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Good, Quality & Charming Small Hotels and Inns in Southern England

Set out below are good, quality and charming small hotels & inns in Southern England including Woodlands Lodge and Sanctum on the Green.

Woodlands Lodge

Woodlands Lodge, Bartley Road, Southampton, Hampshire

Bartley Road, Woodlands, New Forest, Southampton

The New Forest’s Woodlands Lodge is the sort of place you’d head for if you wanted to a hotel that felt part of the landscape. Light seems to flood into the airy beamed bedrooms from all angles and when you sit with a glass of something refreshing... more

Sanctum on the Green

Sanctum on the Green, The Old Cricket Common, Cookham Dean, Berkshire

The Old Cricket Common, Cookham Dean

Located in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, Sanctum on the Green is a hotel, restaurant, bar and gallery that provides the perfect escape for all to enjoy. Situated in the picturesque village of Cookham Dean, the glamorous country retreat... more

The Inn for All Seasons

The Inn for All Seasons, The Barringtons, Burford, Oxfordshire

The Barringtons, Burford

The Inn for All Seasons is an unspoilt former C16th coaching inn, just off the A40, three miles west of Burford – Gateway to the Cotswolds. Overlooking rolling countryside, it continues to enhance its reputation for good food in a relaxed,... more

The Kings Head

The Kings Head, Main Road, Winchester, Hampshire

Main Road, Hursley, Winchester

Set between Winchester and Romsey in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, The Kings Head in Hursley offers 4 Star accommodation, exceptional home cooked food served all day, 5 real ales and an extensive wine list. This traditional Georgian coaching... more

Burford Lodge

Burford Lodge, Oxford Road, Burford, Oxfordshire

Oxford Road, Burford

Burford Lodge offers traditional comfort and service, fine cuisine, and a charming attention to detail. Completely remodelled, refurbished and modernised to meet current needs, Burford Lodge is the town’s first ‘historic’ hotel for the third... more

The White Hart Hotel

The White Hart Hotel, 26 High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

26 High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames

The White Hart Hotel has provided a warm welcome to travellers for around 400 years. As well as being an ideal place to stay for Oxford visitors, Dorchester only 8 miles south of Oxford also has many places and walks of interest. No two bedrooms or... more

The Bath Arms

The Bath Arms, The Longleat Estate, Warminster, Wiltshire

The Longleat Estate, Horningsham, Warminster

The Bath Arms is a stylish and quirky boutique hotel, set in the quintessential village of Horningsham. Conveniently located on the Wiltshire/Somerset border within easy reach of Bath, Salisbury and Stonehenge, Warminster, Wincanton and Frome.... more

The George Hotel

The George Hotel, High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames

The George Hotel is a striking, idyllic 15th Century coaching inn set in the heart of Oxfordshire. The Hotel combines the beauty of an historic building, complete with oak beams and inglenook fireplaces, with all the advantages of a modern hotel. The... more

Old Swan & Minster Mill

Old Swan & Minster Mill, Old Minster, Witney, Oxfordshire

Old Minster, Minster Lovell, Witney

The Old Swan, a romantic 600 year old inn, and adjoining Minster Mill, are set within 65 acres of surrounding gardens and wild flower water meadows on the River Windrush in the Cotswolds. Located a short drive from Oxford, between the picturesque and... more

Redcoats Farmhouse Hotel

Redcoats Farmhouse Hotel, Redcoats Green, Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Redcoats Green, Hitchin

Redcoats Farmhouse Hotel is a privately owned residence dating back to 1450. Boasting a reputation as one of the foremost hotels and restaurants in Hertfordshire. Set in 4 acres of gardens with unspoiled views over the countryside, whether staying at... more

The Trout at Tadpole Bridge

The Trout at Tadpole Bridge, Buckland Marsh, Faringdon, Oxfordshire

Buckland Marsh, Faringdon

The Trout at Tadpole Bridge has a delightful, peaceful setting on the banks of the River Thames, just 20 mins from the centre of Oxford. This historic inn is a real gem in an oasis of calm. There are riverside walks and six private moorings along... more

Cartwright Hotel

Cartwright Hotel, 1/5 Croughton Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire

1/5 Croughton Road, Aynho, Banbury

The recently refurbished Cartwright Hotel is just 5 miles from Banbury and ideally placed for attractions such as Silverstone Racing Circuit, Blenheim Palace and the Bicester Designer Shopping Village to name but a few. The twenty one individually... more

Fernhill Hotel

Fernhill Hotel, Charmouth, Bridport, Dorset

Charmouth, near Lyme Regis, Bridport

Fernhill Hotel was built in the 1850's and sits in a charming woodland location yet still within sight of the sea. An area full of interesting coastal walks, fossil-hunting beaches, historic buildings, and a wealth of activities to suit all, young... more

The Kings Arms

The Kings Arms, 19 Market Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

19 Market Street, Woodstock, Oxford

Oh, the weekend getaway puts a spring in the most leaden of steps and we challenge you to think of a reason why not to spend yours in the historic old town of Woodstock, home to the mighty Bleinham Palace and, just five minutes away, the casual,... more

The Pear Tree Inn

The Pear Tree Inn, Top Lane, Melksham, Wiltshire

Top Lane, Whitley, Melksham

The Pear Tree Inn is located south of the Cotswolds and north of the Mendips in the thriving town of Whitley. An ideal spot for exploring Lacock Abbey, Avebury, Silbury Hill and the beautiful city of Bath. The eight bedrooms are designed in a cool... more

The Crab at Chieveley

The Crab at Chieveley, Wantage Road (B4494), Newbury, Berkshire

Wantage Road (B4494), Chieveley, Newbury

The Crab at Chieveley is a boutique hotel with an award-winning seafood restaurant. Head Chef Jamie Hodson ensures that only the freshest of fish and seafood is prepared every day, sourced from the country's native shores in Devon. Beautiful guest... more

The Lamb Inn

The Lamb Inn, Hindon, Wiltshire

Hindon

Any pub hotel with its own whisky list and cigar list is going to be a serious contender in term of hospitality and the 12th century Lamb Inn at Hindon in Wiltshire is no exception. The clue to the theme of the hotel is here too – rooms are decorated... more

The Manor House Hotel

The Manor House Hotel, Studland Bay, Swanage, Dorset

Studland Bay, Swanage

The Manor House Hotel situated on Studland Bay, Dorset is one of the most beautiful places in England. With glorious views and stunning beaches, this relaxing hotel boasts good food and attentive but informal service. The twenty one stylish bedrooms... more

The Kings Head Inn

The Kings Head Inn, The Green, Bledington, Oxfordshire

The Green, Bledington

The Kings Head Inn, a former 16th century cider house, is a privately owned pub in the idylically pretty village of Bledington. A cozy, stylish place you'll find everything you want in a country gastropub - chunky wooden tables, lopsided floors,... more

The Grange at Oborne

The Grange at Oborne, Oborne, Sherborne, Dorset

Oborne, Sherborne

The Grange Hotel is a glorious country house built 200 years ago of stone from the Purbeck Hills. It is situated within its own beautiful formal gardens, and lies just one mile from the historic town of Sherborne. You'll find a warm and welcoming... more

The Wellington

The Wellington, 1 High Street, Welwyn, Hertfordshire

1 High Street, Welwyn

The Wellington has recently added six unique bedrooms, each providing all the luxuries of contemporary living, from crisp bed linen to monsoon showers and free standing baths. An ideal retreat for business or leisure guests. The Wellington is... more

Stanton Manor Hotel

Stanton Manor Hotel, Stanton Saint Quintin, Chippenham, Wiltshire

Stanton Saint Quintin, Chippenham

Stanton Manor is a country house hotel located in the picturesque Wiltshire village of Stanton Saint Quintin, surrounded by the stunning Cotswolds countryside. Modern facilities and comforts combine easily and unobtrusively with those of the past,... more

The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel, 41 Charnham Street, Hungerford, Berkshire

41 Charnham Street, Hungerford

The Bear Hotel is one of England’s oldest coaching inns and has been the focus of hospitality since 1464 in the quintessentially English market town of Hungerford, in the Royal County of Berkshire. We are situated in the Heart of the North Wessex... more

The Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant

The Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant, 181/185 Lymington Road, Christchurch, Dorset

181/185 Lymington Road, Bourne Valley Road, Christchurch

The Lord Bute Hotel was built back in 1770 as the home for the eponymous aristocrat, who had just finished his short-lived term of office as prime minister between 1762 and 1763. It stands grandly between the wonderful Highcliffe Castle (built by... more

The Clarence

The Clarence, Clarence Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Clarence Road, Southsea, Portsmouth

