Cottage Lodge Hotel

23rd September 2023:

Bed was comfy. Shower was great. Staff are amazing. Lovely location and hotel.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2023:

a great location and room with wet-room was great nice town with lots of shops and horses wondering around went to car museum which wasn't far away and went through the forest great

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2023:

We were made to feel welcome by the very helpful staff. More hooks in the room would have been useful.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2023:

A lovely 4 night stay at Cottage Lodge. Great hospitality and service and the quality of food is excellent.

The White Tails restaurant within the hotel is excellent . Also can highly recommend The Jetty at Christchurch where we had a fabulous lunch.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st September 2023:

Friendly, accommodating, high quality dog friendly room, the 'private' outdoor space as a pleasant surprise, as was the tea and cake on arrivals. Offers personal touches you don't often have now, such as named car parking spaces. touches like the honesty bar gave a feeling of warm welcoming hospitality.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st September 2023:

Very attentive staff - could not have tried harder to make our stay enjoyable. Beds were comfortable and rooms clean. Breakfast was lovely and White Tails is definitely a must for dinner.

Huntmans in Brockenhurst - good Sunday lunch White Tails in the Cottage Lodge restaurant - food was amazing. Snake Catcher in Brockenhurst - large portions of hearty food - not for the faint hearted.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st September 2023:

Very friendly

The Pig restaurant

Would Recommend: Yes

20th September 2023:

Very clean, very welcoming, quality breakfast, lovely place to stay. Our second time.

Very convenient for station to go further afield.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th September 2023:

A superb place to stay whilst visiting the New Forest. We were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome and had a really lovely stay. Its great also if you have a dog with you and staying in one of the dog friendly rooms, plus you can enjoy breakfast with your dog in the cosy 'Snug'. We will definately be back again!

Brockenhurst is a lovely village with plenty of options to eat and we loved seeing the wild horses, cows and pigs! Lots of places to explore in the New Forest, plus we even took a day trip by ferry accross to the Isle of Wight. Be sure to give yourself several days to make the most of your visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th September 2023:

Always a pleasure to stay at Cottage Lodge from the moment one arrives to the time one leaves the experience is excellent.

The local facilities are very good for a village this size and the excellent train services from the station, only 5 minutes walk away, mean one can travel around the area easily without taking a car out.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th September 2023:

A perfect place to stay in the New Forest ! We have stayed here several times and hope to be back again soon.

We had a excellent meal in White Tails restaurant. Food was superb and service even better. Also, great meals at Britannia Thai and Albero's. For nice days the Snakecatcher pub have a lovely beer garden.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2023:

We thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to the Cottage Lodge. Our room was stylishly furnished and decorated. The inclusive breakfast was excellent. Staff were very polite and service was faultless

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2023:

Excellent breakfast. Staff lovely and friendly. Very clean room.

Had a nice meal at Commoners Wine Bar.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2023:

One of the best small hotels we have ever stayed at

Excellent choice of alternate places to eat nearby

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2023:

The room was delightful and very comfortable. Good breakfast, fresh ingredients. Thank you

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2023:

We throughly enjoy our short time at Cottage Lodge with our pooch Ozzy? The staff were lovely and extremely welcoming and helpful. Everything is well organised, lovely to have a dedicated parking space. We were welcomed with tea and cake! The dog friendly room was ideal with a secure outside space. Everything was clean and the bed very comfortable . So many things to choose from the breakfast menu! and all delicious. Being able to have Ozzy with us in the snug was lovely. We are looking forward to another stay.

Plenty of dog friendly places to eat and visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2023:

Very comfortable and relaxed hotel. Great service from friendly staff. Good selection of breakfast options. Can recommend White Tails restaurant too!

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2023:

Very friendly and helpful staff. Appreciated the tea and cake on arrival. Very good breakfast with locally sourced ingredients.

White Tails Restaurant situated in the hotel is an excellent place to eat. Good local walks - map provided.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2023:

As always when we visit we find our stay most enjoyable and comfortable. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Such a lovely location too. Thank you very much for our lovely stay.

The open too bud your is great day out.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2023:

Jackie welcomed us to the hotel and explained how things are organised especially the breakfast and how the key fob opens the front door if locked later in the evening. All the staff we met were extremely pleasant. The waiters served breakfast so easily. If something was missing from the pre ordered cereals and fruit course it appeared very quickly.

We couldn’t have dinner at the hotel on a Monday so ate at the Enzee Italian restaurant. It was amazing and only a five to ten minute walk away from the hotel. We booked for our second night at the Enzee so can’t comment on dinner at the hotel. Other guests told us it had excellent reviews so well worth a try. The train station is opposite the Enzee. We took the 12 minute ride to Lymington Pier where a car or foot passengers ferry crosses the Solent to the Isle of Wight. We were tempted to do a day trip but decided to leave that adventure for another time. There are some good walks from Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier. Nothing too difficult and can be as long or short to suit walkers.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2023:

Staff were very friendly The tea and cake on arrival was very welcoming The included breakfast was lovely, probably ate too much.

Just an easy place to get around

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2023:

Lovely hotel, very comfortable and clean, excellent breakfast and all the staff are so friendly and helpful. The allocated parking space was an added bonus. Thank you so much, we will return!

