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Welcome to Beaulieu Hotel & The Drift Inn

Follow the Footsteps to a Cosy Countryside Retreat

Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst SO42 7YQ

Nestled deep in the heart of the New Forest, Beaulieu Hotel & The Drift Inn provide a delightfully cosy countryside retreat. Surrounded by wide-open heathland, with the charming sight of ponies and donkeys wandering freely, it offers a unique connection to nature that soothes the soul.

Imagine waking to the peaceful sound of birdsong, with the scent of fresh gorse carried on the breeze. Step outside and you’ll find miles of scenic trails right at your doorstep, perfect for walking, cycling, or simply breathing in the tranquillity of the forest. With modern, country-inspired rooms designed for comfort and a laid-back, dog-friendly atmosphere, Beaulieu Hotel & The Drift Inn welcome everyone – from solo adventurers to families and furry friends – to relax and make unforgettable memories. Unwind in our heated indoor pool after a day exploring the forest.

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Rooms & Suites

Bedrooms at The New Forest at Beaulieu Hotel

Four Poster

Our Four Poster rooms look out across the forest and feature delightful four poster beds, plus a sofa bed, which make them suitable for  families wanting to stay in one room. To help you indulge to the max we’ve included fluffy dressing gowns alongside your eco-conscious toiletries, plus a pod coffee machine, hot chocolate a selection of fruit teas.

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Comfy Deluxe

Our Comfy Deluxe rooms, with forest views feature king or super king beds, plus a sofa bed allowing plenty of additional space for couples to stretch out or for families to enjoy a break in one room. To help you indulge to the max we’ve included fluffy dressing gowns in these rooms, as well as a pod coffee machine, hot chocolate a selection of fruit teas to go alongside your eco-conscious toiletries.

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Family

Our Family rooms, with forest views feature king or super king beds, plus bunk beds for families to enjoy a break in one room. The additional space allows couples room to stretch out and relax after a day exploring. To help you indulge to the max we’ve included hot chocolate to enjoy whilst looking out across the enchanting forest heathland.

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Classic Superior

Individually designed, these generously sized rooms with king size beds are perfect for those who prefer a spacious room or are ideal for families as they can accommodate a z bed. Our Classic Superior rooms have views across our grounds or out to the forest. The en-suites include a shower and eco-conscious toiletries.

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Classic

With king size beds, topped with comfy high-quality linens, our Classic rooms feature every touch to make your stay more relaxing. We’ve used the colours and patterns of the forest outside to create a country feel and we’ve added to it with spacious en-suites with warm fluffy towels and eco-conscious toiletries to enjoy during your stay. Views are out across our grounds, or over the forest heathland.

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Cosy

Our more intimate rooms still feature all the essentials you need to enjoy the best overnight break in the New Forest, with no compromise on comfort or style. Our cosy rooms have delightful décor and double beds to guarantee a great night’s sleep. With your own en-suite, including eco-conscious toiletries, you’re all set for your New Forest adventure with views out across our grounds or the wider forest beyond.

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  • Double Bed
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Food & Drink

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The Drift Inn Restaurant Dining Room
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The Drift Inn & Taylor's Bar & Lounge

Follow the path to the The Drift Inn for traditional hearty classics and seasonal specialties in our warm, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect rest stop for walkers, cyclists, and food lovers alike, offering honest food done exceptionally well. Unwind in comfort and indulge with our popular afternoon tea, surrounded by the beauty of the New Forest.

Complete your experience at the stunning Taylor’s Bar & Lounge where you can enjoy a drink with breathtaking views across the magnificent New Forest heathland. Continental and cooked breakfast is available.

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Play Park

Families will be delighted with our dedicated play park where little ones can burn off energy whilst parents relax. During school holidays, we also offer special Bounce inflatable play sessions for children 10 and under – a guaranteed hit with our younger guests.

Indoor Swimming Pool at Beaulieu Hotel New Forest

Indoor Pool

Unwind in our tranquil indoor pool, a serene spot to refresh after a day of exploration.

