The Elvetham Hotel, The Library

Lovely hotel and gardens. Staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel room and restaurant food was of a high standard that was presented with ease. My best friend and I wished that we could have stayed longer as our stay was lovely and relaxing and the location of the hotel was a half way point for us from Kent and Dorset. The hotel is gated too so it felt very safe and secure. There's lots of local walks nearby as well as the 5K trail around the hotel grounds and gardens. The hotel is also dog friendly.

We spent an amazing birthday weekend here, and it truly exceeded expectations. The location is stunning—an old mansion surrounded by a huge estate that’s perfect for peaceful walks and quiet, relaxing days. The building itself is full of history and incredibly spacious, with each room offering its own charm. It’s the kind of place you want to return to again and again, just to experience staying in every room. The staff deserve special mention—they were wonderfully helpful and friendly. When we realized our Standard room was close to the wedding venue and a bit noisy, they quickly helped us move to a quieter room, making our stay even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a memorable stay in a beautiful setting. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a mix of history, tranquility, and genuine hospitality.

Really nice domain - a lot more than a hotel. There was a wedding on that evening, but that didn't bother us. The staff were lovely, and the breakfast superb (maybe a bit expensive at £20, but good quality) Our only complain was the bed, narrower than a queen, so really too small for two adults and very hard. The rooms are lovely otherwise, and very clean, so there is enough room for a bigger bed if they wanted to put one in. We also managed to get a great deal for the room.