Escape to the New Forest National Park at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel, where family-friendly fun and relaxation await. Unwind with a Swedish massage, enjoy British cuisine for breakfast or dinner, and challenge yourself to a game of mini golf. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.
South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB
What's nearby
Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Lymington Sea Water Baths - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
Milford on Sea Beach - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 41 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 40 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 44 min drive
Lymington Pier Station - 4 min walk
Lymington Sway Station - 11 min drive
Lymington Town Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Lymington Yacht Haven - 5 min drive
The Six Bells - 3 min drive
Borough Arms - 2 min drive
Lounges of Lymington - 2 min drive
The Ship Inn - 3 min drive
About this property
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Beaulieu National Motor Museum. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and Waterford Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves British cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Mini golf
Playground
Children's menu
What to do
Fitness classes
Basketball
Racquetball/squash
Mini golf
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
9 buildings/towers
Built in 1820
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Health club
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch plasma TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna.
Dining
Waterford Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Solent - This family restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 26.00 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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Frequently asked questions
Does Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, basketball, and racquetball/squash. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring British cuisine.
What's the area around Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel like?
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Lymington Pier Station and 13 minutes' walk from New Forest National Park.
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Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
a great location with an extensive garden and a view of of the Isle of Wight
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 3, 2025
Helpful, friendly staff apart from the staff in the leisure centre who looked and appeared pretty miserable.
Rooms need an upgrade as they look tired but they were adequate for the stay.
Dave
Dave, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2024
Short stay in New Forest
Excellent location, very near to IOW ferries and perfect for exploring the New Forest. Room was outside main hotel building and was clean and comfortable. Had a couple of small issues which were dealt with very quickly and efficiently.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Lovely hotel with great surroundings. Option of Spa and pool. Comfortable rooms. Friendly staff. Ideally place for walking to I.O.W. ferry for a day trip to the Island. New Forrest attractions within easy reach.
Mick
Mick, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Amazing facilities included free with the stay....spa facilities, swimming pool, steam room, sauna, pitch and putt, tennis, outfdoor pool, and big Traditional grounds toxwalk round.
Room was dated and needs a refurb, but was clean and everyhing worked and bed was very comfortable
Good selection at breakfast both menu and buffet options!
Only a 20 min walk into Lymington, which is amazing!
I would definitely stays here again
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2024
Lovely settings and period hotel, great facilities, food is good albeit a little pricey, rooms could do with updating. But generally quiet and very good amenities.
kirk
kirk, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Good short stay, staff busy and room service unresponsive
Nick
Nick, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2024
Nice hotel in good location, bedroom could do with updating but still good for the price
stephen
stephen, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2024
Lovely staff and a great swimming pool
We had a lovely stay, all the staff were very friendly and helpful.
The swimming pool was beautiful and the changing rooms clean and well equipped.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
The property is very quiet yet it is only a few miles away from Gatwick.
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Excellent stay. Great facilities and staff that went out of their way to cater for a food intolerance (unfortunately this is not what we usually experience!). We wish we could have stayed longer!
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
Fantastic setting within a location well laid out .The breakfast was very good with plenty of choice
stuart
stuart, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2024
Needs refurbishing, rooms very outdated - looks like a nursing home
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2024
Excellent service from the staff. Beautiful property.
AUDREY
AUDREY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2024
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel, and look forward to returning. The staff were brilliant and welcoming.
Dianna
Dianna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2023
Incredible staff, lovely surroundings and fab breakfast!
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2024
Macdonald Elmers Hotel
Lovely time will need to stay for two days next time to see everything.
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2024
Hotel review
Lovely stay. We had a beautiful room located near hotel facilities. Would go back.
Elisha
Elisha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
We travel by expensive push (road) bicycles and really prefer if hotels let us take them to our room, which they allowed. Did not try the restaurant but room was great.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2023
Great location for the New Forest and Lymington with nice grounds and outdoor and indoor swimming pools.
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Couple of days away
Hotel location is fantastic.
Gym is fab.
Everything the great
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Lovely hotel . Wonderful pool . Clean and comfortable room but mattress on bed completely gone - needs replacing as unable to sleep due to large dip in middle
Penny
Penny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2022
Varied range of accommodation, good facilities, comfortable and in a great location