We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Brockenhurst, UK. We have also included hotels in old manor houses, historic villas, historic properties, beautiful country residences and resorts. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Nice style. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. In Sway, within the beautiful New Forest, The Manor at Sway features leafy gardens and a traditional restaurant. Its luxury bedrooms are set in a grand Edwardian house. The elegant bedrooms at The Manor at Sway feature luxury Egyptian linens. The Manor at Sway is set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland. Sway train station is just a 4-minute walk away. All rooms have free WiFi access, tea/coffee making facilities, and a modern bathroom with free toiletries. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining room, looking onto the gardens. The menu features mainly British dishes with European influences and prepared with locally sourced produce. There is also a sun terrace and lake. Surrounded by scenic Hampshire countryside, The Manor at Sway is a 15-minute drive from Lyndhurst. There is free on-site parking available, and the coast at Lymington is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
The Manor at Sway is a lovely Edwardian country house in the village of Sway, in the New Forest. It has beautifully furnished bedrooms with antique furniture and comfortable beds. The bathrooms are equipped with REN products.
Lovely property. Wonderful SPA facilities. Popular among couples. In the heart of the New Forest, this grand country house was built in 1887 and features a spa, ornamental garden and a fine dining restaurant. Rhinefield House Hotel is a 10-minute drive from scenic Lyndhurst. The sumptuous, 4-star bedrooms each have a flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player, free Wi-Fi and a work desk. The luxurious bathrooms feature fluffy bathrobes and bespoke toiletries. Guests can enjoy fresh local produce and creative dishes in the Armada Restaurant, which has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes. Afternoon teas are served in the elegant lounge, and the Brasserie has a terrace for al fresco dining. The beautiful Gothic building has a spa, featuring a crystal steam room, spa bath and indoor and outdoor pools. There is also a modern gym, tennis courts and 40 acres of leafy grounds. Just outside Brockenhurst, Rhinefield House is 30 minutes’ drive from Southampton and Bournemouth. There is free on-site parking, and Brockenhurst Station is a 20-minute walk away.Show full description
This beautiful and historic hotel is located in the heart of the New Forest. It has a grand mansion with unique architectural details and a modern annex. The property has a spa, pools, and upscale dining options.
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. Steeped in history and surrounded by 10 acres of gardens, Passford House Hotel lies midway between the New Forest village of Sway and the Georgian town of Lymington. It features a Leisure Centre with a gym, and a poolside sauna. Passford’s dining room, overlooking gardens, offers a menu combining traditional and contemporary cuisine, complimented with impressive wines from the well-stocked cellar. Dinner is served from 18:45 until 21:00, while lighter options are available from 12:00 until 18:00. Each of the hotel’s rooms features a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Rooms are traditional in style, and have an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Rowing, cycling, running and weight training equipment can be found in the multi-gym. A heated indoor pool, lawn croquet and petanque are available to keep children entertained.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most PEACEFUL hotel in Brockenhurst. It also has lovely pool facilities and beautiful surroundings!
Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. The Crown Manor House Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Lyndhurst Village, the capital of the New Forest National Park. This boutique hotel offers spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The hotel occupies a 15th-century Grade 1 listed building, with contemporary fixtures and fittings. In the mornings, The Crown Manor serves full English breakfast. The rooms offer a flat-screen TV, a work desk and a seating area. The private bathrooms include rainmaking showers and a handheld. The bar and grill serves evening dishes, which are prepared using locally sourced and seasonal produce. Drinks are provided in the Library or on the garden's terraced seating area. Lyndhurst village’s independent shops, restaurants, and cafés are just 100 metres away. Guests can explore the many scenic walks and bicycle rides located throughout the New Forest National Park.Show full description
The Crown Manor House Hotel is a historic hotel located in the heart of the New Forest National Park. It has a charming atmosphere and clean, comfortable rooms. The hotel is a prominent landmark in the village and has an elegant restaurant for delicious meals.