Have an evening meal in White Tails - the food was delicious and Ramsey a wonderful host.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th September 2023:

Stayed in Rhinefield and loved the quirky decoration. We found all of the staff to be pleasant and attentive. The hotel had a nice atmosphere and we liked the fact that it was not too big or impersonal.

Good public transport. Caught the train to Lymington and enjoyed a boat trip and a walk A great hub for walking Would highly recommend both White tails and Enzee restaurants

Would Recommend: Yes

14th September 2023:

No bar as such but an honesty box for your drinks. Breakfasts good. Staff excellent. Rooms very clean.

All local pubs do excellent meals at evening. Usual shops if you forget anything. Lovely to see the animals on the street. Very clean streets. Did see lots of busses going every where.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2023:

Wonderful in every aspect!!

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2023:

We had a brilliant week staying at this hotel. Couldn't fault a thing. There was a lovely welcome on arrival, friendly & relaxed with the bonus of delicious coffee & cake. The room was very clean & comfortable with everything you would need. All the staff were very friendly & helpful. Breakfast was delicious with a great choice & prompt & cheerful service. We would definitely love to return. Thank you to all the staff for your hard work & taking such good care of us.

Lots of lovely walks within easy distance. Check out the forest walking app. Whitetails restaurant was delicious (& very handy). The 2 local Italian restaurants are worth a visit. The open top bus tour was a great way of seeing the local area. Exbury Gardens were beautiful. Bucklers Hard is well worth a visit too. There is so much for everyone & Brockenhurst is the perfect starting point.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

Another lovely stay at the Cottage Lodge. Very friendly welcoming staff Rooms are very comfortable. Excellent choicecof breakfast.Ideal spot for visiting places. Food in Whitetails restaurant is excellent too.

Beaulieu Motor museum Sammy Miller Motorbike Museum New Milton. Beaulei is a pretty village. Nice to park and have a walk through the village. Which usually has a few donkeys and horses.Lymington and a ferry to the Isle of Wight is another choice and of course the New Forest where you can park in the allocated parking areas (which are free of charge) and go for a nice walk.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

Made to feel very welcome on arrival, liked the parking name plate, an extra little touch. comfy bed, lovely toiletries to use, great choice of breakfast too.

thoroughly recommend both the White Tails restaurant and also the The Snakecatcher pub just down the road from the hotel. Food at both were excellent. seeing the ponies, donkeys and cows walking around were for me the highlight:) short walk to the village, with lots of really nice little shops.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

This was my third stay at Cottage lodge so it was very easy to slip into the process when checking in .Very nice welcome , tea and cake always a nice bonus 😀

Great location for exploring ther New Forest. Previously we have hired bikes , but there are nice walks and also beaches are a short drive away . We love the commoners Wine Bar, Forresters is great for pub grub . We also had a lovely meal at Enzee, Italian . Although we didn’t use the hotel restaurant on this occasion we have previously done so and the food was lovely .

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

Lovely hotel and great welcome from the very friendly owner with tea and cake and information.

The new forest!! Inhouse restaurant, white tails, very good.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th September 2023:

Lovely accommodation. Very clean. Excellent breakfasts. Friendly staff

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

We had a lovely stay at the cottage lodge hotel. We have no faults at all. Staff were so friendly and helpful and breakfast was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend!

Highly recommend having Dinner at the White Tails restaurant. Food is absolutely delicious service is amazing and very reasonably priced. Its a must!

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

The Cottage Lodge Hotel epitomizes the definition of hospitality. From arranging an early check in to organising a taxi and even sourcing a belt so our day at a friend's wedding would not be ruined by a silly mistake! Thank you for a lovely stay in your lovely "home!" PS the breakfast was awesome too!

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

7th September 2023:

Great breakfast very friendly staff. Very accommodating

Albero

Would Recommend: Yes

7th September 2023:

We had a lovely stay with you and will definitely return. The beds were very comfortable, nice bed linen. Plenty of hot water, big shower in our room (William). Breakfast choices are extensive and definitely something for everyone.

We visited Bucklers Hard, the river cruise was nice. We wouldn’t recommend the Riverview Restaurant. The Hare and Hounds at Sway offers great food. The fish cakes were lovely. If you have a big appetite the pulled pork burger was also great.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th September 2023:

We actually stayed an extra night. Staff were very accommodating and gave us 2 single duvets on the double bed. Although lovely shower in second room was great needed a bit of fiddling to get the temperature right. But breakfasts lovely. Very quiet.

Try Alberto Italian restaurant

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

Super friendly

Make sure you know how to open the door after hours

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

Cottage Lodge Hotel is superbly situated in Brockenhurst. We were particularly impressed by the attention to detail in place for visitors, named parking slots and organic sundry items in the room for example. Jackie, who was at reception when we arrived, was incredibly friendly and helpful. The stay was superb and we will be returning (from Germany) soon.

We only stayed one night in Brockenhurst. We ate at the Pig. It is one of the best restaurants we have ever visited. Every visit to Brockenhurst should include a visit to the Pig

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

Sehr nettes kleines Hotel mit individuellen Zimmern, die mit viel Charm eingerichtet sind. Man fühlt sich sehr wohl und der Patron legt selbst Hand an, sei es am Empfang oder in der Küche. Man fühlt sich als Gast willkommen und umsorgt.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

We received a warm and friendly welcome at Cottage Lodge and enjoyed a comfortable stay in the heart of the New Forest. Excellent breakfasts!

