Stanwell House, Lymington, New Forest

The hotel operates two on-site restaurants, including the Samphire restaurant and the Orangery, both serving an award-winning British tapas-style menu. The Samphire restaurant offers a wine list selected by the restaurant manager, with portions described as substantial by guests. Breakfast includes a continental buffet plus cooked options such as eggs Benedict, with fresh milk delivered to rooms each morning.

Rooms are individually designed with four-poster beds and come in categories including house rooms, loft rooms, and deluxe doubles. Loft rooms on the third floor have sloped ceilings and no lift access, while some rooms overlook a garden terrace. Complimentary toiletries from the Natural brand and a tea-and-coffee station with New Forest shortbread are provided in each room.

Stanwell House sits on Lymington High Street, a 5-minute walk from the quay and ferry to Yarmouth. The hotel is within driving distance of the historic towns of Winchester, Southampton, Romsey, Lyndhurst, Portsmouth, and Salisbury. Coastal walks to Milford-on-Sea and the New Forest are accessible directly from the hotel.

The hotel offers dedicated dog-friendly rooms on the ground floor, but guests must contact the hotel ahead of booking to confirm availability. Dogs are also welcome in the bar and on the garden terrace. Reviews note that the hotel handled a disruptive dog situation swiftly and decisively.

Meeting facilities measure 1,012 square feet and are tucked away beside the hotel garden. The space accommodates business travelers seeking comfortable meeting spaces, with a 24-hour front desk and complimentary newspapers. Free Wi-Fi and free parking in a nearby lot (limited spaces) are available for guests.

Dining: Award-winning British tapas menu at Samphire restaurant

Rooms: Four-poster beds with Natural brand toiletries

Location: On High Street, 5 min walk to quay and ferry

Pet-Friendly: Designated dog-friendly ground floor rooms

Business: 1,012 sq ft meeting space beside the garden