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Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant

3.0 star property

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A restaurant with a checkered floor, white walls, and chandeliers.
A wall with the text "THE LORD BUTTE" and a decorative metal piece resembling a castle.
A neatly made bed with a blue blanket and multiple pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by white walls with arched windows, and a gazebo with a table and chairs.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a car parked in the driveway.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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181-185 Lymington Rd, Christchurch, England, BH23 4JS
  • Place, Highcliffe Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Highcliffe Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a blue blanket and multiple pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps.

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a patterned throw, a chair with a floral upholstery, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant places you within a leisurely stroll of Highcliffe Castle and Highcliffe Beach. This 9-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Highcliffe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Highcliffe Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Friars Cliff Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Barton-on-sea Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avon Beach - 12 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 19 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Walkford - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Globe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant

At Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
30-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lord Bute & Restaurant
Lord Bute Hotel Restaurant
Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Christchurch
Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

This hotel is located in Christchurch, a short 6-minute walk from Highcliffe Castle and also 11 minutes on foot from Highcliffe Beach. You'll also find Barton-on-sea Beach and Friars Cliff Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this adults-only hotel, including a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a free daily breakfast.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

The closest major airport to Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 8.5 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 27.2 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant that offer a balcony.

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just an overnight stay, but the room was amazing with the added bonus of aircon Lovely well looked after restaurant and rooms. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Extremely friendly and accommodating staff Excellent food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely location and staff

Excellent location and very helpful and friendly staff. Restaurant Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable with excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent small personal hotel with great attention to detail Food delicious Management on hand to make sure all is up to standard Bedroom very comfortable and well thought out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in nice location

stayed over for valentines night, parking is limited. the rooms were nice and clean and big bed, nice bathroom easy access to the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so welcoming
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location to the area we need to be for a family wedding. Extremely accommodating in getting room ready early for us to change in as travelled 2.5 hrs to get there. Friendly staff and very obliging
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel.

Lovely hotel on the edge of the new forest. Easy access to nearby towns and Dorset coast. Staff were helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean comftable. Will be booking again the next time I’m in the area, hopefully within the next few months.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a one night stay on a Sunday so could not sample the evening dining. Our room was very quiet, comfortable and quite luxurious. We had breakfast in the dining room which was very beautiful. The continental breakfast was excellent. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely comfy big bed! Large bathroom with a great shower, breakfast was continental - could do with a menu to choose rather than be asked what you would like - not the best but ok, Good overnight stay, Just an observation- the room we had had a huge fir hedge/trees outside the window - about a metre away- had to have light on even on sunny day as was so dark! Staff friendly and helpful.
View from window
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Not great

Check in limited, road noisy and room dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

karen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Property dated and in need of an update here and there - eg tap on sink swivelled round when turning on and off, head board on bed wonky, lots of dust in room, and hairs on the pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel , comfy and friendly, loved it .

We had just a one night stay and were really impressed with this hotel. Check in was very efficient , full explanation of the facilities. We had a very comfortable room and therefore a great nights sleep. The bedroom and bathroom were spotless. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the stylish restaurant. A good choice of cereals, fruit and yoghurt and a full English beautifully cooked and served . I really do hope to return to this hotel as we really enjoyed everything about it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room. Needing a little maintenance such a a broken toilet seat. No reception to inform. Other than that all good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ceri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, room was luxurious and well equipped. Friendly staff and all areas of the hotel were clean and nicely decorated and maintained. Only gripe was breakfast - we were told breakfast was included only to find out that you had to pay extra for cooked breakfast. The poor communication during breakfast made us feel that we had to keep asking for things rather than have everything explained on arrival. The waitress was polite but some menu guidance would have been appreciated instead we were left guessing which made breakfast quite an awkward experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early in freezing cold January 2023, my wife and I were the only guests in The Lord Bute which also had staffing problems due to illness, The two who cooked and served our breakfast were brilliant; the room was not serviced but that did not present any problem to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Just returned from a great 3 night stay in this gem of a hotel. Perfect location within easy walking distance of Highcliffe Castle and Avon beach. Staff were extremely polite, friendly and helpful in particular Ryan, the Operations Manager. We didn't eat any evening meals here but the breakfst was delicious and well presented with fine-dining crockery and cutlery. Our room was very large with a huge bed and a big light ensuite bathroom. The mattress was a little soft for our liking (just our personal preference) but we mentioned it to hotel staff and were immediately offered an alternative room - excellent customer service. We shall definitely return - worth paying a little more for such a great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good: Attending wedding at Highcliffe Castle and this hotel is literally five minute walk … the breakfast staff were very polite. Poor: safe not working, no toiletries, Electric sockets unsafe, and parking is pot luck ( we were lucky). Service at breakfast very slow and kept forgetting our simple orders … cause: only one member of staff both mornings and so extremely busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel had a lovely homely feel to it. The staff are friendly and helpful. But unfortunately we didn’t have a very comfortable nights sleep, in fact we didn’t get a lot of sleep!! As the mattress on the bed had springs in that you could feel. It also didn’t help that it was two single mattress put together. Such a shame, the mattress is letting the hotel down.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we only stayed fir 1 night ... but will definitely return .The hotel is superb ... outside .... inside ... decor .very tasteful and is spotless . The breakfast plentiful and perfect. Our bedroom was lovely ... it was large ... well decorated ... clean ....and the en suite bathroom ... large and clean. And the staff .... what lovely people ... a special thank you to the receptionist ... "shona" .... thank you for all your help !!! We can not recommend the lord bute highly enough !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael W

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about the Lord Bute is its staff; they are warm, personable , friendly -really nice people - but sadly not always efficient and on the ball ! They cleaned the room, but forgot to leave towels; so we came back late to a bathroom with no towels and no staff at that time of night to find some for us - we had to phone an emergency number to sort it out. Breakfast waiter, - one of them - head in the clouds forgot the butter, forgot the toast. Didn't check if we had all we needed. (needs more training ) No fruit juice, no bowls of fruit, no fruit yoghourt. Bed was comfortable and warm. Despite the lack of precision and sloppiness in the way it's run I would use it again .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024