The New Forest Inn
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The New Forest Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at The New Forest Inn in Lyndhurst, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World. This inn is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 1 mi (1.7 km) from New Forest Museum.
What's nearby
New Forest Museum(1.1 Miles)
River Test(1.7 Miles)
New Forest Golf Club(1.9 Miles)
Brockenhurst College(4.5 Miles)
SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel(4.6 Miles)
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary(4.9 Miles)
Bramshaw Golf Club(5 Miles)
New Forest Wildlife Park(5.3 Miles)
New Forest National Park(5.5 Miles)
Brockenhurst Manor Golf Club(5.7 Miles)
New Forest Museum(5.8 Miles)
Rufus Stone(5.9 Miles)
Eling Tide Mill(6.5 Miles)
Burley Park(6.7 Miles)
Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World(7 Miles)
Southampton (SOU)(15.4 Miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(19.3 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Hiking
Location
2 Boult Bee Cottages, Emery Down, Lyndhurst, New Forest District, England, United Kingdom
New Forest Museum (1.1 Miles)
River Test (1.7 Miles)
New Forest Golf Club (1.9 Miles)
Brockenhurst College (4.5 Miles)
SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel (4.6 Miles)
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (4.9 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 299 verified reviews
What guests think
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At The New Forest Inn, reviewers consistently praise the characterful pub setting in the heart of the forest, friendly and welcoming staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and hearty, well cooked food with generous breakfasts.
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At The New Forest Inn, reviewers consistently praise the characterful pub setting in the heart of the forest, friendly and welcoming staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and hearty, well cooked food with generous breakfasts.
Many found the location ideal for walking and wildlife, with ponies often passing outside. Common drawbacks include compact rooms, steep stairs to access them, limited parking (sometimes paid), and heat in warm weather due to no air conditioning; a few report small beds or occasional noise from kitchen-adjacent rooms. Overall, expect a cosy, traditional inn stay with excellent dining in a scenic setting.
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Facilities
Traditional pub with a popular restaurant, good beer and wine selection, and a pleasant garden. Parking is limited (sometimes paid) and access to rooms involves steep, narrow stairs.
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John
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely retreat of a pub. Rooms are sparkling clean, beautifully decorated and have plenty of room. A slight drawback is a very steep set of stairs although the lovely staff offered to help with luggage. Breakfast offered a good choice and a timing of 0815 - 1030 hrs. Dinner menu is extensive and very reasonably priced; a popular choice for locals. The pub itself is set in the heart of the forest and the laid back attitude of the staff is fitting to the rural ambience. We would stay here again.
A lovely retreat of a pub. Rooms are sparkling clean, beautifully decorated and have plenty of room. A slight drawback is a very steep set of stairs although the lovely staff offered to help with luggage. Breakfast offered a good choice and a timing of 0815 - 1030 hrs. Dinner menu is extensive and very reasonably priced; a popular choice for locals. The pub itself is set in the heart of the forest and the laid back attitude of the staff is fitting to the rural ambience. We would stay here again.
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Margaret
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An 18th Century pub, loads of character and staff were very friendly. Parking is a problem at the pub, however there is parking on the road which is well utilised. Breakfast was included, plenty of choice and a huge full English if you are doing a long walk! We stayed in the superior room which looked like it was newly refurbished and spacious.
An 18th Century pub, loads of character and staff were very friendly. Parking is a problem at the pub, however there is parking on the road which is well utilised. Breakfast was included, plenty of choice and a huge full English if you are doing a long walk! We stayed in the superior room which looked like it was newly refurbished and spacious.
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Ian
3 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a lovely place and the pub I see great. The food is very good and the garden lovely. The staff are very friendly and helpful. My only issue is that our room was over the kitchen and so was incredibly hot and stuffy. Had a fan but this didn't really do much. Overall a lovely stay just wish the room was cooler.
This is a lovely place and the pub I see great. The food is very good and the garden lovely. The staff are very friendly and helpful. My only issue is that our room was over the kitchen and so was incredibly hot and stuffy. Had a fan but this didn't really do much. Overall a lovely stay just wish the room was cooler.
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Charles
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Limited parking that cost £15, or street parking
Limited parking that cost £15, or street parking
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Adrian
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stop off, parking, extensive menu, nice room, plenty of seating jnside and out. Evening meal and breakfast both excellent.Would stay again.
Great stop off, parking, extensive menu, nice room, plenty of seating jnside and out. Evening meal and breakfast both excellent.Would stay again.
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Christopher
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely place to stay. Friendly staff (especially during the breakfast). Room was compact but lovely and clean. A lovely pub with a lovely garden. A fantastic breakfast, with an especially friendly staff member (morning of 08/07/2025). Thank you for there pleasant stay.
A lovely place to stay. Friendly staff (especially during the breakfast). Room was compact but lovely and clean. A lovely pub with a lovely garden. A fantastic breakfast, with an especially friendly staff member (morning of 08/07/2025). Thank you for there pleasant stay.
10
Amanda
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Bedroom very clean and big shower room with complimentary toiletries and fresh towels replaced during stay. Fresh bottled water and beverage making facilities in room also restocked. All staff cheerful and helpful. Good choice of breakfast and well cooked to order Can be a little tight to park when pub busy but didn't have a problem and our room was at front of Inn and would see ponies and cows wander by ... Great place for walking in forest ,would happily return....
Bedroom very clean and big shower room with complimentary toiletries and fresh towels replaced during stay. Fresh bottled water and beverage making facilities in room also restocked. All staff cheerful and helpful. Good choice of breakfast and well cooked to order Can be a little tight to park when pub busy but didn't have a problem and our room was at front of Inn and would see ponies and cows wander by ... Great place for walking in forest ,would happily return....
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Julia
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
10
Martin
24 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The whole experience was top quality from the moment we stepped in, beer selection in the bar was excellent (something for everyone) the room was super clean and cosy with everything you needed (shower was superb) bed was super comfy as well!! We also dined there in the evening with a great and varied choice on offer!!! Big up to the chef as the food was top quality. We will definitely be returning soon even if it’s just to dine out!!!
The whole experience was top quality from the moment we stepped in, beer selection in the bar was excellent (something for everyone) the room was super clean and cosy with everything you needed (shower was superb) bed was super comfy as well!! We also dined there in the evening with a great and varied choice on offer!!! Big up to the chef as the food was top quality. We will definitely be returning soon even if it’s just to dine out!!!
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Christine
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are consistently reported as very clean and well presented. A few guests noted worn or smelly hallways and common areas needing refresh.
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Marilyn
22 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely three night stay at the New Forest Inn. The staff were extremely friendly from the start and made us feel very welcome. Our room, the cosy double, while small was absolutely spotless and had everything we needed. The inclusive full English breakfast was generous and very tasty and food was available all day in the pub restaurant, with excellent choices. We have every intention of returning to this Inn for a relaxing break.
We had a lovely three night stay at the New Forest Inn. The staff were extremely friendly from the start and made us feel very welcome. Our room, the cosy double, while small was absolutely spotless and had everything we needed. The inclusive full English breakfast was generous and very tasty and food was available all day in the pub restaurant, with excellent choices. We have every intention of returning to this Inn for a relaxing break.
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Cheryl
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Nice little extras with toiletries and tea, coffee & biscuits and water in the room. Would defo return.
Lovely stay. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Nice little extras with toiletries and tea, coffee & biscuits and water in the room. Would defo return.
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John
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely retreat of a pub. Rooms are sparkling clean, beautifully decorated and have plenty of room. A slight drawback is a very steep set of stairs although the lovely staff offered to help with luggage. Breakfast offered a good choice and a timing of 0815 - 1030 hrs. Dinner menu is extensive and very reasonably priced; a popular choice for locals. The pub itself is set in the heart of the forest and the laid back attitude of the staff is fitting to the rural ambience. We would stay here again.