Just a few hundred yards from the seafront, the boutique Clarence Hotel is Portsmouth and Southsea's finest award winning small luxury hotel. Only five minutes drive from the world famous attractions of the Historic Dockyard, Gunwharf Quays and... more

Red Lion Freehouse & Troutbeck Guest House

Red Lion Freehouse & Troutbeck Guest House, East Chisenbury, Pewsey, Wiltshire

East Chisenbury, Pewsey

Michelin star holders Guy and Brittany Manning began their small but perfectly formed empire with the Red Lion in East Chisenbury, Wiltshire, and have now branched out into rooms with the opening of the Troutbeck Guesthouse across the road. Sitting... more

The Master Builder's House Hotel

The Master Builder's House Hotel, Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu, Hampshire

Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu

With beautiful views over the Beaulieu River and set at the end of the grassy street that is Bucklers Hard village, it is difficult to imagine a more picturesque setting for a hotel on the whole south coast of England. Whats more, The Master Builders... more

The Bull Inn

The Bull Inn, Coach Road, Wimborne, Dorset

Coach Road, Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne

Pack your Barbour jacket and Hunter wellington boots and make for The Bull Inn in Dorset. Set in the sleepy and historic village of Wimborne St Giles, whose streets groan with beautiful old buildings, the Bull Inn is a contemporary rural spot that... more

The Pheasant Inn

The Pheasant Inn, Ermin Street, Hungerford, Berkshire

Ermin Street, Shefford Woodlands, Hungerford

The Pheasant Inn completed its rooms in 2008. The 11 purpose built en suite hotel bedrooms offer a new facility at the Pheasant. All rooms are doubles with flat screen multi channel television, coffee/tea making facility and wireless internet... more

East End Arms

East End Arms, Lymington Road, Lymington, Hampshire

Lymington Road, Lymington

Even if you aren’t a fan of Dire Straits (whose guitarist John Illsley is the owner), the East End Arms in Lymington is a must-stop-at spot should you find yourself in the New Forest near Lymington. This place is a wonderful example of a proper... more

The Winning Post

The Winning Post, Winkfield Street, Windsor, Berkshire

Winkfield Street, Winkfield, Windsor

The Winning Post is located in the picturesque village of Maidens Green, Winkfield, in the heart of Berkshire. Though rurally located it is easily accessible from the M3 and M4, and is well positioned for the towns of Windsor, Ascot and Bracknell.... more

The Cloud Hotel

The Cloud Hotel, Meerut Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire

Meerut Road, Brockenhurst

The Cloud Hotel is located on the fringe of the village of Brockenhurst and has undergone significant improvements and refurbishments over the last three decades. All eighteen bedrooms are individually furnished to a high standard, the majority of... more

The Mill at Gordleton

The Mill at Gordleton, Silver Street, Lymington, Hampshire

Silver Street, Hordle, Lymington

The Mill at Gordleton is a small unpretentious hotel, with an informal, friendly atmosphere which is not to say that you shouldn't expect a top notch service and comfort. A five minute drive from the beautiful New Forest (and a couple of miles from... more

The Royal Oak Yattendon

The Royal Oak Yattendon, The Square, Yattendon, Berkshire

The Square, Yattendon

Since the 16th century, The Royal Oak has been known for its warm welcome and friendly hospitality. Enjoy a pleasant 15-minute drive through the Berkshire countryside to the unspoilt village of Yattendon and the inn on the tranquil square. Enjoy a... more

Langrish House

Langrish House, Langrish, Petersfield, Hampshire

Langrish, Petersfield

Langrish House is family owned and operated with excellent facilities for conferences, all types of parties, banqueting and weddings. The thirteen bedrooms are luxurious, well appointed and individually decorated. Every room enjoys beautiful views... more

The Beckford Arms

The Beckford Arms, Fonthill Gifford, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Fonthill Gifford, Tisbury, Salisbury

The Beckford Arms nestles on the edge of the Fonthill Estate in south Wiltshire. A stylish yet traditional country inn just 20 mins from Stonehenge or Salisbury. The eight bedrooms are individually decorated and beautifully furnished to offer every... more

The Three Horseshoes

The Three Horseshoes, Horseshoe Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Horseshoe Road, Bennett End, Nr Radnage, High Wycombe

Deep among the rolling fields and leafy lanes of the Chiltern Hills lies the Three Horseshoes, an 18th Century red-brick traditional pub hailed for its fine food and comfortable beds where you can lay your head at night. Go through the latch door,... more

