The Best Family Hotels in the New Forest (2025)

Chewton Glen

The New Forest is a wild, wonderful family escape: rolling heather hills, deepening woods, roaming ponies, cows, and comical pheasants. Sail on the Beaulieu River, hunt for hidden beaches, or hop on a quick ferry to the Isle of Wight. Don’t miss pretty Beaulieu and its National Motor Museum, historic Buckler’s Hard, or a pony trek through the trees. Our favourite family-friendly hotels add pools, tennis, croquet, bike hire, cooking classes, kids’ clubs, and games rooms — more than enough to keep everyone smiling.

For a family escape

Master Builder's

  • Anchored on the Beaulieu River, Master Builder’s mixes maritime heritage with characterful family-friendly comfort. Award-winning pub dining fills the ground floor, while upstairs offers quirky period rooms and a crisp modern wing. Spacious grounds and lively summer BBQs make it a favourite base for river-loving adventurers.

For a country house hotel

New Park Manor

  • Once the New Forest hunting lodge of Charles II, New Park Manor now offers families a relaxed country retreat with character-filled rooms and a homely, wood-panelled restaurant. Kids can dive between indoor and outdoor pools, explore the cinema and games room, while adults unwind in the spa’s sauna, steam room, hot tub and terrace.

For an apartment

Chewton Glen

  • Chewton Glen- Think multi-bedroom treehouses suspended in woodland, each with wraparound views and cosy, modern interiors designed for family downtime. The grand main house offers standout dining, a lively kid’s club, playground, cookery sessions, and acres of space for tennis, croquet, golf and outdoor swims—an adventure-ready base for all ages.

For great value

Crown Manor House Hotel

  • Crown Manor House Hotel sets Lyndhurst charm on full display, with period staircases, timber accents and warm, textured fabrics creating a cosy, heritage-rich stay. Families can pick roomy setups with sofa beds or multi-bedroom suites. After exploring, settle into the inviting lounge or enjoy relaxed dining on the terrace. A well-priced stay for all ages.
     

Still not sure?

The Best Family Hotels in the New Forest

Master Builder's

Master Builder's

Beaulieu (Hants)

Lovely historic property situated on the Beaulieu River. Maritime themed living rooms downstairs whilst bedrooms have a traditional country feel with the addition of colourful Indian fabrics. An award winning restaurant serves modern British cuisine. A host of activities. Ideal for families.

  • Active Holiday - NFA, situated within the Beaulieu Estate, specialise in outdoor activities suitable both for team building and family fun.
  • Country Escape - A stunning historic and cosy riverside property situated within the 9,000 acre Beaulieu Estate and the New Forest.
  • Local markets - Make a trip to the quaint Lymington Saturday market and sample local foods and drink.
  • Great walks - The very location, within the New Forest, makes this ideal walking terrain.
from £125 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Chewton Glen

Chewton Glen

Hampshire

On the edge of the New Forest and close to the sea, Chewton Glen offers five-star luxury to couples and families. Its wow-factor treehouse accommodation is the star of the show, along with the fantastic staff that always go the extra mile. Imitable service, gourmet dining and The Beehive, kids club.

  • Country Escape - A gorgeous country house spa, set in 130 acres of parkland at the edge of the magical New Forest.
  • Tennis Court - There are both indoor and outdoor tennis courts and coaching with the resident pro.
  • Great walks - Plenty of walking across the 130 acres of parkland, or head into the New Forest.
  • Fishing - There is fishing available nearby, ask at the hotel for details.
from £405 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
New Park Manor

New Park Manor

Brockenhurst (New Forest)

Situated in the stunning New Forest, and once Charles II's hunting residence, this hotel prides itself on its family-friendly facilities. The spa, swimming pool and games rooms mean that no members of the family will be bored. The hotel has its own traditional English restaurant.

  • Spa breaks - Fabulous purpose built spa with family friendly pool, adult only terrace, steam room, sauna, hot tub and treatments aplenty!
  • Child friendly - Creche and child games room available
  • Families
  • Outstanding location - In the middle of the New Forest
from £135 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Crown Manor House Hotel

Crown Manor House Hotel

Hampshire (Hampshire, New Forest)

A luxurious hotel in the heart of Lyndhurst. Spacious rooms perfectly merge traditional and contemporary styles with simple wooden furniture, lux bathrooms and soft hues set besides the buildings original features. A fantastic restaurant and cosy lounge are a welcoming respite.

  • Local exploring - Set in the heart of Lyndhurst both the towns attractions and surrounding New Forest are easily accessible.
  • Great walks - Take long walks through the charming New Forest countryside.
  • Restaurant
  • Traditional
from £129 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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