Macdonald Elmers Court Resort

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Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
8.2 (1191 reviews)
South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB , Lymington , GB
+44 344 879 9060

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Facilities

Full-service spa
Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful property
Nice staff
Spacious apartments
Excellent facilities
Cons:
Outdated furniture
Strong smell in apartment
Some cleanliness issues
High breakfast prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
Inconsistent cleanliness noted, with some areas needing more attention.
Service
9.06
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Location
9.1
Beautiful location with lovely views.
Room Quality
8.05
Room quality overall was good, but some issues with outdated furniture.
Amenities
8.58
Facilities including pool and sports options were highly rated.
Value for Money
7.54
Some guests felt it was overpriced for the quality.
Food and Beverage
7.09
Breakfast price noted as a downside.
Overall Experience
8.56
Enjoyable family break despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 21:05

Property Description

Luxurious Spa Services: Indulge in relaxation at our full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials.

Diverse Recreational Activities: Enjoy our outdoor pool, indoor pool, and spa tub for leisure.

Gourmet Dining and Beverages: Experience culinary delights at Waterford Restaurant or savor drinks at our elegant bars/lounges.

Immerse yourself in a world of comfort and luxury at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort. Book your stay now for a serene getaway in Lymington.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1191 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 7.54
Food and Beverage: 7.09
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Matt • couple • gb
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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JAMES • couple • gb
5
The stay was OK in the , but the Hotel is in a state of refurbishment with many rooms yet unfinished
Pros:

The refurbished restaurants were good and all staff were excellent; friendly, helpful and professional

Cons:

The hotel is in a state of reconstruction and refurbishment. we understood from an email from the property the pool facilities would not be ready and not open however the extent of building and construction work and building workers on the site was a real surprise. The first room offered as Deluxe room with terrasse was unacceptable and the terrasse was part of the building site. The second room offered was not Deluxe and was unfinished with many (15 we noted) faults after refurbishment yet to be sorted. After the first night we were moved to a Deluxe room with Terrasse that met our requirements and original booking. The Hotel manager was helpful to arrange the room move.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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GEE • couple • gb
1
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • se
8
A lovely hotel with great facilities, but not the peaceful retreat we had hoped for.
Pros:

THE NICI New Forest is a beautiful, modern hotel with stylish rooms, excellent facilities and a relaxed luxury atmosphere. We really enjoyed our stay, and the hotel itself is one of the nicest we visited during our trip.

Cons:

However, if you’re looking for peace and quiet, it’s worth knowing that many of the lodges face each other with only a small shared lawn in between. We found the rooms to be surprisingly noisy, and during the evening several families gathered outside, with children shouting and playing around the outdoor hot tubs. The noise carried very easily between the lodges.

We contacted reception late in the evening but unfortunately couldn’t get through, and our follow-up email afterwards was never answered.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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vernon • extended_group • gb
10
Look forward to next visit
Pros:

Lovely hotel, amazing staff

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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AMANDA • couple • gb
1
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Mel • couple • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
5
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Chun Wai • family_with_children • hk
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • family_with_children • gb
1
Cons:

Reservation was cancelled 2.5 hours before check-in, after we were contacted and advised the indoor / outdoor pool was not open. Martha’s restaurant was not ready / open and also the deluxe 2 bed apartment with seaview and deluxe 1 bed apartment where not available due to ongoing maintenance. Booked this a month prior for my father’s 70th birthday celebrations, extremely upsetting experience for us.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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jessica • family_with_children • gb
9
2025-11-22 • via Nuitee
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pauline • family_with_children • gb
9
enjoyable family break with kids
Pros:

space

2025-11-19 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • pt
8
Pros:

It’s a beautiful property. The pool area was really nice and our apartment was incredibly spacious. Bed was really nice and comfy and the staff was super helpful and friendly.

Cons:

Outdated furniture and there was a really strong smell in our apartment that wasn’t nice. The shower also needed some TLC.

2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Pool and sports facilities were excellent, two bedroom apartment was extremely comfortable.

Cons:

My wife found the bed mattress to be uncomfortable.

2025-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • gb
10
2025-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Janet • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent family venue
Pros:

Facilities

Cons:

Common area of apartments looking tired. Common area carpet needs hoovering.

2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Gini • solo_traveller • gb
5
There are lots of good points to this hotel, but the Henry Tudor building is not great.
Pros:

I stayed in a hotel room at Elmer's Court the previous week, and found it very comfortable, especially enjoying the excellent shower at the end of a long day, but I wanted to bring some of my own food and as the hotel room didn't have a fridge I tried a room with kitchenette instead. The comparison was really disappointing. However the good points were that there is lots of space and I was able to make my own food, and it was quiet.

Cons:

The cold water mains pressure was too low although the hot water was ok, so to get a warm temperature, not scalding, the hot water tap had to be turned down, and the result was just a trickle. The fridge froze my food, so I had throw some of the salads. The block, Henry Tudor, is the most unattractive building on the site, and in comparison to the up to date furnishings and function of the hotel rooms, this was really disappointing. I would have asked to be transferred to a hotel room, except that I had brought food for the stay and didn't want it to all go to waste. The leisure centre facilities were good, but even more than the previous week the changing room floors were grubby by the evening and really needed more regular hosing down. (The apartment itself was perfectly clean though). The steam room, out of use the week before, was still not up and running. It was not a fun experience, and I would avoid the Henry Tudor rooms if I were to stay here again.

2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • gb
8
Lovely for a mini break with heated pool fand sauna family friendly
Pros:

Lovely tudor appearance- grand entrance. Allocated parking space. Room to lock bikes. Lovely heated pool and sauna. Beautiful views to water at end if lawn. Spacious self catering apartment.

Cons:

Steam room out of order. Self catering property very dated in decor and smelled musty.

2025-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Clotilde • family_with_children • fr
8
2025-10-28 • via Nuitee