Cycling in the Forest is a “must” and we would recommend a meal at the nearby “Pig”.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2023:

Beautiful location, host was so friendly and welcoming not like going to a chain hotel booking in at reception and not remembering who you are. Can tell they take pride in the establishment and its more than just a business to them

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2023:

Excellent location, close to shops and pubs/restaurants, Staff are all wonderful, really friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. Room was really clean and comfortable with plenty of storage space for your clothes and even a plug in heater for cooler evenings and a fan for the warmer ones. Allocated parking space was an added bonus.

Cottage Lodge Hotel is situated in the heart of Brockenhurst, just a short walk from shops, pubs, restaurants and the railway station. There is a great choice of places the eat out and a selection of independent shops too. We recommend the open top bus tour which you can join at the railway station and hop on/ hop off at various places along the route and interlink with the other tours too. Lymington is just a short train ride away and there are many areas you park up and just take a walk in the forest to see the ponies and other animals.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2023:

We absolutely loved our stay and enjoyed every minute of it. The accommodation was beautiful, very clean, we really liked the food. there is a lot of history, it was very interesting to read about the house and to talk to the host.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2023:

A wonderful welcoming hotel, excellent location and staff.

Would Recommend: Yes

31st August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

31st August 2023:

Excellent location and hearty breakfast. Really friendly staff

as above

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2023:

Cottage Lodge is an amazing family friendly hotel with amazing people looking after your every need. Nothing is too much trouble and every time we visit we just can’t wait to return. We are always so relaxed when we stay. Thank you for everything.

Whitetails is the only restaurant to eat in Brockenhurst. As it is also situated at Cottage Lodge it is a must restaurant to visit. Ramsey the owner makes you feel so welcome and serves the best food for miles around.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2023:

Excellent service and great hoste

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2023:

Excellent service, food, staff and facilities

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2023:

Feels like staying with valued friends when we arrive and see the yellow door. Big thank you to everyone for making our stay so enjoyable and comfortable. Hopefully Pluto enjoyed his walks too.

Download the new Forest App for walks and other things to do and places to visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th August 2023:

The Cottage Lodge Hotel has some unique design features, e.g. furniture made from local trees, and most of the products used in the hotel come from the New Forest. It was exactly the type of place you'd hope to stay in when you visit the New Forest: elegant in its simplicity. Maurizio, the owner, is very friendly, and gave us great tips for the area.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th August 2023:

Hotel is situated in good area 👌 closed to shops and not far from any parks and places to be explore. The staff so friendly and helpful place not overcrowded and so peaceful. Food great from locals provided anything you wish. I love this clean and quiet place and recommended to everyone. I will be back there definitely.👍❤️😍

There a restaurant in the hotel and many more on the high street around the corner. You have even your car parking space without name on on the front of cottage. Realy good relaxing place.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th August 2023:

Loved the named parking, nice welcoming touch. Very good breakfast choice and friendly welcome to breakfast room. Comfortable bed, carpet requires a clean when possible around door area. Great location and good selection of information in room.

Snake catcher Pub recommended for food. Lovely walks from premises.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd August 2023:

We hebben genoten van de ontspannen sfeer in het hotel. De locatie is geweldig. Elke ochtend een heerlijk ontbijt aan tafel geserveerd. Wij hebben 3 nachten in kamer Little Alice verbleven en 4 nachten in kamer Burley(met patio) Maurizio en team hebben ons een heerlijke vakantieweek bezorgd. Zeer gastvrij.

De ligging van het hotel is ideaal. Vlakbij het trein/busstation. Voor 39 pond per persoon kan je de hele week met de bus reizen naar alle mooie dorpjes. Hop on hop off. Gezellige winkeltjes, pubs op loopafstand. Wandelen in de Forest of naar het strand is beide mogelijk. Diverse keren naar de Snakecatcher geweest voor fish&chips en de heerlijke ciders. Golfen in Burley ook zeker een aanrader. Prachtige bosbaan met zeer vriendelijk personeel.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd August 2023:

A very friendly greeting on arrival,with tea a cake.very attentiveness at breakfast

Central to the village.plenty of nice places to eat at good prices.A very good Indian restaurant the high street

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

Always receive a warm welcome upon arrival, and the offer of tea, coffee, cake etc .Dedicated parking space provided,so never any worries about looking for somewhere to park on arrival. Hotel and rooms are immaculate,The hotel owners and staff are all lovely people,and will all go out of their way to ensure you have a most enjoyable stay. Breakfast is lovely, and plenty to choose from. Highly recommend.

Hotel is ideally situated with only a 5 minute walk into the village and all amenities. Lovely tea rooms, restaurants, and pubs all within walking distance. The train station is a 10 minute walk away which makes it ideal for visiting surrounding areas. Beaulieu motor museum, and Bucklers Hard are a very short drive away, and well worth a visit. All in all a fabulous place to stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

The staff are some of the friendliest and helpful we have ever com across in an hotel environment. They cannot do enough to help if required and always on hand if there is every any minor issues. The hints and tips about local walks and use of New Forest app was extremely helpful as whilst we are frequent visors over the years we found yet more walks to undertake. Thank you for a another lovely stay.

Download the New Forest walking app its very useful. Book a meal at the Whitetails (part of the hotel but run independently) few weeks before you stay as they get very busy and cater to a set number of covers each night (except Sundays) and can accommodate dogs in the snug. Ramsey Hammad and his team are wonderful and food is fantastic so worth a visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

We find Cottage Lodge a relaxed and friendly place. The location is ideal for exploring the New Forest. No doubt we will return before too long.

Just enjoy the setting and allow time to explore the area.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2023:

Hosts very helpful nothing was to much trouble for them room nice very clean and breakfast delicious

Walking distance to shops and pubs only short journeys to some attractions

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2023:

Very good accommodation and a friendly team. Ideal location for town centre and to pick up cycle routes. Excellent breakfast.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th August 2023:

This is our second stay at Cottage Lodge Hotel with our dog. Fantastic location, lovely breakfast to start your day.

Lots of lovely walks, we walked to St Nicholas Church which has alot of history & commonwealth war graves (N.Z) soldiers beautifully looked after very moving.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2023:

Very friendly family run hotel situated centrally in the New Forest area . Made to feel very welcome on arrival followed with tea and cake . Excellent breakfast with many choices using locally sourced food . Fully recommend the "Cottage Lodge"

Local pubs within walking distance serve excellent food. The Foresters a two minute walk from hotel serve a wonderful home made real Chicken and Leek pie and their Stakes are good .Plenty of things to see in and around the New Forest areas .

Would Recommend: Yes

16th August 2023:

Lovely place to stay with our dog. Breakfasts were fantastic. Very comfy bed. Good location for lots of walks and bike rides without having to drive to them.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th August 2023:

The rooms were clean and comfortable, the breakfast was excellent and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Would return to the hotel when next visiting the New Forest.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2023:

Obwohl wir spät am Abend ankamen, wurden wir herzlich begrüsst und willkommen geheissen. Vielen Dank an das ganze Team für den freundlichen und guten Service. Britta

Zu empfehlen: Indisches Restaurant: Dynasty Italienisches Restaurant: Enzee

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2023:

Friendly and professional with pride in their establishment

Perfect location for Brockenhurst station Excellent secure car parking Secure garden room for dogs or children Comfortable king size bed Wonderful breakfast We would definitely stay again A perfect base

Would Recommend: Yes

13th August 2023:

Our 1st visit since 2017, due to expanding family, and we found Cottage Lodge as magical as ever and a wonderful base from which to enjoy the various delights of the New Forest. My 8 year old son also loved Brockenhurst on account of all the horses wandering about everywhere. The organisation e.g. for breakfast is also done so well.

There are plenty of things to see and do when staying at Brockenhurst. During our 2 night stay, myself and my 8 year old son were made incredibly welcome at the walkable “Huntsman” pub for our evening meal… it has great food, great beer and great choices for children too, plus a well designed and spacious garden. The staff were also very helpful and friendly, bar one lady who was a bit obstructive when we arrived and asked for a garden table again for our second visit, but she was thankfully put in her place by senior staff who were, once again, charming, so we had two great nights there.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th August 2023:

Absolutely brilliant place! Super friendly and helpful staff, very cosy rooms and delicious breakfast! Even free tea, coffee and cake during check-in, honestly such a lovely place and we'll be back very soon.

Handy Tesco around the corner if you need supplies, also the hotel provides a really helpful book near reception with lots of useful information in on things to see and do!

Would Recommend: Yes

8th August 2023:

Lovely place to stay. It would be a major plus if an outdoor area could be created. Also the honesty bar to be stocked with a couple of digestives

Would Recommend: Yes

7th August 2023:

Warm welcome. Our room was well appointed and spotless. The quality and range of breakfast choices was excellent, one of the best we have had.A parking space was guaranteed. Also the proximity to the village was helpful.

Enjoyed dinner both nights at White Tails restaurant.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2023:

Staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was so homely and clean. Thank you for a comfortable stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2023:

Thank you so much for such a welcoming and fantastic stay. We were really grateful to be upgraded to a lovely room. The staff were all so helpful and friendly. The lodge itself is so cosy and homely! We loved how it was eco and promoted local businesses eg using local producers for jam and using lovely local soaps etc. The good too was delicious!! We will be returning thank you

Would Recommend: Yes

4th August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd August 2023:

Warm and friendly staff. Wonderful breakfasts and very comfortable accommodation. I loved the focus on sustainability and the locally made ‘Yellow Tree’ produce.

The White Tails Restaurant (located in the same building) is an excellent choice for dinner.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd August 2023:

Very friendly team. Spotlessly clean throughout. Car parking excellent. Breakfast extremely well organised and delicious.

The Indian restaurant just around the corner is superb. However do dine in at the hotel it’s super

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd August 2023:

Very friendly and helpful staff

Would Recommend: Yes

1st August 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

1st August 2023:

We always love our stays at the cottage lodge. It is always so peaceful and welcoming. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful. Our only comment would be that we found being by the kitchen quite noisy at night so needed to have the windows closed.

The snakecatcher has brilliant food! The bakery is hands down the best in the country!

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

Your staff are so welcoming

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

Fantastic and personal treatment. We feel very good with them. The breakfast is wonderful!!

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

A delightful hotel for a special occasion. The staff were very friendly and eager to please.

The White Tails restaurant, within the hotel, is very intimate, and serves excellent food. It was a perfect way to celebrate our wedding anniversary.

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

We have visited several times and have always been greeted with friendly and helpful staff. The Cottage Lodge Hotel is conveniently located in Brockenhurst and is clean and comfortable with a delicious breakfast.

You can walk into Brockenhurst easily. There is a main train station within walking distance. Variety of shops and restaurants. Not far to drive to attractions such as Beaulieu Motor Museum or Exbury Gardens. The New Forest offers multiple walks.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2023:

Service from staff excellent all very friendly nice touch for names on allocated car parking, Great central base for all new forest. White tails restuarant a must food great Thanks for a wonderful relaxed stay Look forward to returning

Bucklers Yard a must visit and the walk from there to Beauli. Lymington and a walk around the bird sanctury on the sea wall. Burley village

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2023:

Really loved our stay. Loads to see and location was brilliant. Would definitely recommend

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2023:

This is the 4th time in 5 years we have stayed, we always enjoy our time with you and its great we can bring our dog 🐕 with us.

Great pubs in the village good food

Would Recommend: Yes

29th July 2023:

Genuinely friendly welcome from all the lovely staff. Excellent location. Great all round, thoroughly recommended!

We dined at the co-located White Tails Restaurant, again very friendly and attentive service hitting exactly the right note and importantly serving excellent food.

Would Recommend: No

28th July 2023:

Faultless. Quirky Hotel that works perfectly in it's New Forest location. Staff were all outstanding and the breakfast set-up, quality of food and service, all delivered with a smile.

Stayed in the Rufus Stone room and it's private space within the garden was an unexpected treat. Sat outside with a cuppa resting, and enjoying the peace and quiet a couple of evenings after taking in the many sights of the New Forest during the day. Scampi from the local chip shop was excellent and Foresters Arms perfect for a pint, both only minutes from Cottage Lodge. The Blue Bus Summer Tour also well worth the price.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2023:

Always a pleasure to return.

Although we know the area well we downloaded the New Forest app and found it really useful for planning walks and places to visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2023:

It lovely friendly and welcoming staff and the foods was lovely 😍

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2023:

I contacted Cottage Lodge directly even after it said they were fully booked to see if they had a dog friendly room available, Kelly replied straight away to say they did and was very helpful, as were all the staff from the beginning to end of our lovely 2 night stay. Fred our lab was very comfortable and would of been accommodated at breakfast and dinner also if we wanted him to join us. Dinner in the White Tails restaurant was delicious.

Snakecatcher good pub had a tasty sandwich after a long walk. Downloaded walks from All Trails app - Tall Trees walk recommended - about 9 mile circular walk from Brockenhurst.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th July 2023:

The staff were ever so friendly welcoming u and ever so helpful with any questions Also in the restaurant in the evening the waiter was very welcoming and chatty

Very local and central for the whole new Forrest

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd July 2023:

All staff are very welcoming and most helpful.. our room was comfortable and clean .. any questions were dealt with promptly and good advice/ recommendations were given .. Definitely will return

There’s a “treasure trail”walk around Brockenhurst to find interesting local facts .. lots of good places to eat suiting all budgets Sammy Millers is worth a visit especially if you like motorcycles

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd July 2023:

We haven’t stayed here for several years, and are pleased that it is as good as ever. Friendly, efficient staff and a comfortable stay. Excellent breakfast too. Dedicated off street parking is a bonus in this busy village.

Hightails restaurant is very good. Make sure to book in plenty of time. Snakecatcher pub does good food too.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2023:

PERFECTION IN EVERYWAY. ALL STAFF AMAZING.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2023:

All staff were excellent and very helpful the hotel was central placed and the rooms were clean and roomy the restaurant White tails was the best limited menu but the food was excellent would recommend it to all who stay at the hotel but book early as it doaes fill up quickly

there are some good restaurants nearby the Huntsman pub in particular

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

20th July 2023:

Very helpful nothing being too much.

Set in a beautiful location with local shops, pubs and eateries

Would Recommend: Yes

17th July 2023:

Cottage Lodge was just amazing, wonderful room and very tasty breakfast in the mornings. Staff were very friendly and always around to help with any queries.

Local to just about everything we needed, all within easy walking distance. Brockenhurst train station was a short walk away, where we traveled to Lyndhurst to the Seafood Festival. Local fish and chip take away, Cottage Lodge provided us with plates and cutlery to have in our room. Plenty of walks right on the door step, and an amazing Gin bar at thatched cottage, another small walk away. The Buttery cafe, and a local Tesco….. and of course the animals walking around with us too.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th July 2023:

Lovely stay at your hotel. Unfortunately, we weren't able to make use of our outside area due to the weather. The one thing that would have been ideal would have been a small fridge in the room to keep drinks cold.