A lovely retreat of a pub. Rooms are sparkling clean, beautifully decorated and have plenty of room. A slight drawback is a very steep set of stairs although the lovely staff offered to help with luggage. Breakfast offered a good choice and a timing of 0815 - 1030 hrs. Dinner menu is extensive and very reasonably priced; a popular choice for locals. The pub itself is set in the heart of the forest and the laid back attitude of the staff is fitting to the rural ambience. We would stay here again.
10
Alexander
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was clean and tidy
Our room was clean and tidy
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Rebecca
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When I first turned up and was taken to the room I was a bit concerned that it would be a bit shabby, the hallway smells and the carpet is filthy, thankfully the bedroom was really nice. Lovely pub and my dinner was good. The girl checking me in was really friendly and helpful. The thing that really let my stay down was my bedroom was above the kitchen and the noise was terrible. I really wanted an early night but it felt like I was sleeping in the kitchen, the noise went on until 11.30pm. For that reason I would never stay again whilst working as it's too noisy.
When I first turned up and was taken to the room I was a bit concerned that it would be a bit shabby, the hallway smells and the carpet is filthy, thankfully the bedroom was really nice. Lovely pub and my dinner was good. The girl checking me in was really friendly and helpful. The thing that really let my stay down was my bedroom was above the kitchen and the noise was terrible. I really wanted an early night but it felt like I was sleeping in the kitchen, the noise went on until 11.30pm. For that reason I would never stay again whilst working as it's too noisy.
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Julia
3 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
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Stephen
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub with very friendly staff, had a meal in event which was very nice and breakfast was superb. Super clean room nicely decorated
Lovely pub with very friendly staff, had a meal in event which was very nice and breakfast was superb. Super clean room nicely decorated
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Joanne
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
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Fiona
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was spotlessly clean and cosy. The staff were all friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent.
The room was spotlessly clean and cosy. The staff were all friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent.
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GJ
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are at the top of an awful looking manky staircase, which didn't bode well, but the room was clean. It was small and very hot due to no a/c and warm weather. The common area/hal desperately needs refreshing. Breakfast was OK. Overall, it feels a bit like it needs some tlc.
Rooms are at the top of an awful looking manky staircase, which didn't bode well, but the room was clean. It was small and very hot due to no a/c and warm weather. The common area/hal desperately needs refreshing. Breakfast was OK. Overall, it feels a bit like it needs some tlc.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and characterful but often compact, with some small showers and beds; several note modern refurbishments. Multiple reports mention rooms getting very hot in warm weather and a few note noise from kitchen side rooms.
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Brenda
22 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were very modern but a little bit small
The rooms were very modern but a little bit small
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Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Awesome location right in the heart of the stunning New Forest. Although it is an 18th century building the room was super well renovated although you better be skinny for the shower! Altogether great!
Awesome location right in the heart of the stunning New Forest. Although it is an 18th century building the room was super well renovated although you better be skinny for the shower! Altogether great!
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Richard
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second time visiting. Lovely rooms, very comfortable. Due to current hot weather rooms a bit too hot as no air conditioning. Breakfast excellent
Second time visiting. Lovely rooms, very comfortable. Due to current hot weather rooms a bit too hot as no air conditioning. Breakfast excellent
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Rebecca
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When I first turned up and was taken to the room I was a bit concerned that it would be a bit shabby, the hallway smells and the carpet is filthy, thankfully the bedroom was really nice. Lovely pub and my dinner was good. The girl checking me in was really friendly and helpful. The thing that really let my stay down was my bedroom was above the kitchen and the noise was terrible. I really wanted an early night but it felt like I was sleeping in the kitchen, the noise went on until 11.30pm. For that reason I would never stay again whilst working as it's too noisy.
When I first turned up and was taken to the room I was a bit concerned that it would be a bit shabby, the hallway smells and the carpet is filthy, thankfully the bedroom was really nice. Lovely pub and my dinner was good. The girl checking me in was really friendly and helpful. The thing that really let my stay down was my bedroom was above the kitchen and the noise was terrible. I really wanted an early night but it felt like I was sleeping in the kitchen, the noise went on until 11.30pm. For that reason I would never stay again whilst working as it's too noisy.
