Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Lymington, Lymington - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

South Baddesley Road, Lymington, United Kingdom

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel is a historic 4-star resort in Lymington with a rich heritage dating back to its origins as a courthouse. Its Tudor-style architecture features handsome carved paneling and large stone casement windows, providing a distinctive charm. Nestled on the edge of the New Forest National Park, the resort offers picturesque views of the Solent Coast and the elegant grounds that enhance its natural setting. Recognized for its exceptional hospitality, the resort provides unique services, including luxurious ELEMIS spa treatments.

Location

Located just a short drive from Lymington town center and several nearby attractions, the resort provides easy access to the New Forest National Park and the Isle of Wight. Guests can conveniently explore local landmarks such as Beaulieu National Motor Museum and Buckler's Hard Maritime Museum. The resort's position along the Solent Coast allows visitors to enjoy scenic views and outdoor activities, including coastal walks and boat excursions.

Rooms

The resort offers a range of accommodations including 42 en-suite hotel rooms, spacious suites, and self-catering apartments. Guests can choose between classical interiors and modern amenities, ensuring comfort and style. Many rooms overlook the stunning landscaped gardens or the Solent, while self-catering options feature kitchens for flexible dining. For extra luxury, guests may opt for upgraded suites that include dining and lounge areas.

Eat & Drink

The resort features the Waterford Restaurant, which serves a classic British menu made with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner while taking in views over the Solent Coast. Afternoon tea is also offered, featuring fresh finger sandwiches, scones, and a selection of pastries. Additionally, the Solent Restaurant provides lighter meals and takeout options in a more relaxed setting.

Leisure & Business

The resort boasts extensive leisure facilities, including both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fully equipped gym, and a luxurious ELEMIS Spa. Guests can indulge in various treatments or unwind in the thermal suite after a day of exploration. Additionally, recreational activities such as croquet and walking trails through beautifully landscaped grounds create opportunities for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment.

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4 persons

25 m²

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2 Bunk beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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2 persons

21 m²

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21 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Lymington4600 ft

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 18.2 mi

Southampton (SOU) 24.8 mi

Bus

Bus stop 4.8 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Impeccable Dinner!

“The dinner at the Waterford restaurant was out of this world, especially the lamb rump which was incredibly tender and flavorful.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“The spa area was lovely, featuring clean and inviting sauna and steam room facilities that made for a serene escape.” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“The gym was impressive and well-equipped, allowing me to stay on track with my fitness routine while on vacation.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Tennis court
Mini golf
Squash
Aerobics

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Separate tub and shower
Free toiletries

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

South Baddesley Road, Lymington, United Kingdom

Map view

South Baddesley Road, Lymington, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museums

St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery

1.2 mi

Bath Road

Lymington Sea Water Swimming Baths

1.7 mi

Gallery

Orchid Fine Arts

1.0 mi

Bath Road

Berthon Lymington Marina

2500 ft

Church

Church of St. Thomas the Apostle

4900 ft

Buckland Rings Cottage Sway Road

Buckland Rings

1.5 mi

Mall

Elliotts Of Lymington

4100 ft

Portmore Pond

4400 ft

Parks

Lymington Nature Reserve

5000 ft

Parks

Woodside Park

2.1 mi

South Baddesley Road

New Forest Golf Club

5200 ft

Gallery

Coastal Gallery

1.1 mi

Harbor

Lymington Yacht Haven

2.0 mi

Marina

Lymington Harbour

1.6 mi

Garden

Spinners Garden

1.7 mi

Lower Pennington Lane

Lymington & Keyhaven Marshes

1.7 mi

Keyhaven Marshes

2.7 mi

Castle

Hurst Castle

3.8 mi

Garden

Braxton Gardens

3.0 mi

Amusement & Theme Parks

Fort Victoria Model Railway

3.6 mi

Sandy Down

Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

2.8 mi

to Lymington section

Solent Way

3.0 mi

Museums

Yarmouth Castle

3.8 mi

Planetarium

Island Planetarium

3.6 mi

Harbor

Yarmouth Pier

3.8 mi

St. James House 1 St. James Street

St. James' Church

3.8 mi

Hurst Spit

4.1 mi

in the New Forest

Hatchet Pond near Beaulieu

4.3 mi

Nearby

South Baddesley Road

The Solent Way Walk

400 ft

Farm

Goodall's Strawberry Farm

1200 ft

Restaurants

The Ship Inn

1.2 mi

Quay Road

Coffee & Drift

1.2 mi

Admirals Court Quay Road Quay Road

The Cellar Tasting House & Wine Merchant

1.1 mi

The Old Customs House 4C Quay Street

Lal Quilla Indian Restaurant

1.2 mi

135/136 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the resort and would come back

Stunning grounds

Great outdoor pool

Poor dining experience

Noise from rooms

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

6.3

Location

8.9

Service

5.6

Dining

5.0

Sebastian

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.8/10

The hotel has a stunning view, and the rooms, while beautiful, had some issues with noise from neighboring rooms. The service was friendly but lacked efficiency, especially during busy times. The location is a bit distant from the center, but it offers a nice ambiance. Overall, it's a lovely place but it could use some improvements for a more relaxing experience.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in had a beautiful view but was affected by noise from the adjoining room, which was quite distracting.

