Curated luxury hotels in South West England

Formerly a Georgia Dower House of the Northerwood Estate, Forest Lodge Hotel blends historical charm and contemporary style with warm hospitality. Located just minutes from the 'capital' of the New Forest, there’s plenty of walks from the door and an array of boutique shops just a short stroll away.

Stylishly decorated with a warm and cosy colour palette, rooms feature a flat-screen TV, complimentary toiletries, bottled water and tea and coffee making facilities.

A welcoming casual bistro style restaurant serving comforting classics, from light bites and hearty mains to stone-baked pizzas and indulgent desserts. With generous portions and options for all dietary needs, it’s relaxed, flavourful dining for every appetite. Breakfast offering includes a continental buffet selection or cooked-to-order breakfasts at an additional charge. Should you wish to opt for something else the village of Lyndhurst is only a 10 minute stroll away which offers a diverse choice of bar, cafes and restaurants.

The large indoor, heated swimming pool is also a big attraction and is exclusively for hotel guests.

Family friendly, dogs are also welcome at Forest Lodge Hotel.

Steeped in 16th century heritage, Stanbrook Abbey Hotel offers a distinct escape in the Worcestershire countryside. This Grade II listed former monastery immerses guests in grandly preserved original architecture, from the dramatic stone cloisters to striking gothic stained-glass windows providing an authentic glimpse into monastic life.

Accommodation includes 70 well-appointed bedrooms lovingly updated with modern amenities while retaining period charms. Dine on brasserie fare in The Refectory restaurant, the former nun's cafeteria, or explore the 26 acres of lush gardens and grounds.

As one of Worcestershire's most unique getaways, Stanbrook Abbey seamlessly blends historic ambiance with contemporary comforts. The breathtaking setting provides an idyllic backdrop for romantic escapes, fairytale weddings, special events and meetings.

Whether drawn by the abbey's captivating story or seeking a distinctive venue, Stanbrook Abbey promises an extraordinary experience steeped in heritage and natural beauty.

As a dog-friendly property, pets are welcome to experience this countryside retreat. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free parking are available on-site.

Stanbrook Abbey Hotel is part of the Hand Picked Hotels collection of distinctive country house hotels and coastal resorts across the UK and the Channel Islands.

This luxuriously eclectic boutique hotel is set in the heart of the countryside, offering a one-of-a-kind escape with dramatic interiors, indulgent dining, and an atmosphere like no other.

Each individually designed room at Crazy Bear blends opulence with playful extravagance, featuring rich textures, statement furnishings, and luxury touches. Some rooms are set within the original characterful building, while others are within unique converted spaces, all equipped with flat-screen TVs, plush bedding, and premium toiletries.

The hotel offers two exceptional dining experiences:

Oak, our fine dining British restaurant, showcases the best of seasonal ingredients, celebrating classic and contemporary flavours in a stunningly elegant setting.
Our Thai restaurant, a striking and atmospheric space, serves authentic Thai cuisine, bringing the bold and fragrant flavours of Thailand to your table.

Guests can also enjoy signature cocktails, decadent afternoon teas, and Thai massage that make every stay unforgettable.

From January 2025, The Crazy Bear embarks on a thrilling new chapter under fresh management, bringing a host of exciting enhancements and additions—stay tuned!

Enjoy the perfect blend of luxury and convenience, with complimentary parking and WiFi, all within effortless reach of Oxford’s vibrant city centre. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a special celebration, or an indulgent weekend retreat, The Crazy Bear promises an unforgettable experience.

Located in Brown Candover, 19 km from Jane Austen's House Museum, The Woolpack Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 34 km from Highclere Castle.

At the inn, all rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. At The Woolpack Inn each room is equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

A buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Brown Candover, like hiking.

The Mayflower Theatre is 34 km from The Woolpack Inn, while Southampton Guildhall is 35 km away. Southampton Airport is 28 km from the property.

Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh is located near the M3 and M27 motorways, 2.5 miles from Southampton airport, 9 minute travel time. It offers a health club with an indoor pool, fully equipped gym and sauna. Southampton city centre is 7 miles from the hotel.

Holiday Inn Eastleigh offers spacious rooms, with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air-conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities.

Guests can enjoy contemporary cuisine in Open Lobby or dine in their room with 24-hour room service. Children under 12 stay and eat for free.

Free high-speed WiFi is available for all guests.. The head offices of B&Q, Aviva and IBM Hursley are all within a 15-minute drive. Paultons Park theme park, home to Peppa Pig World, is 9 miles away.