The White Tails restaurant has fantastic food and the hospitality is second to none.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th July 2023:

Great hospitality. We will be back again some time

Eat in the restaurant. Do the bus trips round the New Forest. Good value if you do all 3 circuits.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

15th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

15th July 2023:

The only niggle was the location of the room to the kitchen, because it was quite humid understandably they had the door open but that made it quite noisy for us as was the white water pipe right outside the window. However on the positive side, extremely friendly staff, little touches like a warm welcome and named parking is lovely. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2023:

Well-run small hotel with excellent and friendly service.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2023:

EXCELLENCE WITH NO FRILLS

ALBERO'S ITALIAN REST. WALKING DISTANCE EXCELLENT.. 100 YARDS TO OPEN FOREST FOR DOGS... EACH ROOM HAD DOG SECURE AREA...

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2023:

Staff at the Cottage Lodge were fantastic. They were hospitable and informed about things to do in or near Brockenhurst. The cleanliness of the hotel was on a good level. The breakfast included was tasty. The dinner at the restaurant is good to be booked in advance, but they also may have a table available on the spot. The food was good , I really enjoyed crispy fried waitbait. It was delicious.

Good train connection to London, also bus connections to other nearby towns ( Lymington, Lyndhurst, Beaulieu, Hythe...) Walks are well signed and organized. The signal in the forest is off, which is great, just have a map ready. There are plenty of activities...Archery, Cayaking... There's a spa centre 10 min away, for relaxing moments. The food was good.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th July 2023:

Warm, friendly and informative welcome. Good location and facilities. Great breakfast.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th July 2023:

Staff were very welcoming, friendly and went the extra mile. Our room was beautifully decorated, peaceful, clean, the bed was comfortable with good linen and shower was excellent. Breakfast choices were plentiful, food delicious and staff again very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful night’s stay and will be back again.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2023:

Lovely night. Staff really friendly and helpful. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Bathroom was also clean and the water hot.

Location was great and there is a restaurant at the hotel. Plenty of restaurants and pubs in walking distance and easy access to Forest and sea. Would recommend.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2023:

Thankyou for a pleasant stay. If you are looking for somewhere comfy and relaxed this is for you. The snug with the help yourself bar with the honesty box was a nice feature.

The Pig brewery and tap Snakecatcher Huntsman pub

Would Recommend: Yes

9th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

8th July 2023:

Great welcome, friendly and helpful owners and staff. Lovely personal touches. Breakfast very good. Shower very good. Room a bit hot. Nice outdoor seating area available.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th July 2023:

Utterly delightful stay. Made to feel very welcomed. Couldn’t recommend it more highly.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th July 2023:

A lovely hotel in a good location. A good base to explore the new forest. Perfect hosts. Very welcoming and friendly. All the staff are lovely and we have had excellent service. Our room was big. Extremely comfy bed and spotlessly clean. Wonderful breakfast. Would definitely return. Highly recommended.

The hotel has a restaurant for the evening s. The village has a few pubs that serve food and an Italian restaurant. The Filly just outside the village has good food. Also the Huntsman is very good. There is also a train station. Lymington is easily reached by a short drive to catch the Isle.of Wight ferry. Perfect base.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th July 2023:

We really enjoyed our stay and the staff were very friendly and helpful this was all topped up with a wonderful breakfast.I would really recommend the Cottage Lodge Hotel.

The hotel is perfectly situated for seeing round the New Forest and if like us you don’t take a car or want to drive around the buses for the New Forest tour stop right outside the hotel.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

6th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

6th July 2023:

Lovely accommodation, very comfortable, great base to explore the New Forest. Wonderful breakfast with a great cariety of choice.

We enjoyed the Chequers Inn and also the Rainbow Fish Bar, so many places to explore in the locality.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2023:

Staff were welcoming, my room was distinctively furnished and comfortable. Interesting choices for breakfasts. I'd suggest the hotel's "eco-chic" credentials would be boosted by offering a discount or similar bonus to guests (like myself) arriving by public transport.

I'd recommend the Tall Trees trail as a walk in the New Forest near to Brockenhurst.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th July 2023:

We stayed in Little Alice room and 2 small chairs would of been appreicated

book early

Would Recommend: Yes

4th July 2023:

Excellent stay in a very comfortable room. Breakfast here is epic, one of the best we've had in quite a while.

We like walking and there are plenty of trails to explore in the area. Some pretty decent places to eat in the village.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2023:

Lovely place to stay, staff exceptionally nice and welcoming. Very clean and comfortable.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2023:

Staff were all very nice. Lovely hotel.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2023:

Brilliant and friendly stay as per normal.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd July 2023:

This hotel has everything just right. Spotlessly clean, breakfast is table service, lovely welcome with tea and cake, bus stop opposite to Lymington 2 Italian restaurants and 2 pubs few minutes walking we hope to book again in near future thank you

the horses, ponies, donkeys roaming nearby are lovely to watch

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd July 2023:

This is an absolutely lovely place to stay, eveything about it is lovely, especially it's location - the service is really welcoming and friendly. You really accommodated us with our dog, and the food and service was great. The restaurant was a bonus- the food and service were second to none. Like many, once you have been to Cottage Lodge you will always go back, thank you for a lovely stay.

