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Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only hotel near New Forest National Park

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Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Superior Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
181-185 Lymington Rd, Christchurch, England, BH23 4JS
  • Highcliffe Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Avon Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mudeford Quay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

In Christchurch .You'll find Highcliffe Castle and Highcliffe Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Christchurch hotel. New Forest National Park and Barton-on-sea Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Highcliffe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Highcliffe Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Avon Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mudeford Quay - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 19 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Paddle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Fiddle Harvester - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Avon Beach Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Walkford - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant

3-star adults-only hotel near New Forest National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Self parking is free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant to the airport?

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant is 8.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant on May 29, 2025 start from $212.81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant.

How close is Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Highcliffe Beach and 7.1 mi (20-min drive) from Bournemouth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant offer free breakfast?

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have a pool?

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant does not have a pool.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant to downtown Christchurch?

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant is 0.1 mi away from Highcliffe-on-Sea.

Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Extremely friendly and accommodating staff Excellent food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Property dated and in need of an update here and there - eg tap on sink swivelled round when turning on and off, head board on bed wonky, lots of dust in room, and hairs on the pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about the Lord Bute is its staff; they are warm, personable , friendly -really nice people - but sadly not always efficient and on the ball ! They cleaned the room, but forgot to leave towels; so we came back late to a bathroom with no towels and no staff at that time of night to find some for us - we had to phone an emergency number to sort it out. Breakfast waiter, - one of them - head in the clouds forgot the butter, forgot the toast. Didn't check if we had all we needed. (needs more training ) No fruit juice, no bowls of fruit, no fruit yoghourt. Bed was comfortable and warm. Despite the lack of precision and sloppiness in the way it's run I would use it again .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a one night stay on a Sunday so could not sample the evening dining. Our room was very quiet, comfortable and quite luxurious. We had breakfast in the dining room which was very beautiful. The continental breakfast was excellent. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good: Attending wedding at Highcliffe Castle and this hotel is literally five minute walk … the breakfast staff were very polite. Poor: safe not working, no toiletries, Electric sockets unsafe, and parking is pot luck ( we were lucky). Service at breakfast very slow and kept forgetting our simple orders … cause: only one member of staff both mornings and so extremely busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location to the area we need to be for a family wedding. Extremely accommodating in getting room ready early for us to change in as travelled 2.5 hrs to get there. Friendly staff and very obliging
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we only stayed fir 1 night ... but will definitely return .The hotel is superb ... outside .... inside ... decor .very tasteful and is spotless . The breakfast plentiful and perfect. Our bedroom was lovely ... it was large ... well decorated ... clean ....and the en suite bathroom ... large and clean. And the staff .... what lovely people ... a special thank you to the receptionist ... "shona" .... thank you for all your help !!! We can not recommend the lord bute highly enough !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Just returned from a great 3 night stay in this gem of a hotel. Perfect location within easy walking distance of Highcliffe Castle and Avon beach. Staff were extremely polite, friendly and helpful in particular Ryan, the Operations Manager. We didn't eat any evening meals here but the breakfst was delicious and well presented with fine-dining crockery and cutlery. Our room was very large with a huge bed and a big light ensuite bathroom. The mattress was a little soft for our liking (just our personal preference) but we mentioned it to hotel staff and were immediately offered an alternative room - excellent customer service. We shall definitely return - worth paying a little more for such a great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so welcoming
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable with excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely location and staff

Excellent location and very helpful and friendly staff. Restaurant Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel.

Lovely hotel on the edge of the new forest. Easy access to nearby towns and Dorset coast. Staff were helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean comftable. Will be booking again the next time I’m in the area, hopefully within the next few months.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ephraim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel , comfy and friendly, loved it .

We had just a one night stay and were really impressed with this hotel. Check in was very efficient , full explanation of the facilities. We had a very comfortable room and therefore a great nights sleep. The bedroom and bathroom were spotless. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the stylish restaurant. A good choice of cereals, fruit and yoghurt and a full English beautifully cooked and served . I really do hope to return to this hotel as we really enjoyed everything about it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent small personal hotel with great attention to detail Food delicious Management on hand to make sure all is up to standard Bedroom very comfortable and well thought out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in nice location

stayed over for valentines night, parking is limited. the rooms were nice and clean and big bed, nice bathroom easy access to the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Avril

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel had a lovely homely feel to it. The staff are friendly and helpful. But unfortunately we didn’t have a very comfortable nights sleep, in fact we didn’t get a lot of sleep!! As the mattress on the bed had springs in that you could feel. It also didn’t help that it was two single mattress put together. Such a shame, the mattress is letting the hotel down.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early in freezing cold January 2023, my wife and I were the only guests in The Lord Bute which also had staffing problems due to illness, The two who cooked and served our breakfast were brilliant; the room was not serviced but that did not present any problem to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023