Conveniently situated off junction 25 of the M5, the Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct25, is between the cities of Exeter and Bristol and less than an hour away from both. Free Wi-fi is available throughout and meeting rooms are available to book.

Rooms at the Holiday Inn are furnished in a modern style and use neutral décor. They are all equipped with an en suite bathroom and a TV.

Hot breakfasts and evening meals are served in the restaurant, and during the warmer months, guests can dine outside.

Taunton is a bustling town dating back to Saxon times situated in the scenic county of Somerset. Taunton Rail Station is just a 10-minute drive from the hotel and the West Country coastline is no further than 30 miles in either direction.

The hotel boasts a You Fit leisure club which includes an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, fully equipped gym and a sauna. The use of the leisure club is complimentary for overnight guests.

With a stay at The Bat and Ball Cuddesdon in Oxford, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and The Raymond Blanc Gardening School. This bed & breakfast is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from University of Oxford and 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from Bicester Village.

In the heart of the New Forest’s scenery, King Charles II's old hunting lodge is now a luxury hotel. The New Park Manor Hotel offers a fully equipped spa and an award-winning restaurant.

With free internet, luxurious beds and a TV, rooms at New Park Manor Hotel also have bright, traditional décor. Bathrooms have Bramley Products, whilst some rooms enjoy views of the local forest.

Luxury facilities at Bath House Spa include relaxation and massage treatments using mineral rich muds and aromatic oils. It also has a large swimming pool, sauna and an outdoor hot tub.

Modern, rustic English cuisine and local specialities like game or venison are served in the Stag Restaurant. Other pubs and restaurants are only 1 mile away, in Brockenhurst.

Nestled in beautiful woodland, lovely walks and cycle paths are on the hotel’s doorstep, with bike hire available. Boating and sailing is on offer in Lymington, 5 miles away.

Please note that our Superior and Deluxe room types offer rollaway beds for children staying in them. These are only suitable for children aged up to 12yrs.

Three Horseshoes Country Inn features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Barry. Located around 17 km from Principality Stadium, the inn with free WiFi is also 17 km away from St David's Hall. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from Cardiff Castle.

At the inn, rooms have a wardrobe. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Three Horseshoes Country Inn rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Pizza and Scottish cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Three Horseshoes Country Inn offers a children's playground. You can play darts at this 4-star inn.

Cardiff University is 18 km from the inn, while Motorpoint Arena Cardiff is 18 km away. Cardiff Airport is 8 km from the property.

Located in Taunton, The Castle at Taunton is a 1-minute drive from County Cricket Ground and 7 minutes from Quantock Hills. This hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Blackdown Hills and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Somerset Towpath.

In the heart of the New Forest and close to the village centre of Brockenhurst, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest, Hampshire - The Coaching Inn Group offers accommodation with cosy log fires, scenic views, a sun terrace, free parking and free Wi-Fi.

The spacious rooms feature a private bathroom and Freeview TV. Many rooms have garden or forest views. The large garden is perfect for the dog lovers welcomed by Forest Park in ground floor rooms.

The hotel offers a country inn with locally sourced food and the bar offers its own New Forest gin. Award-winning chefs deliver great modern British food.

With Lyndhurst, Lymington, Beaulieu, Burley and Ringwood minutes away, this hotel is ideally situated for any trip to the New Forest National Park.

Iconic and independently owned we are a 4 Star Hotel & Spa in the heart of the beautiful New Forest National Park.

We pride ourselves on offering great service in a relaxed atmosphere. Room allocations all inclusive of a full English breakfast. We welcome families and their fury friends! With extensive leisure facilities - indoor and outdoor pools and Jacuzzi. The New Forest Spa & Wellness Centre featuring a Finnish Sauna, Steam Room, Ice Room, Rainforest & Monsoon Showers, Six peaceful treatment rooms, including a dual suite, offering ESPA rituals tailored to your needs, a beautiful Relaxation Area and Private Changing & Shower Rooms designed for comfort and privacy.

Beresfords, our 2 AA Rosette award winning restaurant offers some of the finest locally sourced food in the area. Our second restaurant The Lodge Kitchen and Bar with pizza oven, is a beautifully decorated "stretched tent" which opens onto our delightful outdoor Terrace.

