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A Relaxed New Forest Base for Family Breaks
THE NICI New Forest in Lymington is designed to make family time feel easy, comfortable and genuinely enjoyable. Set between forest and coast, the hotel offers space to slow down together, with thoughtful experiences for children and grown-ups alike. Whether you’re here for a short break or a longer escape, everything is in place for a stay that feels relaxed, well-balanced and effortlessly enjoyable.
Family Rooms
Room to Relax Together
Our family rooms are designed with comfort and calm in mind, offering space to unwind after busy days exploring the New Forest, Lymington or enjoying time by the pool. Flexible layouts make it easy for families to settle in, with room for everyone to relax, recharge and enjoy time together. It’s a welcoming base that feels considered rather than crowded, ideal for both short stays and longer breaks.
Pebbles Kids Club
A Place Just for Them
Pebbles Kids Club offers a relaxed and welcoming space where younger guests can play, create and enjoy time of their own. Complimentary activities are designed to be engaging without being overwhelming, encouraging creativity, curiosity and confidence in a safe, friendly environment. It’s a place children love returning to, giving parents space to unwind knowing they’re well looked after.
Family Friendly Entertainment
From Pool Time to Movie Nights
Entertainment at THE NICI New Forest is designed to suit every pace and every season. Families can enjoy time together in the swimming pools, with dedicated moments set aside for younger guests, or settle in for a private cinema experience that turns an evening into something special. Whether it’s active fun or a slower-paced moment, everything is close at hand and easy to enjoy.
SEE & DO
Easy Adventures, Just Beyond the Door
The hotel’s location makes it an ideal starting point for family adventures across the New Forest, the town of Lymington and along the coast. From outdoor exploration to nearby attractions and seasonal activities, there’s always something to discover together. Our See & Do section brings together a curated selection of experiences, making it easy to plan days out that suit all ages.
Family Dining
Food Everyone Looks Forward To
Dining at THE NICI New Forest is relaxed, welcoming and designed to work for families without compromise. Menus offer plenty of choice for younger guests alongside food that adults genuinely look forward to, all served in spaces that feel social, comfortable and unhurried. It’s dining that fits naturally into the rhythm of a family stay, from easy breakfasts to laid-back evenings.
Little Touches That Make a Difference
It’s the Little Things
It’s often the smallest details that shape a great family stay. Our concierge team is on hand to help plan days out, suggest age-appropriate activities and curate experiences that suit your family’s pace. Thoughtfully designed family room options make settling in easy, while dedicated kids’ menus ensure younger guests are just as well catered for at mealtimes. Together, these considered touches create a stay that feels smooth, relaxed and quietly well looked after.
FAQs
THE NICI New Forest is ideally located for family-friendly days out, with easy access to the New Forest National Park, the coast, and nearby attractions. From outdoor exploration and wildlife spotting to beaches, boat trips and local towns, there’s a wide range of activities suitable for children of all ages just moments from the hotel.
Children of all ages are welcome at THE NICI New Forest. The hotel is designed to accommodate families travelling with babies, toddlers, children and teenagers, with facilities and experiences that can be tailored to suit different age groups.
Cots are available on request at no extra cost. Baby changing facilities are also available within the hotel, helping make travelling with younger guests as easy and comfortable as possible.
Yes, all of our dining venues are child friendly. Families are welcome throughout the hotel, and children are catered for with dedicated kids’ menus alongside options that adults will enjoy too.
There are no additional charges for children staying at THE NICI New Forest. For added comfort and space, we do recommend booking a family room where possible.
Yes. THE NICI New Forest offers a dedicated Kids Club with complimentary activities, as well as family-friendly entertainment including swimming pools, cinema experiences and easy access to outdoor adventures nearby.
Absolutely. The hotel is well suited to family breaks throughout the year, including weekends, longer stays and school holidays. With space to relax, on-site entertainment and plenty to explore nearby, it offers a balanced and enjoyable setting for family time.
Our concierge team is happy to help curate family-friendly experiences, suggest suitable days out and assist with planning activities both on and off property, tailored to your family’s interests and the length of your stay.
This just in: your dream stay, now up to 35% off! 🗞️🛎️
Wake up to breakfast in bed and sea views, wander down for a spa treatment (with 30% off per guest), then sink into the evening with dinner at @southbeach.restaurant . 🌟
There’s no better time to slow down and escape to the seaside. With our Fall for THE NICI, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast offer, enjoy up to 35% off stays when you book your autumn getaway Sunday to Thursday, with rates starting from £219.
So, get cosy, stay a little longer, and make this autumn one to remember.
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Your half term seaside escape awaits… 🦩🍂
Swap the school run for sea views this October Half Term and escape to THE NICI for the ultimate family getaway. With 30% off stays right now, there’s a treat for both grown-ups and little ones.
Settle into one of our spacious Family Rooms or Family Annexe Rooms, while the kids dive into fun in the games room, unwind in the cinema or play at Coconuts Kids Club, as you soak up the views and sip a cocktail by the coast.
With indoor and outdoor pools, kids’ menus at South Beach and Old Harry Rocks, and crisp coastal walks right on your doorstep, every moment’s designed for fun and relaxation.
Book now and save 30% on your stay. 🌟
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Fridays are for lobster, sea views, and a glass (or two) of something chilled. 🦞
Lobster Fridays have returned at South Beach. Indulge in our Lobster Arancini, Lobster Linguine, and Surf & Turf with tender fillet steak and sweet lobster meat. Dishes from £14, served alongside our full à la carte menu.
The perfect setting for a Friday date night, a catch-up by the coast, or a pre-weekend treat.
Settle in for sunset views, book your table now, your weekend starts here. 🦩🌟
Free parking for South Beach guests, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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A moment captured between our beautiful bride and groom. 💍 🌟
Let your dream coastal wedding come to life with ocean views, luscious garden terraces, and sleek, elegant interiors. From intimate celebrations to grand soirees, this is where your love story gets its stage. Ready to make it yours?
Enquire today, and let us help you bring your vision to life. 💌
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