The Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu

Peering out from behind its leafy façade, this characterful country house hotel dates back to the 17^th century and is one of the most delightful jewels in the New Forest’s crown.

From the outside, the Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu possesses an unassuming charm and is surrounded by typically English gardens. The hotel is privately owned and has an enviable location in the New Forest, making it easily accessible from the M3. Guests travelling from London can reach the hotel within an hour and a half.

The Montagu Arms Hotel stands close to the picturesque riverside and the quaint high street, a perfect spot for anyone wanting to explore the area. And with Southampton being just 14 miles away, it is ideal for a pre or post cruise stay. Cyclists who want to explore the forest tracks and miles of ancient woodland will also find this a great place to spend the night.

Stepping inside, you are greeted with a warm and welcoming ambience that is unique to The Montagu Arms Hotel. Once a traditional inn with its own farmland, history seeps out through the wooden floors, old fireplaces and oak panelling. Guests will find it difficult not to become absorbed in the distinctive English charm. Over the last 200 years, guests have been welcomed with an attentive yet discreet service, which the hotel has become renowned for.

Careys Manor, its sister hotel, is just 6 miles away from this country house hotel in the New Forest, and guests staying at The Montagu Arms have access to the SenSpa facilities. You can relax with one of the many treatments available from highly experienced therapists or if you prefer, simply take a dip in the pool.

Take a look inside this gorgeous New Forest hotel via their YouTube channel here.

Whether you are looking for wonderful food with a warm welcome in Hampshire, a luxurious wedding venue or somewhere to simply spend the evening, you will find The Montagu Arms facilities provide you with everything you need.

Dining

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.

The Montagu Arms Hotel has its own kitchen garden, which supplies much of the vegetables and herbs used to create the wonderful dishes at the hotel.

Afternoon Tea

No matter what time of year you stay at The Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu, afternoon tea in Hampshire’s New Forest is a wonderful treat. In the summer you can enjoy tea or coffee with sandwiches and cakes outside, or in the winter sink into one of the comfy sofas next to a crackling log fire.

The Library Bar and Magnolia Lounge

Unwind in front of the warm glow of our open fire in our magnolia lounge, whether you’re looking to enjoy a delicious bite to eat or sip on your favourite drink in our inviting library bar, we have the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and enjoyment

SenSpa at Careys Manor

Guests staying at The Montagu Arms Hotel have access to the lavish SenSpa at Careys Manor, the sister hotel, located just  six miles away. There are 16 treatment rooms where you can be pampered and relax with a facial, massage or body wrap. You may just want to slip into the hydrotherapy pool or hot up under the tepidarium. You will have complimentary use of the indoor pool, gym, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna.