Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lime-wood-lyndhurst"><a href="https://www.limewoodhotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lime Wood</a>, Lyndhurst</h2>



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<p>Known to draw in a few visiting celebrities, this romantic, five-star New Forest spa hotel oozes laid-back luxury. Blended beautifully into the scenery, the Herb House spa is a wellbeing haven, with fabulous indoor and outdoor spa pools and next-level wellbeing treatments. Sip an Aperol Spritz or a glass of English sparkling in the courtyard bar before dining on an exquisite rustic Italian menu from celeb chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder. Then it’s off to bed in one of the country-chic designer rooms or Lake Cabin, Forest Cottages and Cabin in the grounds. <em><a href="https://www.limewoodhotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">limewoodhotel.co.uk</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-grosvenor-stockbridge"><a href="https://www.thegrosvenorstockbridge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Grosvenor</a>, Stockbridge</h2>



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<p>The pretty little town of Stockbridge is full of quaint independent shops and picture-postcard cottages. Standing on the High Street with its own bar and top-notch restaurant, the Grosvenor Hotel is the epitome of country chic. Inside the beautiful Georgian building, comfy bedrooms of all types have soft lighting and tasteful décor. If you can, splurge on the hotel’s beautiful Hayloft Suite with its freestanding bath and walk-in shower. After, strike out on a nature-filled stroll along the River Test and discover fabulous country gastropubs. <em><a href="https://www.thegrosvenorstockbridge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thegrosvenorstockbridge.com</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-pig-in-the-wall-southampton"><a href="https://www.thepighotel.com/in-the-wall/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">THE PIG in the Wall</a>, Southampton</h2>



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<p>A bijou, boutique hotel in a grand Georgian building in Southampton’s medieval walls, if you fancy a romantic city break, this little piggie comes highly recommended. The smallest in the stylish hotel group’s growing ‘litter’ and a short walk into the city, shabby chic rooms have walk-in showers and bags of historic charm. Served until 8pm, ingredients used in the casual deli-bar restaurant come in from the Brockenhurst PIG as part of the ‘25-mile’ super locally-sourced menu. If you’re staying and fancy eating a little later or fancy giving two Piggies a whirl in one hit, there’s a complimentary return transfer service to THE PIG in the Forest at Brockenhurst. <em><a href="https://www.thepighotel.com/in-the-wall/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thepighotel.com/in-the-wall</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-red-lion-odiham"><a href="https://www.redlionodiham.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Red Lion</a>, Odiham</h2>



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<p>A historic fixture in the town with aged beams and bags of character,&nbsp;The Red Lion is a cosy, Grade II-listed pub on Odiham High Street. For those coming from out of town, it’s also conveniently located just a stone’s throw from the M3. Down to earth but hearty and well executed, the restaurant is always busy serving up large plates of steaming pub classics with a well-priced and chosen wine list to pair with them. Newly refurbished, upstairs. seven stylish, aviation-titled rooms blend character features like large sash windows and gnarled wooden beams with contemporary furniture, Nespresso coffee machines, Netflix-enabled flatscreen TVs and large, very comfortable beds. <em><a href="https://www.redlionodiham.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">redlionodiham.co.uk</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-rhinefield-house-brockenhurst"><a href="https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/rhinefieldhouse" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rhinefield House,</a> Brockenhurst</h2>



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<p>Set deep in the heart of the New Forest in 40 beautiful acres, Rhinefield House is a grand country house hotel. Part of the Hand Picked Hotels Group, in 2024 it scored a reassuringly high Four AA Star rating. Two restaurants serve contemporary British fare. And if you need a bit of R&amp;R, there’s a bijou spa and Elemis treatments. Most rooms are in the modern extension, so if character is a must, you&#8217;ll want to book ahead for a suite in the main house. After breakfast, take a romantic walk and explore the historic grounds and soaring giant sequoias, coast redwoods, Douglas firs, black spruce, and red spruce along the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive. <em><a href="https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/rhinefieldhouse" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">handpickedhotels.co.uk/rhinefieldhouse</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aviator-farnborough"><a href="https://aviatorhampshire.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aviator</a>, Farnborough</h2>



