The Elvetham Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (2593 reviews)
Hartley Wintney , Farnborough , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Gorgeous location
Friendly staff
Beautiful grounds
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Noise disturbances
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
Several reviews mentioned unclean rooms and hair found in bedding.
Service
9.55
Staff were described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
9.59
Praise for the gorgeous location and peaceful setting.
Room Quality
7.54
Inconsistent reviews with some rooms described as ordinary and noisy.
Amenities
9.07
Amenities suitable for a country house hotel, with beautiful grounds.
Value for Money
8.03
Some complaints regarding the room quality relative to the price.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food was noted as superb, though choices limited in festive season.
Overall Experience
9.05
Reviews indicate a generally positive experience, though with noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:37

Property Description

Historic Victorian Mansion
Experience the charm of The Elvetham, a 19th-century Victorian Mansion with a rich history dating back to Tudor times. Nestled in 35 acres of picturesque gardens, this enchanting property offers a unique stay in North Hampshire.

Luxurious Bedrooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in one of our 92 individually styled bedrooms, each offering a blend of historic character and modern comforts. From en-suite bathrooms to smart TVs, we ensure a relaxing stay with all the essential amenities at your fingertips.

Explore Local Attractions and Activities
Discover the quaint village of Hartley Wintney, local shops, pubs, and scenic walks in the Hampshire countryside. With attractions like West Green House and Legoland Windsor nearby, there's no shortage of entertainment options for our guests.

Experience the elegance and history of The Elvetham. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note the extra bed price does not include breakfast for the additional guest in the room.

The credit card used to make the booking will need to be processed at check-in and an additional authorization will be taken.

The Room images shown are designed to give guests an idea of the room type booked. Each room is unique and may vary from the actual picture shown. Please contact the hotel if you would like further information.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2593 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Galatia couple gr
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Galatia couple gr
9
Can’t wait to go back!
Pros:

This was our second stay at The Elvetham, and this time we stayed in the Stables, which we enjoyed; albeit the main hotel building is of incomparable grandeur. We love the hotel’s incredible history. The 5 km walk around the grounds is one of the highlights of staying here - absolutely beautiful.

Cons:

The shower was clogged, and the water wasn’t draining properly. That said we did not report it to the reception.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Nigel extended_group gb
8
Enjoyable
Pros:

Lovely setting and fascinating old buildings

Cons:

Bed far too hard.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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butler solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Arina family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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benjamin couple gb
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Patrick couple gb
10
A quiet and beautiful spot, with outstanding service
Pros:

All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our stay was during the hottest day of the recent heatwave, and our room was uncomfortably hot when we arrived. When we asked for help with this, the housekeeping staff spared no effort in finding mobile air conditioning units and fans for the room, giving us a comfortable night. The buildings and grounds were lovely, including a shady garden with deck chairs provided. The food and service at dinner and breakfast were excellent.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Gottfried family_with_children at
9
A fairytale castle
Pros:

Wonderful Architecture and Tradition, nice room (had one in the stable), a very delicious dinner and breakfast!

Cons:

There was a slight musty smell in the room, possibly coming from the air conditioning.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Clive solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The location, the surroundings, and the presentation of the hotel.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Karsten couple de
10
Pros:

So wie man sich im besten Sinn einen Aufenthalt auf einem alten Landgut vorstellt. Super große Anlage, tolles Gebäude, innen sehr authentisch eingerichtet. Hat die Erwartungen wirklich übertroffen.

Cons:

Wir waren zu zweit unterwegs. Da ist ein Bett mit etwa 1,6m breite schon etwas knapp.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Oluwaseyi couple gb
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Debby couple gb
9
Relaxing atmosphere
Pros:

Beautiful grounds. Room was perfect. Food and service was good.

Cons:

Smoking tables were right outside the open doors to the restaurant which was horrible when having a meal.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
Pros:

The setting is fabulous and perfect for our family celebration.
The staff were all extremely attentive and made our stay very pleasant and our family event a great success.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller gb
9
Restful, very comfortable perfect.
Pros:

The understanding of staff, and the ambiance of the place.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Christian Lind couple dk
9
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
7
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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kerri couple gb
8
Excellent breakfast, kind staff, comfy bed.
Pros:

The property and surroundings are stunning.

Cons:

Our room felt a little shabby in places. We were in the stables and some parts (doorways, hallways) were a little rundown or broken and parts of our room felt shabby.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Alexandre family_with_children fr
8
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Hasan couple gb
10
A magical stay in the Seymour Suite
Pros:

Visited with my wife for our anniversary. The staff made us feel very special the whole time. We stayed in the Seymour Suite which was fantastic. Complimentary breakfast and a cosy atmosphere the whole time. Even managed to fit in a little murder mystery case file at the bar one evening.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee