Situated on the south-central coast of England, the New Forest is home to sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs as well as ancient woodland and wildlife-rich moorland home to hundreds of wild ponies. Your four-legged friend will adore the opportunities for impromptu strolls, sniffing around the cobbled streets of quaint villages and taking dips in tranquil rivers. And the best bit? We’ve got plenty of dog-friendly hotels in the heart of the New Forest for every type of traveller!
Hunker down in the Master Builder’s House Hotel which is set on the banks of the Beaulieu River. It offers an AA Rosette restaurant and a bar area, plus spacious dog-friendly rooms. New Park Manor Hotel is a family-friendly hotel with two swimming pools, comfy beds and a perfect location for exploring the New Forest National Park. Pamper your pooch during your stay in a pet-friendly hotel with added touches like dog treats and water bowls, in addition to ground floor rooms with garden access.
Spend a day at Lepe Country Park on the edge of the New Forest where you can go for a swim in the sea and walk among the wildflower meadows. Discover the scenic walking trails through woodlands where wild ponies roam freely. Explore historical landmarks like the Rufus Stone and Knightwood Oak. The New Forest is ideal for a tranquil getaway with your pooch, so why not take a look through our dog-friendly hotels today?
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Hotel in New Forest District, Christchurch · 6.72 mi from centre
8.4
116 reviews
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With a stay at The Retreat New Forest in Christchurch, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Sammy Miller Museum. This hotel is 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Bournemouth Pier.
Hotel in Lyndhurst · 2.82 mi from centre
8.6
165 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Ormonde House Hotel in Lyndhurst, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World. This hotel is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 8.9 mi (14.2 km) from WestQuay Shopping Centre.
Hotel in Lyndhurst · 2.48 mi from centre
8.6
219 reviews
Breakfast available
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When you stay at Penny Farthing Hotel in Lyndhurst, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World. This hotel is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from WestQuay Shopping Centre.
Hotel in Lyndhurst · 2.48 mi from centre
8.1
1,008 reviews
White Rabbit by Chef & Brewe at Lyndhurst is in the heart of the beautiful New Forest. The charming hotel features a traditional pub restaurant and free parking. The bright and airy bedrooms each have a private modern bathroom and a TV. Tea/coffee facilities are also available. The Chef & Brewer pub serves classic British cuisine for lunch and dinner. Hearty breakfasts are available daily, and guests can also dine in the leafy beer garden. The White Rabbit is just a 30-minute drive from Portsmouth and Bournemouth. Southampton city centre is only 7 miles away, and there are plenty of scenic walks just a few minutes away.
Hotel in Lymington · 6.14 mi from centre
8.6
504 reviews
Breakfast available
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Steeped in history and surrounded by 10 acres of gardens, Passford House Hotel lies midway between the New Forest village of Sway and the Georgian town of Lymington. It features a Leisure Centre with a gym, and a poolside sauna. Passford’s dining room, overlooking gardens, offers a menu combining traditional and contemporary cuisine, complimented with impressive wines from the well-stocked cellar. Dinner is served from 18:45 until 21:00, while lighter options are available from 12:00 until 18:00. Each of the hotel’s rooms features a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Rooms are traditional in style, and have an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Rowing, cycling, running and weight training equipment can be found in the multi-gym. A heated indoor pool, lawn croquet and petanque are available to keep children entertained.
Inn in Lyndhurst · 4.70 mi from centre
8.8
112 reviews
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With a stay at The Bell Inn, you'll be centrally located in Lyndhurst, within a 10-minute drive of Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World and New Forest National Park. This golf inn is 12.1 mi (19.6 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from WestQuay Shopping Centre.
Hotel in Lymington, Sway · 5.21 mi from centre
8.3
755 reviews
In Sway, within the beautiful New Forest, The Manor at Sway features leafy gardens and a traditional restaurant. Its luxury bedrooms are set in a grand Edwardian house. Sway train station is just a 4-minute walk away. The elegant bedrooms at The Manor at Sway feature luxury Egyptian linens. All rooms have free WiFi access, tea/coffee making facilities, and a modern bathroom with free toiletries. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining room, looking onto the gardens. The menu features mainly British dishes with European influences and prepared with locally sourced produce. The Manor at Sway is set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland. There is also a sun terrace and lake. Surrounded by scenic Hampshire countryside, The Manor at Sway is a 15-minute drive from Lyndhurst. There is free on-site parking available, and the coast at Lymington is a 15-minute drive away.
