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7.7

1,395 reviews

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

South Baddesley Road, Lyndhurst, SO41 5ZB, United Kingdom

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Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel is a 4-star retreat in Lymington, United Kingdom. The address is South Baddesley Road, and it's about 0.9mi from the city center. Rates start from $156 per night, and the property has 1,395 reviews.

Amenities include Spa/Wellness packages, indoor and outdoor swimming pools (free), free Wi‑Fi, on-site parking (free), a restaurant and bar, and room service. A fitness center (free), sauna (free), steam room, and tennis court (free) are available, along with a terrace, garden, and balcony. Non-smoking rooms and wheelchair accessibility are provided, plus a 24-hour front desk.

Some services carry extra charges, including Meeting/Banquet facilities, Spa, Massage, and Kids' meals. The site also features a playground, adding family-friendly options.

Two dining spots on site keep evenings inviting. The Waterford charms with family-friendly, traditional fare, while The Solent Bistro offers another welcoming option for a relaxed meal. An on-site restaurant and bar, plus room service, ensure tasty choices are always within reach after a day of exploring Lymington.

Wellness and recreation blend easily into the stay. Two pools are available year-round for adults only—a heated indoor pool with a shallow end, and an outdoor pool to enjoy the fresh air. Spa and wellness packages are offered, with some services such as spa and massage carrying extra charges. A playground adds a splash of family-friendly fun, and outdoor spaces like a terrace and garden provide calm spots to unwind.

Practical details keep plans simple. Cash is not accepted; payments can be made with Mastercard, American Express, or Visa. Free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi add convenience, while a 24-hour front desk helps with plans and local tips whenever needed.

Closest airports

Bournemouth Airport

14mi

Southampton / Weather Centre

15.2mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Tennis court

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Playground

Garden

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Feature Family Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Family

1 Double Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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The refurbished feature family is spacious and features a walk-in shower and separate baths

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Executive, Twin

1 Twin Bed

225 sqft

Balcony

Free wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

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Spacious rooms featuring free WiFi access, a flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries.

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Executive

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

Balcony

Free wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

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Spacious rooms featuring free WiFi access, a flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries.

Suite in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Suite

2 Sofa Beds

1 Double Bed

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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Suite is 323 square feet and includes a double bed 131-150 width.

King Room - Disability Access in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Accessible Room

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Wifi

Coffee machine

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x3

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Accessible

Deluxe King Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Deluxe, King Size

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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Deluxe King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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x3

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Deluxe Twin is 226 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Deluxe King Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Executive, King Size

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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x3

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Executive King Bed

Standard King Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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x3

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Standard King is 226 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width.

Standard Double Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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x6

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Room Standard

Standard King Room in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

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Classic, King Size

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Wifi

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Classic

1 Double Bed

Wifi

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x3

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Classic Double Bed

Guest reviews

7.7

1,395 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jessica

9.1

February 2024

The property is lovely, beautiful grounds and in the summer the outside pool would be lovely! The room was great, perfect for our family of 4 (kids are 2 and 4). Bunk beds are small in length but as our kids are little it was perfect for us. The main bed was super big and comfy which was great.

Only downside I would say is for people coming for a spa break - the pool is family swim for most of the time and not the warmest, there is also no loungers around the pool, so we saw quite a few disappointed people coming to the pool and leaving shortly after. For us with kids it was great, but would say keep that in mind if you’re after a more relaxing adult break.

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Teresa

10

April 2025

Before our visit the reception staff were most pro-active and emailed and were most accommodating and helpful as regards my allergy. My many thanks to them for making my trip a safe and relaxing one. On arrival all staff were most pleasant, efficient, courteous and helpful. The breakfast and dinner were excellent and facilities were amazing. I particularly appreciated the 'adult only' swimming times' which facilitated a more relaxing swim time for the more mature persons. The grounds were well kept and most enjoyable to walk around. All in all a most excellent venue with excellent service.

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Maria

10

February 2025

Fab surroundings, great staff in reception and restaurant, fabulous food and reasonable prices for exquisite food and drinks. Didn’t use spa as only fleeting visit, but would book in for longer! Dulcie and Lucy on reception very helpful! Alex and Ben patient in allowing us to ask questions about venue layout and breakfast/dinner concerns. Didn’t feel pressurised to buy products at spa reception , even after asking numerous questions. Breakfast was well prepared , good quality and of good portion and hot. Dinner was fabulous! Topped up with new tea pots on request.

The location and entrance is not easy to see on a dark night, when checking in. Easy to miss, but luckily my eagle eyes made it out… tight turn into the grounds, but great parking availability and good sized space.

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Irene

9.1

January 2025

The staff were excellent. The indoor pool was a good size and the perfect temperature. Unfortunately we didn't have time to explore the other leisure facilities but hope to do so in the future. The room was spacious, warm and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The hotel was easy to find and we liked the location. We would stay here again.

Advance information regarding the location of the car park from the check in desk would have been good. We had a fridge, kitchen sink and breakfast bar in our room which we didn't expect along with tea/coffee making. If we had known about this we would have taken a few items such as a tea towel, dish cloth, some consumables, etc. and made good use of this facility.

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Nigel

10

April 2025

All perfect with the exception of being charged £52 for 2 breakfasts !!. Why they choose to charge so much is beyond me. Had we booked breakfast at time of making the reservation it would have been cheaper but £52 is beyond the pale. The bar prices are hefty but nothing compared to the breakfast cost. The breakfast was fine but nothing exceptional. Tea spoons instead of dessert spoons to serve yourself with cold fruit salad etc. Obviously to reduce consumption. Table service for excellent cooked breakfast. The waiter was most obliging we must add.

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Jacqueline

9.1

July 2025

Breakfast was very good and gluten free/ lactose free well catered for upon request. Room was chalet style in courtyard very comfortable and clean if a little dated. No socket at bedside for CPAP machine but extension lead was supplied very promptly when requested . Very handy for ferry crossing to isle of wight on morning we booked out . Very friendly staff. Did not use leisure facilities but outside pool looked very inviting on hot day . Will return when in area probably for a longer stay

all was good

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Michelle

8.2

September 2024

The food was very nice. The staff were lovely and accommodating. The decor was nice in both the main building and the bedroom. Would have asked for a ground floor room had I realised the rooms were outside. Brilliant pool and gym facilities.

The only thing I did not realise when I made the booking was that the hotel rooms are outside the main building and up some very slippy steps and it was heavily raining. I was absolutely drenched each time I left the room to go somewhere else - covered walkways would be a good idea. Also parking is a bit confusing and there were only 3 disabled places which were taken up the whole time I was there.

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Kathryn

8.2

March 2025

Position of hotel. Dinner.

The room. It was badly designed. There was a huge patio door in the room that meant privacy was poor. The bathroom and dressing room both faced this window. Which meant to get privacy you had to have the curtains shut most of the time. There was no where to hang your coats except in the wardrobe that only had 6 hangers so left hardly any for your other clothes. Also there was no where to put your clothes in the bathroom. No hook on the door, no stool or even a toilet seat.

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Rejoice

8.2

April 2025

The room was perfct. The scenery was good, wanted peaceful, calm environment trying to escape the busy London life and thats what l got.

There was confusion on payment of breakfast, intially was told no need to pay for breakfast as it was covered as a package for the room, made confirmations, at the venue when we showed up for breakfast we were told otherwise and we ordered breakfast, thought it was 26pounds like we were told but the bill came with 52 pounds, totaly not worthy that amount.

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Philippa

8.2

January 2024

We had stayed here before so knew exactly what to expect. If you want a 5 star luxury spa hotel it's not for you. But we love the location (we visit the area for winter birdwatching mostly) and the rooms are spacious and comfortable with large beds. We like having a bath as well as shower, so that's a plus. The indoor swimming pool is a great rainy day option. The outdoor pool looks lovely but we don't come here in summer! The breakfast offers plenty of choice and is better quality than we would normally expect in a large but not luxury hotel.

It was all fine, it was exactly as we expected. Some people might think the rooms are a bit tired.

Points of Interest Around Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

Attractions

New Forest National Park

8.1mi

SS Shieldhall

10.9mi

Port of Southampton

10.9mi

Solent Sky Museum

11.2mi

Paultons Park

14.3mi

Godshill Model Village

14.7mi

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

15.4mi

Isle of Wight

17.5mi

Shanklin

17.9mi

Poole Harbour

19.9mi

Brownsea Island

20.2mi

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

20.7mi

Salisbury Cathedral

24.3mi

Salisbury Museum

24.3mi

Old Sarum

26.2mi

Restaurants

The Waterford

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

The Solent Bistro

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Tennis court

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Playground

Garden

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

Planning to stay at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel? Kindly note that you can check in after 03:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.

Is there parking at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

Yes, parking is available at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel. It is free and located on-site. The parking is public, and there is no need for a reservation.

What's the nightly rate at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

For stays at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel, prices generally start at $156. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.

What types of rooms does Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel offer?

The Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel offers a variety of room types. These include Feature King Rooms with a King size bed, Feature Family Rooms with a Double bed, Executive King Rooms with a Double bed, Classic Double or Twin Rooms with a King size bed, Double Rooms with a Double bed, Feature Suites with a Double bed, and Executive Twin Rooms with two Twin beds. All rooms have a size range of 226-323 sqft and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms.

What is there to do in Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

Guests at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel can spend their time enjoying a range of leisure amenities. The hotel offers a spa with wellness packages, including massage treatments and body wraps. There is an indoor swimming pool, as well as an outdoor swimming pool that is available during the seasonal months. Guests can also make use of the steam room, sauna, and fitness center.

For those who enjoy sports, the hotel features a golf course and tennis court. There are also options for aerobics, racquetball, and mini golf. Families with children can take advantage of the playground and board games available.

When it comes to dining options, the hotel offers two on-site restaurants. The Waterford provides a family-friendly and traditional atmosphere, while The Solent Bistro offers a family-friendly ambiance.

Overall, guests have the opportunity to relax, indulge in spa treatments, swim, play sports, and enjoy delicious meals during their stay at the hotel.

Can guests use a pool at Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

The Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel has two pools. Pool 1 is an indoor pool that is available all year round. It is heated and has a shallow end. However, it is restricted to adults only. Pool 2 is an outdoor pool that is seasonal, meaning it is only available during certain times of the year. Like Pool 1, it is also restricted to adults only.

Does Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has two on-site restaurants: The Waterford and The Solent Bistro. The Waterford offers a family-friendly and traditional ambiance, while The Solent Bistro is also family-friendly.

Which payment methods are supported by Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel?

Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Maestro as payment methods. Additionally, they accept cash as a form of payment.