Service

6.0

The staff was super friendly, but they seemed slow to respond, and some lacked the necessary skills for efficient service.

Location

7.0

The hotel location was nice, but I found it wasn't as close to the center as I had hoped.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite chaotic with long waits and food that wasn't prepared well, which was disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were okay, but the pool area felt more like a waiting room, and it wasn't relaxing at all.

Patrick

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.0/10

The hotel boasts an excellent location with lovely views down to the sea, which was a real highlight for me. The rooms, however, felt very dated and definitely need an upgrade, which was disappointing. The service left a bit to be desired, as I faced issues with being overcharged for some drinks and not receiving timely callbacks. Overall, I found it to be a fair deal, but there are definite areas that could be improved.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were very spacious with a double bed, but sadly, they felt quite dated and could have used some updating. They were grand with lovely woodwork and big stone fireplaces, but just a bit too cold for my liking.

Service

5.0

The service was somewhat hit or miss. I meant to receive daily callbacks, but they fell short, plus I was overcharged for a half measure lemonade and juice.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, just a short five-minute walk from the ferry terminal, with beautiful views and easy access to the attractions in the New Forest and Isle of Wight.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was underwhelming; breakfast options were inconsistent and took ages to arrive. The atmosphere wasn't great either, having leisure staff wandering around in sports kits.

Facilities

6.0

While the hotel had extensive grounds with splendid views, the overall facilities felt somewhat neglected and didn’t meet my expectations.

Ernie

United States of America, October 2024

6.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with a fantastic courtyard view. The rooms were spacious and included a comfortable bed and nice amenities, but some furniture felt a bit dated. The service varied; some staff were attentive and helpful, while others were less accommodating. The dining experience left room for improvement, as not all food items were up to par. Overall, it’s a decent choice if you’re looking for a comfortable room and great location, though it may not be ideal for a relaxing getaway.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and comfortable, featuring massive patio doors that overlooked the courtyard. However, some furniture felt old-fashioned.

Service

5.0

The service was inconsistent; some staff were incredibly attentive, while others were quite rude when we questioned our bill.

Location

8.0

The hotel is set in a beautiful location with lovely grounds and a good view, even if it wasn't as close to the center as I expected.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience did not meet expectations, with food quality being average and some items needing frequent replacements.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent, including a nice pool area, but the overall setup felt cramped for relaxing time.

Jim

United States of America, October 2024

6.0/10

The hotel has a stunning location with beautiful grounds and a nice outdoor pool, but the rooms could use some soundproofing. While the staff was friendly and efficient, the dining experience—especially at the steak restaurant—left a lot to be desired. Overall, it's a mixed bag with a clear need for some improvements, particularly in the service area.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean but had a tired appearance, and the lack of sound insulation was a major downside.

Service

5.0

Service was lacking in the restaurant with cold food and visible cleaning issues, though the staff was friendly.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic for exploring the New Forest and is very quiet, with beautiful gardens and grounds.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing; the breakfast was poor, and I had to wait an hour for my pre-ordered food.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers amazing outdoor areas including gardens, pitch and putt, and a good-sized swimming pool, although some amenities come at a high price.

Stunning grounds

Poor dining experience

William

United States of America, October 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location was lovely, close to the ferry to the Isle of Wight and other attractions. The service was friendly and accommodating, but the rooms felt quite outdated and noisy, especially on the ground floor. Dining was overpriced for what was offered, which was disappointing given the overall cost of the stay. Overall, it's a decent spot if you're looking for a place near the ferry, but improvements could definitely be made.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were quite outdated, feeling like a step back into the 80s, and they were very noisy, especially on the ground floor. We could hear conversations from neighboring rooms.

Service

8.0

The staff were really friendly and helpful, making the best of what seemed like limiting circumstances. Overall, they met our requests with grace.

Location

9.0

The location was wonderful, very close to the ferry for the Isle of Wight and within walking distance to the town and New Forest. Even with bad weather, the area is still lovely.