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Sally
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place, however we stayed there in the heatwave & the fan provided sadly didn’t help. The room was very hot think having the kitchen extra fan sadly outside the window didn’t help, just like sleeping in a sauna there was hardly any breeze coming through the window .I appreciate the staff could do nothing about the very hot weather. It was cool in the bar & beautiful garden
Lovely place, however we stayed there in the heatwave & the fan provided sadly didn’t help. The room was very hot think having the kitchen extra fan sadly outside the window didn’t help, just like sleeping in a sauna there was hardly any breeze coming through the window .I appreciate the staff could do nothing about the very hot weather. It was cool in the bar & beautiful garden
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Conrad
17 Sept 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is not modern upscale, but we didn't expect it to be. Very old, creaky and funky better describes it (but charming nonetheless). Warning - hobbit built - If you are over 6 ft. tall it might not suit you well. Standard rooms are quite small and the bed is a double not a queen. WIFI works well. That being said, the staff, restaurant and bar are outstanding. The staff are very friendly and helpful. In particular, the restaurant quality is very good (somewhat a rarity in the UK). Breakfast included is outstanding and nearly pays for the room. Good beer and wine selection.
This hotel is not modern upscale, but we didn't expect it to be. Very old, creaky and funky better describes it (but charming nonetheless). Warning - hobbit built - If you are over 6 ft. tall it might not suit you well. Standard rooms are quite small and the bed is a double not a queen. WIFI works well. That being said, the staff, restaurant and bar are outstanding. The staff are very friendly and helpful. In particular, the restaurant quality is very good (somewhat a rarity in the UK). Breakfast included is outstanding and nearly pays for the room. Good beer and wine selection.
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Richard
1 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed over to attend a wedding nearby. Room was fairly small and although booking stated a Queen bed, ours was most definitely not a Queen bed. Breakfast was superb, but room very, very hot.
We stayed over to attend a wedding nearby. Room was fairly small and although booking stated a Queen bed, ours was most definitely not a Queen bed. Breakfast was superb, but room very, very hot.
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Julia
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
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Chris
26 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and lovely decor. Very comfortable.
Room was spacious and lovely decor. Very comfortable.
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Pamela
31 May 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We enjoyed the stay but a few things stopped a great stay. Not sure the hotel could have done much about them however. Room was almost unbearably hot even with a fan going all night. Bathroom had nowhere to put anything but again the space was utilised to the max. Staff were lovely and the food was plentiful. Would stay in the cooler months again.
We enjoyed the stay but a few things stopped a great stay. Not sure the hotel could have done much about them however. Room was almost unbearably hot even with a fan going all night. Bathroom had nowhere to put anything but again the space was utilised to the max. Staff were lovely and the food was plentiful. Would stay in the cooler months again.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with attentive service at breakfast and dinner. Several guests mentioned staff going the extra mile.
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paul warren
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were not expecting such a great hotel - it is truly a 'New Forest Inn', at breakfast we were treated to a 'walk-by' of New Forest Ponies' - which was fun as they walked very slowly past the 'Inn'. And the breakfast was 'scrumptious'! Food was fabulous, staff were very friendly - and the room was very comfortable and clean - would definitely stay here again - very many thanks - Larisa & Paul Warren-Smith
We were not expecting such a great hotel - it is truly a 'New Forest Inn', at breakfast we were treated to a 'walk-by' of New Forest Ponies' - which was fun as they walked very slowly past the 'Inn'. And the breakfast was 'scrumptious'! Food was fabulous, staff were very friendly - and the room was very comfortable and clean - would definitely stay here again - very many thanks - Larisa & Paul Warren-Smith
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GARY
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Like the fact that you can walk a few yards from the property and you're in the forest. Good location for walking the dog. The whole of the New Forest inn is dog friendly and staff are very welcoming towards them.Very helpful staff !
