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Macdonald Elmers Court Resort

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A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance. - Macdonald Elmers Court Resort (Lymington)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building. - Macdonald Elmers Court Resort (Lymington)
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A courtyard with a fire pit, wicker chairs, and a building with a brick facade and large windows. - Macdonald Elmers Court Resort (Lymington)
Located close to Lymington Pier Ferry Port, Macdonald Elmers Court Resort provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the racquetball/squash at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and British cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a brown armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a brown armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony or Patio

  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a brown armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Extra Two Bedroom Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Classic Plus Two Bedroom Apartment with Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A double bed with two pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Four Bedroom Apartment with Balcony & Private Garden

  • 53 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a dark headboard, and two red pillows.

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a dining table. Large windows provide natural light and a view of greenery outside.

Classic Studio Apartment with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Lymington, Macdonald Elmers Court Resort is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway, while New Forest Wildlife Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World are popular area attractions. Lymington Pier Ferry Port and Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, windsurfing, and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Lymington travel guide
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South Baddesley Road, Lymington, England, SO41 5ZB

What's nearby

  • A serene forest with a calm river reflecting the trees.
    New Forest National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port
    6 min walk - 0.4 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
    5 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Terrace Cafe
    11 min drive
  • Monkey Brewhouse
    4 min drive
  • The White Hart
    5 min drive
  • East End Arms
    5 min drive
  • Chequers Inn
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Solent
  • The Tudor Bar
  • Waterford Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property provides one towel per person.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 3 2026 to August 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Elmers Court Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from June 3 2026 to August 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Macdonald Elmers Court Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Macdonald Elmers Court Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Macdonald Elmers Court Resort located?

Located in the heart of Lymington, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lymington Pier Ferry Port and New Forest National Park. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Beaulieu National Motor Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). Lymington Pier Station is only a 5-minute walk and Lymington Town Station is 21 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Macdonald Elmers Court Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 152 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, pleasant staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pleased with our stay in the studio apartment. The apartment was roomy, was clean, had everything we needed, and exceeded our expectations at the price point. The hotel is walkable into Lymington, and has easy access to the rest of the New Forest. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Well kept gardens. Views great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel on vast grounds with lovely pools and gym. Easy walk to ferry for Isle of Wight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very pleasant. And clean. Should have more cleaning staff the check is far too late.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing grounds and property but apartment we had was very run down and old- lots of damp smelling. Staff were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and quiet setting I stayed Mon-Fri so can't speak for the busier periods but massive grounds well maintained with extremely attentive, caring and friendly staff members including the Tudor bar staff which were very welcoming upon every visit well done. My room was clean and tidy if in need of an update such a shame because the room had such an outstanding view it could be so much more. Still I had a fantastic 5day stay thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yasmine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful but very tired room

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hoosna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mohamed

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

It does the job

We stayed in west court cottage and it had all amenities. Oven, microwave, dishwasher and pots/pans. It could benefit from more cleaning and refurbishment. Not sure if the style was meant to be retro but I would like a new carpet, curtains and bed cover. The inside pool was not bad. BEDBUGS were an issue. They had a feast on me and my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lovely site, loads of potential kids loved it but very tired and service is questionable however staff went above to try and rectify
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

ROSEMARY

Difficult to know what to say good and bad

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
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very late check in - post 5pm, which meant we could not get in our apartment or use any faciities, so hung around reception with the kids. The apartment is a great size, but issues with blocked (dust) extracts and left over wrappers from previous guests. The accomodation though is so tired and dated - like something out of the 90's and not 4 star quality or worth over £200 a night. Needs full modernisation, floors, lighting, furniture, bathrooms and kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel grounds and swimming / gym facilities were good. We stayed in a 1 bed apartment which was very dated in decor, not that clean especially the bedroom / bed and cushions / curtains in living area. Sloping ceilings not great to sit up in bed which was under a window. In need of improvement. We sat in the Tudor bar for dinner one night - again a bit dated. Car parking spaces v narrow. Food was nice. Staff friendly. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024