Dining

5.0

The dining was quite pricey, especially with breakfast at £18 per person. I expected more variety for that price, but it did not meet my expectations.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel has some nice amenities, but they feel overshadowed by the outdated feel of the rooms and dining options.

Larry

United States of America, September 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is really convenient, just a short walk to the town center and the ferry terminal. However, the rooms, while spacious, lacked sound insulation, making it a bit unpleasant. The service was friendly but seemed stretched with staff cuts, and the dining could definitely use improvement, especially with the variety offered.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are spacious and have a lovely layout, but they felt a bit dated and could really use some modernization. Also, the noise from the rooms above was a big drawback.

Service

5.0

The staff were polite and friendly, but it seemed like they were really struggling due to cutbacks in services, which affected the overall experience.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, being just a 10-minute walk to the town and 5 minutes from the Isle of Wight ferry terminal. The grounds are beautiful with stunning views.

Dining

5.0

Dining was average at best. While the setting is lovely, the service was poor and there weren't enough staff to handle the demand, which made for a frustrating experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities included a nice swimming pool, which was great for leisure. However, the lack of adequate amenities in some areas was disappointing.

Charles

United Kingdom, September 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is in a great location with stunning views across the Solent. The room felt more like a little apartment for the weekend, and I found it to be a good price. While the staff, especially Shanika, were friendly and helpful, the overall service could have been more welcoming. The dining experience had room for improvement with some issues during breakfast service, but the atmosphere in the restaurant was nice. I noticed some areas could use a refresh, particularly by the pool.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean, comfortable, and felt more like a little apartment for the weekend, which was a nice surprise after booking a room with a walk-in shower and separate bath.

Service

7.0

The staff, particularly Shanika, were friendly and helpful. However, the atmosphere felt a bit lacking with no good mornings or smiles from some staff members.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better, right next to the Isle of Wight ferry and allowed easy access to Lymington and beyond, with stunning views across the Solent.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was nice, although there were some issues with the breakfast service being a bit of a shambles, especially since we waited until 8:45.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but the pool could be a bit warmer, and I felt there could be more loungers available.

Charles

United States of America, August 2024

5.6/10

The hotel is situated in a prime location, just a short walk from the town center and close to the Isle of Wight ferry terminal. However, the rooms are quite outdated and in need of a refurbishment. The service was friendly and helpful despite some signs of understaffing, and the dining experience left a lot to be desired with cold food and long wait times.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were in 90s-built seaside chalets that felt extremely outdated, with peeling wallpaper and patched up bathrooms. They really could do with some redecorating.

Service

6.0

The service was quite friendly and helpful, but it seemed that the staff morale was struggling due to cutbacks. I did experience an overcharge on drinks, which wasn't ideal.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, just a 10-minute walk from the town center and 5 minutes from the ferry terminal, making it very convenient.

Dining

5.0

My dining experience was disappointing; the food was cold and the scrambled eggs looked like jelly. It took 45 minutes to be served, which was frustrating.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities gave a decent impression, though I didn't get to experience everything. The leisure area was nice but overall not overly impressive.

Dominic

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable overall. The rooms were spacious and kept clean, which I really appreciated. The location was perfect for exploring Lymington and the New Forest, making it a great base for walking and relaxing. However, the dining experience left something to be desired, as I found the breakfast options quite limited. The staff was friendly but didn't quite match the level of service I expected.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, tidy, and very comfortable with lovely furnishings. I found it to be a really quiet and relaxing space.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly, and I enjoyed the delicious breakfast, but there was a slight gap in service at times.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, with a lovely stroll down to the water and close access to the New Forest.

Dining

5.0

While the breakfast was plentiful, the quality could definitely use improvement; it was pretty limited and not up to my expectations.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities were well-equipped and the atmosphere was lovely, making my stay comfortable.

Jordan

United Kingdom, July 2024

5.6/10

Overall, my stay at the hotel was just okay. The location is fantastic, close to various sights and nestled in beautiful grounds. However, I found the rooms to have poor sound insulation, making it tough to feel comfortable at times. Service left much to be desired, as I had to wait excessively for my meals, and they arrived incorrectly. On the upside, the hotel had decent facilities, including a lovely swimming pool.

Rooms

5.0

The sound insulation in the rooms was really bad; I could hear everything from the room above me, which made for an uncomfortable experience.

Service

5.0

Service was quite slow, with a long wait for the starters and main course, plus my order was wrong when it arrived. Staff seemed used to complaints.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a great location, very close to Lymington and the ferry to IOW, surrounded by beautiful grounds.

Dining

5.0

I had a poor dining experience; the food quality didn’t match what I expected, considering the wait times.