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Balmer Lawn Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Victorian hotel with 2 restaurants

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Terrace/patio
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Meeting facility
Exterior
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, England, SO42 7ZB
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brockenhurst College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Small Standard Room

Small Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Family Room (Annex)

Superior Family Room (Annex)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room, Balcony

Luxury Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Brockenhurst

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Brockenhurst hotel, you'll find New Forest National Park and Lymington Pier Ferry Port. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Beaulieu National Motor Museum and New Forest Wildlife Park.

What's nearby

  • New Forest National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Brockenhurst College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Nicholas Church - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 18 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Brockenhurst Station - 15 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig Beer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Paddle In The Forest - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪THE PIG - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Balmer Lawn Hotel

Family-friendly Victorian hotel with 2 restaurants
Balmer Lawn Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3369 square feet (313 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a hot tub, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Balmer Lawn Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Brockenhurst hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3369 sq ft of conference space
  • 313 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1880
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Balmer Lawn Hotel offers 54 accommodations with DVD players and video-game consoles. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Brockenhurst hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

New Forest Spa & Wellness Centre has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Similar properties

Exterior
Careys Manor & Senspa
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 354 reviews
The price is CA $318
CA $381 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Careys Manor & Senspa

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with digital channels
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 30 to May 31:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.00 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 80 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open May 20 and close September 15.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Balmer Hotel
Balmer Lawn
Balmer Lawn Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Hotel
Balmer Lawn Hotel Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Brockenhurst, New Forest National Park
Balmer Lawn Hotel Hotel
Balmer Lawn Hotel Brockenhurst
Balmer Lawn Hotel Hotel Brockenhurst

Balmer Lawn Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 302 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, bed was very comfortable. Staff were very courteous and helpful. Food was really well presented and delicious. Facilities at the hotel were excellent. We had a lovely stay, everything you need for a relaxing break away in a lovely part of the New Forest.
We had a lovely room and although it was an inside room, we still had a view to look out on
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not worth paying the extra £30pp for the spa, very nice and clean facilities but not worth the extra price just for a sauna and steam room, did enjoy sitting in the relaxation room but still not worth £30pp just for that. However the pool and jacuzzi already included in the price were not ok. Pool very small, shallow and cold, not able to swim in it. Jacuzzi also way too cold for a jacuzzi and is tiny, says can fit 6 people but only it you are sitting on each others laps! Very basic, area around the pool cramped and not very relaxing, was not what I was expecting from the photos. Rest of the hotel very nice, dinner and breakfast both lovely although dinner portions on the small side. Room and hotel itself very nice and clean, bar area around the fire very nice and cosy. Some staff a bit clueless but all friendly and polite. No fridge in the room which I always find slightly annoying. Overall very nice stay just disappointed in the spa and pool as booked for a nice relaxing spa break which we did not feel we got. Fine for a normal hotel stay with no expectations of a nice spa.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, food was great and the setting is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpfull staff, at reception, in the bar and restaurant. Excellent breakfast all the food was hot and the chocolate croissants were warm, really unusual in all the hotels we have stayed in over over several years. Gold star!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really comfortable room. Lovely area - I’ve stayed before and deliberately chose to return here to this hotel. Nice to have the pool and jacuzzi.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

jodie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the hotel is tired the standard room we were given was terrible . the bar is nice and the breakfast was great again the pool needs a refit and i think its very poor that u have to pay to use the spa when your staying ..staff were friendly but wouldnt return
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Arrival - good. Simone looked after us well and we managed to check in early. Afternoon Tea - good. Honestly, for me I would prefer to be asked whether I wished to dial up the savoury or the sweet as this offering was too sweet for me especially the chocolate ganache Bedroom - ok. Bed linen had black mark on sheet. Bed frame had wear marks, shower glass had water marks, shower fixture was loose. We were in Room 3 - the noise from upstairs gave the impression there was a baby elephant stamping above us - not conducive to a relaxed environment. Breakfast- good. Fair selection on offer - surprised to hear Capuccino was a supplement, but ok. Bar - good. Enjoyed the music and the bar staff were helpful and sat in the tent and used heaters Pool - good. Changing facilities good too. Parking - good. No issue finding a space on site. Checkout - I do not recall going to a hotel that had a 10:30 am checkout time especially on a Sunday morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Noisy room .could hear kids upstairs .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that you can walk straight into the forest
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for visiting the new forest with our dog, it’s a very dog friendly hotel. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.Breakfast was really tasty and a great choice. We didn’t have the best view but would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and breakfast provided a good selection. Room was quite dated and there could have been more attention to detail on the cleaning. Location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the hotel was lovely, including room, food, staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alec

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel are fantastic, there is a good mix of ages working here and all are top notch when it comes to customer service. The food is fabulous, good quality, fresh and soooo tasty (compliments to the chef who cooked our anniversary meal, really made our night along with the service thank you 💕)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic 2 day stay attending our friends wedding. It was an ideal location and nothing was too much trouble for the lovely friendly staff. I would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jackie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

The staff were amazing, every single person we interacted with. The hotel was lovely, although the room was a little dated. We also found 2 x head hairs on the bedsheet. Pillows quite hard / lumpy. The spa was really nice and the staff there were great. The pools, both inside and out were NOT heated despite the website / booking saying they would be and the staff at check in advised us. Overall a lovely stay but a few little things would have meant a 5 star review rather than the 4 star I am giving it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Excellent restaurant with a great choice of food and wine. The room was clean and tidy and well appointed. The staff were helpful and friendly. Special mention for Hayley in the restaurant who was a great asset to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid week break

A lovely hotel in the beautiful New Forest. Dog friendly and seemed very popular. Decorated nicely and some modern fabric choices on furnishings. Relaxed completely in the pool and sauna and felt invigorated by the hot tub. Would stay again if I could afford it, but it is a little pricey for my budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for attending the New Forest show, a 10 minute walk away through the woods, avoiding the traffic jams. The pools were lovely too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025