Our 6 function rooms are ideal for parties, weddings, conferences and more. Direct forest access enables you to explore the beautiful New Forest on foot or cycle with Brockenhurst village only a 10 minute walk away. We hope to see you soon.

Originally built as a private house dating back to 1673, this old worlde property is full of character and charm, and provides free Wi-Fi and traditional home-cooked food.

Situated 2 miles from the centre of Christchurch, this 13-bedroom inn offers the opportunity to sample Fullers real ales and traditional home cooked local produce.

The rooms all have en suite facilities and a TV. They are split between the main building and the coach house.

Close to the New Forest and many places of interest, the Fisherman's Haunt is the ideal location for the country lover & angler, tourist and businessman with links to all the major motorways, 2 miles from Christchurch and just 10 minutes away from Bournemouth International Airport.

Dog friendly rooms are limited and subject to availability, please call ahead of making your booking to confirm allocation to a dog friendly room.

Please note this property does not serve breakfast.

Overlooking the Malvern Hills, The Bank House Hotel & Golf Club is 3 miles from Worcester and the spa town of Malvern. Junction 7 of the M5 motorway can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive.

Each spacious room at The Bank House Hotel have individually decorated interiors and feature TVs, radios and hairdryers. Most also have work desks and free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

Using only fresh English ingredients, the restaurant serves a traditional menu with a modern twist. Panoramic views of the beautiful grounds can be taken in while guests enjoy their meals.

Bank House Hotel & Golf Club also has easy access to the M6 and M40, with Birmingham 50 minutes' drive away. Great Malvern Station is a mile away and offers direct trains to London Paddington. The hotel is situated next to Bransford Golf Club, which features a challenging 18-hole course.

Greyhound features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Taunton. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Golden Cap.

The units in the inn are equipped with a kettle. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Greyhound all rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

The breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options.

Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 50 km from the accommodation, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 33 km away. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

Set in picturesque Brockenhurst, in the heart of the New Forest, this spa hotel offers luxury accommodation, 2 AA Rosette award-winning cuisine and a gym with a swimming pool.

Spacious rooms are elegantly styled, and many enjoy views of the pretty hotel gardens. Each includes a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a luxury private bathroom with White Company toiletries.

Cambium at Careys Manor Hotel is a creative and enchanting dining experience. The hotel’s French restaurant Le Blaireau offers simple, high quality authentic French cuisine. The Zen Garden at Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa serves Thai cuisine.

Senspa at Careys Manor boasts an extensive range of state-of-the-art and traditional therapies and treatments, and guests can relax in a Laconicum heat room. Guests aged 16 or older can enjoy free use of the health club facilities, including a swimming pool, sauna, spa bath, steam room and gymnasium. Additional charges will apply for using the SenSpa Hydrotherapy facilities and treatments.

Surrounded by natural beauty in the New Forest National Park, the south coast is just a 15-minute drive away from the hotel.

Located in Taunton, Meryan House Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of AJ'z Activity Centre and West Sedgemoor Nature Reserve. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Exmoor National Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from County Cricket Ground.

Located in Reading and with LaplandUK reachable within 28 km, The New Inn - Kidmore End provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 30 km from Legoland Windsor, 31 km from Dorney Lake and 31 km from Cliveden House. Notley Abbey is 37 km from the inn and University of Oxford is 38 km away.

At the inn, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Guests at The New Inn - Kidmore End will be able to enjoy activities in and around Reading, like cycling.

Newbury Racecourse is 32 km from the accommodation, while Windsor Castle is 33 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 50 km from the property.

Offering a restaurant with outdoor dining and a bar, Llanerch Vineyard is located in Hensol. With free WiFi access available and free on-site parking, Creigiau Golf Club is 10 minutes' drive away.

Each room here includes a flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a refrigerator, the lounge area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a bath or shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Extras include a desk and ironing facilities.

At Llanerch Vineyard there is a spacious garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage.

The hotel is surrounded by woodland walks and hiking trails.

Pontyclun Train Station is 7 minutes' drive away.

Featuring a swimming pool, a sauna and a fitness centre, the voco Reading is conveniently located right next to The Reading FC Conference Centre and adjacent to the Select Car Leasing Stadium. Free parking is available.

Each room here features a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, coffee and tea making facilities, and an en-suite bathroom.

Further facilities include concierge services, a 24-hour room service and a business centre.

The property is less than 2 miles from the centre of Reading. Paddington Station in London can be reached in a 20-minute train journey and Heathrow Airport is 40 minutes away by car.