The 5 Best Luxury Hotels in The New Forest

The New Forest contains one of Britain’s most attractive National Parks, created to protect its forests and heathland, and resident wild ponies. Easy to reach from London, what better place to treat yourself to a luxurious, relaxing stay? We’ve picked out luxury hotels from the classic country-house, with acres of grounds, spas and a choice of dining, to more chilled-out boltholes and gastropubs.

For classic luxury

• You’ll switch off as soon as you step inside Chewton Glen, with its ivy-clad exterior, old-school sitting-rooms with deep armchairs and piles of papers, spacious bedrooms and fabulous spa. Service is tip-top, and if you really want to treat yourself, opt for one of the treehouse suites with wood-burning stoves and private terrace with hot tub!
• Careys Manor, a wood-panelled, 18th-century manor house, spoils with four-poster beds and rooms with private gardens. There’s also a sensational Thai spa and choice of dining.

For contemporary luxury

• Combining Georgian elegance with contemporary luxury, Lime Wood has a truly modern sense of luxury. Rooms offer irresistible pampering touches including freestanding baths, fires and four-poster beds; or choose a cottage or forest suite for ultimate privacy. There’s a spa, woodland walks and bikes to borrow, too.
• The Pig, a restaurant-with-rooms, has a luxuriously laidback rustic style with plenty of contemporary comforts, including cosy lounges, funky mis-matched furnishings and wooden cabins for spa treatments. Rooms offer a quirky choice - including lodges and cabins - while much of the food is sourced from the hotel’s own walled garden.

For Inn-style luxury

In a bucolic setting, with a garden backing on to the New Forest, The White Buck is perfect for a relaxed, jolly but still luxurious stay. Public rooms are furnished in a rich, rustic style – wood-panelling, stripped oak floors – while bedrooms are a mix of bold wallpapers, chic paintwork, freestanding baths plus picnic baskets for a minibar.

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• or all the best places to stay in Hampshire.
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  • Chewton Glen New Milton, Hampshire 72 rooms from AU$761

    
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    Country Escape  -  A gorgeous country house spa, set in 130 acres of parkland at the edge of the magical New Forest.

    Tennis  -  There are both indoor and outdoor tennis courts and coaching with the resident pro.

    Great walks  -  Plenty of walking across the 130 acres of parkland, or head into the New Forest.

    Kids Club  -  All new The Beehive, available every weekend and school holidays

    

    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Kiwi Collection, Relais & Chateaux, Michelin Travel

    On the edge of the New Forest and close to the sea, Chewton Glen offers five-star luxury to couples and families. Its wow-factor treehouse accommodation is the star of the show, along with the fantastic staff that always go the extra mile. Imitable service, gourmet dining and The Beehive, kids club. See More

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  • Careys Manor Hotel & Spa Brockenhurst (New Forest) 77 rooms from AU$317

    
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    Total relaxation  -  A quiet country house with easy access to the rugged landscapes of the New Forest and boasting a glorious Thai spa.

    Great walks  -  Embark on Puttles Bridge, a 5 mile scenic walk starting from near the property.

    Swimming Pool  -  Indoor pool

    Romantic  -  Good for couples.

    

    A historic country house, turned hotel, set in the picturesque New Forest. Interiors combine contemporary and traditional styles giving a light and airy feel. A chic restaurant serves up exemplary modern British cuisine but it's the Thai spa that's the real draw. See More

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  • Lime Wood Lyndhurst, Hampshire 33 rooms from AU$930

    
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    Exclusive offer  -  Dinner, Bed and Breakfast SPRING OFFER

    Foodies  -  A super chic restaurant, serving Anglo-Italian fare. A product of Lime Wood’s Luke Holder and high-profile chef Angela Hartnett.

    Families  -  Extra beds allowed in rooms, kids activities on site and baby sitting facilities makes this an obvious choice for parents.

    Country Escape  -  A beautifully renovated country house situated in the heart of one of the UKs finest National Parks.

    Cooking classes  -  The excellent Hartnett Holder & Co Backstage cookery school has a wide variety of hands on courses.

    

    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Tablet, Good Hotel Guide, Kiwi Collection, Relais & Chateaux, Sawdays

    Scintillating luxury hotel in a superbly redesigned Georgian house in the heart of the New Forest. Wonderfully comfortable beds in large rooms all with unique features including free standing baths, fireplaces or four posters. A sublime restaurant curated by a celebrity chef. Countryside perfection. See More

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  • The Pig Brockenhurst 31 rooms from AU$348

    
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    Spa  -  Potting Shed treatment rooms with one of the hotel's personal therapists

    Great walks  -  Borrow a pair of Hunter wellies and set out in to the New Forest.

    Sights nearby  -  Visit Beaulieu Abbey, Hurst Castle or Buckler's Hard.

    Restaurant  -  Delicious home-grown ingredients.

    

    Recommended by  -  I Escape, Mr & Mrs Smith

    A country escape a step above the rest. Traditional meets modern world comforts in rooms with oh-so comfy beds and huge rain showers. The restaurant is worthy of a visit alone with produce being very locally sourced (often from the garden). Treatment rooms on offer for some pampering. Glorious. See More

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  • The White Buck Burley, Hampshire 20 rooms from AU$182

    
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    Country Escape  -  A charming inn backing onto the rugged landscapes of the New Forest and easily accessible from London.

    Great walks  -  Find miles of trails running through the New Forest starting right from the property.

    Full of character

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    A luxurious inn with the garden backing onto the New Forest. Spacious rooms are elegantly styled with softly patterned fabrics, wooden floors, simple furniture and contemporary bathrooms. Hearty pub fare is served in the restaurant alongside a choice selection of ales. Ideal for rural weekends away. See More

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Written by Helen Pickles

posted Wednesday, 20th November 2019