Hotels Near Beaulieu

Places To Stay Near Beaulieu

When visiting Beaulieu, why not stay with us at one of our hotels in Dorset to enjoy our unrivalled hospitality. With cosy beds, excellent breakfasts and stylish rooms, we have everything that you could wish for during your family holiday, romantic break or staycation.

The Castle Inn

Situated mere minutes’ walk from unmissable Dorset attractions like Lulworth Cove, Lulworth Castle, Tyneham Village, Bindon Hill and Durdle Door, The Castle Inn is the perfect place for a staycation on the Jurassic Coast.
Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, with your family or your four-legged friend, you’ll find the perfect accommodation for you at The Castle Inn.
Sleep sound in the 16th century thatched inn, and indulge in the on-site gastropub, serving an array of pub favourites and local, fresh seafood – the perfect place to recharge after spending the day at Beaulieu.

The Avon Causeway

You can be sure of a warm welcome at the Avon Causeway hotel, a cosy 18th century coaching inn with 12 spacious country-chic rooms, as well as an on-site restaurant serving locally-sourced dishes.
Whether you’re after a relaxing stay near the New Forest National Park and Dorset countryside, or want to learn more about the historical village of Beaulieu, you’ll find everything you need (and more) at the Avon Causeway. Plus, if you’re going on holiday from Bournemouth airport, you can benefit from free parking for up to two weeks, saving you a small fortune on airport parking charges.

The High Corner Inn

Nestled in the beautiful New Forest National Park, and close to Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the High Corner Inn is a classic country inn – perfect for a peaceful and restorative staycation.
With seven immaculately-styled, comfortable bedrooms, an on-site restaurant serving scrumptious locally-sourced pub classics, and, of course, a fantastic selection of award-winning Butcombe beers for you to sample, you can be sure of a relaxing stay at the High Corner Inn. It is ideally located to visit other attractions in the area, including the world-famous village of Beaulieu.

The Pavilion Arms

For a staycation in Bournemouth mere minutes from the town centre and beautiful beaches, book a room at The Pavilion Arms hotel.
With 12 ensuite rooms, snuggly beds, on-site restaurant, and just 10 minutes from the central train and bus station, you won’t find a better place for your Bournemouth holiday. Plus, we are within east reach of many of Dorset’s other attractions – including the wonderful village of Beaulieu.
Enjoy hearty, classic pub dishes and award-winning Butcombe beer at The Pavilion Arms.

Beaulieu Village

Beaulieu is a tiny, picturesque village that is positioned on the south bank of the Beaulieu River.

Although it is one of the smallest villages in the New Forest National Park, it is home to the National Motor Museum, Palace House and Beaulieu Abbey, which are the collective attractions that people are often referring to when visiting the 9,000 acre Beaulieu estate.

Like many of the villages nearby, Beaulieu has many New Forest ponies and donkeys wandering through its streets, which are often a favourite sight for the visitors!

Beaulieu River

Beaulieu River rises near the village of Lyndhurst in the heart of the New Forest National Park and flows south-easterly for 20 kilometres. Originally known as the River Exe, it has been owned outright by Lord Montagu of Beaulieu since 1724.

Once it passes Beaulieu, the river meanders through the famed ship-building hamlet of Bucklers Hard (which we will cover in more detail below) before it flows into the Solent.

Extremely popular with photographers, many visitors choose to walk different stretches of Beaulieu River in search of the various different species of wildlife on display, while admiring their natural habitat.

Bucklers Hard

Located to the south of Beaulieu village is the small hamlet of Bucklers Hard, which is renowned for the shipbuilding that took place here in previous centuries.

Montagu Town (as it was then known) was built by John Montagu, the 2nd Duke of Montagu, in the early part of the 18th-century. The name was changed to Bucklers Hard soon after, with the “hard” part of the name believed to have been given due to the firm banks nearby, making them ideal for launching vessels. The close proximity to the New Forest meant that there would always be a plentiful supply of timber, making it the perfect location for shipbuilding.

Although the shipbuilding industry thrived throughout the 18th-century, it slowed down drastically during the 19th-century. Fast forward to today and Bucklers Hard is frequented by tourists and boasts a state-of-the-art marina, which is home to some of the finest boasts and yachts on the south coast.

National Motor Museum

If you ask people what Beaulieu is, many will undoubtedly know it as the home of the National Motor Museum.

With almost 300 of the world’s finest vehicles on display, it isn’t only car enthusiasts that will enjoy what the National Motor Museum has to offer. From 150 year old steam powered vehicles to cutting-edge exhibitions, there is something for all the ages here to admire. Visitors can explore the authentic workshop from the 1930s, learn about how vehicles have advanced through the years, before taking a sneak peak at how the future of travel might look in years to come.

Exhibitions are held regularly at the National Motor Museum, so we recommend checking their website before you visit.

Beaulieu Palace House

Beaulieu Palace House is part of the Beaulieu estate and is one of the finest country houses in the United Kingdom.

Built in the 13th century and extended in the 16th and 19th centuries, Beaulieu Palace House has been under the ownership of the same family since 1538. To this day, it is the personal residence of Lord and Lady Montagu.

Much of the house is open to the public, with tour guides donning authentic costumes to show visitors around the Victorian Kitchen, Lord Montagu’s Library, Dining Hall and Portrait Gallery, among others. The Beaulieu estate is linked via monorail, allowing visitors ease of access to different areas of the site.

Beaulieu Abbey

Beaulieu Abbey was commissioned by King John, with construction completed in 1204. Although it descended into disrepair following the dissolution of the monasteries, much of the ruin has been preserved to enable visitors to imagine what once stood here, and what now remains.

Of the buildings that did survive, what was formerly the Choir Monk’s Refectory is now Beaulieu Parish Church, and what was once the lay brothers’ dormitory is now home to the Domus & Monastic Life Exhibition. The former can be visited as long as services or private functions aren’t taking place, while the latter houses a permanent exhibition that tells the story of the Abbey from its beginning through to the present day.

As special events do take place quite frequently, we recommend checking the Beaulieu Abbey website prior to your visit.

Hatchet Pond

Hatchet Pond covers 12 acres of water and is the largest freshwater venue in the whole of the New Forest National Park. Popular with anglers, it also attracts walkers, picnickers and nature lovers.

It is home to some of the rarest species of plants and animals in the United Kingdom and, as such, is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area for Conservation. In total, more than one-third of all wetland plant species can be found here, along with multiple different species of fish and various species of birdlife.

The popularity of Hatchet Pond has proven to be its worst enemy in recent years, with high levels of pollution threatening its existence. We recommend checking Forestry England’s website before your visit for the most up-to-date guidance.

North Solent National Nature Reserve

Covering more than 2,000 acres, North Solent National Nature Reserve is one of the largest nature reserves in Hampshire. It stretches from the New Forest National Park through to the Beaulieu River estuary, providing shelter to both native and migrant birdlife.

Popular with walkers and dog walkers, there are many different routes that can be taken along the coast or inland, with valleys, highlands and heathlands all waiting to be explored. It is also a haven for photographers, eager to capture stills of the aforementioned birdlife, as well as the multitude of animals that can be found within the New Forest.