A Relaxed New Forest Base for Family Breaks
THE NICI New Forest 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 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 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.
For a limited time, enjoy complimentary room hire when you book one of our private dining spaces. The perfect setting for intimate dinners, milestone moments and special celebrations.🦩
With coastal views, effortless elegance and bespoke food and drink packages, we’ll help you create something unforgettable.
Offer valid until 31st March | Enquire now to plan your event!
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We have limited room availability for the 13th of February. Wake up to the romance of the South Coast right outside your window! ❤️🦩
Stay overnight with up to 35% off, enjoy a romantic four-course Valentine’s dinner and unwind with full spa access.
13th February 2026 | Book now via the link in bio!
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Say “I do” as the clock strikes twelve. 🤍
Celebrate your love with a bespoke New Year’s Eve wedding at THE NICI. Elegant dining, sea views and a glamorous midnight toast come together for one unforgettable celebration. From ceremony to after-party, every detail is designed to see you step into married life as the New Year begins.
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