The area that afternoon tea is served in is small with a wooden screen separating the reception from the teasters. The main event was underwhelming with the little cakes better employed as door stops.

Afternoon tea on a Saturday. The staff were delightful, the scones delicious, the price very reasonable. Also got sandwiches, cakes and biscuits. . . . . Afternoon tea on a Saturday. The staff were delightful, the scones delicious, the price very reasonable. Also got sandwiches, cakes and biscuits. . . . . Afternoon tea on a Saturday. The staff were... More

We have just returned from a four day break at the Balmer Lawn, Brockenhurst. From the moment we arrived until our departure, the staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. Our room's were beautifully decorated and well equipped for a most comfortable stay. The restaurant service and food was excellent, as was the food in the lounge bar... More

It was my sisters birthday and my brother in law arranged afternoon tea for 4. What a lovely civilised way to spend Sunday afternoon - complete with a glass of bubbles and the calm elegance of Balmer Lawn in the heart of the New Forest!. The tea was very enjoyable, the service was as you would expect - polite, unassuming... More

After a lovely weekend away at the Balmer Lawn hotel I do not have any complaints. The room had recently been refurbished and was lovely, well equipped with everything we needed. The evening meals were absolutely amazing along with the service and friendly waiters. I look forward to returning in the near future!

We really hoped this would be a great place, as it is convenient for London and well located for walks / biking etc in the New Forest ... but unfortunately we were underwhelmed. Good points: * Location * Some rooms have good views * Dinner was pretty good (the food anyway) * Generally friendly staff Bad points * Overpriced for... More

Booked a Superior Room with a balcony for the weekend. The room was clean, if a bit dated looking, and the service from staff lived up to it’s 4 Star rating. It cost us £500 for two nights, B&B. We booked a balcony room, as I smoke, my husband cannot tolerate smoke, and obviously the rooms were non smoking. I... More

If you are looking for accomadation in the New Forest then look no further. We have just returned from a relaxing weekend break at the Balmerlawn and will definitely be going back. This quintessential British hotel hosts a range of attributes from its superb cuisine to the stunning views from our top floor modern bedroom. We dined both nights in... More

We have recently stayed at the Balmer Lawn for the 3rd time and were not dissappointed. The Hotel is in a lovely position and the rooms have recently been updated. The staff are very polite and helpful and the food in very good. If you want a hotel that offers excellent value for money then try the Balmer Lawn.