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4- and 5-star hotels in Brockenhurst
A shortlist of the 4- and 5-star places to stay in Brockenhurst, from country-house hotels with spas and pools to self-catering cottages in the village and the surrounding lanes. It is for anyone weighing up a New Forest break here.
Staying in Brockenhurst
Brockenhurst sits in the New Forest, and the places on this shortlist are spread across the village and its edges: addresses here name Lyndhurst Road, Rhinefield Road, Sway Road, Grigg Lane and Bucklers Hard, with two hotels further out at Beaulieu Road and Palace Ln Beaulieu. The larger hotels cluster on the same approach roads. Rhinefield House Hotel and Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst share an address on Rhinefield Road, while Careys Manor & Senspa and Balmer Lawn Hotel are both on Lyndhurst Road. Rhinefield House Hotel is the highest rated of the shortlist at 4.6 out of 5 from 1387 reviews, with Careys Manor & Senspa, The Montagu Arms Hotel and Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst all at 4.5. Couples and spa-led weekends suit Careys Manor & Senspa and Rhinefield House Hotel; families have family rooms and pools at Balmer Lawn Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel; cottages suit longer self-catering stays.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
New Park Farm Cottage
1 New Park Farm Cottages Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereNew Park Farm Cottage is a 5-star self-catering retreat on Lyndhurst Road in Brockenhurst, with a full kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine for longer, slower stays. An open fireplace and private garden make it feel like a home rather than a hotel, and pets are welcome, so nobody has to be left behind. Non-smoking rooms throughout. Best suited to families or small groups who want to cook, spread out and explore Brockenhurst at their own pace.
See New Park Farm CottageForest Acorn
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Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereForest Acorn is a 5-star cottage on Grigg Lane in Brockenhurst, offering free wifi throughout, free car parking and a garage for the car. With non-smoking rooms, a cot available and towels provided, it works well for couples or families who prefer a quiet self-contained base over a serviced hotel.
See Forest AcornRailway Junction cottages
2 Railway Cottages Sway Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRailway Junction cottages sit on Sway Road in Brockenhurst, a 5-star address with a garden, terrace and patio for outdoor meals and unhurried afternoons. Inside there is a kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher, plus a fireplace and lounge, and horse riding is available nearby for guests keen to see the area from the saddle. Non-smoking rooms and free parking. Suits families or groups wanting space, privacy and a convenient village setting.
See Railway Junction cottagesRhinefield House Hotel
Rhinefield Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRhinefield House Hotel is a 4-star country house on Rhinefield Road in Brockenhurst, rated 4.6 out of 5 by 1387 guests. A spa, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre give days here an easy rhythm between activity and rest, while the restaurant and bar cover meals without leaving the grounds. Rooms are air conditioned and non-smoking, with family rooms available, and parking is free. Well suited to couples and families who want full facilities in a woodland setting.
See Rhinefield House HotelCareys Manor & Senspa
Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCareys Manor & Senspa is a 4-star hotel on Lyndhurst Road in Brockenhurst, scoring 4.5 out of 5 from 1404 guests. Its spa is the centrepiece, with an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and massage treatments, plus a fitness centre and golf nearby. Dining is covered by an on-site restaurant and bar, and horse riding can be arranged. Suits couples and anyone who wants a restorative break with everything under one roof.
See Careys Manor & SenspaThe Montagu Arms Hotel
Palace Ln Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Montagu Arms Hotel is a 4-star address on Palace Ln Beaulieu in Brockenhurst, rated 4.5 out of 5 by 818 guests. Balconies, a terrace and a garden give plenty of room to sit out, while the on-site restaurant, bar and 24-hour front desk cover dining and late arrivals. Family rooms and cots are available and pets are welcome. A good fit for couples and families who want a country-house stay with golf and horse riding within reach.
See The Montagu Arms HotelForest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New Forest
Rhinefield Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereForest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst is a 4-star hotel on Rhinefield Road, rated 4.5 out of 5 by 433 guests. Fishing is possible nearby and golf is within reach, so days can be spent outdoors before returning to the restaurant, bar and lounge. Family rooms, cots and 24-hour security are in place, and pets are allowed. Well suited to families and couples who want a relaxed base with straightforward amenities and free parking.
See Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New ForestBalmer Lawn Hotel
Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBalmer Lawn Hotel is a 4-star hotel on Lyndhurst Road in Brockenhurst, rated 4.4 out of 5 by 1137 guests. Both indoor and outdoor pools, plus a jacuzzi and massage treatments, make it a strong choice when swimming and unwinding matter as much as exploring. Balconies, a garden and a lounge add space to settle, and the restaurant and bar serve throughout the day. Suits families and couples, with family rooms and free parking available.
See Balmer Lawn HotelMaster Builders House Hotel
Bucklers Hard, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMaster Builders House Hotel is a 4-star hotel at Bucklers Hard in Brockenhurst, rated 4.2 out of 5 by 880 guests, and its riverside position is the draw. A garden, patio and terrace make the most of the setting, while the on-site restaurant, bar and room service handle meals. Family rooms, a fireplace and kitchen facilities suit longer stays. Ideal for couples and families wanting a quieter waterside base with golf and horse riding nearby.
See Master Builders House HotelBeaulieu Hotel
Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBeaulieu Hotel is a 4-star hotel on Beaulieu Road in Brockenhurst, rated 4.0 out of 5 by 641 guests. An indoor pool and a playground make it a practical pick for families, with a restaurant, bar and lounge for the rest of the day. Family rooms, cots and terraces are available, and pets are allowed. Suits parents travelling with children who want swimming and outdoor space on site and quick access to the surrounding area.
See Beaulieu Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Park Farm Cottage | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Forest Acorn | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Railway Junction cottages | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – |
| Rhinefield House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,387 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Careys Manor & Senspa | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,404 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Montagu Arms Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 818 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes |
| Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New Forest | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 433 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes |
| Balmer Lawn Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,137 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Master Builders House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 880 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes |
| Beaulieu Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 641 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For spa and pool
Careys Manor & Senspa has an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and spa. Rhinefield House Hotel adds an outdoor pool, spa, massage and fitness centre, and Balmer Lawn Hotel has both indoor and outdoor pools with a Jacuzzi. Beaulieu Hotel has an indoor pool and a playground for younger guests.
Careys Manor & Senspa · Rhinefield House Hotel · Balmer Lawn Hotel · Beaulieu Hotel
For pets
Pets are allowed at New Park Farm Cottage, Forest Acorn and Railway Junction cottages, all with gardens or outdoor space, and at Rhinefield House Hotel, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel, Master Builders House Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel.
New Park Farm Cottage · Forest Acorn · Rhinefield House Hotel · The Montagu Arms Hotel · Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New Forest · Balmer Lawn Hotel
For families
Family rooms are listed at Rhinefield House Hotel, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel, Master Builders House Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel. Cots appear at most of these, and Beaulieu Hotel also has a playground, while Balmer Lawn Hotel and Rhinefield House Hotel have pools.
Rhinefield House Hotel · The Montagu Arms Hotel · Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New Forest · Balmer Lawn Hotel · Master Builders House Hotel · Beaulieu Hotel
Self-catering
Railway Junction cottages also adds a patio, terrace and picnic area, while New Park Farm Cottage has a fireplace and garden.
New Park Farm Cottage · Forest Acorn · Railway Junction cottages
Where to stay in Brockenhurst
Rhinefield Road
Rhinefield Road is home to both Rhinefield House Hotel and Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst. The two sit on the same road out of the village, both with gardens, restaurants and free car parking, and both welcome pets.
Our picks here: Rhinefield House Hotel · Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst New Forest
Sway Road
Railway Junction cottages stands on Sway Road, with a garden, terrace and patio of its own. It is a single self-catering option on this road, useful if you want a kitchen, a fireplace and parking rather than hotel service.
Our picks here: Railway Junction cottages
Bucklers Hard
Master Builders House Hotel is the shortlist's Bucklers Hard address, with a river setting noted among its facilities and a garden, terrace and patio. It is the outlier of the group geographically, away from the village roads the other hotels sit on.
Our picks here: Master Builders House Hotel
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Brockenhurst?
The addresses do not give distances, so judge by road: Careys Manor & Senspa, Balmer Lawn Hotel and New Park Farm Cottage are on Lyndhurst Road, while Railway Junction cottages is on Sway Road and Forest Acorn on Grigg Lane. Rhinefield House Hotel and Forest Park sit out on Rhinefield Road.
Do any of these places have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Forest Acorn, Railway Junction cottages, Rhinefield House Hotel, Careys Manor & Senspa, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel, Master Builders House Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel. New Park Farm Cottage lists parking without stating a charge.
Can I bring a dog?
Pets are allowed at New Park Farm Cottage, Forest Acorn, Railway Junction cottages and Master Builders House Hotel, and also at Rhinefield House Hotel, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel. Careys Manor & Senspa does not list pets.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
Careys Manor & Senspa has an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and spa; Rhinefield House Hotel has an outdoor pool, spa and massage; Balmer Lawn Hotel has indoor and outdoor pools and a Jacuzzi; Beaulieu Hotel has an indoor pool. No other entry on the shortlist lists a pool.
Which is the best-rated hotel here?
Rhinefield House Hotel is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1387 reviews. Careys Manor & Senspa, The Montagu Arms Hotel and Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst are each rated 4.5, Balmer Lawn Hotel 4.4, Master Builders House Hotel 4.2 and Beaulieu Hotel 4.0. The cottages carry no guest rating.
Do the hotels have restaurants?
Restaurants are listed at Rhinefield House Hotel, Careys Manor & Senspa, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel, Master Builders House Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel, and bars at the same set.
Can we book a room for a family?
Family rooms are listed at Rhinefield House Hotel, The Montagu Arms Hotel, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn Brockenhurst, Balmer Lawn Hotel, Master Builders House Hotel and Beaulieu Hotel. Cots are listed at many of these, and Beaulieu Hotel also has a playground. For more space, the cottages have kitchens.
Are any of these suitable for a short break without a car?
Railway Junction cottages takes its name from the railway and sits on Sway Road, and Forest Acorn is on Grigg Lane, both close to the village's roads rather than the outlying hotel estates. The site does not give transport times, so check onward travel yourself.









