Enjoy 3.9-star comfort at Bartley Lodge Hotel in Cadnam, Southampton. Free Wi-Fi, parking, pool, and dining near New Forest National Park and Paultons Park.
Set in a stately home near the New Forest, this hotel offers a country-chic atmosphere with elegant dining and peaceful grounds. Guest feedback highlights a mix of strong points such as friendly staff and good food, alongside some practical drawbacks like the road condition and pool maintenance.
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Set within an elegant stately home on 8 acres of grounds, Bartley Lodge Hotel offers a blend of country-chic accommodation and traditional charm. The hotel features a variety of rooms varying in size and style, with well-reviewed bathrooms and comfortable beds. Some guests have noted smaller room sizes in standard categories, while upgraded rooms provide more space and enhanced amenities.
The property includes an on-site British restaurant and bar, serving well-prepared meals including vegetarian options. A small indoor pool is available, though some visitors have found it less appealing due to maintenance concerns. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, free parking, a pet-friendly policy, air conditioning, and accessibility features. While there is no business center or fitness facility, the hotel supports electric vehicle charging through an InstaVolt station.
Located just off the M27 motorway near Southampton, Bartley Lodge is an accessible base for visits to nearby attractions such as New Forest National Park, Paultons Park, and the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The surrounding grounds provide peaceful forest views, and guests appreciate the convenient parking and relaxing atmosphere, though the access road has been noted for its challenging potholes.
The hotel accommodates a range of travelers including families, pet owners, and those attending business events or weddings. Reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, a calm setting, and tasty dining, balanced by some remarks about the upkeep of facilities and a somewhat impersonal ambiance. Overall, Bartley Lodge suits visitors seeking a traditional country hotel experience with practical amenities close to the New Forest.
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Lovely hotel, rooms and communal areas are very nice and clean. Breakfast costs £20 extra but is really yummy. The only let downs is the road up to the hotel, it has huge potholes, and the pool room was quite mouldy, its not really worth swimming in. It’s probably worth it to get one of the ‘nicer’ hotel rooms as-well as they're a lot bigger and they have better bathrooms. But would recommend the hotel and would come back!
Really loved this hotel, I had visited years ago for a wedding but didn't really use any of the services within the hotel other than the parts the wedding was being held in. I was planning on taking my partner away for his birthday when this hotel popped up, relatively cheap and I thought why not. It was lovely, staff were extremely helpful and friendly, had a free room upgrade and breakfast in the morning was lovely. We didn't use the pool as we arrived later in the evening and were heading out earlyish the next morning but the rest of the place was lovely. The road leading up to the hotel can be a bit daunting for some people but otherwise no complaints
Friendly staff and relaxed feel. Dogs allowed. Comfy beds,room was quite small but that's what I booked. Clean.Small Swimming pool, board games available. Lots of parking and plenty of ev chargers! Food was tasty! Nice forest views. Lovely grounds.
Beautiful grounds , beautiful hotel. As to be expected , more you pay better the room . Very clean and stylish . Super friendly and efficient staff . Delicious Breakfast , l had vegetarian option this visit , halloumi ,spinach poached eggs avocado , tomato , mushrooms , beans , hash brown . All cooked perfectly. Often log fires kept burning , always warm anyway . Lovely walks in forest just off the lane as you drive in , lots of ponies on the cricket field 10 mins away . Really enjoyed my Autumn visit spotting Fungi ! Looking forward to next visit .
Friendly staff, excellent food and cleanliness. Bathroom was warm and cosy even underfoot. Only negative comment would be, felt lighting in room(48)was a bit too bright. Could have done with two bedside lights or a dimmer switch Apart from that, couldnt fault it and would definitely recommend.
The average for this hotel is about 3.9 currently and that feels about right. The house is pretty Grand and the food is definitely a positive (beer battered fish and excellentpeed), however, it really lacks atmosphere. It was really noticeable that it did not feel like there was any one person in charge and in fact it was as if no one was in charge. There was one notable member of staff who was very enthusiastic and friendly and had the air of someone who was genuine about working in hospitality which is ultimately about service but he stood out against the rest of the staff who really felt like they were under duress. They were all without exception, lovely people but it felt like morale was low Value for money wise, it does feel about right and if you were taking away someone for a special weekend, then this place would work but you will probably only go once It is family friendly and dog friendly and there is a pool which would have worked quite well if we had brought the kids
We had a voucher for Afternoon tea and decided to visit Bartley Lodge. We were surprised that we had never been aware of this hotel, which is in a great location on the edge of the New Forest. It was a lovely building and appeared well maintained with nice gardens. It was very quiet, however the staff were very welcoming and the Afternoon tea was delicious. My wife was particularly impressed with the gluten free alternatives. A very pleasant afternoon.
We had a genuinely lovely stay at Bartley Lodge Hotel, perfectly located in the heart of the New Forest. Our trip was centred around a visit to Paultons Park, and the hotel proved to be an ideal base, peaceful, convenient, and a welcome retreat after a full day out. The grounds are picturesque and tranquil, the room was comfortable and well presented, and the team were warm, attentive, and clearly committed to delivering a great guest experience. Breakfast was fresh and well organised, and the overall atmosphere balanced relaxed countryside charm with a touch of refinement. If you’re planning a visit to Paultons Park and want somewhere calm to recharge, this is an excellent choice. We would happily return.
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