White Tails restaurant (within the hotel) is wonderful and there are lovely walks in and around this lovely thriving village. The coastal walks around Milford on Sea are wonderful and Lymington is a lively town with a quay and really lovely coffee shops.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd July 2023:

Friendly welcome. Good service and helpful staff.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st July 2023:

A very friendly and welcoming place. Staff are very attentive to any needs. An excellent breakfast choice. Evening meal at White Tails Restaurant was also excellent. Good choices and great staff.

Try White Tails Restaurant.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st July 2023:

We found Cottage Lodge to be a most comfortable place to stay. Our spacious room had everything we needed, with two chairs to sit on, a fridge, safe, comfortable bed and a great walk in shower Breakfasts were plentiful - the Spanish tomato breakfast just delish. Brockenhurst has lots of local eateries, easy access to the New Forest and walks therein, train facilities and a lovely village to boot and doesn’t have the crowds. Perfect.

Drive along the Rheinfield road and walk in the redwood forest. Forest Park Hotel has lovely meals. The garden out the back is lovely for a relaxing drink on the way home from exploring the area. Take a trip down to the Isle of Wight - easy to get to by train and ferry.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th June 2023:

Loved the soft towels

Whitetails restaurant on site really good

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2023:

Your service is excellent as always. Breakfast is spot on. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Many thanks

Would Recommend: Yes

27th June 2023:

Always excellent

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2023:

Such a lovely accommodating place to stay. Upon arrival I loved that they knew who I was without me having to say. They gave me and husband a lovely cup of tea and slice of cake. Bed and room very comfy and spacious. We stayed in a room with a balcony and it was so peaceful to sit out and enjoy a drink. Breakfast was top notch and the service again was fantastic all staff very happy and bright. Will definitely be coming again.

Loved the Thai in the village, especially the duck spring rolls they were delicious. Also went for a gin (husband) and cream tea (me) at Escape Gin Bar. Great service. And cream tea delicious too.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2023:

Lovely and welcoming

Go to lynhurst and walk around the new forest

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2023:

Always a very warm welcome and can feel relaxed when arriving with a welcoming fresh brew and piece of cake. Breakfast is good to and get a propper sized pot of tea. Must say we prefer streaky bacon if anything to make it 101% Would continue to return again and again if going that direction. Very easy to get around the new forest as location is so good.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th June 2023:

We only stayed for one night but loved the atmosphere of the Cottage Lodge. Incredibly friendly, helpful and professional staff, room was immaculate and offering plenty of space.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th June 2023:

Albero Italian restaurant is fantastic- dogs outside only.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th June 2023:

Excellent parking arrangement with named space for the duration of your stay

Would Recommend: Yes

24th June 2023:

I was very impressed by all the staff I met.They were all very friendly and helpful. I must mention my medical needs were looked after during my entire stay.

There is much to recommend a stay in the New Forest. Exceptional scenery and a multitude of interesting places to visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th June 2023:

Fantastic place to stay, great service and food especially liked the named car parking which removes any stress, would definitely recommend.

Ideal centre for visiting the new forest

Would Recommend: Yes

24th June 2023:

Good location,parking very good Excellent evening Meals at your restaurant.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd June 2023:

Excellent location in the centre of Brockenhurst so makes a perfect base for walking, cycling and accessing the local restaurants. Great service and breakfast, really well looked after.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd June 2023:

Absolutely wonderful! Very friendly staff who gave us a warm welcome with tea and cake and useful advice about the local area. They had even put up a lovely “Happy Birthday” banner in our room as it was my partner’s birthday. Such a thoughtful touch! The hotel was very clean, and very quirky with interesting nooks and crannies. It is central to Brockenhurst (we took the train-10 minutes stroll to the station- but there was also a dedicated parking place for us). Breakfast was AMAZING! Fantastic choice, served beautifully and we even had Buck’s Fizz! Cannot recommend highly enough if you are staying in the New Forest. Thank you!

We ate dinner in White Tails restaurant- attached to the hotel. It was fabulous and so convenient. Wonderful walks on the doorstep including a “Treasure Hunt” around Brockenhurst. A brilliant 1-1.25 hours / 2 mile treasure hunt walk around the village. It was a really lovely and very interesting circular stroll. Well worth doing. As the hotel is 10 minutes walk from the railway station it is easy to explore the wider area by train, enabling you to take advantage of the pubs (and Gin bar @ the Thatch) in the village. We spent a lovey 36 hours here.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

Very welcoming with tea/ coffee and cake on arrival; the room was spacious, clean and well presented. There was a good selection of breakfast items - the cooked breakfast was very tasty too!

We dined in the White Tails restaurant, which was reasonably priced and offered beautifully cooked cuisine. There are a number of local pubs within walking distance also.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

A very nice place and staff very helpful

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

The staff, my partner and I found, really helpful. When we arrived it was nice to have a complimentary drink and cake - a really nice gesture at the start of our stay. Beautiful room, very clean and tidy amazing wood furnishings, amazing staff.

We found restaurants were lovely and just 15 mins walk away into the village depending where you want to go. Beaulieu is nice and well worth a visit. When we were going out of the village one day we saw some horse's with their foals so we had to cross as they have the right of way! we also visited Bournemouth, again well worth visiting.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

A beautiful location for a family gathering. Great attention to detail and everything was just perfect.

