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Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa

Brockenhurst village, central New Forest · Hotel

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Four-star Victorian manor hotel in Brockenhurst with 80 rooms, three restaurants and the Thai-inspired SenSpa with pool and thermal suite.

What's nearby

  • Le Blaireau next door
  • SenSpa at Careys Manor next door
  • Brockenhurst College next door
  • Brockenhurst Garage Services 200m away
  • The Huntsman 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible entrance

Payment

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.

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About Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa

Careys Manor sits just off the main road through Brockenhurst, close enough to walk to the village shops and the station but set back behind its own grounds. The red-brick manor dates from the 1880s and has been extended several times, so the hotel now runs to around 80 bedrooms across the original house, a garden wing and a newer block beside the spa. It is a good deal larger and busier than most New Forest hotels, and it trades on the spa rather than on country house quiet.

Rooms fall into fairly clear tiers. Manor House rooms have the period detail, high ceilings and the most character; garden and spa rooms are more uniform and modern, with some ground-floor options opening onto terraces. Prices at the entry level are reasonable for a four-star property with this much on site, and spa-inclusive packages are usually better value than booking treatments separately.

SenSpa is the centrepiece. It is Thai-themed throughout, with a 14-metre ozone-treated pool, herbal sauna, crystal steam room, tepidarium, laconium, hydrotherapy pool and nineteen treatment rooms. The spa is adults-only, which is worth knowing if you are travelling with children, though the hotel itself takes families. Use of the thermal and pool facilities is included for residents.

Dining is split three ways: Cambium for modern British cooking, Le Blaireau for a French brasserie menu, and the Zen Garden cafe at the spa for lighter food. The village is a two-minute walk, with the open forest and its ponies immediately beyond; Brockenhurst station has direct trains to London Waterloo in around ninety minutes, which makes this one of the easiest New Forest hotels to reach without a car. It suits spa breaks, small groups and couples wanting a comfortable base rather than seclusion.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What guests say

catherine boulting

Mum and I have just returned from Carey’s 1-night b&b and evening meal package combined with senspa 1-day spa experience, and I can’t speak highly enough of the entire visit. From start to finish, everything was wonderfully managed. The reservation process was seamless, check in was quick and easy, and our room overlooking the garden was beautiful and immaculately clean. The dining experience was equally impressive. The evening meal was delicious - pork belly starter and chicken schnitzel for main. Breakfast was exceptional, offering one of the best selections I’ve seen in a long time. Spa day itself was superb and included a delicious 2-course Thai lunch. A special mention to Natasha hostess with the mostest clearly explaining everything and very courteous. Mum had the plant power body massage with holly and I the herbal poultice with instinct, followed by an eminence facial with pat. The quality of the treatments were exceptional! Honestly one of the best experiences I’ve had in the uk. It wasn’t just the products but the organisation, professionalism, politeness but the expertise and overall attention to detail that really stood out. The initial cost is high but when broken down into the elements it’s very good value for money. Most importantly we achieved what was our intention- feeling completely relaxed and refreshed. A huge thank you to everyone that contributed to make our experience special.

a month ago · via Google

Christiana Gkini

Nice location. We visited in July during a particularly hot period, and unfortunately the room was unbearably warm. As our room was located directly above the restaurant, we couldn’t keep the windows open to let fresh air in because the cooking smells from the restaurant would fill the room. This made our stay quite uncomfortable, especially considering the price we paid. Another disappointment was the breakfast. We specifically booked a rate that included breakfast, only to discover that most of the main breakfast items, such as eggs, required an additional charge. It felt misleading to advertise breakfast as included when only a limited selection was actually covered, particularly at a hotel in this price range. I also chose this hotel because it is promoted as having one of the best spas in England. In reality, I found the spa quite basic, not particularly clean, and lacking comfortable places to relax around the pool. It did not meet the expectations created by its reputation. Finally, I had mentioned in advance that we were staying to celebrate my birthday. While I wasn’t expecting anything extravagant, it was disappointing that this wasn’t acknowledged in any way. Even a simple birthday card or small gesture would have made the experience feel much more personal, as many hotels do for special occasions. Overall, there are several areas where I believe the guest experience could be improved, especially considering the premium prices charged.

a month ago · via Google

Janine Dierks

Had a lovely spa day at Senspa as an early treat for a friend's 60th. The spa facilities were even nicer than we had hoped. The outside of the spa doesn't do it justice and spa parking could be better sign posted (go further around the back). The spa inside is very nicely setup, thoughtfully decorated with a lovely scent, and relaxing vibe. The hydrotherapy area 😍😍, steam, sauna, ice and various other rooms were lovely and day is almost not long enough to enjoy each thoroughly. The Thai food was amazing and very good portions, worth going for the meal alone. The relaxation room is also great for teas, coffee and their signature herbal tea which was lovely. The waved loungers in the quiet room were super comfy - they could do a trade selling them to customers. We then had a 60 minute scrub and massage by Thai ladies who were great. We'd definitely return, when you consider the price of a 2 course Thai meal, massage and facilities it's a good deal and even better if you go on an off peak day.

3 months ago · via Google

Jade Woodward

Well, what can I say about Carey's manor, other than it is my little sanctuary. Such a beautiful hotel with the most relaxing grounds/gardens. Fabulous, friendly staff. Stunning rooms, luxurious hydro spa at a reasonable price of £39 for 2 hours rain showers with lights and bird sounds, crystal steam room, aromatherapy sauna, tepidarium, relaxation room and also a quite room. Treatments are available at an extra cost. Access to leisure facilities included in your stay, including swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and gym. Just an absolute gem in the heart of the new forest. Close to Lymington, and Lyndhurst. Lots of fabulous places to eat. I've been here twice in 2 weeks and already planning our next stay! Thank you Carey's Manor, for an incredible stay once again.

a month ago · via Google

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Guests mention this hotel offers excellent spa facilities, including hydrotherapy, and delicious food at its on-site restaurants, especially the Thai and French options. They also highlight the attentive and friendly staff, along with comfortable rooms and a beautiful location.

Some reviews mention the decor can be dated.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RH Get directions
Property type
Hotel
Location
Brockenhurst village, central New Forest
Star rating
4 star
Guest score
8.4 / 10 (3,200 reviews)
Prices from
£165 per night
Good for children
No
Destination
New Forest