The hotel is housed in a beautiful Grade II listed building, originally an old coaching inn. The staff at this 46-room, historic hotel take pride in providing a warm and traditional welcome. Further facilities available to guests at the hotel include a reception area, bar, restaurant, Internet access and a car park. The hotel is non-smoking throughout. Location Located near the centre of this bustling market town, this hotel is an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful New Forest and the nearby Hamble and Solent coastlines. The Portsmouth Marine Heritage and Paultons Park are also within easy reach of the establishment. A bus station is some 1.6 km from the hotel and a railway station is approximately 3.2 km away. Furthermore, the hotel is 25 km from Southampton Airport and 71 km from Bournemouth Airport. London Heathrow Airport and London Gatwick Airport are some 122 and 131 km away respectively. Rooms The comfortable en suite bedrooms with a shower/bathtub each include a telephone, TV set, radio, Internet access and tea and coffee making facilities. An iron and ironing board is also provided, as is a daily housekeeping service. Meals The superb restaurant provides a varied selection of dishes, specialising in good, simple English food. The wine list on offer is comprehensive enough for a wine connoisseur. The bar also serves delicious meals, together with traditional ales. Bed and breakfast stays are available to be booked. Payment The hotel accepts American Express, MasterCard and VISA payments. Payments by selected debit cards, including Switch, are also accepted.