Bucklers Hard and Beaulieu as well as the walks in the New Forest.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

Perfect location for a short break. First class experience from beginning to end.

Good variety of eating places within easy reach.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

Absolutely lovey hotel,food amazing and the most welcoming of hosts.Thank you all we really enjoyed staying with you

Close to town,restaurants etc

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

A lovely stay at Cottage Lodge, we were made to feel very welcome on arrival with complimentary tea & cake. The room was brilliant, super clean, comfy, lovely fluffy towels. Breakfast also fabulous!

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Very welcoming hosts. Thoroughly enjoyable stay

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Amazing property. Friendly and attentive staff. The best place to stay when visiting the New Forest or looking for relaxing time in the nature.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Very friendly staff, and always greeted us with a smile.Breakfast was good, but could have more gluten free choices.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th June 2023:

A great really dog friendly hotel. It was the first time we took our dog to a hotel. It could not have been made easier. Even a separate room to have breakfast with our dog. The dog friendly rooms are on the ground floor with direct access to an enclosed area, perfect. After saying how good it is I hope I can book it again.

The hotel is in a great central area of the forest with dog friendly pubs near by.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th June 2023:

The staff are very helpful,friendly and always ready to please. The food is a dream.

ENJOY YOURSELVES.SO MANY WALKS WITHIN A SHORT DISTANCE IN THE CAR.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th June 2023:

We are so pleased we found Cottage Lodge Hotel and will definitely stay the next time we’re in the area. Everything was perfection from the friendly staff, the welcome tea and cake, our lovely room (James Hill) and the amazing breakfast choice.

The location is excellent. Shops and restaurants 10 mins walk away. Cycle Experience for bike hire is about a 15 min walk away and the cycle route to the actual New Forest is easily reached from there. The hotel is in an ideal place to drive to other parts of the New Forest.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th June 2023:

Lovely quirky hotel! I stayed in Brusher Mills gorgeous wall paper and super comfy unusual bed. Welcomed with complimentary tea and cake. Breakfasts were very tasty and beautifully presented. The only down side was the smart tv didn't have enough reception to watch netflix, but I had my laptop and watched on that instead, WiFi was good.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th June 2023:

Attentive, friendly staff and owners, everyone always has time for the guests to see how they are, how their day was and to offer advice on places to go

Would Recommend: Yes

15th June 2023:

This is one of the very best hotel experiences I have had in travelling all round the UK with work over the last five years. The location is fabulous, the hotel oozes “olde worlde” very quaint charm, the staff are impeccably charming and the breakfast is delicious. There is excellent car parking and within a short stroll you are immersed in the wonderful ecological world of the New Forest including the wild ponies. All this and at a cost that seems ridiculously low for what you are getting.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th June 2023:

Wonderful lodge! Very accommodating and friendly staff. Nice rooms and the setup of all the space. Will be back!

Would Recommend: Yes

13th June 2023:

Very friendly staff

The Buttery cafe is a good place to stop they let you take your dog inside

Would Recommend: Yes

13th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

11th June 2023:

Very well presented accommodation, service and parking arrangements.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th June 2023:

Have stayed many times before WILL be staying again One of the nicest B&B's we have stayed at, fantastic staff, really lovely breakfast and unique rooms all different. Having White Tails Restaurant in House is a Bonus We had a superb meal there Many thanks to all the staff

Had lovely meal in the Snakecatcher. Having the railway station nearby is very handy for day trips . Easy access to all attractions in the New Forest

Would Recommend: Yes

10th June 2023:

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in a beautiful room. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfasts were excellent. Close to railway station and bike hire. Central spot for exploring the New Forest.

Hire an ebike. Evening meals in the local pub, sitting outside. Wonderful

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

Lovely welcome of tea and cake, friendly staff, very clean. Excellent breakfast

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

Very welcoming, and very efficient service, all delivered with smiles.

This is a great centre to stay for birdwatching, in the Forest or by the sea at Pennington marshes or Lepe, accompanied by delightful walks that can easily be constructed to ensure a countryside pub is en route. Best local restaurant, though not cheap, is The Pig: we also discovered another restaurant with high class cooking in Lymington - Lane’s.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

We have stayed three times now and this occasion was to celebrate our anniversary, and the welcome we always receive is just great, with tea and cake offered and a brilliantly clean room. We thoroughly enjoy our stays.at Cottage Lodge, the Staff are so friendly and helpful. Thoroughly recommend it to other travellers.

Cottage Lodge has a great location for easy walking access into the New Forest. The train station is just minutes away to get to Lymington and Weymouth. And Brockenhurst has a great choice in Italian restaurants with Albero’s and Enzee’s both within a few minutes walk away.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

Everyone is so very friendly and guests are made to feel welcome, whether it is your first stay, or returners, like us

Brockenhurst is a great base for all areas of the New Forest. Exbury Gardens is wonderful

Would Recommend: Yes

8th June 2023:

Very friendly staff. Excellent breakfast better than careys manor. Loved the whole experience.

Very central so easy to find restaurants. Hop in the car and you will be in the middle of the new forest.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2023:

Lovely staff, brilliant breakfast and all round lovely place to stay - thank you very much.