The King John Inn

The King John Inn, Tollard Royal, Wiltshire

Tollard Royal

The King John Inn has been extensively but sympathetically refurbished to offer a modern country-style interior whilst retaining many period features. Located in the idyllic village of Tollard Royal on the Wiltshire/Dorset border. The eight bedrooms... more

Carnarvon Arms

Carnarvon Arms, Winchester Road, Burghclere, Berkshire

Winchester Road, Whitway, Burghclere

Built in the 1800s as a coaching inn providing stop offs for travellers to nearby Highclere Castle, home to present Lord and Lady Carnarvon, this Grade II listed building is conveniently located just a few miles from Newbury Town Centre. You will... more

The Methuen Arms

The Methuen Arms, 2 High Street, Corsham, Wiltshire

2 High Street, Corsham

The Methuen Arms is located just 8 miles from the Roman city of of Bath. This Georgian house has been beautifully restored, retaining its traditional charm but with up-to-date facilities. Guest bedrooms are individually furnished in restful tones,... more

At the Sign of the Angel

At the Sign of the Angel, Church Street, Lacock, Wiltshire

Church Street, Lacock

The Sign of the Angel hotel is a 15th century wool merchants house in the village of Lacock on the southern edge of the Cotswolds. The whole village is now owned by the National Trust, there are no television aerials, no yellow lines and no overhead... more

The Shaven Crown Hotel

The Shaven Crown Hotel, High Street, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire

High Street, Shipton-under-Wychwood

You are assured of a warm welcome at the Shaven Crown hotel. This medieval hostelry dates back more than 700 years and is one of the ten oldest inns in the country. Set opposite the church and village green in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold... more

The Elephant Hotel

The Elephant Hotel, Church Road, Reading, Berkshire

Church Road, Pangbourne, Reading

The Elephant Hotel, set in the bustling village of Pangbourne, beside the River Thames, minutes from the vibrant city of Reading, offers a return to the opulence of the Empire. Beautiful handcrafted Indian furniture, rich oriental rugs, delicate... more

Hotel TerraVina

Hotel TerraVina, 174 Woodlands Road, Southampton, Hampshire

174 Woodlands Road, Woodlands, Netley Marsh, Southampton

At TerraVina you know you’re in good hands. Husband and wife team, Gerard and Nina Basset (the former co-founded the Hotel du Vin Group), have created a stylish hotel in the New Forest not far from Southampton, that’s more than just a place to rest... more

Cornfields Restaurant & Hotel

Cornfields Restaurant & Hotel, Wilden Road, Colmworth, Bedfordshire

Wilden Road, Colmworth

Cornfields Restaurant & Hotel dates back to the 17th century and still retains its original oak beams and Inglenook fireplace with bread oven. Choose from five bedrooms, each individually and stylishly furnished. All have views out over the open... more

The Deddington Arms

The Deddington Arms, Horsefair, Banbury, Oxfordshire

Horsefair, Deddington, Banbury

The Deddington Arms Hotel overlooks the beautiful market-square of Deddington, a medieval village lying between Oxford and Banbury at the gateway to the Cotswolds. There are twenty seven individually designed bedrooms including four-poster beds (one... more

Burford House

Burford House, 99 High Street, Burford, Oxfordshire

99 High Street, Burford

Burford House hotel is an eight bedroomed town house and a 17th century landmark on the famous high street in historic and picturesque Burford, one of the Cotswolds loveliest towns. Inside the atmosphere and ambience have a special quality, offering... more

The Eastbury Hotel

The Eastbury Hotel, Long Street, Sherborne, Dorset

Long Street, Sherborne

The Eastbury Hotel is a fine example of an early Georgian residence. Typical of the period, it has graceful, light and spacious rooms which offer home-from-home comforts throughout. Located in the heart of historic Sherborne, you can relax in the... more

The Three Lions

The Three Lions, Stuckton, Fordingbridge, Hampshire

Stuckton, Fordingbridge

The Three Lions hotel is situated in the New Forest National Park and is a place in which to relax with good food and fine wines; to come and go as you please, without the formality of a hotel. All the luxurious double bedrooms are en-suite,... more

La Fleur de Lys

La Fleur de Lys, Bleke Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset

Bleke Street, Shaftesbury

La Fleur de Lys Hotel and Restaurant is situated in the centre of Shaftesbury and exudes a warm, inviting atmosphere with the emphasis on freshness, quality, service & attention to detail. The seven en-suite double bedrooms are all individually... more

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