Taylors Bar & Lounge at Beaulieu Hotel & The Drift Inn

Taylors Bar & Lounge

Taylor’s Bar provides the perfect backdrop to relax post forest walk or cycle. Panoramic views across the heathland are complemented by cosy fireplaces and hot drinks to warm body and soul.

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Afternoon Tea

Indulge in our afternoon tea, showcasing the finest tastes of the forest with quaint finger sandwiches, those delicious scones and the most delicate of treats.

Why Stay at New Forest Hotels with Your Dog?

Dog-Friendly Hotel

Dog owners will love our stick library and plenty of doggy treats and nearby walks.

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tim shilbach
27 days ago
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+5
If you have dogs they love them, they even get a welcome package. There is a swimming pool inside , dogs not allowed though.
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Jax White
29 days ago
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Went to view as potential wedding venue
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Kevin Russell
31 days ago
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We went for a relaxing cream tea. It was pleasant enough.
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Keith Melvin
36 days ago
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A big thank you to all the staff at the BEAULIEU hotel and Drift inn, you made us feel so welcome and made my Rosie dog feel special. We will definitely be back to see you guys!!!
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Nutty Nanny Rita Cove
39 days ago
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Beautiful location in the New Forest, surrounded by wild ponies grazing and running. This was a perfect sized venue for a small celebration. The garden is pleasant. Bar area is a good size and prices are reasonable for the area. The room was beautifully decorated in a countryside theme with warm tones that blend well with the antique looking wood furniture and bed frame. We had room for 2 extra beds, and still had plenty of room to move around. The function room was the perfect size for 8-10 tables seating 8 comfortably. This left ample room for people to dance and DJ space. The staff were professional and friendly. Good customer service.
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Jue
41 days ago
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Stayed 1st until 3rd sept in garden room. Room seperate from main hotel, in grounds of the drift beer garden. Bright, spacious comfortable and clean. The bathroom was also clean and the shower powerful inside a deep bath. There was the usual hairdryer iron and board as well as both tea and coffee making facilities and a bottle of tap water. Replacements easily found in reception. It Looked out onto a field and the train station. One pillow case was stained, but was changed promptly by helpful reception staff. There was also staining on the carpet, I guess to be expected in an establishment that allows dogs to stay. The staff were helpful and friendly. Food is available from the drift next door but also connected. I have reviewed this seperately. We camevack one rainy afternoon and fancied sitting in the hotel with a cuppa and a slice of cake. There were others having afternoon tea. However we were advised to go to the drift next door if we wanted food. We ended up driving to beaulieu and went to a cafe instead. Even our local pub has a cake and sells sluces with a hot drink. I guess the afternoon tea was ordered? The other issue was a customer with 2 yappy dogs. She cleared the beer garden and people walked out of the hotel to sit outside. The receptiin staff also told us that they were also fed up with the constant barking. Whilst I used to have dogs and dont object generally, someone like this should be asked to leave an establishment as others do not pay to stay somewhere and listen to this noise. Having said all of tgat, lovely hotel that is clean comfortable and good value
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M D
44 days ago
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Love this hotel. Perfect surroundings to relax to.
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Jamie Rowe
52 days ago
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This hotel is fantastic with one or two downsides we booked a family room which on the website said bunkbeds instead we had two camp beds with very thin mattresses which the children found hard to sleep. Secondly the train station next to it if your a light sleeper the trains flying pass at night will keep you awake.
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Sam Anderson
71 days ago
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Wow what a location, in the middle of the New Forest, wild pony’s just across the road. Hotel staff were very pleasant and helpful. Pool was clean Had a meal in the restaurant, service was a little slow and the staff was rushed off their feet, food was good enough. Room was a little dated, warn and not particularly clean. But the location 🤩
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Annette Ostler
71 days ago
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Just spent 3 nights here and, although there was a challenge with the exceptional heat, we had an amazing time. It gave us the opportunity to travel around the New Forest plus we were able to travel across to the Isle of Wight. Fabulous time and extremely friendly and helpful staff ❤️
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Carly Ferrari
76 days ago
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An absolute little gem of a hotel, in such a picturesque location. The room (family suite) was amazing and had everything we needed, very clean, with comfortable beds, and a decent fan (it was hot!). The water pressure was good and temperature easy to control. Staff, in particular the receptionists, were all so friendly, helpful and welcoming. The indoor pool (with clean towels supplied) was just the icing on the cake. The Drift Inn next door, for dinner and breakfast, again, lovely helpful staff (Rupert needs a special mention), with a great playground outside, and decent portions with lots of choice. It is hard to find any fault with the whole place, so many great little touches, flowers everywhere, I would highly recommend and stay again, as it felt so homely and good for families with children, or romantic breaks.
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Lee Armstrong
77 days ago
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After looking at all the bad reviews, we was going to change our mind. But we didn't and had a great stay room clean even brought a fan to the room as was very hot. Carpet could do with replacing due to staines but overall happy clean nice staff
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Helen Berry
102 days ago
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We held our wedding here on 20th June 2026. Our experience was amazing all the way through! Thank you to Charley, who has now moved on, for helping us with the organisation of our wedding, taking the time to understand our vision and making some great suggestions along the way! Thank you to Tom for making sure these bride and groom were stress free on the day, dealing with any hiccups and making sure things were running smoothly, it was such a joy having you there! All of the hotel staff were great and made ourselves and all of our guests feel super welcome. Thank you to the Drift staff. The food was amazing!! We have had many comments about the delicious sticky toffee pudding!! I would highly recommend the Beaulieu Inn for your Wedding venue. The staff are fab, the location is unreal and the food is great. Thanks again, Helen & Chris
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Gill C
103 days ago
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Super friendly and helpful staff- recommend from that alone! Helped fill water bottles for us. Thank you
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Jeffrey Samuel
110 days ago
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My wife and I stayed at The Beaulieu Hotel for a very pleasant three nights. The location in the New Forest midway between Beaulieu and Lyndhurst was idyllic! The facilities were excellent and the staff were all friendly and helpful at all times. The food was excellent, well prepared and presented. The only criticism I might have is the decor especially in the bedroom was a bit drab and in need of a spruce-up ie. carpet was a bit stained and grubby, presumably through doggy occupancy!
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Andreas Glatz
168 days ago
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We would give 5 stars but the water did not run one day, the rest is perfect. The breakfast is recommendable, and we were on evening for a dinner to the restaurant. The personal is kind and attentive.
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Richard 'elbutchos' Ellis
171 days ago
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We've jutted stayed for 1 night , Saturday 25th, April 2026. I must say what a Hotel. Rooms are spacious, bathroom spacious, and with a decent shower. The staff are superb, the location is astounding, although you have a train that goes past for 5sec, every 30/45 mins, once asleep you don't hear it. Has a little play area which littlen enjoyed, superb views, and has a great pub/restaurant right next door where you have your paid meals for. Carpark could do with some work, very bumpy. But would definitely use / recommend this hotel again.
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Graham R
200 days ago
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Room, lounge and facilities excellent, very comfortable. Staff service also excellent. On arrival afetr 120 mile journey car park was absolutely rammed full due to special business event with v large attendance. Luckily got a space : would have hoped spaces would have been reserved for pre-booked hotel guests known to be arriving
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Phil K
221 days ago
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Can't fault the staff in this place. We were perfectly looked after by every single staff member. All very cheery, friendly and polite. Makes a nice change. Wasn't perfect though. The pool floor and surround needs a good clean - bit grubby and gritty. The sign at the shallow end that says 0.6m and the other one 6m...that might not end well for someone! The rooms are OK but there are as others have said little tweaks that could make it a lot better. They're a bit tired in places. The blinds were a bit lopsided in our room. There was condensation in the double glazing I think, which kind of spoilt the view and the rooves outside the windows could do with a sweep to get rid of all the fallen twigs and grub. Nice bar and lounge area to sit and chill. The pie I had for dinner was one of the best I've ever eaten and the portions were decent. The 4x courgette fritters for £8 however, were very disappointing. Either uo the amount, or drop the price. Bit naughty!
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Tania R
231 days ago
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We have stayed here many times and it comes highly recommended. There is a small swimming pool and the rooms are nice and cosy. Location is fantastic for getting to places but also for getting that in the middle of nowhere feeling.
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Rhia McBain
256 days ago
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Most genuinely dog friendly set of hotels. Stayed at Bartley Lodge and here, both are fabulous places to stay with such friendly staff. Home away from home. Doggos get thoroughly spoilt too.
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Melanie Gard (Mel)
265 days ago
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What a beautiful hotel! Large rooms, and wonderful friendly staff. Towels are big and heavy and fluffy. Had a swim in the pool before breakfast. Dinner and breakfast at the Drift next door were both good, generous portions and great quality produce. Will definitely be back!
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David Wright
319 days ago
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Lovely warm rooms, views over the forest were fantastic. Cosy bar with a fire and a great pub attached for dinner and breakfast. Service was wonderful, very friendly and efficient from all and had left a dog welcome pack with toy, treats and bags in the room too. Great stay, thank you.
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Paul Truswell
325 days ago
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Lovely spot. Excellent breakfast!
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Justin Pocknell
333 days ago
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Lovely hotel in a fantastic location
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Frequently Asked Questions

