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The Bosun's Chair

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for The Bosun's Chair

A bar area with multiple beer taps, a cash register, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A bedroom with a bed, a chandelier, a fireplace, and patterned wallpaper.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, covered by a canopy, and surrounded by greenery.
A traditional pub with a sign reading "Bosun's Chair" and "WADWORTH" on the facade.
A bar area with wooden counter and hanging lights, tables and chairs, and a TV displaying sports.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

Explore the area

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Station St, Lymington, England, SO41 3BA
  • Place, Lymington Sea Water Baths
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lymington Pier Ferry Port
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a coat rack, and a fireplace.

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a bench, a fan, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

Premium Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room

A bedroom with a wooden wall panel, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

Comfort Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chandelier, a fireplace, and patterned wallpaper.

Luxury Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a window, a fan, and a dresser.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a hanging light fixture, and a fireplace with sunflowers.

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lymington

At The Bosun's Chair you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of New Forest National Park and Lymington Sea Water Baths. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Plus you'll find wedding services, luggage storage and a television in a common area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Lymington B&B, you'll be 29.5 km (18.3 mi) from Southampton Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • JW Day Spa and Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lymington Sea Water Baths - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New Forest National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 6 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Lymington Town Station - 1 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪East End Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fisherman's Rest - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chequers Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Bosun's Chair

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Bosun's Chair also features a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a television in common area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Bosun's Chair was completed in January 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lymington bed & breakfast.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bosun's Chair offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Bosun's Chair Lymington
The Bosun's Chair Bed & breakfast
The Bosun's Chair Bed & breakfast Lymington

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bosun's Chair?

The Bosun's Chair offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bosun's Chair?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bosun's Chair on 29 Nov 2026 start from NZ$238, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Bosun's Chair?

Yep, The Bosun's Chair has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Bosun's Chair?

The closest beach to The Bosun's Chair is Avon Beach (14.3 km).

What makes The Bosun's Chair a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Bosun's Chair.

Does The Bosun's Chair serve breakfast?

You bet, English brekkie is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bosun's Chair?

No, The Bosun's Chair does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bosun's Chair?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bosun's Chair?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Bosun's Chair?

Dogs are welcome at The Bosun's Chair, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Bosun's Chair Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, helpful staff, good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay here. Lovely service from the staff and a large, beautiful room and large bathroom. Close to the town and ample car parking. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near to restaurants bars and waterfront good parking area an pub garden
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet rooms with a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room we were allocated was exceptional. Staff helpful and friendly. Glad we found the Bosuns Chair as only 3 minutes drive to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms in small hotel with pub. Really pleasant staff. Great breakfast. Parking and close to centre of Lymington and ferry terminal for isle of wight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, huge bathroom and spotlessly clean. Fantastic night away
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bosun's Chair is so handy for Lymington Town Railway Station, being literally just over the road. It is also very close to the town centre and the quay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was quiet, comfortable and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here, the staff are friendly and helpful and the rooms are lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose Bosun’s Chair as my husband was doing a sailing day in Lymington & we wanted to be able to take our dog. The pub was excellent very dog friendly and the staff were lovely. The room was very spacious & clean. We would definitely recommend it to family & friends & go back for another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are extremely helpful and welcoming. Food was excellent and our room was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and breakfast staff very attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly team. A lovely room and a great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location Clean very comfortable bed and linen towels lovely staff and a fabulous breakfast Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really good room . Quirky decoration and comfortable bed. It was a very hot weekend and we had a fan already in the room . Most welcome. Lovely breakfast lots of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly, great breakfast, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel and room was exceptionally clean the young ladies that were serving were all smiles and very helpful. Breakfast was excellent too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms and tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely rooms and excellent breakfast. Superb location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tasteful well equipped rooms. Fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room good size and comfortable bed. Great menu for breakfast with excellent speedy service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025