Balmer Lawn Hotel, Brockenhurst (New Forest)

19th century 4 star country house hotel in the heart of the New Forest.

Summary 19th century buildings Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Children welcome Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Private/enclosed garden Outdoor terrace Garden furniture Games pitches Squash court Tennis court Gym Swimming pool Children's cots Children's games Children's highchairs Woodland walks Television DVD library Luggage storage Airport transfers Linen included Towels included Iron/ironing board Hair dryers Elevator Telephone Central heating

Food and Drinks Restaurant Continental breakfast (included) English breakfast (included) Lunch available (at additional cost) Dinner available (at additional cost) Bar Nearby recreations Recommended walks Beach (a short drive) Pub (walking distance) Museums (walking distance) Historic houses Gardens Golf course (walking distance) Tennis courts (walking distance) Recommended restaurants (walking distance) Recommended restaurants (a short drive) Theatre (a short drive)

Introduction

Set against the backdrop of Europe’s oldest and largest surviving medieval forest, the Balmer Lawn Hotel sits on the outskirts of the charming village of Brockenhurst. Built originally in the mid 1800s as a hunting lodge, the hotel has been host to English and Russian royalty, and even an American President.

The Balmer Lawn is a classic country house, providing comfort, tranquility and courteous service. It offers a range of rooms, many offering sweeping views across the lawns to the forest beyond. Children are welcome.

History to the present day

The lawn to the front of the Hotel was originally called Palmers Lawn and appears on early documents related to William the Conqueror.

The hunting lodge became a coaching inn during the mid 1800s. Situated on the coast road to Lymington and the road leading to Beaulieu, it proved an ideal resting-place for travellers throughout the Forest.

The building was commandeered during both World Wars. During World War I the hotel was used as a field hospital. Some still remember injured soldiers being wheeled on luggage trolleys from Brockenhurst Train Station to the hotel.

In the Second World War the hotel was transformed into an Army Staff College. Some of the "Orders for the Day" were issued by General Eisenhower from the hotel lawn for the "D Day" invasion.

Food and Drinks

The hotel’s stylish restaurant, Beresfords, offers the very highest standards of food, service and fine wines. Award-winning cuisine ensures a memorable dining experience.

Other facilities

The Balmer Lawn's leisure facilities offer you the perfect way to unwind. With both indoor and outdoor heated pools, spa bath, sauna, gym, two squash courts, and an all-weather tennis court to choose from.

Lift service to all floors.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Balmer Lawn Hotel, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, New Forest, SO42 7ZB, United Kingdom

Address: The Balmer Lawn Hotel, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire
SO42 7ZB

Check In: From 2pm Check Out: By 11am

Directions:

By Car: The Hotel is eight miles from M27 Junction 1. When you come off of the motorway, follow signs to Lyndhurst and then Brockenhurst. The hotel is on the left as you approach Brockenhurst, and is clearly visible from the road.

By Rail: The Hotel is just half a mile from Brockenhurst railway station which provides a direct connection to London Waterloo station - taking only 90 minutes. There is a taxi rank next to ticket office. Alternatively, the hotel is about a 10 minute walk along the main Lyndhurst Road.

By Air: Bournemouth and Southampton International airports are just 15.6 and 15.4 miles away respectively.

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Relax in the leisure facilities