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The Retreat New Forest

3.5 star property
Hotel in Christchurch with spa services and coffee shop/cafe

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cottage, Private Bathroom

Cottage, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (First floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Super)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite (First floor)

Single Room, Ensuite (First floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor C)

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor)

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing First Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor )

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor B)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing B)

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room, Ensuite (North Wing B)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (A)

Double Room, Ensuite (A)

Double Room, Ensuite (A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Heating
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A)

Double Room, Ensuite (First floor A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B)

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B) | Bathroom

Double Room, Ensuite (First Floor B)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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The Retreat New Forest A35, Christchurch, England, BH23 7EF

What's nearby

  • Highcliffe Beach - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Highcliffe Castle - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Avon Beach - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mudeford Quay - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 5 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Paddle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Three Tuns - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cat & Fiddle Harvester - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Walkford - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee House - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Retreat New Forest

Hotel near New Forest National Park
The Retreat New Forest provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a restaurant. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a hot stone massage or reflexology. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 to 25 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 to 25 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Retreat New Forest Hotel
The Retreat New Forest Christchurch
The Retreat New Forest Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat New Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Retreat New Forest?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat New Forest?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Retreat New Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat New Forest located?

Situated in Christchurch, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sammy Miller Museum and 2.5 mi (4 km) from New Forest National Park. Highcliffe Beach and Barton-on-sea Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Retreat New Forest Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 141 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great property. Good value for money. Stayed for the night before getting on the ferry and perfect location. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and comfortable room. The hotel is in beautiful surroundings and close to the forest and the sea
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Had a very comfortable night's sleep and the room was exceptionally clean. The quality of the bedding and towels were also first class. WiFi was more than adequate and the room temperature was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely stay and easy drive to the beaches
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Another great stay at this unique hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Cracking little gem for Bmth airport late arrival Flights.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Another great stay at this unique hotel—plenty of sockets for charging beside the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Always a friendly member of staff on hand great food in a lovely restaurant environment A superb place to stay, we can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

We enjoyed our stay and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Nice quaint stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Amazing location where you can relax and have a peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Amazing stay at The Retreat… Open space, beautiful garden and environment. If you re looking for a get away, there’s no better.. Warm, clean, and quiet… the staff are very helpful… great comms with Alice and Hannah…. Just what I needed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The property is beautifully unique and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

The room was stated as a king size bed , however it seems it was two single beds pulled together which was very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Nice peaceful location with great access to to local places to visit. Good value for money if you don’t need to be in the middle of town, beats a Lenny Henry place hands down,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

This was a one night stop over the room was clean, comfy and tidy. I would book again if coming to the New forest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Overnight stay in the New Forest, just 10 miles to Lymington.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Easy check in and access to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Had a Great stay at “The Retreat”… It’s a quiet place, near Bransgore and Christchurch. An excellent restaurant and loads of classes on the ground floor through the day time. I’ve given it 5 stars because it’s exactly what I wanted however the reviews that are low reflect an “expectation problem. Guests need to read the information about the place before booking. Travel lodge are Premier Inn can be found nearby.. If it’s a tailor made cosy hideaway your after this is it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Beautiful place to stay nice people very relaxing. good location to get around lots of great yoga and wellness classes I’ll be back to stay soon
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Beautiful property, room was well presented and very clean. Really liked the self check in and check out element, and any staff we did meet were super friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

I wasn't expecting a lot as I'd booked a single room and it was quite cheap. On arrival the check in process was very easy exactly as per the instructions sent out. When I went into the room, Wow! I'd obviously been upgraded to a large room with king size bed rolltop bath and walk in shower. Pressure on the shower was also excellent. Room was spotlessly clean. With the ample free parking it was a perfect stay. When I'm back in the area this is the first place I'll be looking to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Each room is uniquely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Lovely stay like always, my dogs are spoiled by the staff, nice area to stay close to the Beach and New forest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024