Balmer Lawn

Hotels
7.8 (565 reviews)
Lyndhurst Road, New Forest , Brockenhurst , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Hot bedrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
Some issues with room tidiness and dated decor.
Service
8.31
Staff were helpful and accommodating in various instances.
Location
8.85
Excellent location, perfect for families and close to scenic areas.
Room Quality
7.31
Rooms somewhat dated and noise issues reported, but generally comfortable.
Amenities
7.84
Pool and Jacuzzi add enjoyment, although spa not included in price.
Value for Money
7.3
Pricing could be better for the quality and experience offered.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Good breakfast and dining options highlighted positively.
Overall Experience
7.62
A generally enjoyable stay with some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience elegance and modern comfort at the 4-star Silver AA-rated Balmer Lawn. Each room features a TV, tea/coffee facilities, and a private bathroom, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Leisure Facilities
Indulge in the extensive leisure amenities offered at Balmer Lawn, including a swimming pool, gym, and squash courts. Stay active and rejuvenated during your visit to the New Forest.

Fine Dining Experience
Savor exquisite meals at Beresfords Restaurant, serving dishes made with local ingredients. Enjoy a diverse wine selection and the option for al fresco dining in the summer months.

Book your stay at Balmer Lawn now for a luxurious retreat in the heart of the New Forest.

Important information:

Please add this request when booking using the special request section.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 565 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.31
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.31
Amenities: 7.84
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 7.62
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Garry • couple • gb
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • gb
10
Fabulous
Pros:

Absolutely everything about the place, people, food, our room, facilities and location. I cannot emphasise enough how everyone was so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Our short stay was wonderful. Thank you to everyone who made our stay a memorable one. I even got to personally thank the chef before we left this morning so that was a bonus.

Cons:

Nothing. Cannot understand people having a bitbof a moan about the place tbh

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Cathy • couple • gb
7
Lovely surroundings but the hotel wasn’t up to the standard we had hoped and for the cost
Pros:

The location
Staff

Cons:

The room wasn’t clean enough-we found dirty areas and smarties on a chair

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Murari • family_with_children • gb
8
Not overly luxurious but very pleasant
Pros:

The room very very spacious and nicely decorated, the hotel itself was also very pleasant and the location was excellent

Cons:

The spa is very average, definitely would have been disappointed if it were a spa getaway weekend and it gets quite noisy with paper thin walls

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Lynda • couple • gb
9
A really lovely place to stay.
Pros:

The staff were 5* the decor was 5* and the food was gorgeous and reasonably priced. The room was lovely. Shower nice and hot.

Cons:

The pool was too cold. The toilet in the ladies chandinf room could do with a re-fresh. Room 53 was very cold we had to ask for the heating to be put on. Shower not very powerful. But these are just me being picky.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
8
Great stay would stay again and recommend
Pros:

The lounge area and fire, very relaxing . The staff were beyond helpful and kind . My husband gets up very early before breakfast start and he was able to come down stairs and have tea and toast before a walk .

Cons:

The room (52 ) was tired and small . Not having bed side lights meant the top spot light was too bright when you partner is trying to sleep . It was a little inconvenient not having sockets by the bed , looked like blanked off .

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Lacey • extended_group • gb
9
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Shannan • couple • gb
8
Spa facilities great, breakfast good standard.
Pros:

Spa was really lovely, facilities good and very clean. Breakfast was delicious, so much choice and good quality food.

Cons:

Fire alarm went off during the middle of the night due to a fault in the server. No one came to apologise or tell us what was happening and no compensation for being woken up.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Jilly B60 • couple • gb
7
Lovely surroundings
Pros:

Lovely surroundings. Beautiful hotel.

Cons:

Didn't realise every time we brought a drink /coffee at the bar we paid a service charge even though we went up to the bar to order and carried the drinks back ourselves to our table. Nothing was itemised!!

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • gb
5
Pleasant but dissapointing
Pros:

Not the standard expected by price , children not able to use pool, not very clean in some areas, room too small, items not always available at breakfast

Cons:

Cleanliness
Rooms more spacious

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • gb
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Everything was perfect ! But the staff were wonderful at the hotel nothing was too much trouble and they were extremely polite and attentive

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Damien • couple • gb
7
Nice venue mattress needs to be replaced with a more comfortable one
Pros:

Lovely venue and staff food was good and facilities. Bed was the worst i have slept on in a hotel both me and my girlfriend did not feel refreshed and struggle to sleep on the bed and the room was far too hot needs aircon the building was very warm in general

Cons:

Mattress and the heat in the room was far too much very uncomfortable sleep glad to be home In a nice bed

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Colin • family_with_children • gb
9
50th Wedding Anniversary - Sorted
Pros:

Room was well furnished and spotless.
Dinner was good, good menu choices and my wife’s food allergies/intollerances were well catered for.
Breakfast was good; plenty of choice and hot options were kept well supplied.

Cons:

Not sure about dogs in a family hotel setting.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
8
We will be back
Pros:

Location

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Classic English country hotel - just what you expect
Pros:

Very nice breakfast had everything you could want - excellent service - remembered my friend's drink

Cons:

Noisy fridge - wished it was a proper minie bar with drinks & snacks

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
5
You look the part but can’t deliver, need better managment
Pros:

Room very tired Breakfast okay dinner good

Cons:

Staff needed to be trained in the bar and conservatory, wait long time for drinks, tables never cleaned after vacating.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Renee • couple • gb
8
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Restaurant and location

Cons:

Room was dated furnishings

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee