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4- and 5-star hotels in Lyndhurst
This shortlist covers the 4- and 5-star hotels in Lyndhurst, from a 5-star country house to small guest houses and log cabins. It is for travellers who want a base in the New Forest village and are choosing between full-service hotels and quieter, self-contained stays.
Staying in Lyndhurst
Lyndhurst sits in the New Forest, and the hotels on this shortlist are spread across the village and its surrounding hamlets rather than clustered on one street. High Street, Romsey Road, Southampton Road and Queens Road addresses are in the village itself, while Beaulieu Rd, Brook, Bisterne Close Burley, Pikes Hill, Clay Hill and Godshill place others in the wider forest. That means you choose between walking distance to the village centre and a more tucked-away setting.
The mix suits different trips. Couples can pick a 5-star house with an outdoor pool and restaurant, or a country inn with a spa and massage. Families are covered by hotels listing family rooms, cots and gardens, and by guest houses with kitchens or cabins with fireplaces. Business travellers get conference halls, 24-hour front desks and free wifi, and short-break visitors can choose between full hotel service and a simple bed and breakfast.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lime Wood Hotel
Beaulieu Rd Lyndhurst So43 7Fz Uk, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
Why stay hereAs Lyndhurst's only 5-star address, Lime Wood Hotel sets the tone with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, backed by bars for a nightcap. Its Beaulieu Rd setting puts you on the doorstep of the New Forest, while conference halls and room service make it work equally well for a corporate stay or a leisurely break. Choose it if you want the highest class in town and swimming on site.
See Lime Wood HotelThe Crown Manor House Hotel
High Street, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereGuests rate The Crown Manor House Hotel 4.5 out of 5 across 672 reviews, and the High Street address places you in the middle of Lyndhurst. A restaurant, bar, garden and terrace cover meals and downtime, while the 24-hour front desk and free car parking smooth out arrivals. Families are catered for with family rooms, and the concierge helps with local plans. Suits travellers who want a central, well-reviewed 4-star base.
See The Crown Manor House HotelThe Bell Inn
Brook, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereThe Bell Inn pairs a spa and fitness centre with a restaurant, bar and garden at Brook, giving you both activity and somewhere quiet to unwind. With 734 reviews and a 4.4 out of 5 rating, it draws guests who want more than a bed for the night. Pets are allowed and parking is free, so dogs and cars are no problem. A good fit for travellers seeking leisure facilities alongside a Forest location.
See The Bell InnThe White Buck
Bisterne Close Burley, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe White Buck at Bisterne Close in Burley is the most reviewed of the group, with 1922 guest ratings averaging 4.3 out of 5. Its restaurant and bar handle dining, and the garden and terrace extend the day outdoors. Pets are welcome, parking is free, and wheelchair access is provided. That combination suits visitors who want a proven, well-used 4-star stop with room for dogs and easy access.
See The White BuckForest Lodge
Pikes Hill Romsey Road, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereForest Lodge on Pikes Hill Romsey Road offers an indoor pool and a restaurant, with a bar and garden for the hours around them. Family rooms, room service and free car parking round out the practical side, and pets are allowed. It sits on the Romsey Road approach to Lyndhurst, handy for arrivals by car. Best for guests who want swimming indoors and a relaxed, family-friendly setup.
See Forest LodgeRufus House
Southampton Rd Lyndhurst So43 7Bq Uk, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRufus House on Southampton Rd leans into the outdoors: archery, canoeing, fishing and horse riding are all listed, with a garden and terrace back at the property. Golf is available nearby and yoga is on offer for slower days. Free car parking and free Wifi keep the stay simple. It suits active guests who want to spend their time in and around the New Forest rather than in a lobby.
See Rufus HouseTemple Lodge Bed and Breakfast
2 Queens Rd Lyndhurst So43 7Br Uk, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereTemple Lodge Bed and Breakfast keeps things minimal: breakfast is provided, Wifi and car parking are free, and express check out speeds up departure. Wheelchair access is available, and the Queens Rd position is a short step from Lyndhurst's centre. With few extras on site, it works for travellers who plan to be out all day and want a straightforward, accessible 4-star bed and breakfast.
See Temple Lodge Bed and BreakfastClayhill House Bed & Breakfast
Clay Hill Lyndhurst So43 7De United Kingdom Lyndhurst, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereClayhill House Bed & Breakfast is a small, non-smoking option on Clay Hill with free car parking and internet access. There is no restaurant or bar to speak of, so the appeal is quiet and simple rather than busy. It fits guests who want a calm base in Lyndhurst and are happy to eat out. Choose it for a low-key stay with parking sorted.
See Clayhill House Bed & BreakfastCypress Log Cabins Accommodation
Cypress Godshill, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCypress Log Cabins Accommodation stands out for its indoor pool, jacuzzi and cabins with fireplaces and balconies at Godshill. Room service, free Wifi and free car parking are included, and the terrace and garden add outdoor space. Bathrobes and slippers are provided, and wheelchair access is available. Ideal for couples or small groups wanting self-contained cabins with a pool and hot tub on site.
See Cypress Log Cabins AccommodationLittle Hayes Guest House
Little Hayes Guest House 43 Romsey Road Lyndhurst So43 7Ar United Kingdom Lyndhurst, Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLittle Hayes Guest House on Romsey Road provides kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, oven and washing machine, plus a patio, terrace and garden. That makes it a practical choice for longer stays or families needing to cook. Family rooms, free Wifi and free car parking are included, and the whole property is non-smoking. Suits self-catering travellers who still want a guest house setting in Lyndhurst.
See Little Hayes Guest House
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Wood Hotel | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| The Crown Manor House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| The Bell Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The White Buck | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Forest Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rufus House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Temple Lodge Bed and Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Clayhill House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Cypress Log Cabins Accommodation | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Little Hayes Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Best reviewed
The Crown Manor House Hotel holds a 4.5 guest rating from 672 reviews and The Bell Inn 4.4 from 734, the two highest on this list. Both are 4-star, both have restaurants and bars, and both sit in the village rather than out in the forest, which makes them the safest first pick if reviews matter most to you.
For families
These four list family rooms, and The Bell Inn, Forest Lodge and Little Hayes Guest House add cots. The Crown Manor House Hotel and Forest Lodge have gardens; The Bell Inn has a fitness centre and spa, and Little Hayes Guest House has a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, which helps on longer stays with children.
The Crown Manor House Hotel · The Bell Inn · Forest Lodge · Little Hayes Guest House
Pets and the outdoors
The Bell Inn, The White Buck and Forest Lodge all allow pets. They are 4-star and set outside the village centre, so a car is useful.
Quiet, small stays
Temple Lodge Bed and Breakfast, Clayhill House Bed & Breakfast, Little Hayes Guest House and Cypress Log Cabins Accommodation are small-scale, non smoking places with free car parking. Cypress Log Cabins adds an indoor pool, jacuzzi, fireplace and balcony, and Little Hayes Guest House provides a full kitchen for self-catering.
Temple Lodge Bed and Breakfast · Clayhill House Bed & Breakfast · Little Hayes Guest House · Cypress Log Cabins Accommodation
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Lyndhurst?
The Crown Manor House Hotel has a High Street address, which places it in the village centre. The Bell Inn in Brook, The White Buck on Bisterne Close Burley, Lime Wood Hotel on Beaulieu Rd and the accommodation in Godshill and Clay Hill sit outside the village itself.
Which is the highest rated hotel on this list?
The Crown Manor House Hotel has a guest rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 672 reviews. The Bell Inn follows with 4.4 from 734 reviews, and The White Buck with 4.3 from 1922 reviews. The remaining hotels on the shortlist carry no guest rating in the data.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Lime Wood Hotel has an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, and Forest Lodge and Cypress Log Cabins Accommodation both list an indoor pool and a swimming pool. No other hotel on this shortlist lists pool facilities.
Can I bring a pet?
Pets are allowed at The Bell Inn, The White Buck and Forest Lodge. No other hotel on this shortlist lists pets allowed among its facilities, so check directly with the others before booking.
Is parking available?
Free car parking is listed at The Crown Manor House Hotel, The Bell Inn, The White Buck, Forest Lodge, Rufus House, Temple Lodge Bed and Breakfast, Clayhill House Bed & Breakfast, Cypress Log Cabins Accommodation and Little Hayes Guest House. Lime Wood Hotel lists parking without stating free car parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Crown Manor House Hotel, The Bell Inn, Forest Lodge and Little Hayes Guest House list family rooms. The Bell Inn, Forest Lodge and Little Hayes Guest House also list cots, and Little Hayes Guest House has a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine.
Do any have a spa or fitness facilities?
The Bell Inn lists a spa, massage and fitness centre. No other hotel on this shortlist lists spa, massage or fitness facilities, so The Bell Inn is the only option here if that matters to you.
Are there hotels with conference facilities?
Lime Wood Hotel lists a conference hall, and The Crown Manor House Hotel, The Bell Inn, The White Buck and Forest Lodge all list banquet facilities. Lime Wood Hotel, The Crown Manor House Hotel and The Bell Inn also provide room service.