The hype
Families call it the best hotel in the UK for kids, while couples often find it too chaotic and noisy for a romantic break.
Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire
$600-900+/ nacht
Boek dit als You're a well-heeled parent who wants five-star luxury while your kids run feral in a dedicated water park and pony stable.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- Sharkie's Reef family adventure pool is a legitimate water park, not just a splash pad
- The Equestrian Centre with resident Shetland ponies Milo and Dougal is straight out of a storybook
- Service is incredibly proactive towards children, from welcome gifts to kid-sized robes
Snel Overzicht: It’s less 'quiet country manor' and more 'luxury summer camp for wealthy families'—expect noise, chaos, and very happy children.
Beoordeeld door @bonnierakhit: I felt like I walked onto a movie set here. The suite is massive, and having my morning coffee at that dining table with the sun pouring in was a core memory. If you need a countryside reset that feels properly regal, this is the place.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
The 'Manor' rooms in the main house feel a bit tired with older tech (noisy AC), while the newer wing rooms are fresher.
- You are traveling with children under 12
- You want an active vacation with zip-lining, horse riding, and swimming on-site
- You are bringing a dog (very pet-friendly with beds and treats)
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
9.2
- Housekeeping: Generally impeccable daily service, with thoughtful touches like organizing your toiletries.
- Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling marble, though some grout in the older Manor bathrooms shows age.
- Maintenance: Manor rooms show some wear and tear (scuffs, creaky floors); newer wings are pristine.
- Linens & towels: Thick, fluffy, and plentiful—exactly what you expect from Four Seasons.
- Odors & scents: Fresh signature scent in lobby, but strong chlorine smell near the spa/pool complex.
Sleepability™
7.5STIL
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Hallway noise in the main Manor House
- Noisy air conditioning units in older rooms
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- Valet and self-parking are currently free, a rare perk for a luxury UK hotel
- You need to book the pool and kids' club slots in advance during peak school holidays
- The hotel is dog-friendly but charges a fee of around £35-50 per stay
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Wellington boots (though the hotel has loaners, your own fit better)
- Swimwear for the spa AND the adventure pool (you will get wet)
- Smart-casual dinner wear—it's fancy but not 'tie required' fancy
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Garden Rooms in the East/West wings for the best balance of modern comfort and quiet views
- Mews Rooms for families—rustic-chic style in the converted stable block, often with two double beds
Kamers om te vermijden
- Manor Rooms near the main staircase or lobby if you are sensitive to noise and foot traffic
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I'd love a Garden Room in one of the newer wings (East or West) facing the fields for maximum quiet, avoiding the main Manor House corridors.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is breakfast included?
Usually not. The 'Manor Breakfast' buffet costs around £42 per adult, and a la carte items like porridge are £17.
Is the pool adults-only?
There is an adults-only pool in the spa, but it connects to the family pool, so noise can bleed through. Sharkie's Reef is kids-only.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, it's very dog-friendly. They even have a 'pet concierge' service and 500 acres for walks.
How far is it from London?
About an hour drive from central London or 45 minutes from Heathrow.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, but in the older Manor rooms, it can be a bit noisy and clunky.
What is the service charge?
A discretionary 5% service charge is added to your room rate. You can ask to remove it.
Tips van Insiders
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Walk to the 'Highwire Adventure' course even if you don't do it—it's a hidden forest gem.
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Request a room in the 'Mews' if you want easy access to the spa and pool without walking through the main lobby.
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The hotel has its own canal boat—you can book a private picnic cruise along the Basingstoke Canal.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The 5% 'discretionary' service charge added to your room bill (not just food).
💡The 'chlorine fog' that sometimes drifts from the family pool into the spa reception.
💡Milo and Dougal, the resident Shetland ponies who are basically local celebrities.
💡The fact that you can shoot clay pigeons right on the estate grounds.
💡The 'Manor' rooms feel significantly older and 'creakier' than the refurbished Garden/Mews wings.
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