Penny Farthing Hotel & Cottages

Hotels
8.2 (3261 reviews)
Romsey Road , Lyndhurst , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Great value for money
Cons:
Noise from other guests
Tired external appearance
Maintenance issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Many reviews mention the hotel as clean; however, some guests noted the external tiredness and maintenance issues.
Service
8.76
Guests generally praised friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to their experience.
Location
8.8
The location received consistent praise, with guests enjoying its proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Some positive comments about room cleanliness and comfort, but concerns about noise and upkeep were mentioned.
Amenities
7.78
Basic amenities acknowledged; some suggestions for improvements but generally adequate.
Value for Money
8.24
Value for money reportedly good, especially with the included breakfast and pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Most guests were satisfied with the breakfast options, although some minor suggestions were made.
Overall Experience
7.96
Overall positive experiences reported, despite some issues noted by guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 05:04

Property Description

Renovated Rooms
Experience comfort and style in our newly renovated bedrooms, offering a variety of room types to suit every guest's needs, including popular 3-bed cottages. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast with every room booking, ensuring a great start to your day.

Convenient Amenities
Relax in our en suite rooms equipped with TVs, free tea/coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Unwind at our fully licensed bar or take advantage of complimentary parking in our private car park.

Ideal Location
Located in the heart of Lyndhurst, our hotel is surrounded by shops, bars, and restaurants, making it the perfect base to explore the New Forest. Don't miss out on the opportunity to discover the beauty of the national park just a short walk away.

Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience at our charming hotel!

Important information:

Please note that only the number of guests indicated at booking can enter the room.

Pets can be accommodated at the property for an additional fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay.

Payment due upon arrival.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £55 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3261 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 7.78
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Staff lovely

Cons:

Tap at the sink

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • ie
8
Very friendly staff & great breakfast. The building is a bit outdated but still very comfortable. The weather was ex
Pros:

Very good breakfast & friendly staff

Cons:

A bit outdated but still comfortable

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Tom • family_with_children • gg
9
Good hotel, great staff and location, would happily go back and recommend
Pros:

Friendly atmosphere and quite quirky

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Hannele • extended_group • au
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Morris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

We come every year for the Netley Marsh Steam Rally. And the Hotel is a short drive to the show.
The room is always clean the bed very comfortable.
The breakfast is good.
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2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pleasant stay
Pros:

The staff were lovely and friendly, the location was good for exploring the New Forest, breakfast was very good.

Cons:

The beds were really uncomfortable and the room got very warm, even with the fans.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Beth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Convenient. Clean. Spacious.

Cons:

We slept ok but only because we had ear plugs. The king sized bedroom in 'Mad Hatter 1' looked out on to the main road. The room had a fan but in the current temperatures we were a bit hot.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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lindsey • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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BrunoBarolo • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Tarryn • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Britta • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Poppy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stay
Pros:

Great location, lovely breakfast, friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

I was there during the heatwave and on the top floor so the room was a bit hot, but there were fans in the room which helped :)

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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AMANDA • couple • gb
7
Fab location for an overnight stay
Pros:

Property is a little dated carpet wise, but it’s charming to. Parking is ample at the back of the property. There is a small garden and also a small table and chairs next to the entrance. All the staff are lovely and breakfast is delicious.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely room, lovely breakfast, lovely location

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Russ • solo_traveller • gb
8
Overnight stay
Pros:

Had a good nights sleep

Cons:

Few cobwebs in room.
Stairs quite steep, especially for my wife, who has mobility issues

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Claire • extended_group • gb
8
Great location, friendly staff and everything we needed for an overnight base.
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, car park, basic but clean and had everything we needed. Would stay again.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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tracey • couple • gb
6
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great place to stop over on the way to Southàmpton for our cruise. Nice little guest house. Would have been perfect if it weren't for the heat!

Cons:

The room was so hot that we couldn't sleep. It was in a heat wave but the fans in the room were inadequate. We had to have the windows open but being on a main road meant that it was very noisy.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
Nice accommodation, clean, friendly staff, perfect for a short dog friendly trip.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff. Room clean and well presented. Nice breakfast, ample parking, close to shops and pubs. Dog friendly

Cons:

Very hot weather during my stay, no fridge in room, my oversight when reading room description, but a fridge would have been useful. However, staff helpful and let me keep drinks in a fridge downstairs . My room was directly facing a very noisy road and due to hot weather needed my window open so kept me awake. In colder weather this wouldn’t be an issue .

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee