Name: The Bell Inn Hotel
Address: Brook, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7HE
Price range: US$221+
Rating: 8.4

The Bell Inn Hotel Lyndhurst Exterior photo

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About the Hotel

Brook, Lyndhurst, SO43 7HE

Near the New Forest

Great

8.3

8.9

/10

5.0

4.3

Loved by The Bell Inn Hotel guests

Warm welcome

Comfortable beds

Delicious meals

Helpful staff

"Very welcoming, great parking, great enclosed garden, dog was treated like a human guest - incredible dog menu, toys, treats."

Sarah from United Kingdom

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"Road side rooms fitted with noise reduction windows which are needed."

ssusan295472 from United Kingdom

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"The food was too a very high standard and a good choice from the menu."

RICHARD

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Historic 1782 inn with two on-site golf courses in the New Forest National Park

On-Site Golf & Recreation

Dating from 1782, The Bell Inn Hotel has two golf courses, the Manor course and the Forest course, on the doorstep. The hotel also offers archery and hiking, with bicycle rental available for guests. Spacious outdoor gardens provide seating for dining and relaxation.

Dining & Local Cuisine

The Bell Inn Hotel has a reputation for quality food and wine, with seasonal produce sourced from the New Forest. The A La Carte dining menu offers local flavors in the bar and restaurant. Kids' meals, special diet menus, and themed dinner nights are available.

Room Features & Amenities

Each spacious room offers a flat-screen TV, free tea and coffee, and cotton bed linen. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a trouser press. Board games, a shared lounge/TV area, and complimentary Wi-Fi and parking are provided.

Wellness & Spa Services

The on-site spa provides beauty and wellness treatments such as back massage, facial treatments, and body treatments. A fitness centre is available for guests who wish to exercise. Couples massage and spa/wellness packages can be booked during the stay.

Location & Dog-Friendly Policies

The Bell Inn Hotel is a minute's drive from the M27, surrounded by the New Forest's scenery. Nearby attractions include Paulton's Park for Peppa Pig World, Beaulieu car museum, and Longdown activity farm. The hotel is dog-friendly, allowing pets in designated rooms and providing packages for dogs.

Highlights

Golf: Two on-site courses (Manor course and Forest course)

Dining: A La Carte menu with seasonal New Forest produce

Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly designated rooms and packages

Wellness: On-site spa with back massage and couples massage

Location: One minute from M27, near Paulton's Park and Beaulieu

Must-do experiences

Stroll through the scenic Lyndhurst village and admire the architecture.
Visit the New Forest Heritage Centre for local history exhibits.
Try the delicious New Forest venison at The Fox & Hounds pub.
Explore the mystic Round Hill, a hidden nature spot nearby.
Join a guided pony trek to see the famous New Forest ponies.

Location: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Guest ParkingAmple space

The car park was large, off the main road, and right outside, so parking was never an issue. Very convenient!

Charles from United Kingdom

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DiningDelicious Food

The restaurant food was delicious, and the full English breakfast was enhanced with a fresh pot of coffee.

Mei from China

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BedroomVery Comfortable

The king-size bed was very comfortable. The room was also very nice, clean, and cosy. I will be back.

Barbra from Canada

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BathroomPowerful Shower

The bathroom had a great power shower and large, nice towels. Everything was spotlessly clean and modern.

Ivor from Australia

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2 persons
15 m²
1 Double bed
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2 persons
30 m²
1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
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2 persons
25 m²
1 Double bed
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Hotel facilities and services

Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay

Facilities: Great

8.4/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

The Bell Inn Hotel offers a delightful dining experience that blends traditional and modern British cuisine. Enjoy a range of meal options that cater to diverse dietary preferences, all crafted with the finest local ingredients for a taste of genuine Hampshire hospitality.

The Bell Inn Hotel Lyndhurst Restaurant photo

Restaurant #1

British

Ambiance

A warm blend of traditional and modern decor, providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere for intimate dinners and family gatherings alike.

Key Offerings

Highlight dishes include the renowned Sunday roast and an 8oz 28-day-aged Sirloin steak expertly paired with a glass of Embrujo Tempranillo Organic wine, embodying the heartiness of country fare.

Reservation

Recommended, especially for weekend gatherings.

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Daily from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The Bell Inn Hotel Location

Brook, Lyndhurst, SO43 7HE

Map view

City landmarks

Golf Course

Bramshaw Golf Club

680 m

Garden

Furzey Gardens

2.63 km

Theme Park

Paultons Park

5.15 km

Landmark

Rufus Stone

2.24 km

Landmark

Bramshaw Methodist Church

2.03 km

Landmark

Methodist Church

2.06 km

Church

St Peter's Church

2.65 km

Church

All Saints Church

3.29 km

Landmark

Minstead Memorial Cross

3.23 km

Landmark

Church Of All Saints

3.35 km

Landmark

RAF Stoney Cross

3.31 km

Landmark

Cadnam Garden Centre

3.29 km

Church

Church Of St Mary

3.53 km

Landmark

Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary

3.86 km

Church

Nomansland Methodist Church

3.73 km

Landmark

Nomansland Chapel

3.76 km

Landmark

Rev. H M Livens

3.83 km

Landmark

Canada Common Methodist Church

3.85 km

Landmark

Quadding It

3.94 km

Landmark

Fritham Free Church

4.04 km

Landmark

Eyeworth Pond

4.42 km

Landmark

Foxbury

4.4 km

Landmark

Angelico Creative

4.6 km

Landmark

Peppa Pig World at Paultons Park

4.96 km

Landmark

Forest Falconry

4.82 km

Golf Course

Paultons Golf Centre

4.81 km

Theme Park

Lost Kingdom

4.77 km

Landmark

Winsor Mission Evangelical Church

4.92 km

Landmark

Church of St Michael and All Angels

6.47 km

Museum

The New Forest Heritage Centre

6.6 km

Nearby

Golf Course

Bramshaw Golf Club

680 m

Restaurants

The Green Dragon

120 m

High Street

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Local Highlights Near The Bell Inn Hotel

Bramshaw Golf Club

9 minutes' walk

Bramshaw Golf Club offers scenic views and a challenging course, perfect for golfers of all levels.

