also the bed seemed to be only standard size double when most these days are king size. However I must thank the staff for their help and consideration as I became quite ill overnight on our stay, they were very patient while my wife looked after me and organised our room for another night.

6

Christopher

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent hotel but overpriced compared to other options we have stayed at in brockenhurst. Expedia rate is high and didn’t include breakfast. We were made to feel grateful for being fed 3 times despite the high price! Not friendly and welcoming and room small and dated but great location. Better value for money options exist.

6

Donna

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is lovely with great facilities. The outdoor pool is wonderful. The staff are friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the room we stayed in was shabby. On check out we spoke to the manager about the damaged wallpaper, the crack in the sink, cracks in the bathroom tiles and the low water pressure. He told us that the room was on the list for refurbishment but they still charged £220 (or near enough) for the room which I think is unacceptable especially as their website says ‘high quality’. We had already paid on arrival so the manager said he couldn’t refund us anything. Quite disappointed as the hotel is in a great location with lovely facilities.

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Service

Service is generally very friendly and helpful across the hotel, with staff often going the extra mile. A few reviews cite slow bar/restaurant service or less welcoming interactions at busy times.

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john

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were so friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived till we left

8

Simon

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely venue. Food not up to scratch and too few staff on hand in the restaurant.

10

Ricky

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were great, food was great and the setting is beautiful.

8

Nigel

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Odd hotel layout. Bar service was slow but it was busy. Did not want to serve from the bar but for a while appeared only to be 1 person serving. Beds very comfortable. Dog friendly.

10

Bev

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent friendly service and atmosphere. Would definitely visit again

10

Jon

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Really friendly staff proving excellent service. Pool and outside facilities very family friendly and the hotel is in a wonderful setting. Fantastic breakfast as well. Second visit and we will return.

10

Elaine

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and helpfull staff, at reception, in the bar and restaurant. Excellent breakfast all the food was hot and the chocolate croissants were warm, really unusual in all the hotels we have stayed in over over several years. Gold star!

6

Christopher

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent hotel but overpriced compared to other options we have stayed at in brockenhurst. Expedia rate is high and didn’t include breakfast. We were made to feel grateful for being fed 3 times despite the high price! Not friendly and welcoming and room small and dated but great location. Better value for money options exist.

10

Suzanne

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We arrived in a heatwave and were given a room I didn’t feel comfortable in. The receptionist worked hard and found us a much bigger room with more windows to open. She also suppled us with an extra large fan which kept us cool at night. All the staff were extremely, friendly and efficient.

4

JV

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rundown and needs serious attention, staff were rude and everything felt like it was a big deal, no apologies for showers not working, dairy given despite specifying allergy, no apology.

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Location

The New Forest setting is a major highlight, with ponies and open grounds, easy walks to Brockenhurst, and handy access to events like the New Forest Show. Convenient for families and dog owners.

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Ruth

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect for attending the New Forest show, a 10 minute walk away through the woods, avoiding the traffic jams. The pools were lovely too

8

Amanda

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Perfect location to enjoy the New Forest Great for families, couples - and dogs! Friendly and efficient service - the staff are lovely. Would definitely stay here again

10

Victoria

Oct 24, 2024

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Lovely new forest property, well maintained, lovely quiet room with a good facilities, very clean. Great parking and great access to the forest for lesuire.

10

Sarah

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

With the new Forest ponies on the doorstep and a stream to paddle in - it’s a great location and super friendly staff too

8

Isis

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful and it has great access to beautiful walks into the New Forest. Good was delicious. The facilities are great and staff tremendously friendly. We brought our dog and it was a great weekend getaway. Only downside was that our room was too hot, even if we didn’t have the heating on and had the windows open… the weather outside was actually cold-ish (7 degrees during the night) and still inside was very warm…

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Aston

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Top quality hotel with great character I. The heart of new forest

10

Maria

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful setting, friendly staff, great restaurant.

10

Jon

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Really friendly staff proving excellent service. Pool and outside facilities very family friendly and the hotel is in a wonderful setting. Fantastic breakfast as well. Second visit and we will return.

10

Elaine

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A lovely hotel in the beautiful New Forest. Dog friendly and seemed very popular. Decorated nicely and some modern fabric choices on furnishings. Relaxed completely in the pool and sauna and felt invigorated by the hot tub. Would stay again if I could afford it, but it is a little pricey for my budget.

8

Marcus

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I would recommend this place. Great location. Very easy to get to places nearby by bike or walking. Very friendly staff. Amazing kids room with varieties of games for all ages.

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Dining

Breakfast and dining are widely praised for quality and taste. Some guests noted limited staffing or slower service at peak times and occasional supplements.

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Simon

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely venue. Food not up to scratch and too few staff on hand in the restaurant.

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Ricky

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were great, food was great and the setting is beautiful.

4

jodie

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the hotel is tired the standard room we were given was terrible . the bar is nice and the breakfast was great again the pool needs a refit and i think its very poor that u have to pay to use the spa when your staying ..staff were friendly but wouldnt return

10

John

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is located in lovely position with extensive grounds. The Spa facilities were excellent and the food ( especially) the breakfast was very good. Highly recommended.

10

Rachael

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice stay, very relaxing and food was incredible

10

Maria

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful setting, friendly staff, great restaurant.

10

Nicholas

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and well maintained rooms with comfortable bed. Food was excellent, especially the breakfast. The facilities were great, using the outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna.

10

Nicola

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely stay. Nice ambiance. Busy due to Easter weekend with lots of lovely dogs however service was brilliant with very friendly staff. Food delicious. Room was adequate but not a great view - a wall so that was a shame - I wonder how rooms are allocated? Bathroom was fine but very small. Thank you for a lovely stay.

10

Elaine

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and helpfull staff, at reception, in the bar and restaurant. Excellent breakfast all the food was hot and the chocolate croissants were warm, really unusual in all the hotels we have stayed in over over several years. Gold star!

8

Sue

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Staff very friendly. Lovely to have a heated outdoor pool. 2 options for eating: restaurant or bar area. Food was very good ( excellent fish and chips) and it was lovely to sit outside watching the horses .

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $183	2 $177	3 $190	4 $137	5 $137	6 $215	7 $307
8 $169	9 $152	10 $184	11 $179	12 $180	13 $201	14 $324
15 $147	16 $196	17 $201	18 $197	19 $146	20	21 $248
22 $185	23 $206	24 $153	25 $275	26 $147	27 $264	28 $325
29 $146	30 $140

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