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The NICI New Forest

Property class: 4
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near New Forest National Park

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A large, traditional brick building with multiple chimneys, a symmetrical facade, and a well-manicured lawn in front.
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and plants.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and a checkered upholstered chair.
A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lymington Pier Ferry Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, JW Day Spa and Beauty
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a vase with flowers on a nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, books, and a vase with flowers.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, books, and a vase with flowers.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of greenery, and a sloped ceiling.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of greenery, and a sloped ceiling.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with a floral pillow, a red throw blanket, and a wooden headboard. There is a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a candle.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A spacious living area with a dining table, seating, and a television.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (Garden Deck)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Garden Deck)

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden Deck)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a bottle and glass, a TV on the wall, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Studio, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Garden)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Garden)

A neatly made hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a book titled 'HAMPTON'S PRIVATE'.

Standard Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Manor)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Manor)

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a fireplace.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (NICI)

Suite, 1 King Bed (NICI)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Manor Standard)

Room, 1 King Bed (Manor Standard)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Manor)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a reading lamp, a bench, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Manor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Suite, 1 King Bed (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for House, 4 Bedrooms (Eastway)

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, and a plaid blanket.

House, 4 Bedrooms (Eastway)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 King Beds

About the area

Lymington

Lymington retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find New Forest National Park and Lymington Pier Ferry Port. Also, Lymington Sea Water Baths is within 2 miles (3 km) and Yarmouth Castle is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • New Forest National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • JW Day Spa and Beauty - 11 min drive - 2.0 km
  • St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 35 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Lymington Pier Station - 4 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monkey Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East End Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tudor Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The NICI New Forest

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near New Forest National Park
The NICI New Forest offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly The NICI New Forest. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Lymington hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 9 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1820
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The NICI New Forest offers 42 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch plasma televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 10 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • 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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The NICI New Forest to the airport?

The NICI New Forest is 17.3 mi (40-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The NICI New Forest?

As of Sept 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The NICI New Forest on Oct 1, 2026 start from CA $287, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The NICI New Forest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The NICI New Forest.

How close is The NICI New Forest to the beach?

This hotel is 4.7 mi (44-min drive) from Yarmouth Beach and 6 mi (19-min drive) from Milford on Sea Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The NICI New Forest offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The NICI New Forest, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The NICI New Forest?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The NICI New Forest?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The NICI New Forest?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The NICI New Forest have a pool?

The NICI New Forest features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The NICI New Forest have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine and garden views.

Does The NICI New Forest have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages and body treatments.

How close is The NICI New Forest to downtown Lymington?

The NICI New Forest is 2 mi away from Boldre.

The NICI New Forest Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 662 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy every time we stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Currently under renovation, but still an excellent property. The staff were great, a special thanks to Laura for her assistance with an issue I had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a building site and not for for purpose
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Denis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not informed hotel was undergoing a renovation in a terrible state and was unable to stay there had to return home completely ruined our planed break very disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but there is a lot of building work going on
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the resort is undergoing major renovations and we were warned about this beforehand. All the leisure facilities were close but the grounds are lovely. We hope they keep the family cottages once the renovations are complete.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Currently being refurbished so perhaps our experience was not typical. However the staff were unexceptional, breakfast very poor and room clean but dated. The location is wonderful so maybe when the refurb is complete it will all improve.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darpankumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort and facilities and short drive to Lymington town!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of updating was evidently in progress which we were warned about in advance, but we were not disturbed at all as it was a weekend. The room was very spacious and comfy with a huge comfy bed. Staff were lovely. The main building and grounds were gorgeous. Our only niggle was lack of enough milk in the room (we love lots of tea and coffee), and one of the sachets of milk was off, as it turned lumpy in the tea). We didn't complain as only there for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice surroundings and close to Town. Ferryman Pub is worth a visit too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was great and not troubled by the extensive renovations. The price matched the amenities which were not available like spa and swimming pools. Gym was available but did not use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DEMETRIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff and excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Currently the hotel is under refurbishment. A lot of amenities wasnt available. Including a hot breakfast on Sunday morning, which was on Saturday. Not a lot of food available on either days. Didn't have the same feel as other macdonald hotels. Rooms were far from reception, which was tricky when it was raining. Rooms were OK.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff, lovely surroundings and fab breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Milly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The view was lovely and the apartment was spacious, well equipped and comfortable. The bed sheets and pillows unfortunately let the sleep down. They smelt disgusting, like bleach. The bed was full of little bits and wasn’t very clean. Other than bad sleep, it was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very dated rooms but beautiful grounds and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice grounds and setting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room but not easy to find in the pouring rain, dark and in the middle of building works.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has been taken over and is being refurbished no amenities all under construction. Not notified after booking asked to review did we enjoy by the pool and fine dining in the restaurant all closed main manor house gutted . Take away limited menu continental breakfast. Indoor and outdoor pools drained and closed . Signage poor.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff and surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We understand that these amazing buildings have to be renovated but charging full price for a hotel with no facilities at all is very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Varied range of accommodation, good facilities, comfortable and in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third time to Elmer’s. It is a lovely space with excellent facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025