Hotel in Southampton · 4.52 mi from centre
8.8
228 reviews
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Located in Southampton, Woodlands Lodge Hotel is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of New Forest National Park and New Forest Golf Club. This hotel is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal.
Cottage in Lyndhurst · 2.82 mi from centre
9.0
14 reviews
Located in Lyndhurst, Pinewood Cottage Deluxe Self Catering Apartments is within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World. This cottage is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Beaulieu National Motor Museum.
Holiday home in Brockenhurst · 3.75 mi from centre
9.6
55 reviews
Located in Brockenhurst and only 21 km from The Mayflower Theatre, Historic 2 bed gatehouse in private parkland provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 23 km from Southampton Cruise Terminal, 29 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 38 km from Sandbanks. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Southampton Guildhall. Featuring a DVD player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can also relax in the garden. Ageas Bowl is 38 km from the holiday home, while Salisbury Cathedral is 38 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 25 km from the property.
Holiday home in New Milton · 6.45 mi from centre
9.9
37 reviews
Situated 29 km from Sandbanks, 31 km from Poole Harbour and 33 km from The Mayflower Theatre, Little Woodside a beautiful New Forest self contained private luxury annexe features accommodation located in New Milton. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 20 km from Bournemouth International Centre. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The 1-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around New Milton, like snorkelling, cycling and hiking. Southampton Guildhall is 33 km from Little Woodside a beautiful New Forest self contained private luxury annexe, while Southampton Cruise Terminal is 34 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 19 km away.
Apartment in Lymington, Sway · 5.47 mi from centre
9.6
23 reviews
Offering a garden and garden view, Shepherds Hut with Scandinavian Hot Tub and hydromassager is situated in Sway, 28 km from Southampton Guildhall and 29 km from Southampton Cruise Terminal. With free private parking, the property is 23 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 27 km from The Mayflower Theatre. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the apartment's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. This apartment features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sway, like cycling. Sandbanks is 32 km from Shepherds Hut with Scandinavian Hot Tub and hydromassager, while Poole Harbour is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 22 km from the accommodation.
Homestay in Lymington · 6.29 mi from centre
8.1
74 reviews
Set in Lymington and only 26 km from Bournemouth International Centre, Modern Summerhouse offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 28 km from Southampton Guildhall, 29 km from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 35 km from Sandbanks. The property is non-smoking and is located 27 km from The Mayflower Theatre. The spacious homestay comes with a flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Guests can also relax in the garden. Poole Harbour is 36 km from the homestay, while Ageas Bowl is 44 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 24 km from the property.
Holiday home in Lyndhurst · 2.87 mi from centre
9.0
237 reviews
Offering garden views, Pinewood Cottage Self Catering Apartments and studio apartments is an accommodation situated in Lyndhurst, 14 km from The Mayflower Theatre and 14 km from Southampton Guildhall. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. Bournemouth International Centre is 33 km from the holiday home and Salisbury Cathedral is 37 km away. Some units in the holiday home have private entrance and are fitted with wardrobe and outdoor furniture. Units have a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a fridge. At the holiday home, every unit has a private bathroom. Southampton Cruise Terminal is 15 km from Pinewood Cottage Self Catering Apartments and studio apartments, while Ageas Bowl is 28 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 21 km away.
Hotel in Brockenhurst · 3.06 mi from centre
9.0
1,539 reviews
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In the heart of the New Forest and close to the village centre of Brockenhurst, Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest, Hampshire offers accommodation with cosy log fires, scenic views, a sun terrace, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The spacious rooms feature a private bathroom and Freeview TV. Many rooms have garden or forest views. The large garden is perfect for the dog lovers welcomed by Forest Park in ground floor rooms. The hotel offers a country inn with locally sourced food and the bar offers its own New Forest gin. Award-winning chefs deliver great modern British food. With Lyndhurst, Lymington, Beaulieu, Burley and Ringwood minutes away, this hotel is ideally situated for any trip to the New Forest National Park.
Hotel in Southampton, Bartley · 4.53 mi from centre
8.3
668 reviews
Breakfast available
Woodlands Lodge Hotel is a privately owned 3-star country house hotel, in an idyllic location on the edge of the New Forest. You can walk directly into the forest from the hotel gardens or visit the local museums, attractions and gardens. It is only a short distance to Southampton, Lymington yacht harbour and Beaulieu. There are 17 individually designed bedrooms, each with a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom. Hunters Restaurant has an AA Rosette for culinary excellence and serves seasonal British cuisine with a twist. The personal touch is evident throughout the hotel and all the hotel staff are welcoming & friendly to try and ensure every guest has the perfect New Forest stay.