Like the fact that you can walk a few yards from the property and you're in the forest. Good location for walking the dog. The whole of the New Forest inn is dog friendly and staff are very welcoming towards them.Very helpful staff !
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Robin
28 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great room, great food, friendly staff.
Great room, great food, friendly staff.
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Deborah
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely accommodation, we had a car issue and they went out of their way to assist ~ special mention for Ellie, who was fantastic with sourcing some jumper leads for us.
Lovely accommodation, we had a car issue and they went out of their way to assist ~ special mention for Ellie, who was fantastic with sourcing some jumper leads for us.
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Roy
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff very hospitable. Gorgeous food. Perfect location for exploring New Forest.
Staff very hospitable. Gorgeous food. Perfect location for exploring New Forest.
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Julia
3 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
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Alexander
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a great, restful, couple of days at the New Forest Inn. The room was clean and comfortable, with a great side of traditional character. The food and drinks are great and they have a good range of vegetarian and gluten free options on the menu. The deserts are a definite highlight! The staff were friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome. We will be back in the future.
Had a great, restful, couple of days at the New Forest Inn. The room was clean and comfortable, with a great side of traditional character. The food and drinks are great and they have a good range of vegetarian and gluten free options on the menu. The deserts are a definite highlight! The staff were friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome. We will be back in the future.
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Stephen
15 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were amazing and so so helpful.
Staff were amazing and so so helpful.
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Joanne
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
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Christine
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
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Location
Scenic setting in the heart of the New Forest, ideal for walks and exploring nearby areas like Lyndhurst and Beaulieu. Wildlife often wanders by, adding to the atmosphere.
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GARY
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Like the fact that you can walk a few yards from the property and you're in the forest. Good location for walking the dog. The whole of the New Forest inn is dog friendly and staff are very welcoming towards them.Very helpful staff !
Like the fact that you can walk a few yards from the property and you're in the forest. Good location for walking the dog. The whole of the New Forest inn is dog friendly and staff are very welcoming towards them.Very helpful staff !
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Bryan
12 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Terrific inn great room with plenty of room, brilliant breakfast ideal for new forest exploring. Would certainly recommend and revisit.
Terrific inn great room with plenty of room, brilliant breakfast ideal for new forest exploring. Would certainly recommend and revisit.
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Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Awesome location right in the heart of the stunning New Forest. Although it is an 18th century building the room was super well renovated although you better be skinny for the shower! Altogether great!
Awesome location right in the heart of the stunning New Forest. Although it is an 18th century building the room was super well renovated although you better be skinny for the shower! Altogether great!
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Nigel
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a pub with a difference, a traditional old New Forest Inn with interesting decor. Also charming New Forest ponies visit daily and stand and watch while you have a beer. All the staff are friendly and happy and provide great service, nothing seemed too much trouble. Our room was very comfortable and well equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and toiletries. Situated in the heart of the forest just outside Lyndhurst (20 min walk away) its extremely peaceful. The food on offer is high end pub grub with a few specials thrown in and you certainly won't go hungry. The breakfast selection is very good and the New Forest Breakfast will last you all day, no matter how far you're going to walk. We stayed 2 nights and would have stayed longer if we could. Highly recommended however bear in mind this is an old pub with rooms not a swanky 5 star hotel, but the people who work there warrant that rating.
This is a pub with a difference, a traditional old New Forest Inn with interesting decor. Also charming New Forest ponies visit daily and stand and watch while you have a beer. All the staff are friendly and happy and provide great service, nothing seemed too much trouble. Our room was very comfortable and well equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and toiletries. Situated in the heart of the forest just outside Lyndhurst (20 min walk away) its extremely peaceful. The food on offer is high end pub grub with a few specials thrown in and you certainly won't go hungry. The breakfast selection is very good and the New Forest Breakfast will last you all day, no matter how far you're going to walk. We stayed 2 nights and would have stayed longer if we could. Highly recommended however bear in mind this is an old pub with rooms not a swanky 5 star hotel, but the people who work there warrant that rating.
