Skip to main content

The Retreat New Forest

3.5 star property
Christchurch hotel with restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

Escape to The Retreat New Forest, nestled near the stunning New Forest National Park. Treat yourself to rejuvenating spa services like a deep-tissue massage or reflexology and indulge in a delicious meal at the restaurant. With free in-room WiFi, self parking and coffee from the cafe on hand.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 16 of 16 rooms

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor ) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (A)

Double Room, Ensuite (A) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (First floor)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Single Room, Ensuite (First floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor)

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor C)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Heating
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor A)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor A) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor C)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing B)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing B)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Cottage, Private Bathroom

Cottage, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Cottage, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Similar properties

Boating
The Kings Arms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 466 reviews
$74 nightly
The price is $89
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Kings Arms
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
The Retreat New Forest A35, Christchurch, England, BH23 7EF

What's nearby

  • New Forest National Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sammy Miller Museum - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Mudeford Quay - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 18 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 21 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 22 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 40 min drive
  • Hinton Admiral Station - 5 min drive
  • New Milton Station - 9 min drive
  • Lymington Sway Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Amberwood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Walkford - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Globe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arowana Take Away - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Retreat New Forest

The Retreat New Forest puts you just a 5-minute drive from New Forest National Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or reflexology.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Facilities

  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 to 25 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Retreat New Forest Hotel
The Retreat New Forest Christchurch
The Retreat New Forest Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Does The Retreat New Forest offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Retreat New Forest does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Retreat New Forest?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Retreat New Forest?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Retreat New Forest?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Retreat New Forest?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Retreat New Forest and nearby?

The Retreat New Forest has spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Retreat New Forest?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Retreat New Forest Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served excellent food, sourced locally, and offered a dog-friendly area for dining. (5 reviews)
  • The property offers ample and secure parking spaces, making it a convenient and safe area to park. (4 reviews)
  • Pet access was seamless and welcoming, with no extra fees and thoughtful amenities for furry friends. (3 reviews)
AI Sparkle IconFrom real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Restaurant
Value
Bathroom
Shower
Coffee
Cafes
Breakfast

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, v comfortable beds modern bathrooms nice staff and smart restaurant next door with excellent service and menu
Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nuce room good bed lively staff
Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rustic yet classic. I only spent 1night but will definitely return to enjoy this germ in the New forest.
Emmanuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms, ours had a lot of space and a seating area. Lovely grounds to take a stroll in. A short distance to lots of our favourite places
Cathryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ravissant cottage,
Laëtitia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

On arrival the place felt calm and set in a beautiful area, the staff were lovely and very friendly, I cannot fault their service at all. The room was fabulous, everything was clean and the bed was very comfortable with great views of the grounds. The shower was amazing and it was the perfect place for my night away for my birthday. Cannot recommend it enough, wonderful place.
Colin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was nice and clean. There was plenty of parking. Breakfast was very expensive so I didn't bother with it and found somewhere else local to get my breakfast.
Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and got and upgrade … love staying here
Timothy, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Bedding was dirty the centre of the duvet cover had what looked like a feaces stain which i photographed as the hotel was unmanned.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and charming place. Receptionist was great and most welcoming.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great Dog Friendly Hotel.

This has to be the best hotel I have stayed in for dog walking. It has a restaurant next door that serves excellent food sourced locally. A bit more expensive than a pub chain but well worth it. The same with the breakfast which was excellent. And the bonus is we could eat in the dog friendly area with our dog.
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Chill out hotel
Gary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had a lovely stay here. It was very peaceful, the room was lovely and staff were good. Ate at the restaurant which was delicious and nice staff. Had a massage which was brilliant. The brewery was fantastic, definitely a highlight and only a couple minutes walk away. From other reviews, there were some cobwebs on the outside of the window but that really didn’t bother us. Overall, lovely place to stay. Nice and quiet!
Room 3
The brewery
Jessica, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay and easy drive to the beaches
Julia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Food was excellent. Loads of secure parking spaces. My only complaint was that Room 3 didn't have a chest of drawers so that I could unpack. As an aside I was bitten to death by moquitos? on the night before I left {I believe it was a habit of the cleaning staff to leave the windows open a few inches during the day}
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Retreat is an excellent hotel

Lovely relaxing stay, I was here to meet up with old friends in New Milton, the Retreat offered a nice base for rest and relaxation in a lovely setting
Simon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Good value for money. Stayed for the night before getting on the ferry and perfect location. Would definitely recommend
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable room. The hotel is in beautiful surroundings and close to the forest and the sea
Ramona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at The Retreat, it had everything we needed. Towels weren’t super fluffy. Great location with excellent access to the coast
Clair, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a very comfortable night's sleep and the room was exceptionally clean. The quality of the bedding and towels were also first class. WiFi was more than adequate and the room temperature was perfect.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Another great stay at this unique hotel.
Gordon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a friendly member of staff on hand great food in a lovely restaurant environment A superb place to stay, we can’t wait to come back
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Julia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay and would stay again
Julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Review of The Retreat

Quiet, pleasant, as expected. Nice grounds and walks available. Traffic a bit noisy but not too bad. Nice ambience. Easy parking. If we need to stay in that area in future I expect we'll go there.
2-night trip