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The NICI New Forest

Property class: 4

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A large, traditional brick building with multiple chimneys, a symmetrical facade, and a well-manicured lawn in front.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and plants.
A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and a checkered upholstered chair.
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lymington Pier Ferry Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, JW Day Spa and Beauty
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a vase with flowers on a nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, books, and a vase with flowers.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, books, and a vase with flowers.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of greenery, and a sloped ceiling.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of greenery, and a sloped ceiling.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with a floral pillow, a red throw blanket, and a wooden headboard. There is a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a candle.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A spacious living area with a dining table, seating, and a television.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Family Room (Garden Deck)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden Deck)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Garden) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Studio, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Garden)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a book titled 'HAMPTON'S PRIVATE'.

Standard Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a fireplace.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (NICI) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Suite, 1 King Bed (NICI)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Manor Standard) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Room, 1 King Bed (Manor Standard)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a reading lamp, a bench, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Manor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Suite, 1 King Bed (Manor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for House, 4 Bedrooms (Eastway)

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, and a plaid blanket.

House, 4 Bedrooms (Eastway)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Lymington

Located within a 5-minute walk of Lymington Pier Ferry Port, The NICI New Forest is within a 15-minute stroll of New Forest National Park. This 4-star hotel has 42 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • New Forest National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • JW Day Spa and Beauty - 11 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 35 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lymington Pier Station - 4 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monkey Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East End Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tudor Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The NICI New Forest

At The NICI New Forest, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. Free parking is included with your stay. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
32-inch plasma TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are other standard amenities.
An outdoor tennis court, a health club, and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 10 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Elms Cafe & Bar
  • Martha's

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Elmers Court

Elmers Court Hotel

Elmers Hotel

Elmers Macdonald Hotel

Macdonald Elmers

Macdonald Elmers Court

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Lymington

Macdonald Elmers Court Lymington

Macdonald Hotel Elmers Court

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel And Resort

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Resort Lymington

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Resort

Macdonald Elmers Court

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Hotel

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Lymington

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel Hotel Lymington

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The NICI New Forest?

The NICI New Forest provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The NICI New Forest?

As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The NICI New Forest on Oct 1, 2026 start from $248, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around The NICI New Forest?

This hotel is located in Lymington, a short 13-minute walk from New Forest National Park and also 4 minutes on foot from Lymington Pier Ferry Port. You'll also find Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Yarmouth Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The NICI New Forest?

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

Is there a spa at The NICI New Forest?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages and body treatments.

Does The NICI New Forest feature a casino at the property?

No, The NICI New Forest doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The NICI New Forest?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is The NICI New Forest good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 24-hour room service as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The NICI New Forest?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The NICI New Forest feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The NICI New Forest has 2 restaurants, and serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The NICI New Forest allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The NICI New Forest for a fee of GBP 30.00 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The NICI New Forest?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from The NICI New Forest?

The closest major airport to The NICI New Forest is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 17.3 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 24.6 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The NICI New Forest?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The NICI New Forest that offer a balcony.

Does The NICI New Forest have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The NICI New Forest if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The NICI New Forest Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 662 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy every time we stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Currently under renovation, but still an excellent property. The staff were great, a special thanks to Laura for her assistance with an issue I had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a building site and not for for purpose
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Denis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not informed hotel was undergoing a renovation in a terrible state and was unable to stay there had to return home completely ruined our planed break very disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but there is a lot of building work going on
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the resort is undergoing major renovations and we were warned about this beforehand. All the leisure facilities were close but the grounds are lovely. We hope they keep the family cottages once the renovations are complete.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Currently being refurbished so perhaps our experience was not typical. However the staff were unexceptional, breakfast very poor and room clean but dated. The location is wonderful so maybe when the refurb is complete it will all improve.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darpankumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort and facilities and short drive to Lymington town!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of updating was evidently in progress which we were warned about in advance, but we were not disturbed at all as it was a weekend. The room was very spacious and comfy with a huge comfy bed. Staff were lovely. The main building and grounds were gorgeous. Our only niggle was lack of enough milk in the room (we love lots of tea and coffee), and one of the sachets of milk was off, as it turned lumpy in the tea). We didn't complain as only there for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice surroundings and close to Town. Ferryman Pub is worth a visit too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was great and not troubled by the extensive renovations. The price matched the amenities which were not available like spa and swimming pools. Gym was available but did not use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Currently the hotel is under refurbishment. A lot of amenities wasnt available. Including a hot breakfast on Sunday morning, which was on Saturday. Not a lot of food available on either days. Didn't have the same feel as other macdonald hotels. Rooms were far from reception, which was tricky when it was raining. Rooms were OK.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DEMETRIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff and excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff, lovely surroundings and fab breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Milly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The view was lovely and the apartment was spacious, well equipped and comfortable. The bed sheets and pillows unfortunately let the sleep down. They smelt disgusting, like bleach. The bed was full of little bits and wasn’t very clean. Other than bad sleep, it was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very dated rooms but beautiful grounds and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice grounds and setting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room but not easy to find in the pouring rain, dark and in the middle of building works.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has been taken over and is being refurbished no amenities all under construction. Not notified after booking asked to review did we enjoy by the pool and fine dining in the restaurant all closed main manor house gutted . Take away limited menu continental breakfast. Indoor and outdoor pools drained and closed . Signage poor.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff and surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We understand that these amazing buildings have to be renovated but charging full price for a hotel with no facilities at all is very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Varied range of accommodation, good facilities, comfortable and in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third time to Elmer’s. It is a lovely space with excellent facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025