Macdonald Elmers Court Resort

4.0 star property
Bayfront hotel with 2 restaurants, near Lymington Pier Ferry Port

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Classic Studio Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
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Macdonald Elmers Court Resort offers a tranquil retreat near Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal. Unwind with a hot stone massage at the onsite spa, or enjoy racquetball/squash and tennis courts for an active getaway. Savor British cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, relax by the fireplace in the lobby, or lounge by either indoor pool or outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Business centre

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Classic Plus Two Bedroom Apartment with Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Classic One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Classic Studio Apartment with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Four Bedroom Apartment with Balcony & Private Garden

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds

Classic Extra Two Bedroom Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony or Patio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

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South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB

What's nearby

  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Forest National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Milford on Sea Beach - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 40 min drive - 7.3 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 Monkey House
  • ‪The Six Bells - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Borough Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lounges of Lymington - ‬3 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 and Lymington Pier Ferry Port. 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

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Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property provides one towel per person.
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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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
  • Dining table

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

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Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The spa was great, offering a relaxing experience with a clean and enjoyable pool, sauna, and steam room. (4 reviews)
  • The property's gym facilities were good and part of the overall pleasant experience. (3 reviews)
  • The property's indoor and outdoor pools were great, enhancing the stay and providing a fun experience for guests. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Very pleasant. And clean. Should have more cleaning staff the check is far too late.
4-night trip

6/10

The grounds are beautiful and the reception staff were lovely. Slightly disappointed with the accommodation as it was very tired and dirty. It was also in an outbuilding and not the main hotel. Again, in dire need of modernisation.
2-night trip

8/10

Difficult to know what to say. Apartment spacious, excellent amenities, very clean but unfortunately in dire need of a refurbishment. Dingy walls, yellow chipped paintwork, double glazed units blown, kitchen plinth kept falling down on my feet. If you can see by the tired look of the place you can’t beat it. Staff always friendly and helpful, great position next to ferry but too far out of town for us. Having said all this I would stay there again
5-night trip

10/10

This is the second time I book in this hotel has lovely views, nice and calm atmosphere
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay
3-night trip

8/10

Location was great and loved that we had our own apartment which was good value. However, during our stay, there were a couple of prom events that we weren’t informed about. When queried, the response was an email was sent, which I never received as I booked through a third party. I would have expected a better notification for the guests staying there, such as possibly a notice at the front desk. The hotel manager, was in the lobby one evening, where his guests were staying and instead of asking the guest how their stay was, or the reason for the visit, he was only interested in the people associated with the prom. The reason for this trip was a friends birthday, which was mentioned. Booked the afternoon tea, no extra goodwill gesture was offered, such a piece of birthday cake or an extra glass of champagne. The service during the afternoon tea, was disappointing. Initial order was placed and the service took quite some time and trying to get anyone’s attention was a challenge. Appreciate there was people in the bar and staff were attending to those guests too, but maybe more staff are required. Overall was a good stay and would return, just disappointed with the lack of attention to detail.
3-night trip

6/10

Amazing grounds and property but apartment we had was very run down and old- lots of damp smelling. Staff were attentive and helpful.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice room, pleasant staff and great location
2-night trip

6/10

Its ok. Just ok. The most unusual thing about this hotel is a 5pm check in and a 10am check out time. I travel almost weekly for work and this is the only hotel i’ve ever known with these hours. The main house is beautiful and the grounds are generally lovely although they need regular litter picking. Most of the accommodation is in “new” blocks that are run down and in need of some TLC. (see pictures). The SPA could also do with a revamp but is, at present, acceptable and as described. The rooms are fine - again a little dated. Ours had a patio area which again was in need of sprucing up and a jet wash. The Window to our room had blown and the meant we couldn’t enjoy the view. The bedding quality is not great and the pillow cover opening is in the middle which means if your pillow turns over in the night, your face is touching the actual pillow - sounds picky but it freaked me out. Elemis toiletries are a nice touch but only a tiny bottle for shampoo and shower gel for two people for two nights. No conditioner, no lotion or balm. We didn’t have our room cleaned whilst we there - not sure why but didn’t see any signs telling us otherwise etc. Location is great for Lymington to Yarmouth ferry - literally 5 minute walk. Nothing felt luxury here. It wasn’t bad but i doubt i would be back or recommend it to friends.
2-night trip

8/10

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay at the resort with friendly staff and beautiful location
3-night trip

8/10

Well kept gardens. Views great
3-night trip

10/10

Gorgeous hotel on vast grounds with lovely pools and gym. Easy walk to ferry for Isle of Wight.
3-night trip

10/10

2 night stay. One bed apartment with kitchen. Large lounge, bedroom. Old style furnishings. Shower over bath. Quiet location at this time (November). Convenientt for IoW ferry. Lymington old town picturesque. New forest all around this property. Great value for money (November).
2-night trip

8/10

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.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent facilities and very friendly and helpful staff
2-night trip

8/10

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.
4-night trip

10/10

Lovely property so close to Isle of Wight ferry. Serene and lovely for walking around.
2-night trip

10/10

It was a beautiful, large one bedroom apartment. WE had a wonderful time.
4-night trip

10/10

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.
2-night trip

10/10

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.
3-night trip

8/10

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.
2-night trip

6/10

Breakfast = £26
2-night trip

6/10

Friendly staff and beautiful grounds, our two bed, two bathroom self catering accommodation was very in need of modernisation- dated furnishings, mouldy seals in baths and very creaky floors.
2-night trip

8/10

Lovely site, loads of potential kids loved it but very tired and service is questionable however staff went above to try and rectify
2-night trip

4/10

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?!
2-night trip