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Trevor
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is in a good location and a good place to explore the New Forestand further afield
The place is in a good location and a good place to explore the New Forestand further afield
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mark
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely New Forest location inn, close to Beaulieu. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped, although getting to them requires a steep staircase and a walk across the back of the building. Other than that the bar area and restaurant have a lovey feel to them, and the staff were excellent. We had an evening meal and breakfast there, both of which were very nice. We plan to stay there again.
Lovely New Forest location inn, close to Beaulieu. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped, although getting to them requires a steep staircase and a walk across the back of the building. Other than that the bar area and restaurant have a lovey feel to them, and the staff were excellent. We had an evening meal and breakfast there, both of which were very nice. We plan to stay there again.
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Trevor
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Its in the middle of the forest, horses, donkeys are a regular attraction in the carpark. After the last customer has left the premises the silence and darkness is golden. Breakfast and dinner as always impeccable as is the service.
Its in the middle of the forest, horses, donkeys are a regular attraction in the carpark. After the last customer has left the premises the silence and darkness is golden. Breakfast and dinner as always impeccable as is the service.
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Amanda
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Bedroom very clean and big shower room with complimentary toiletries and fresh towels replaced during stay. Fresh bottled water and beverage making facilities in room also restocked. All staff cheerful and helpful. Good choice of breakfast and well cooked to order Can be a little tight to park when pub busy but didn't have a problem and our room was at front of Inn and would see ponies and cows wander by ... Great place for walking in forest ,would happily return....
Bedroom very clean and big shower room with complimentary toiletries and fresh towels replaced during stay. Fresh bottled water and beverage making facilities in room also restocked. All staff cheerful and helpful. Good choice of breakfast and well cooked to order Can be a little tight to park when pub busy but didn't have a problem and our room was at front of Inn and would see ponies and cows wander by ... Great place for walking in forest ,would happily return....
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Benjamin
6 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely location in the heart of the New Forest
Lovely location in the heart of the New Forest
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Christine
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
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Dining
Food is frequently described as excellent, with generous, cooked to order breakfasts and a varied dinner menu. Overall dining quality is a strong highlight.
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paul warren
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were not expecting such a great hotel - it is truly a 'New Forest Inn', at breakfast we were treated to a 'walk-by' of New Forest Ponies' - which was fun as they walked very slowly past the 'Inn'. And the breakfast was 'scrumptious'! Food was fabulous, staff were very friendly - and the room was very comfortable and clean - would definitely stay here again - very many thanks - Larisa & Paul Warren-Smith
We were not expecting such a great hotel - it is truly a 'New Forest Inn', at breakfast we were treated to a 'walk-by' of New Forest Ponies' - which was fun as they walked very slowly past the 'Inn'. And the breakfast was 'scrumptious'! Food was fabulous, staff were very friendly - and the room was very comfortable and clean - would definitely stay here again - very many thanks - Larisa & Paul Warren-Smith
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Robin
28 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great room, great food, friendly staff.
Great room, great food, friendly staff.
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Angela
10 Mar 2025
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Our room was situated on the upper floor, there’s a side entrance to the rooms right next to the pub restaurant. The room was lovely and cosy, towels were neatly rolled and placed on the bed for guests to use. Shampoo and shower gel were all provided. Breakfast was also included in our stay as well. The New Forest Inn all day breakfast was fantastic!!! Very big portions, everything comes in double. Dinner at the restaurant was also delicious! Must try out their lamb dishes. We had a pleasant stay at the New Forest Inn and would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for accommodations in the area.
Our room was situated on the upper floor, there’s a side entrance to the rooms right next to the pub restaurant. The room was lovely and cosy, towels were neatly rolled and placed on the bed for guests to use. Shampoo and shower gel were all provided. Breakfast was also included in our stay as well. The New Forest Inn all day breakfast was fantastic!!! Very big portions, everything comes in double. Dinner at the restaurant was also delicious! Must try out their lamb dishes. We had a pleasant stay at the New Forest Inn and would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for accommodations in the area.
