Overview

The Marwell Hotel is on the outskirts of the globally recognised Marwell Wildlife Park. Guests can look forward to waking up to the sounds of roaring tigers and chattering monkeys, surrounded by the mature wooded grounds that border the park.

The Marwell Hotel is famous among families due to its excellent amenities, friendly customer service, tranquil woodland setting, and proximity to nearby attractions.

Activities

The hotel offers a heated indoor swimming pool in a spacious poolside area overlooking the beautiful woodland surroundings. Guests can also enjoy a large, relaxing sauna and free parking within the hotel grounds. For golf enthusiasts, Marwell’s sister golf centre at East Horton provides two Championship courses, a nine-hole course, and a driving range.

Marwell Hotel is known for being a family-friendly hotel, with specially crafted children’s menus, vast woodland grounds to explore, and nearby attractions such as Marwell Zoo. The hotel offers healthy and appealing children’s menus, DVD players with children’s movies available on request, and family rooms equipped with bunk beds. Children are welcome at the indoor heated swimming pool with no restrictions on timings.

The hotel is conveniently located near various local attractions suitable for children, such as The Adventure Barn, Paultons Theme Park, Peppa Pig World, The Winchester Science Centre, and the Planetarium, plus so much more.

Food

The Dining Room at the Marwell takes pride in crafting all its dishes on-site, using only the highest-quality ingredients sourced from local suppliers. This reflects the hotel’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact.

Before or after dining, guests can relax with their families at The Lounge. It’s the perfect spot for those who want to unwind and maybe treat yourself to a cocktail or cappuccino.

Accommodation

Marwell Hotel has 67 comfortable bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. The hotel offers a range of room types to meet different needs, including family rooms that accommodate up to two adults and two children (under 12).

The hotel’s bedrooms have a Digital Freeview TV, radio, telephone, hospitality tray, and wireless internet access.

Each room at Marwell Hotel has a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms also offer woodland views.

Nearby

Whether you are looking for historical sites, outdoor adventures, or family-friendly fun, Hampshire has something to offer.

Marwell Zoo is a popular attraction near Marwell Hotel, where visitors can enjoy various animal-related activities and events.

Paultons Park, now home to Peppa Pig World, is a highly recommended theme park with plenty of activities and attractions for children that they will love.

The New Forest is a beautiful natural area providing numerous exploration and adventure opportunities. Visitors can ask the chef to prepare a picnic for them to enjoy while exploring the forest.

Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium is an educational attraction that provides an exciting and informative experience suitable for all ages.

With its magnificent Cathedral, the historic city of Winchester offers a vibrant medieval atmosphere with abundant independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, attracting tourists worldwide.

Sea lovers in the family? With all the fun things to do in Southampton, a day out in this lovely port city is ideal.
Older children and adults will enjoy the Sea City Museum, which tells the stories of the people who lived and sailed the waters in the early 1900s, including those who were connected to the ill-fated Titanic.

If you prefer to travel by plane, the Solent Sky Museum is for you. It tells the area’s aviation history and features the Submarine S.6 seaplane and Submarine Spitfire, as well as other vintage aircraft.

The Tudor House and Gardens is also worth a visit. This historic site has over 800 years of history and will transport you back to the 15th century, providing a glimpse into the lives of the people of Southampton at that time. You can enjoy various events throughout the year, including festivals, crafts, and more, suitable for all ages.

For those who want to explore beyond the city centre, an outdoor sports centre just a few miles away offers exciting activities such as laser tag, tenpin bowling, and crazy golf.

Marwell Activity Centre and The Adventure Barn offer adrenaline-fueled activities such as quad biking, zip wires, and paintballing, making them excellent indoor adventure playgrounds suitable for children up to 10 years old.

Jane Austen’s House Museum is a must-visit for all Jane Austen fans. In the 17th-century house, Jane Austen spent the last eight years writing most of her mature work. The museum tells the story of Jane Austen and her family.

Summary

Located just 15 minutes away from Winchester, Southampton, and Eastleigh and only half an hour away from the New Forest, you’ve got the best of all worlds here. Although with the luxurious comforts of the hotel and Marwell Wildlife Park just moments away, you might find all you need is on your doorstep.