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<p>Like to travel first class? Book a stylishly romantic weekender and come in to land at this&nbsp;luxe aviation-themed hotel. Overlooking the private Farnborough Airport, Aviator’s fine dining brasserie with soft low lighting is perfect for a romantic supper – after a signature Silver Jet, Air Mail or Virgin Jet cocktail in the stylish Sky Bar, of course. Each of the hotel&#8217;s 169 bedrooms has king or super king beds, TVs with complimentary movies, warm walnut panelling and leather accents throughout – very private jet, darling. <em><a href="https://aviatorhampshire.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aviatorhampshire.com</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-careys-manor-hotel-and-senspa-brockenhurst"><a href="https://www.careysmanor.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Careys Manor Hotel and SenSpa</a>, Brockenhurst</h2>



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<p>A beautiful 18th-century Manor House, this New Forest hotel has layer upon layer of history, dating right back to the era of Charles II. Modern Garden Rooms have leafy views and all mod cons. For the most romantic stays, you&#8217;ll want a chic Manor or Four Poster Manor Suite in the main house. Hotel guests can take a workout in the gym or swim and steam but for the full romantic spa experience, book time in at the hotel’s SenSpa hydrotherapy rooms. Lunch on Thai food in the SenSpa&#8217;s Zen Garden restaurant. Then, for dinner, head to Cambium, Careys Manor’s modern-British restaurant, or whisper <em>&#8220;je t&#8217;aime&#8221;</em> and look meaningfully over the table at the quirky Parisian-style French brasserie, Le Blaireu. <em><a href="https://www.careysmanor.com/">Careysmanor.com</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-elvetham-hook"><a href="https://www.elvethamhotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Elvetham</a>, Hook</h2>



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<p>An extraordinary Victorian neo-gothic house with fantastic history, beautiful, listed architecture and spectacular interiors, The Elvetham Hotel&nbsp;has a real Lord and Lady of the Manor vibe. Have a drink in the fiery red Gloriana Bar, dine in the smart, Sylvanus restaurant then head up an enormous staircase to one of the hotel’s 93 bedrooms, with views over the sweeping grounds. <em><a href="https://www.elvethamhotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">elvethamhotel.co.uk</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-peat-spade-stockbridge"><a href="https://www.peatspadeinn.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Peat Spade</a>, Stockbridge</h2>



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<p>A stunning gabled Victorian pub just a few miles out of Stockbridge, this historic coaching inn is a real foodie spot. In the restaurant, sink a local ale or gin and dine well on seasonal food, pub classics and local fare like the county’s famed smoked chalk stream trout. After head upstairs and sink into a comfortable, country chic bed. In the morning, a freshly cooked breakfast will set you up perfectly for a romantic riverside stroll.&nbsp;<em><a href="https://www.peatspadeinn.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">peatspadeinn.co.uk</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-queens-hotel-portsmouth"><a href="https://queenshotelportsmouth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Queens Hotel</a>, Portsmouth</h2>



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<p>Voted Best Hotel in Hampshire in the 2024 Muddy Awards, this grand dame of a hotel on Southsea seafront beautifully mixes old-world opulence with modern interiors. Full of history, The Queens is anything but stuffy with a grounded, down-to-earth Southsea vibe. Beyond the jaw-dropping lobby, the hotel’s Restaurant 1865 is by far one of the best in the city – ideal for a romantic meal. Upstairs, comfortable rooms have big comfy beds fluffy white towels and modern Edwardian-style white tiling. Be sure to book a sea view. <em><a href="https://queenshotelportsmouth.com/">queenshotelportsmouth.com</a></em></p>


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