Hotel in Lyndhurst · 4.70 mi from centre
8.4
958 reviews
Breakfast available
Dating from 1782, the historic Bell Inn Hotel combines period features with contemporary guest rooms in the heart of the New Forest. It has 2 golf courses on the doorstep. Spacious rooms each boast a flat-screen TV, free tea and coffee and cotton bed linen. All rooms have a modern private bathroom with a hairdryer, and all rooms also have a trouser press. With a reputation for quality food and wine, guests can eat in the bar. All menus at the The Bell Inn use seasonal produce, much of it sourced from the New Forest. Guests at the Bell are only a minute’s drive from the M27, but are surrounded by peaceful scenery perfect for walking. The charming New Forest village of Lyndhurst is 15 minutes’ drive away.
Holiday home in Brockenhurst · 4.21 mi from centre
9.2
5 reviews
Located within 23 km of The Mayflower Theatre and 23 km of Southampton Guildhall in Brockenhurst, Railway Junction Cottage & The Cabin by NewFo rest provides accommodation with seating area. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. Guests can access the holiday home via private entrance. The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, oven, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. All units come with a kettle, while selected rooms are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a stovetop. All units at the holiday home come with a private bathroom and bed linen. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at Railway Junction Cottage & The Cabin by NewFo rest will be able to enjoy activities in and around Brockenhurst, like cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Southampton Cruise Terminal is 24 km from the accommodation, while Bournemouth International Centre is 26 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 23 km from the property.
Bed and breakfast in New Forest District, Christchurch · 6.71 mi from centre
8.2
640 reviews
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Featuring a bar and views of garden, The Retreat New Forest, Hinton is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Christchurch, 16 km from Bournemouth International Centre. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The bed and breakfast provides a sauna and a housekeeping service. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with a fridge. At the bed and breakfast, certain units are equipped with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. At the property, there is an on-site modern restaurant serving dinner and a selection of vegan options. Guests at The Retreat New Forest, Hinton will be able to enjoy activities in and around Christchurch, like hiking. Sandbanks is 25 km from the accommodation, while Poole Harbour is 27 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 15 km from the property.
Luxury tent in Lyndhurst · 2.90 mi from centre
9.4
46 reviews
Situated in Lyndhurst, within 21 km of The Mayflower Theatre and 22 km of Southampton Guildhall, Park Farm Holidays Glamping features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. There is a private entrance at the luxury tent for the convenience of those who stay. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the luxury tent's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. All units in the luxury tent are fitted with a kettle. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the luxury tent, each unit includes bed linen and towels. The luxury tent has a picnic area and a barbecue. Southampton Cruise Terminal is 23 km from Park Farm Holidays Glamping, while Salisbury Cathedral is 29 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 23 km away.
Treat your canine companion to a special getaway in a dog-friendly hotel in the UK. Whether you want a seaside getaway, a nature-filled break or a stay in a National Park, there’s something for everyone in these popular destinations:
Hampshire has plenty of dog-friendly rooms to choose from but some of the most popular include the Thatched Cottage Hotel, Penny Farthing Hotel and Cottages, and Roost.
The Forest Park Country Hotel and Inn and The Elizabeth House Hotel both offer private parking on-site.
This will depend on the hotel you choose, your preferred travel dates and how long you stay for. However, if you have a budget, we can recommend accommodation options to suit.
Again, this will depend on the hotel you choose. Typically, dog-friendly hotels have access to dog beds, bowls, treats, and dog blankets. Pet parents can enjoy soft beds, coffee and tea making facilities, and en-suite bathrooms.
If you’re looking for a romantic retreat, we say choose either the Angel & Blue Pig or The Stag Hotel.
Escape to the enchanting New Forest National Park, a haven for nature lovers. Immerse yourself in ancient woodlands, spot wild ponies grazing freely, and discover picturesque villages. With miles of walking and cycling trails, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes, it's the perfect destination for outdoor adventures.
Address: New Forest National Park Authority, Lymington, Hampshire, SO43 7NY
Escape to the natural wonderland of Moors Valley Country Park and Forest. Explore picturesque woodlands, discover scenic walking and cycling trails, and enjoy thrilling outdoor activities. From treetop adventures to a steam railway, there's something for everyone. With beautiful lakeside views and abundant wildlife, it's the perfect destination for family fun and relaxation.
Address: Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Horton Rd, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2ET
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