Delightful property. Great views. Burley Manor is set in the heart of the New Forest and offers views of the neighbouring deer sanctuary. The on-site restaurant has a Mediterranean influence. Burley Manor is located in the village of Burley, just 10 minutes off the A31 to Bournemouth, with wild ponies and cattle roaming free and miles of ancient walking paths. Each individually designed bedroom has antique furniture and eccentric artwork and Hypnos beds. Power showers and deep baths are supplied in the majority of the bathrooms. The restaurant uses seasonal ingredients and has a wood-fired oven. The property offers spa treatments.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL hotel in Brockenhurst.
Charming. Great restaurant. This outstanding country house in the New Forest is home to the award-winning The Terrace Restaurant. The Montagu Arms boasts free parking and leafy gardens. Access to SenSpa Health Club’s facilities at the sister hotel, Careys Manor, is included in the rate. The Montagu Arms dates back to 1742. It has a cosy, homely character and picturesque gardens. Staff offer excellent customer care and personal service. It is 9.7 km from the hotel. The Montagu Arms is located close to the M27, Southampton and Bournemouth Airports. The Terrace Restaurant overlooks the gardens and serves fine local ingredients that are free-range and organic when possible. Monty’s Inn has more informal, home-cooked classic dishes and award-winning Ringwood Real Ales.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CHARMING AND ROMANTIC small hotels in Brockenhurst.
Close to beach front. Outstanding SPA facilities. In the heart of the New Forest’s scenery, King Charles II's old hunting lodge is now a luxury hotel. The New Park Manor Hotel - A Luxury Family Hotel offers a fully equipped spa and an award-winning restaurant. With free internet, luxurious beds and a TV, rooms at New Park Manor Hotel also have bright, traditional décor. Bathrooms have Bramley Products, whilst some rooms enjoy views of the local forest. Luxury facilities at Bath House Spa include relaxation and massage treatments using mineral rich muds and aromatic oils. It also has a large swimming pool, sauna and an outdoor hot tub. Modern, rustic English cuisine and local specialities like game or venison are served in the Stag Restaurant. Other pubs and restaurants are only 1 mile away, in Brockenhurst. Nestled in beautiful woodland, lovely walks and cycle paths are on the hotel’s doorstep, with bike hire available. Boating and sailing is on offer in Lymington, 5 miles away. Please note that our Superior and Deluxe room types offer rollaway beds for children staying in them. These are only suitable for children aged up to 12yrs.Show full description
This small hotel has a great beach front location and a great SPA!
Set in picturesque Brockenhurst, in the heart of the New Forest, this spa hotel offers luxury accommodation, 2 AA Rosette award-winning cuisine and a gym with a swimming pool. Spacious rooms are elegantly styled, and many enjoy views of the pretty hotel gardens. Cambium at Careys Manor Hotel is a creative and enchanting dining experience. The Zen Garden at Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa serves Thai cuisine. Each includes a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a luxury private bathroom with White Company toiletries. The hotel’s French restaurant Le Blaireau offers simple, high quality authentic French cuisine. Senspa at Careys Manor boasts an extensive range of state-of-the-art and traditional therapies and treatments, and guests can relax in a Laconicum heat room. Guests aged 16 or older can enjoy free use of the health club facilities, including a swimming pool, sauna, spa bath, steam room and gymnasium. Additional charges will apply for using the SenSpa Hydrotherapy facilities and treatments. Surrounded by natural beauty in the New Forest National Park, the south coast is just a 15-minute drive away from the hotel.Show full description
Unique. Great breakfast. Weston Manor B&B is just 700 metres from the seafront in Totland. This charming manor house is set within a National Trust Heritage Site, dating from from 1871 and featuring its own chapel. Rooms at Weston Manor B&B have lots of light, high ceilings and bright décor. The family-run Weston Manor features Medieval-style design and opens onto a charming courtyard with seating. All rooms have free WiFi, heating and a private bathroom. A Continental breakfast is served in a bright dining room. Freshwater Bay is just under 2 miles from the property, while the beaches around Totland are 20 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Very cosy. Comfortable beds. Cottage Lodge Hotel is set in the Victorian village of Brockenhurst, nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park. This charming 17th-century residence offers cosy rooms, as well as tea, coffee and cake on arrival. Cottage Lodge Hotel is a friendly eco-chic, family-run property offering 16 comfortable hotel-style bedrooms. All of the rooms have suite facilities with a bath or a shower. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, Smart TVs and hairdryers. Irons are available on request. Parts of the building date back to 1650 and still feature beautiful period features, such as original wooden beams, handmade bricks and ship timbers. The lodge’s rich history means it has a wealth of character and original charm. Reception closes for check-in at 20:00. The village of Brockenhurst has 3 pubs, 7 restaurants, a train station, a petrol station and various shops. The lodge is just 4 minutes’ walk from open forest, but if you prefer to explore on horseback or by bike, horse riding and bicycle hire are available in the village.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most COSY small hotels in Brockenhurst. It also has super comfortable beds and amazing staff.