Furzey Gardens

30 minutes walking

Furzey Gardens showcases vibrant plant life and tranquil paths, ideal for family strolls and picnics.

Rufus Stone

25 minutes' walk

Rufus Stone is a historic monument marking the burial site of King Rufus, nestled in stunning woodland.

Paultons Park

15 minutes' drive

Paultons Park is a family-friendly theme park with rides and attractions, featuring the popular Peppa Pig World.

Hiking at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary

10 minutes' drive

Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary offers picturesque hiking trails and deer sightings, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Relaxation at a Local Spa

10 minutes' drive

Local spas provide a serene environment for relaxation with a variety of wellness treatments.

The Green Dragon

2 minutes' walk

The Green Dragon features traditional pub fare with a friendly atmosphere and local ales.

The Herb Kitchen

10 minutes' drive

The Herb Kitchen offers farm-to-table dining with seasonal dishes and beautiful views. Reservations recommended.

New Forest Heritage Centre

15 minutes' drive

The New Forest Heritage Centre hosts exhibits on local history and culture, with events for all ages.

Live Music at The Bell Inn

0 minutes' walk

The Bell Inn hosts regular live music nights, featuring local talent in a cozy atmosphere.

Getting around the city

City Centre
Lyndhurst 10 min · 6.5 km
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 31 min · 20.4 km
Bournemouth (BOH) 50 min · 32.9 km
Bus
Bus stop 11 min · 6.7 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:00

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 19.95 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Guest ratings and detailed reviews

Feedback about The Bell Inn Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Bell Inn offers a comfortable stay in a beautiful pub setting within the New Forest, often described as having a family feel. Guests frequently appreciate the spacious and warm rooms, some noting the inclusion of proper coffee, and enjoy the excellent food in the restaurant, especially the generous and tasty breakfast with buffet and cooked-to-order options. The hotel's location is considered great for exploring the area, though some guests have mentioned the hotel being situated on a main road, and others have experienced high room temperatures.

Review score

Based on 5 verified reviews

8.4 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.1/10

Location

9.0/10

Value for money

8.3/10

Facilities

8.4/10

Pros

Spacious room

Comfortable bed

Friendly staff

Good breakfast

Cons

Scarce hot water

Tired decor

Leo from Germany

Family with children

Superior Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 09, 2026

9.3/10

amazing stay!

spacious room amazing cleanliness essential toiletries friendly staff

the superior room i had was spacious. the cleanliness was amazing. all essential toiletries were provided. the staff were super friendly and always ready to help.

the television kept turning itself off when i tried to use the apps.

Location

9/10

the location is near paultons park, it takes only ten minutes by car. this makes it very convenient for families planning a day at the park.

Dining

8/10

the restaurant offers tasty food. breakfast includes a nice selection with high quality ingredients. i had dinner and breakfast there and the quality was excellent. the breakfast had a very good and nice selection.

Facilities

10/10

The hotel offers spacious accommodations. the interior space and gardens are lovely and well maintained. i noticed the hotel had great pillows. They really added to my good night sleep! the gardens have nice equipment for kids too.

Service

10/10

every single staff member was friendly. they were also very helpful, polite, and courteous. the staff helped, i really appreciated all the assistance, it was wonderful.

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Christian from Germany

Couple

Deluxe Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 17, 2026

8.7/10

charmed getaway

friendly staff wide selection excellent recommendations

I found the staff very cute and friendly. Breakfast offered a wide selection including unlimited tea, coffee, and croissants. They provided excellent recommendations for local walks. I even got some nice tips for exploring the surrounding areas.

The room faced a slightly busy road. some noise reached the room. it wasn't too bad though.

Rooms

9/10

The beautiful room provided ample space for clothes and luggage, great. The bathroom included a good size shower, and the bed was large. Tea and coffee facilities were refreshed daily.

Dining

9/10

The breakfast had several options, including hot dishes made to order. Dairy-free alternatives were readily available. The dinner menu had a good variety of dishes, all freshly prepared.

Location

8/10

The hotel sits adjacent to a golf course. This provides easy access for golf enthusiasts. Parking was ample, and access to local walking trails was very convenient.

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Roy from United Kingdom

Deluxe Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 13, 2025

9/10

vast breakfast cheerful staff helpful staff

the breakfast choice was vast and very enjoyable. katie served us at dinner and she was very cheerful and helpful. she also had a fair knowledge of the surrounding area. the staff provided a lovely welcome as we arrived.

the room was very basic and small, i was sad.

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Howard from United States

Family with children

Deluxe Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 02, 2025

6/10

adequate stay, but some issues require attention

noisy pipes excessive heat

the staff exhibited pleasantness , and the bed provided a comfortable surface for rest.

My room was excessively warm, despite the radiators being off and the windows open. pipes clattered persistently throughout the night, disrupting sleep. The noise was significant. the overall experience fell short of expectations.

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Penelope from United Kingdom

Family with children

Deluxe Room

4 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: July 06, 2025

9/10

comfortable bed separate sinks evening meal

The bed in the beautiful room was comfortable. The room included two separate sinks. The food in the restaurant was excellent for the evening meal.

The hotel is on a main road

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