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Located in Beaulieu village, this 18th-century hotel is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, family break or walking holiday with your dog. The Montagu Arms Hotel oozes traditional character with crackling log fires, oak panelling commodious sofas and beautiful gardens. Our extensive House Menu can be enjoyed wherever you feel most comfortable. Whether that’s with the family in tow at our country pub, Monty’s, alfresco in our English country garden or in our smart wood-panelled dining room, The Terrace. Our House Menu showcases the very best of British dining and infuses it with handpicked produce provided by the forest. Dishes are inspired by the seasons, but you'll always find plenty of local favourites like cured Chalk Stream trout, Aurox Meats, South Coast fish and Hardy’s Cheese. Afternoon Tea can be enjoyed in the terrace, conservatory or hotel gardens.
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Languages Spoken
English, French, German
Location
Palace Lane, Beaulieu, New Forest National Park Hampshire, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZL England
The Montagu Arms Hotel
2,200 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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The Montagu Arms Hotel garners high praise for its cleanliness and luxurious amenities, with guests often describing their stay as exceptionally comfortable due to the well-maintained and spacious rooms. The hotel's welcoming atmosphere and professional service contribute to its tranquil charm, making it a peaceful retreat celebrated for its attention to detail.
Nestled in a picturesque location, it's a serene base for exploring local attractions. However, while the experience is premium, some guests point out the high cost, including additional charges for breakfast and service.
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Expensive
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We arrived at the hotel a little early, but there was no problem checking in. (However, it took my husband a while to get the car into the car park, because there were ponies standing around asleep!) Our room was right at the top of the building (lots of stairs, no lift), but worth it for the view of Palace House and the Millpond; it had three windows facing different ways. There was a birthday card for me from the hotel, and they were very welcoming. There are lovely pictures of trees and leaves in the public rooms, and in our room too. The carpets feature local wildlife such as ponies, deer, sheep and pigs.
We were celebrating my birthday weekend with our family. We started with drinks in the lounge; I ordered my all-time favourite (a champagne cocktail) which was made just as it should be, and once I started on it the world acquired a pleasing rosy glow. We had a range of starters including prawn cocktail for me and whitebait for my husband; then I had a ‘wholesome salad’ (!), others chose the pie of the day, and my sons and grandson shared a large ribeye steak which was claimed to weigh a kilo. The waiters were lovely, with just the right balance of wittiness and politeness; so nice not to be addressed as ‘You guys’.
Breakfast was good as expected, with the apricots in orange syrup a stand-out. I had a ‘small’ English breakfast, ie four cooked items, and my husband and son had eggs benedict.
For our second dinner there were a couple of small issues; we received complimentary bread the previous night, but the second evening we were charged for it. ‘We are merging the kitchens’ – how does this affect the provision of bread? Also, the prawn and avocado cocktail didn’t contain any avocado. However, we both enjoyed the caramelised shallot tart. This is certainly not ‘fast food’, so be prepared for a leisurely dinner.
A couple of other comments; the two stairs up to our room (Rm 31) would benefit from a handrail. And the signage to the car park; oh dear…! My son drove around twice trying to find it, as there is sign saying ‘no cars beyond this point’, implying that you can’t actually access the car park!
When we left a young man came up very promptly on request to carry our cases downstairs; thanks to him too. Old codgers struggling down flights of stairs with cases is not a good look.
A final note: thank you for the pad of ‘proper’ notepaper in the room – always one of my criteria for a good hotel. I used it to make notes and to write a handwritten letter. We look forward to returning.
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Date of stay: November 2024
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a favourite place of ours to visit for years and although we now live only 20 miles away we wanted an overnight stay with dinner as a treat having had 2 lots of friends stay this year and they both loved it
We knew the Hazel room as friends had stayed in the summer and we visited it during their stay and I thought this is a lovely large open plan room with sitting room with huge bathroom with bath tub
Every little detail is considered with lovely bonus extras like a small bottle of slow gin and even a mini christmas tree in the room as it was early december
the towels and dressing gown are lovely and soft and toiletries are all by the while company which are lovely products.
Heavy well made curtains provide warm and privacy while the chunky metal bedside lights look like they are from Andrew Martin. All the plug sockets are stainless steel and all immaculately clean.
We had a blissful nights sleep and a wonderful breakfast with melon, yoghurt, latte and smoked salmon and scrambled eggs on toast overlooking the courtyard garden with water feature. Perfection and feels like such a treat and special place with ample parking including electric charger parking to the rear of the hotel
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Responded 11 Dec 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing the Montagu Arms Hotel for your retreat to the New Forest, it is always a pleasure to welcome our returning guests time after time. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay and found all the little 'Montagu' touches to be so special and unexpected, we love to surprise and delight our guests each time they stay with us. Your recommendation to our other readers is very much appreciated and a wonderful way to spread the word about the first class service we offer. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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We booked a snug room for three nights and got a discounted offer by registering with the hotel directly. Prior to our arrival we were contacted by the hotel and offered an upgrade to one of their feature rooms for a small extra charge. We accepted this and on arrival the room exceeded our expectations. It was room 31 on the second floor - airy and light with a large comfy king size bed, a choice of soft or firm pillow and a gorgeous squishy velvet sofa with a coffee table. The bathroom was large and spotless with a separate bath and walk in shower and marble tiling.
We arrived a little early and parked at the front of the hotel to offload our luggage (it's better to do this if staying in the main building as it's a long walk through the gardens from the car park). The receptionist helpfully took all our luggage to care for until the room was ready and we were allowed to park in the hotel car park at the rear of the building before going to explore Beaulieu village. When we returned our luggage was all ready in the room for us and there were complementary delicious flapjacks to have with our tea.
The breakfast staff were warm and welcoming, there was a wide selection of cold choices: cereals, yoghurts, compote, dried and fresh fruits, croissants, cold meats and cheeses. The coffee was great (served in a cafetière as we have ours black). The cooked options were varied and interesting and very tasty when they arrived. We sampled a few items during our three days there and they were all good.
One afternoon I had a cream tea. They serve a generous pot of leaf tea with a strainer, with delicate China cup and saucer, one fruit and one plain scone, a generous pot of clotted cream and the most delicious strawberry jam ever! As the weather was warm and sunny I sat at a table on the terrace but there was also a conservatory and a lounge where we could have sat. The gardens are colourful and beautifully designed with a central fountain which the birds drink from and splash about in.
We ate in Monty's bar the first night. I had the ravioli which was delicious and just the right size portion for me. My husband had the sausages and mash with greens which were very generous portions and full of flavour.
On our last night we experienced the fine dining in the terrace restaurant. The menu was varied. The food was beautifully prepared and presented and the flavours did not disappoint. The sommelier recommended a particular glass of wine to go with my halibut and mussels which was a perfect pairing as was the carafe of red to accompany my husbands beef fillet. Our only regret was that the starter and main were so satisfying that we couldn't even think of trying a desert!
Overall we found all the staff to be warm, welcoming and so very attentive and helpful. Nothing seemed to be too much bother and the staff at reception always greeted us by name. We are already recommending this hotel to our friends and family.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Response from Andrew Berridge, General Manager at The Montagu Arms Hotel
Responded 6 Sept 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience with us following your recent stay at the Montagu Arms, it really sounds like you had a wonderfully relaxing time. We are all so pleased that you found everything to be to your satisfaction and that both the dining experiences were to your liking. We are so grateful for your recommendation to others, we do hope they choose to visit should the opportunity arise. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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Montagu Arms is a very well run hotel in the village of Beaulieu (pronounced "bee-lay" by the locals). The original part of the building is 200 years old and the charming interior has been carefully redecorated. Our room was in a building in the beautiful garden behind the hotel that was once a "barn" perhaps? The hotel refers to these rooms as a courtyard suite and they have been beautifully done, excellent furnishing, large bathroom with separate tub and shower. Staff is excellent as are their restaurants where we had both dinner and breakfasts. Our only complaint has nothing to do with the hotel but with transportation (we arrived via train in Brockenhurst). We wanted to visit Exbury Gardens and the taxi had to come from some distance and it cost 24£ to get there. The National Car Museum is closer but then there was no easy transportation no easy walking route to get there so we skipped it.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Forget about it if you don't have a car.
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Responded 17 Sept 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write and upload this review, your feedback is very important to us and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience with us. I am so pleased that you were comfortable in your room and found the service from the team to be of such a high standard, this is music to our ears! We would love to welcome you again soon, where a warm welcome will await you. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to reflect on your trip to the New Forest and for sharing your experience with us. It is wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the hotel and the surrounding areas, we are so beautifully located to do just this! Your feedback and recommendation to others is truly appreciated and we look forward to your return visit. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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This was our first visit to the Montagu Arm Hotel during the summer. We regularly visit for short stays out of season. This hotel has been our preferred choice for several years. The hotel is well placed to explore the treasures of the New Forest and coast which is a short drive away. We have always found the staff so friendly and helpful. Where a matter is brought to their notice requiring action, it is dealt with quickly and with a smile. We again found the staff friendly, helpful and comforting to see their careers progressing in the hotel. The garden areas are so very nicely maintained making the patio area a delightful location to sit and eat breakfast, a midday snack or just relax with a drink, chat or just listen to the birds singing. Breakfast selection is good with either the continental or cooked breakfast options all delicious. The hotel and its grounds have a relaxing ambience. We ate in Monty's. the restaurant/pub attached to the hotel which is another great option. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Secure off road car parking is easily accessible. We look forward to our next visit. Thank you Montagu Arms Hotel for another lovely relaxing break.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Take time to speak with the staff and get beyond the 'yes madam, no madam, yes sir, no sir'...
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Response from Andrew Berridge, General Manager at The Montagu Arms Hotel
Responded 27 Aug 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write this detailed review of your recent stay, it is so helpful to our other readers to help them understand the high level of service we strive to offer at the Montagu Arms Hotel. It is lovely to hear how much you enjoyed relaxing in the garden and listening to the many birds, Matt, our Head Gardener has befriended them and they enjoy entertaining our guests! We do hope you will have the opportunity to visit again soon. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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Enjoyed a delightful 2 night stay at the end of last week. We originally booked a "Feature Room" but were offered a very reasonably priced upgrade to a "Hayloft Suite" at the time of check in, which we duly accepted.
Hayloft room is extremely spacious, with a lovely setting at the back of the hotel's garden. High quality fixtures and very comfortable.
The general ambiance is very relaxing, with the high quality, friendly service being examplary throughout our stay, both in the hotel and when dining in the hotel's two restaurants; Terrace & Monty's.
Pricing, including meals is towards the "top end" reflecting a premium experience in a lovely location. Would definitely stay again and happy to recommend.
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Lots of parking at the back of the hotel.
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Responded 16 Apr 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing the Montagu Arms Hotel for your two night break away, it is lovely to hear that you enjoyed an upgrade to one of our beautifully appointed Hayloft Suites. Your feedback regarding your dining experiences, is very much appreciated and a pleasure to know that you found the service to be of such a high standard in both settings. We do hope you will have the opportunity to visit us again soon and thank you for recommending us to others. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General ManagerÂ
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We stayed in the Hayloft Barn which is separate from the main hotel the other side of the lovely gardens. Our room was great with a heated bathroom and air con. Staff replenished the room consumables on a daily basis and we felt well looked after. We had dinner once in the main terrace restaurant which was great food and pleasant enough but we preferred the relaxed atmosphere of Monty's and ate there often.
The location is ideal for walks and we went on many and explored the surrounding area. The gardens are beautiful and the head gardener Matt, could not be more accommodating with our many questions and freely offered advice and tips. He is very proud of his creations and visions for the future, and is a real gem if you get a chance to speak to him. We look forward to returning again.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Breakfast if included is for the continental so make note that a cooked breakfast is additional.
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Response from Andrew Berridge, General Manager at The Montagu Arms Hotel
Responded 21 Aug 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for reviewing your recent visit to the Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu, it was a pleasure to read your feedback. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay and had the opportunity to explore the gardens and learn more about them from our knowledgeable gardener who works tirelessly to keep the gardens looking so impressive all year round. We do hope to welcome you again soon. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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We stayed one night here and had a great experience. Staff were very accomodating and friendly. We came to cycle around the new forest and staff voluntarily helped us store our bikes safely. The hotel is twinned with the Carey Manor Spa and we went for a swim there in the afternoon for free, booking a lane with reception. Breakfast outside in the garden in the sun was welcome surprise and we enjoyed eating at the attached Inn in the evening. Nice atmosphere, menu and ale choice. Service was great (thanks to Ollie, Lisa, Harry B, Brad and Jasper). Lovely couple weekend away without the kids, we will be back.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Hotel parking is great but can fill up, arrive early or late. Be careful of major events in...
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Response from Andrew Berridge, General Manager at The Montagu Arms Hotel
Responded 27 Aug 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for reviewing your recent stay and for commending the team on their great service, it really means a lot. I am delighted that you were able to relax during your stay and use the facilities at the sister property as well as explore the New Forest on your bikes, what a lovely way to spend your days away. We do hope you will have the opportunity to return soon. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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We stayed in Hayloft 1, situated amongst the attractive garden and, whilst we didn't use the mezzanine floor much, the main room was very nice indeed. Importantly, the room had air conditioning during May's hot spell, and we found this was both very effective and very quiet. The bathroom was very special: large and well equipped, with both a big bath and an even bigger shower. We ate one night in the fine dining restaurant and, although it was quite expensive, it was well worth the money. The breakfasts were good, too, with an extensive choice of hot and cold options. Free water in the room and a bottle on departure were welcome touches. The staff were friendly and efficient. There was enough parking to just about accommodate all the guests' cars whilst the hotel was full during half term week. We will definitely stay there again: 5 stars all round!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Room Tip:Â Book breakfast and dinner slots during busy times.
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Response from Andrew Berridge, General Manager at The Montagu Arms Hotel
Responded 9 Jul 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for awarding us with five stars following your recent visit to the Montagu Arms Hotel, it is wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your stay. I am so pleased the weather afforded you the opportunity to enjoy the local area and then return to a cool and comfortable room for a refreshing drink! We do hope you will have the opportunity to return soon. Kind Regards Andrew Berridge General Manager
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Dear Guest, Thank you for your enquiry, I am pleased to say that we do offer room service however we would always encourage our guests to come down to experience the atmosphere in the dining options that we have to offer in our fine-dining Terrace Restaurant and our Gastro-pub Monty's Inn.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Kind Regards
Andrew
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PRICE RANGE
$388 - $538 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
montagu arms beaulieu, hotel montagu arms
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandHampshireNew Forest National Park HampshireBrockenhurstBeaulieu
NUMBER OF ROOMS
33
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