Balmer Lawn Hotel near New Forest National Park offers an upscale retreat with a terrace and garden. Guests enjoy massages and reflexology at the spa, while two restaurants serve British cuisine from breakfast to dinner. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.
SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
St. Nicholas Church - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 28 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 35 min drive
Lymington Sway Station - 8 min drive
Lymington Town Station - 12 min drive
Brockenhurst Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
The Terrace Cafe - 17 min walk
Pig Beer - 3 min drive
Hare & Hounds - 6 min drive
THE PIG - 19 min walk
Willow Tree Cafe - 5 min drive
About this property
Balmer Lawn Hotel
At Balmer Lawn Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Beaulieu National Motor Museum. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or Ayurvedic treatments, and Beresfords, one of 2 restaurants, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite extended parking (fees apply)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Room service (late night)
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Children's menu
What to do
Ziplining
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center (3369 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1880
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Video-game console
DVD player
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
New Forest Spa & Wellness Centre has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.
The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Dining
Beresfords - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: GBP 80 per stay
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 30 to May 31:
One of the swimming pools
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25.00 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
Parking
Extended parking is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 20 to September 15
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Also known as
Balmer Hotel
Balmer Lawn
Balmer Lawn Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Hotel
Balmer Lawn Hotel Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Brockenhurst, New Forest National Park
Balmer Lawn Hotel Hotel
Balmer Lawn Hotel Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Hotel Hotel Brockenhurst
Frequently asked questions
Does Balmer Lawn Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmer Lawn Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Balmer Lawn Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Balmer Lawn Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Balmer Lawn Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmer Lawn Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Balmer Lawn Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino (20-min drive) and Genting Casino (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Balmer Lawn Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Balmer Lawn Hotel also has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Balmer Lawn Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, British cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around Balmer Lawn Hotel like?
Balmer Lawn Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel and 9 minutes' walk from Brockenhurst College.
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Reviews
Balmer Lawn Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its good quality, great choice, and hot food. (13 reviews)
The hotel's pool area was family-friendly, heated, and offered a relaxing experience for guests. (13 reviews)
The spa facilities were excellent, with many reviewers praising the aromatherapy massage, hot tub, and staff. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2026
Food excellent, friendly staff,pool a bit small.
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2026
Professional &personable staff, always happy to help-great location with lovely walks around the forest and local restaurants and pubs-a recommendation would be to take a torch for the walk back from the pub and entering the hotel grounds which was quite dark-had a great Easter stay & visited nearby tourist locations-have stayed there before and would definitely go back-highly recommended
Deise
Deise, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
Excellent food and service
Giovanni
Giovanni, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2026
Staff at the Balmer were always so helpful & courteous. The food was amazing. Location os ideal especially if you enjoy woodland walks.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2026
Room was very spacious and well equipped- all the staff we met were very friendly and helpful - we needed to get somewhere to meet friends for a celebration and they went above and beyond trying to help us navigate around the very flooded area .
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Staff were great, food was great and the setting is beautiful.
Ricky
Ricky, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
The room was very clean, bed was very comfortable. Staff were very courteous and helpful. Food was really well presented and delicious. Facilities at the hotel were excellent.
We had a lovely stay, everything you need for a relaxing break away in a lovely part of the New Forest.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Very nice stay, very relaxing and food was incredible
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
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.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
We really enjoyed our stay, the staff were very friendly, good food, location and child friendly.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
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!
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 29, 2025
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.
Hannah
Hannah, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2025
Love that you can walk straight into the forest
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
Ideal location for visiting the new forest with our dog, it’s a very dog friendly hotel. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.Breakfast was really tasty and a great choice. We didn’t have the best view but would definitely return in the future.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2025
The staff at this hotel are fantastic, there is a good mix of ages working here and all are top notch when it comes to customer service. The food is fabulous, good quality, fresh and soooo tasty (compliments to the chef who cooked our anniversary meal, really made our night along with the service thank you 💕)
Alec
Alec, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Beautiful setting, friendly staff, great restaurant.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2026
The staff were great but the room wasn’t ideal. The bed was very uncomfortable, cheap duvet and flat pillows. The new bit of the spa was nice, but probably not worth the extra £30 each, it’s just a sauna, ice and steam.
Not terrible but wouldn’t go back.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
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
The rooms, the superior rooms were not great, our friends in room 24, had to plug the kettle in on the floor, as there were no plugs by the dressing table to plug it in. In room tea & coffee supplies were sparse. No usb ports.
The staff were good though, especially at dinner. The food was great.
Breakfast is a self service buffet, this was a little on the cool side.
Cherie
Cherie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
We had a fantastic 2 day stay attending our friends wedding. It was an ideal location and nothing was too much trouble for the lovely friendly staff. I would highly recommend
Janie
Janie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Perfect for attending the New Forest show, a 10 minute walk away through the woods, avoiding the traffic jams. The pools were lovely too
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay.
Very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere
RODNEY
RODNEY, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 31, 2026
Urine stained duvet on bed. Clean cover on it instead of removing it. Superior room but adjoining door to next room, could hear absolutely everything going on in that room. It felt like our room was the children’s room of the adjoining bedroom.door needs some sort of soundproofing. Twin beds very small for adults. Seemed a very noisy area of hotel.doors very loud upon closing. Staff very helpful when asked to change rooms, unfortunately no room available until second night of our stay. Breakfast good with good choices but second morning not so hot. I had stayed in this hotel in October with a friend and was very impressed with it but this trip with my son for my 60th birthday wasn’t so good, sadly we left feeling dissatisfied and disappointed. Although the member of staff did what he could to help, if a room is not available what can he do other than give us a £50 discount.
Joanne
Joanne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
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