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Adrian
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stop off, parking, extensive menu, nice room, plenty of seating jnside and out. Evening meal and breakfast both excellent.Would stay again.
Great stop off, parking, extensive menu, nice room, plenty of seating jnside and out. Evening meal and breakfast both excellent.Would stay again.
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Julia
3 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Good food. Good breakfast. Friendly staff
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Julia
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
Lovely stay in one of the smaller, cosy doubles. Room nicely decorated and the whole pub had a really nice, cosy vibe. Food was great, always such a wide menu with large portions. Good ale and wine selection too.
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Joanne
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
Breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly and great service. The room was clean.
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Martin
24 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The whole experience was top quality from the moment we stepped in, beer selection in the bar was excellent (something for everyone) the room was super clean and cosy with everything you needed (shower was superb) bed was super comfy as well!! We also dined there in the evening with a great and varied choice on offer!!! Big up to the chef as the food was top quality. We will definitely be returning soon even if it’s just to dine out!!!
The whole experience was top quality from the moment we stepped in, beer selection in the bar was excellent (something for everyone) the room was super clean and cosy with everything you needed (shower was superb) bed was super comfy as well!! We also dined there in the evening with a great and varied choice on offer!!! Big up to the chef as the food was top quality. We will definitely be returning soon even if it’s just to dine out!!!
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jane
11 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spent 2 days at the Forest Inn. I can throughly recommend this place. The rooms were clean & comfortable. Its a good place to stay to explore the New Forest We had dinner in the restaurant & the food was excellent, the breakfast were also excellent. The staff are polite, & nothing was too much trouble Have already booked to go back in the spring.
Spent 2 days at the Forest Inn. I can throughly recommend this place. The rooms were clean & comfortable. Its a good place to stay to explore the New Forest We had dinner in the restaurant & the food was excellent, the breakfast were also excellent. The staff are polite, & nothing was too much trouble Have already booked to go back in the spring.
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Christine
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
Great 2 night stay in middle of New Forest. Traditional Inn with welcoming, friendly & helpful staff. Room 5 (Knightwood) was modern design with comfy 5' bed & big ensuite shower. Hearty breakfast was made to order, also self service cereals, yoghurts & juices. Delicious dinners both evenings. Although limited parking, arriving ~16:30, found a space both days.
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Alex
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely but on the small side room
Lovely but on the small side room
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Karen
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was quick and easy. Staff were friendly. Room was clean and perfect for an overnight stay. Free parking. Pub food was well cooked. Breakfast was freshly cooked to order.
Check in was quick and easy. Staff were friendly. Room was clean and perfect for an overnight stay. Free parking. Pub food was well cooked. Breakfast was freshly cooked to order.
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Steve
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
If you are staying up the steep stairs on the right. Let the kitchen staff know you are staying and ask them to quieten it down. The noise was unbelievable until well past 11pm. It then started again at 4am with someone loading a van. Ruined the stay really. We had a meal which was great and the restaurant’s staff were brill.
If you are staying up the steep stairs on the right. Let the kitchen staff know you are staying and ask them to quieten it down. The noise was unbelievable until well past 11pm. It then started again at 4am with someone loading a van. Ruined the stay really. We had a meal which was great and the restaurant’s staff were brill.
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Lynda
2 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: Good location. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Spotless room with nice refreshments. Cons: Parking very limited. Roller blind missing from glass room door, so not very private. Room was smaller than expected and very hot despite fan provided. Soap in bathroom would be nice.
Pros: Good location. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Spotless room with nice refreshments. Cons: Parking very limited. Roller blind missing from glass room door, so not very private. Room was smaller than expected and very hot despite fan provided. Soap in bathroom would be nice.
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martin
23 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely friendly hotel to stay at with great food, staff and surroundings I will be back
A lovely friendly hotel to stay at with great food, staff and surroundings I will be back
FAQs about The New Forest Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary English breakfast is served daily.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific details about room accessibility and other features are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park. It is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Beaulieu National Motor Museum.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for children to stay for free.
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There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property is professionally cleaned
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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