South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB
What's nearby
Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
New Forest National Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
Milford on Sea Beach - 20 min drive - 9.9 km
Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 79 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 45 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 45 min drive
Lymington Pier Station - 5 min walk
Lymington Sway Station - 12 min drive
Lymington Town Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
Lymington Yacht Haven - 6 min drive
The Six Bells - 4 min drive
Borough Arms - 3 min drive
Lounges of Lymington - 3 min drive
The Ship Inn - 4 min drive
About this property
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of New Forest National Park. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials, and Waterford Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this Edwardian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
54 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property provides one towel per person.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Playground
Children's menu
Children's games
Fence around the pool
What to do
Tennis
Racquetball/squash
Pool table
Access to nearby indoor pool
Bike rentals nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Working away
Business centre
2 meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Water sports equipment
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Bike parking
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Edwardian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Toaster
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps.
Dining
Waterford Restaurant – This brasserie serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
The Solent – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
The Tudor Bar – This bar specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.5 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property charges consumption-based electricity fees which are payable at the resort on check-out..
Children under 18 years old are allowed in the pool from 9 AM to 8 PM and must be accompanied by an adult.
Also known as
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Hotel
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Lymington
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Hotel Lymington
Frequently asked questions
Does Macdonald Elmers Court Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Elmers Court Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Macdonald Elmers Court Resort also has 2 bars, an outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring British cuisine.
What's the area around Macdonald Elmers Court Resort like?
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort is located on the waterfront, a short 5-minute walk from Lymington Pier Station and 14 minutes' walk from New Forest National Park.
Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2024
R
R, 3-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
14 September 2024
The room was very cold, with no heating. The staff did provide an extra duvet and a portable heater.The heating was still not on the next day.
Also no fires or atmosphere in the bar and main lounge area
The water temperature in the shower was tepid.
No tissues or biscuits were provided in the room due to my having made the booking through the resort?!
Sue
Sue, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
2 September 2024
Enjoyable stay. Really liked this hotel and would go back again. We particularly enjoyed the self catering lodge - very convenient if you have small children. The grounds and pool were a hit! Staff friendly and helpful.
However, property is a bit dated, needs a refresh. Breakfast is expensive for what it is and we were a bit disappointed.
Anastasia
Anastasia, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
The hotel was amazing, we loved the Manor House feel. The food in the restaurant was lovely and a recommendation wine was perfect with our beef.
Chalene
Chalene, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 August 2024
huong
huong, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
19 August 2024
The picture doesn't tell the story
No food or bar after 9pm ? This is a hotel in the middle of nowhere. And for a very mediocre breakfast you have to follow a bizarre route to a soulless room by the gym. Very odd. Could do so, so much better.
Piers
Piers, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Rosslyn
Rosslyn, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
Lovely property in a great locations we really enjoyed our stay. However the room we had in the old Manor House was a bit small and restricted by too much furniture. The shower an old in line electric water heater was difficult to use and as usual with these water pressure was limited. It would also have helped to have a small fridge.
Richard
Richard, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
17 July 2024
Well kept gardens. Views great
Denise
Denise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Gorgeous hotel on vast grounds with lovely pools and gym. Easy walk to ferry for Isle of Wight.
Rebekah
Rebekah, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 June 2024
Peaceful getaway
A lovely trip to new forest. The hotel was very relaxed, good location & peaceful. The self catering suits were great size, but beds were uncomfortable & the pillows. Very clean & ideal for a long weekend trip. The SPA was very clean & relaxed. The restaurant was lovely & going above & beyond with dietry requirements. Lovely bar area & over all plesant stay.
Hoosna
Hoosna, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
7 June 2024
Jack
Jack, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
Old building needs a lot of maintenance.
Rooms were big but poorly lit.
Ross
Ross, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
23 April 2024
Little things mean a lot
The shower is old and decrepit stepped into when it was warm it immediately became cold let it run from five minutes still cold so I had a cold shower and my wife didn't have a shower at all . The toilet was reluctant to flush and needed pushing several times . Room 33A was also next to the boilers for the whole building so I was woken by banging caused by in the pipes at 6 a.m. it stopped after a minute or so ,so we didn't complain. Probably a mistake because it came back in the evening louder and more persistent so reception sent an engineer. He suggested we pack up and move to another room. After we packed the banging stopped so we unpacked (partly) as we were leaving next day. Also because they were having difficulty finding us a room
Lovely location fine grounds a good swimming pool but spoiled by poor room maintenance. I would recommend not accepting 33A in the Tudor house . I can't tell you about the rest of the hotel except it looked good from a distance. The staff were good and in some cases super helpful.
George
George, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 April 2024
T M
T M, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
Pauline
Pauline, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
27 March 2024
Beautiful historic main building, superb grounds, great leisure centre with lovely indoor heated pool. Our bedroom was rather old and tired, but that was reflected in the price. All-in-all a very good stay.
Ian
Ian, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
29 February 2024
We chose this place for a short winter break and the indoor pool was the main attraction. The apartment was comfortable, well equipped and generally clean. Overall condition of the apartment and pool facilities could be better. The strangely limited assortment of apps on the smart tv was a mystery! The walk into town is about a mile and the road is not the best after dark so I was glad to have a torch. We like Lymington and the surrounding area and travel here often.
David
David, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
19 February 2024
Fantastic break from start to finish. We stayed in a 1 bed apartment (No 25) in the main Manor House and it was huge, much bigger than I expected. The apartment was spotless and came with toiletries, cleaning supplies and tea/coffee etc. We were self catering so didn’t use the restaurants but we made the most of the indoor pool as this was the main reason I booked. I wanted to take my 9 year old son away for a few days and the pool was the main attraction for us. We had a great time and I’d definitely go back. Would be even more lovely in the summer as the outdoor pool & gardens looked fab! We were lucky with the weather and managed a game of tennis one day. Yes the tennis courts need resurfacing but this didn’t stop us enjoying ourselves & having fun. Taking a child away as a single parent can be daunting but Elmers court was a great place to go, so to any other single patents out there I say go for it! You’ll have a great time
Lara
Lara, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
18 February 2024
Will definitely be going again!
Staff extremely attentive and helpful, great food and facilities on site. Room was very cosy with a comfy bed and Google Cast which allowed us to stream whatever we liked from our phones to the TV, which was a fantastic feature we had not seen at other hotels. The spa is well worth a visit and the pool, sauna and steam room were very enjoyable too.
The only things that stopped it making this a 5-star trip was that the shower was sometimes not quite as hot as we'd like (we were in Manor House 29a) and it would have been nice to have a bigger bar area with a wider draft beer selection.
However, these minor things definitely did not spoil our trip as they were just down to our personal preferences, and we would definitely go again regardless of these! Highly recommended for couples and families alike.
Joshua
Joshua, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2024
Bizzare Breakfast situation and not at all worth it for the price. The hotel, room, staff in the reception and the gym spa area great. They should start serving breakfast in the main hotel building’s restaurant which serves dinner.
Mohammed
Mohammed, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2024
Nilesh
Nilesh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2023
Cracking Hotel in great location.
Really pleasantly surprised with Elmers Court. The Hotel is in a great location with fantastic facilities. John (in the bar) and Sophie (reception) deserve a special mention as they were so welcoming and enthusiastic. The Spa, gum and pool were great and this enhanced our stay. The close proximity to the IOW ferry is super practical too.
Alistair
Alistair, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 November 2023
Flat 4
Dirty behind toilet and washbasin generally quite good paintwork a bit grubby in places.
Door to flat catches on top hinge and door to bathroom catches on edge of shower frame