Hampshire Hotels

Not only are the luxury hotels of Hampshire situated in the most convenient of locations but they also represent the very height of luxuriously appointed accommodation in the UK. The ultimate standard in design, comfort, facilities, food and leisure, come together to create a blend of quality and opulence rarely seen at any 5 star hotel in London, or indeed in any other cities. Numerous extras are available which enhance the level of service guests receive. Choice of cuisine along with the ultimate in dining ambience, a variety of specially designed rooms and suites to choose from, 24 hour room service, housekeeping, valet parking, porter and concierge services. Hampshire hotels are truly second to none, offering the traditional elegance of country house hotels in the New Forest as well as the chic and luxury hotels in historic cities such as Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester.

A very special place, Chewton Glen is a luxury country house hotel and spa set in 130 acres of Hampshire countryside. It is situated on the edge of the New Forest National Park and just a few minutes walk from the sea. It is one of the finest hotels in the UK and has been voted 'The Best Hotel in the British Isles' by readers of Conde Nast Traveller Magazine. Author Capt Frederick Marryat stayed for long periods during the 1840's gathering material for his famous novel 'The Children of the New Forest' with many of the rooms in the hotel named after characters from his books. His brother George owned the property from 1837 until 1855 when it was sold to the Elphinstone family. The property had three different owners between 1947 and 1967 but it was the Duval family who first made it into a hotel. The Skan family purchased the hotel in January 1966 transforming it into the special countenance it portrays today. Chewton Glen has continued to develop, winning countless national and international awards.

Tylney Hall is a Grade II listed country house hotel set in 66 acres of historic gardens and parkland in the depths of Hampshire. This fine hotel offers superb accommodation and excellent food along with comprehensive leisure facilities including a health spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and all-weather tennis courts. The current building dates from 1898 and served as a hospital during the First World War. It later became a private school. Today, it is said to be one of the most comfortable country house hotels in England. All 112 bedrooms are luxuriously furnished and decorated with many overlooking the stunning views of the grounds. Some have four-poster beds and spa baths making them the perfect idyll for a romantic weekend. Conveniently located only five minutes from the M3, this excellent hotel makes an ideal venue for long weekends, conferences and weddings.

A former Royal Hunting Lodge built in the 18th century, Whitley Ridge Country House Hotel is a 20-bedroomed Georgian house set in fourteen acres of secluded grounds near Brockenhurst in the New Forest. This splendid hotel exudes traditional elegance with a contemporary twist offering an exquisite mixture of contemporary Michelin-rated British and French cuisine that is simply superb. Self-taught Master Chef Alex Aitken creates his very own tantalizing and extravagant recipes with flair and panache, using local, wild ingredients wherever possible. Facilities include a private dining room set in an exclusive position overlooking the terrace, making it the ideal venue for business meetings or family celebrations. Here, the bespoke service of the hotel transforms an occasion into an event.

Esseborne Manor hotel is situated high on the hill above the beautiful Bourne Valley. A Victorian country house, it retains the feel of a private home with its warm and caring staff. All bedrooms are luxuriously decorated providing every home comfort. Dining in the elegant dining room is to be savoured for the imaginative cuisine and fine selection of wines from around the world. Being small and private and located in beautiful grounds, Esseborne Manor is an ideal location for private parties or weddings. The Tapestry Room is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies along with exclusive use of the house and grounds by prior arrangement. Just 50 miles from Heathrow Airport and being in close proximity to the M4 junction 13, M3 junction 8 and M40 junction 9, the hotel is ideally situated for corporate days away from the office. Conferences and meetings can also be accommodated in the Tapestry Room with other rooms available for sub-meetings.

Being surrounded by the diverse amenities of the county, hotels in Hampshire provide the perfect base from which to work or play. Visitors are warmly welcomed whether it be for a long or short term break offering superb facilities such as golf courses, leisure centres and fitness suites.