Boathouse Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (1526 reviews)
30 Shamrock Way, Hythe Marina , Hythe , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly Staff
Good Breakfast
Cons:
Room Condition
Amenities Require Maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
There were small 'luggage-scuff-marks' on the bedroom wall and other areas; noted cleanliness generally.
Service
8.6
Staff were very accommodating, friendly, and polite according to multiple reviews.
Location
9.1
Location consistently praised across several reviews as perfect and convenient.
Room Quality
7.1
Several rooms were described as tired and in need of maintenance, with issues noted.
Amenities
6.6
Fridge noise and several amenities requiring maintenance were mentioned.
Value for Money
8.1
Generally considered good value, especially for the location.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Breakfast was highlighted as great in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
8
A reasonable overall experience despite some noted issues, suggesting satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:48

Property Description

Waterfront Location at Hythe Marina
Experience the tranquility of the waterside at Boathouse Hotel, offering modern rooms with stunning marina views and free Wi-Fi.

Gourmet Dining Experience
Indulge in locally sourced dishes at our restaurant and unwind at the waterside bar, enjoying the serene atmosphere.

Convenient Access to Attractions
Explore the charming town of Hythe, with shops and dining a short walk away, or venture to the picturesque New Forest just 2 miles from the hotel. Easy access to Southampton makes Boathouse Hotel the perfect base for your coastal getaway.

Book now for a relaxing stay by the water and exceptional service at Boathouse Hotel.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1526 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 6.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
8
Lovely place for what we needed.. great price, great room, awesome view
Pros:

Lovely location, great price …

Cons:

The fact the gym underneath opened at 6.. and the music was loud enough to wake …

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Warwick • solo_traveller • gb
4
Poor customer service by reception staff but clean room and good location
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

This being my second short stay at the Boat House Hotel, I was extremely disappointed by the frankly rude reception I received from the bar/reception girl. Whilst I accept I did arrive 20 mins before the 15:00 check in time was given a very abrupt unwelcoming “ Check in time is 15:00 “ ! And then proceeded to smirk at her colleague at the bar as if that gave her great satisfaction!
When I did finally check in just after 15:00 having waited patiently outside the same girl just handed me a piece of paper with numbers on without any eye contact or without any explanation which I assumed was the code for door. So not a very welcoming experience and perhaps I would suggest the said girl has some training in customer service skills as first impressions count ! Other than that the room was clean and the location of hotel perfect.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Captain Clive • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location price and free parking.

Cons:

Lift has been out of order for months and communal areas need updating very scruffy.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Chesterton • solo_traveller • gb
10
Just excellent hotel!
Pros:

A lovely location, lovely hotel, excellent service from staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Annabelle • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable bed! Lovely location and view from the balcony. Short walk to the supermarket. Free parking.

Cons:

Breakfast was not ready at 8am like they said.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Mattus • couple • fi
8
Hope to return some day.
Pros:

The continental breakfast was basic but did the job well. I truly enjoyed the quiet and peaceful surroundings of this hotel in Hythe. A truly relaxing experience.

Cons:

The staff was friendly but their attire was a bit too casual for my liking.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great balcony views
Pros:

This was my second visit to this great hotel (my last was in 2015) and I had room 7 this time which has a balcony over looking Southampton Water, which I used when ever I could. The staff and food was great. Parking is free.

Cons:

The access to the balcony does not have full black out with it being a triangle window which meant I woke on the first morning when it got light, so I would need to bring my eye mask next time.

With being so close to the water it does have its downsides, but nothing that the hotel can do about the ships sounding their horns when you are trying to sleep.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
9
Nice locality to event
Pros:

The room was very spacious in a very nice area, good locality to Beaulieu Autojumble too.

Cons:

The fridge in the room was very loud.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • gb
5
We liked the location and the room had great views but we were disappointed that our quiet get away was disturbed by the
Pros:

Lovely views from the room, spacious accommodation.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Marie • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage direkt an der Marina. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Terrasse und dadurch freien Blick nach draußen was sehr angenehm ist.
Das Restaurant direkt darunter war nicht besetzt auf der Terrasse was für uns sehr angenehm war da es keine Geräuschekulisse gab.
Grosses sauberes Badezimmer
Parkplatz direkt vor der Tür

Cons:

Wir mussten leider bis weit nach 15h auf unser Zimmer warten. Wurden, als wir ankamen, nicht mal nach unserem Namen gefragt und einfach wieder weggeschickt mit dem Kommentar "das Zimmer ist noch nicht fertig ". Einchecken an der Bar war sehr unpersönlich und wurde sehr oberflächlich abgewickelt.
Wlan ist miserabel!
TV ist für die Größe des Zimmers viel zu klein und miserabel eingestellt. Was wir auch nicht korrigieren konnten. Ein Mitarbeiter wollte sich drum kümmern, ist aber nie bei uns erschienen. Da wie nur eine Nacht da waren war das zu verschmerzen.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

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Cons:

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2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • gb
7
Nice for a short break
Pros:

Great location
Size of the room was amazing

Cons:

The breakfast options was poor and was never asked if I would like either a cooked breakfast or even another cup of tea

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very enjoyable we will definitely be going back next year
Pros:

Its location the staff were really friendly nothing was too much trouble and the food was really good

Cons:

My only concern was the steepness of the stairs to the top floor

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The location was lovely, room was spacious and comfortable

Cons:

It was very strange to book in at the bar and was a little confusing as to where breakfast was and more like a place you would go for a meal and explore the marina views than somewhere you were staying as little guidance on booking in and food and so forth

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
9
Pre cruise heaven
Pros:

Location was fantastic. Room very spacious. Bed huge. Food in restaurant excellent quality

Cons:

Had to find cash to tip staff in restaurant , no facility to add to bill on card. Checkin had to queue with people wanting drinks at the bar

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
10
Lovely weekend away we will be back
Pros:

Location was fantastic

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee