The Bell Inn Hotel

spacious room, clean, staff at breakfast friendly

Lovely location. Very good food and friendly staff.

Great location. Lovely decor and rooms.
Delicious food.

The room was very clean with nice toiletries and a huge tv. The breakfast was a bit hit and miss. The first morning I had smoked salmon with scrambled egg on toast. The toast was cold, the eggs overdone and instead of a slice or 2 of salmon it was tiny diced bits throughout the scrambled egg. Bit disappointing. The next morning I had full English. Again the toast was cold and clearly not being toasted fresh to order. The bacon was very over done. The rest on the plate was ok. The last morning I chose eggs benedict which was lovely.
We had dinner on Easter Sunday which was very tasty but could have been presented a bit nicer on the plate. I asked for mustard to go with the roast beef to which I was told sorry we have run out. We were told the lamb had sold out which was understandable as we were eating at 7pm but then half an hour later the table behind us were offered lamb! However the couldn’t get mint sauce as that had run out as well!
Overall it was a nice stay but it felt a bit disorganised

Facilities were fine

Location was great & lovely decor.

Nestled in the charming hamlet of Bramshaw, The Bell Inn is perfectly located for exploring the New Forest. It’s ideal for scenic walks, golfing (for those who enjoy it), and visiting nearby villages and attractions. The coast is also within easy reach—around 40 minutes away, depending on traffic.

Although the hotel sits on a main road with a steady flow of traffic during the day, we found it to be nothing too disruptive for the time of year. A real highlight was seeing horses and donkeys roaming freely nearby, which added a lovely, quintessential New Forest touch—especially when enjoying breakfast or an evening meal.

The hotel benefits from a large garden with a selection of complimentary outdoor games, as well as a spacious car park to the rear, shared with the golf club. Dedicated hotel spaces are clearly marked, and even over the busy Easter weekend, we had no trouble finding parking.

Inside, the hotel offers a blend of modern and cosy rooms, with a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Dining is available in both the bar and restaurant, with a menu featuring a good selection of local fare. We found the food to be delicious and very well prepared—booking is definitely recommended during busier periods.

Above all, the young team working during our stay truly stood out. Despite it being a particularly busy weekend, they were attentive, polite, and incredibly hardworking. It was refreshing to experience such genuine hospitality, and they played a big part in making our stay so enjoyable.

Very clean, high quality products used in the bathroom and bedroom

We had a lovely time at the Bell inn. The room was as described cozy and well equipped. The staff was very welcoming and professional and was on hand for everything we needed. Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice.

Staff very helpful.
Evening meal was good.
Breakfast - plenty of choice for hot food, which was cooked well and brought to the table rather than buffet style which we prefer.
Room was lovely, spacious with excellent en suite. It faced the golf course so was quiet at night.

Everything!

Lovely location, quiet but easily accessible for main roads and towns as well. Easy parking and with good food in the pub, restaurant you can happily park up and enjoy a glass of wine with your dinner.