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre, Macdonald Elmers Court Resort is set in Lymington, 25 km from Bournemouth. The resort has a terrace and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site and WiFi is available at an extra fee. Every room is fitted with a Smart TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath. You can play tennis at this resort, and the area is popular for horse riding. Southampton is 18 km from Macdonald Elmers Court Resort, while Portsmouth is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 22 km from Macdonald Elmers Court Resort. Images are representative due to wide variety of apartment types, so precise specification may differ. Guests will still be allocated the apartment type booked.Show full description
This impressive 5-star country house hotel has an award-winning restaurant, spa, gym, outdoor pool and 130 acres of land to explore. The property has a golf course and 4 tennis courts, both indoor and outdoor, and the New Forest is a 10-minute drive away. Situated less than a mile from the coast, Chewton Glen Hotel - an Iconic Luxury Hotel has a luxurious spa featuring a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. A range of treatments and massages are available. Each elegant room has a spacious seating area, a satellite TV with DVD player and a minibar. Some rooms have balconies and garden views, whilst all rooms have a luxury bathroom. The award winning Dining Room offers fine dining with a seasonal menu, using local produce. There is a lounge bar and the Traditional Afternoon tea is popular. Clay pigeon shooting, falconry displays and the truly unique experience of duck herding is all within the hotel grounds. Horse riding and fishing in the New Forest can also be arranged.Show full description
Set in Brockenhurst, a 25-minute drive from Southampton, The Huntsman of Brockenhurst is a forest inn dating back to the 13th century that has undergone a major refurbishment. Each of the 13 boutique style rooms has an en-suite bathroom with either a walk-in shower or shower over bath. They also have Nespresso coffee machine and tea/coffee making facilities. In the morning, a full English breakfast is served. The pub has a large garden area and heated terrace. The kitchen is open for lunch and dinner serving food-wired pizzas, premium steaks and British classics.Show full description
Great location. Our stylish properties are inspired by the beautiful wooden-clad, beach-front homes of New England. The interiors are designed with comfort and relaxation in mind with everything you need for the perfect family-friendly self-catering break – the ultimate holiday home-from-home. The cottages are set in 17 acres of landscaped grounds and pathways, which are gated and child-safe creating a friendly village atmosphere. Toddlers can run around freely and play games on the grass and older children can ride their bikes and scooters on the open pathways. We’re conveniently located only minutes away from the Yarmouth ferry and the historic harbour town of Yarmouth which is full of charm and character. The unspoiled, rugged landscape of the West Wight is right on our doorstep – and has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Discover secluded beaches; ancient woodlands; marshlands rich in wildlife; and mile after mile of footpaths, bridleways and cycle paths that are just waiting to be explored.Show full description
This resort has a great location in Yarmouth and great tennis facilities!
Elegant. Friendly staff. This stylish hotel is in Christchurch town centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxury rooms with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players and iPod docks. The Kings Christchurch looks out over the town's Victorian bowling green and the castle ruins. The hotel has been fully renovated and reopened in the summer of 2008. The Georgian building mixes original character with modern luxury. The en suite rooms have luxury beds with Hypnos mattresses, power showers and luxury toiletries and bathroom products. Guests can use The Harbour Spa at the Kings's nearby sister hotel, The Christchurch Harbour. The Kings Restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients, including produce from The New Forest and seafood from the South Coast.Show full description
Beach front location. Great value. Set in 32 acres of exquisite parkland, this hotel combines a Grade 1 listed manor house with a modern conference centre and modern rooms with free WiFi. New Place is within easy reach of the M3 and M27 motorways and 17 km from Southampton. New Place offers accommodation in a delightful mews quarter, located 100 metres from the main reception and Manor house along with a swimming pool, a fitness room, a cricket pitch and croquet lawn. The restaurant and the bar are located in the manor house. Offering over 40 contemporary event suites, state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, high-speed WiFi and a dedicated in-house events team, the hotel is suited for a wide range of meetings, training, conferences and events. The property offer easy access to fast rail links to London. Southampton Airport can be reached in a 20-minute drive.Show full description
New Place Hotel in Shirrell Heath is a unique hotel with a rich history. It is surrounded by beautiful parkland and includes a Grade 1 listed manor house. The hotel blends traditional and modern spaces, providing a distinctive style.
Luxurious. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Derby Manor is set in Boscombe, 1 km from Bournemouth Beach. Free secure private parking is available on site. Derby Manor provides a full English and continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Bournemouth International Centre is 1.8 km from Derby Manor. Every room comes with a 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room, along with complimentary biscuits, chocolates, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 6 km from the property.Show full description
Derby Manor is a luxurious boutique hotel with a beautiful beachfront location. The rooms are spacious and well-decorated, with unique features like under-bed spotlights and in-room baths.
Boasting a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, The Anchor Inn is set in Cowes, 24 km from Blackgang Chine and 7.2 km from Carisbrooke Castle. The property is located 16 km from Amazon World Zoo Park, 19 km from Yarmouth Castle and 20 km from The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary. Dinosaur Isle is 22 km from The Anchor Inn, while Hurst Castle is 23 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Robin Hill. All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a TV. At The Anchor Inn all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. You can play billiards and darts at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 53 km from the inn.Show full description
Beach front location. Superb breakfast. The Castleton is set on Swanage’s, just 10 minutes’ walk from the town centre and pier. Offering a lounge with sea views, this traditional seaside property is nearby a sandy beach. The spacious rooms at The Castleton have high ceilings and attractive design. The Castleton opens on to its own garden and there is also a conservatory. There is limited onsite parking but ample alternatives are available in the vicinity. There is free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom comes with free toiletries. A range of shops, pubs and restaurants can be found along Swanage’s. Swanage offers easy access to lovely countryside with Knoll Beach and the surrounding nature reserve just 15 minutes’ drive away. Parking on-site is very limited, street parking is plentiful. Occasionally, guests may have to use the public car park during very busy periods. This is 120m from the property.Show full description
This 4-star Georgian coaching inn offers a traditional pub and restaurant serving fresh local produce. Surrounded by Hampshire countryside, it features individually styled rooms with free Wi-Fi. Dating back to 1810, The Kings Head is fitted with antique furnishings and fireplaces. It is supposed that the inn was given its present name for its close connection with the family of Oliver Cromwell. All rooms at The Kings Head come with cable TV and a work desk. Each has a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Free toiletries and high quality towels are also provided. Only 10 minutes’ drive from Winchester centre, the inn offers free private parking on site. Southampton and the ferries to the Isle of Wight are 25 minute’s drive away. South Winchester Golf Club is 1.9 miles from The King's Head. The Kings Head has its own skittles alley, which is available for hire.Show full description
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