Guests at Beaulieu Hotel can often spot New Forest ponies, deer, and cattle roaming near the property. These animals provide a charming and natural environment, giving visitors the chance to observe wildlife up close while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and scenic beauty of the countryside throughout their stay.

Our on-site pub, The Drift Inn, serves classic pub dishes and seasonal meals prepared with care. Guests can enjoy freshly made, hearty food in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for families, couples, or groups seeking casual dining and traditional flavours during their stay.

Beaulieu Hotel provides a children’s outdoor play area featuring climbing frames, slides, and swings. These facilities allow younger guests to play safely while staying active. Families can relax knowing their children have a secure and engaging environment, making their stay more enjoyable and stress-free.

The hotel features a heated indoor swimming pool suitable for both adults and children. It provides a comfortable space for swimming, leisure, and recreational activities throughout the year. Guests can enjoy a relaxing swim regardless of the weather, adding convenience and enjoyment to their stay.

Our Deluxe rooms, located in the garden wing, are perfect for families. They feature spacious layouts, multiple beds, and en-suite bathrooms, offering comfort and flexibility. These rooms accommodate parents with children or small groups, making them ideal for family visits or longer stays at the hotel.

From Taylor’s Bar & Lounge, guests can enjoy pleasant views of the surrounding countryside and open landscapes. The setting provides a relaxing atmosphere for drinks, afternoon tea, or casual conversation, allowing visitors to unwind while taking in the natural beauty visible from the hotel’s lounge.

Beaulieu Hotel welcomes dogs and provides doggy welcome packs, treats, and towels to ensure pets are comfortable during their stay. Additional amenities make it easy for owners to care for their dogs, creating a convenient and pet-friendly environment that enhances the experience for all visitors travelling with pets.

Lunchtime dining at The Drift Inn is available daily, offering freshly prepared meals and seasonal dishes. Guests can enjoy a relaxed and casual environment suitable for families, couples, or groups. The pub provides an ideal setting for a midday meal, combining convenience, quality food, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Beaulieu Hotel provides easy access to walking, cycling, and nature trails, allowing guests to explore the scenic surroundings. Visitors can enjoy fresh air, local wildlife, and outdoor recreation directly from the property. The hotel is perfect for families, couples, or anyone seeking active and leisurely experiences in the area.

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