Balmer Lawn Hotel
Dogs welcome almost everywhere, from lobby to grounds
This hotel is part of the Daisy Curated Collection. Its information has been researched and verified, but Daisy has not yet personally stayed here. When she does, this page will be upgraded to a full Daisy Verified inspection.
What we've verified
The hotel sits on Balmer Lawn itself, the open green by the Lymington River, with forest walking routes straight from the door.
Dogs go almost everywhere except the swimming pool and Beresfords restaurant.
How the welcome translates in person, at dinner and around the hotel. That's what a Daisy stay will confirm.
GBP 30, Per dog per night
What we've confirmed, at a glance.
Verified with the hotel, honestly marked.
Dogs can roam the hotel with you, from the lobby to the grounds. The swimming pool and Beresfords restaurant are the exceptions. Dog rooms are designated Superior, Standard and Family rooms, so add "dog in room" when you book.
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Everything, without the wall of text.
Pet policy & fees+
Pet fee: GBP 30, Per dog per night
Weight limit: Unknown kg. Maximum dogs: Unknown.
Dogs go almost everywhere except the swimming pool and Beresfords restaurant.
In-room amenities+
Dog bed, water and food bowl, towel, poo bags and treats in the room.
How it measures up.
Against two other stays in New Forest and Dorset, on the things that actually decide a trip.
| Balmer Lawn HotelNew Forest and Dorset | Captain's Club Hotel & SpaNew Forest and Dorset | Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpaNew Forest and Dorset | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs at breakfast | unknown | unknown | No |
| Dogs at dinner | limited | unknown | No |
| Bar | unknown | unknown | |
| Beach access | None | None | None |
| Pool for dogs | No | unknown | No |
| Garden / terrace | unknown | ||
| Pet fee | GBP 30 | GBP 20 | GBP 30 |
| Stars | 4 Star | 4 Star | 4 Star |
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