Cottage Lodge - In the Victorian village of Brockenhurst, nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park, this charming 17th century residence now offers 5-star guest accommodation. Cottage Lodge is a friendly, family-run property offering 12 clean, comfortable hotel-style bedrooms. All of the rooms have en suite facilities with a bath or a shower. The standard rooms are the equivalent of a 2-star hotel room and the superior rooms are the equivalent of 3-star hotel accommodation. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, TVs and hairdryers. Irons are available on request. Parts of the building date back to 1650 and still feature beautiful period features, such as original wooden beams. The lodge's rich history mean it has a wealth of character and original charm. Taller guests will have to duck in places! Every room is individual and unique. Some are modern, while others have a traditional feel. The Snug Bar and the breakfast room still boasts original timbers. A delicious full English breakfast is available from 08:15 to 10:00 and features locally sourced produce. The village of Brockenhurst has 3 pubs, 7 restaurants, a train station, a petrol station and various shops. The lodge is just 4 minutes' walk from open forest, but if you prefer to explore on horseback or by bike, horse riding and bicycle hire are available in the village. Cottage Lodge is a quirky, family run guest house that was awarded Most Sustainable Tourism Business in England 2008 and was a finalist in the Best Bed and Breakfast in South East awards.

The White Star Tavern - In the heart of Southampton, the recently refurbished White Star Tavern offers 4-star luxury guest accommodation, free Wi-Fi, a lounge, a sun deck and an AA-award-winning bar and restaurant. Located on Southampton's cosmopolitan Oxford Street, in the city's historic maritime district, the White Star Tavern has been completely renovated and returned to its former use as a hotel. There are now 13 en suite rooms, all individually designed and named after the ships of the White Star Line and the original J-Class America's Cup boats. The stylish and comfortable rooms feature king-size beds with soft Egyptian linen, stunning bathrooms with oversized showers, mini bars stocked with your favourite products and personal safes large enough for your laptop. Rooms come equipped with the latest technology, including free broadband Wi-Fi and 19-inch flat-screen TVs with Freeview digital channels. The White Star has received an AA Rosette for the outstanding preparation of its food and the good quality of the ingredients it uses.

Ashby's Gastropub and Boutique Hotel - Close to the seafront in the heart of Southsea, this recently refurbished boutique hotel offers beautiful rooms with modern comforts such as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Ashby's rooms feature full hospitality trays and complimentary toiletries. The chic restaurant and dining room offer freshly prepared dishes made using produce sourced from local suppliers. Lunchtime and evening special deals are available all year, and a traditional English breakfast is available in the morning. Ashbys is close to all that Portsmouth and Southsea have to offer, including Portsmouth's historic dockyard, Gunwharf Quays shopping centre and Fratton Park football stadium. Good access to public transport means that any part of the city is within easy reach.

Ship and Bell - This charming 17th-century English pub/inn and restaurant offers a warm welcome to everyone, as well as varied home-cooked cuisine, fine wines and Fuller's award-winning ales. With 14 stylish, refurbished bedrooms, the inn offers modern-day comfort with a period ambience and features. Close to Portsmouth, Chichester and many places of interest, the Ship & Bell is ideal for both business and pleasure.

The Retreat Guest House - A Grade II listed building in the heart of Southsea's conservation area, this Victorian house has been extensively modernised and now offers contemporary comforts whilst retaining its original character. Carefully restored and sensitively refurbished, this beautiful original Victorian building now houses 4 spacious en suite rooms, each of which is individually designed in a unique boutique style. Every stylish and attractive room features great modern comforts and facilities, including LCD flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries. A generous full cooked English breakfast is included in the price and is complemented by fresh cafeti?re coffee and speciality teas. The Retreat Guest House offers the best of all worlds: beautiful period character and charm, alongside contemporary comforts and amenities. The guest house also has a superb location, tucked away in a quiet street in the heart of Southsea, close to all that the area has to offer.

Coach and Horses - This village pub, The Coach & Horses, dates back to 1762. Located in the village of Sutton Scotney, it has easy access to the M3 and the South. The letting rooms are created from the old thatched fire station and named after famous makes of fire engines: Dennis, Bedford and Commer. The rooms reflect the pub's traditional character, and a continental breakfast is included in the rate.

St. Margaret's Lodge - Just metres from Southsea's seafront promenade and historic boating lake, this delightful detached Edwardian property was originally built in 1907 and today offers free Wi-Fi and en suite rooms. St. Margaret's Lodge has a relaxing and peaceful location, less than 5 minutes' walk from Southsea's beautiful seafront and Canoe Lake. Regular bus services run all around the city from the stops at Canoe Lake. The property is spacious and extremely well maintained, with a large hall with comfortable easy chairs and an open fire. The attractive breakfast room overlooks the very pretty garden at the rear of the guest house. A traditional English breakfast is served every day and lighter options are also available. The en suite rooms are centrally heated and have comfortable, colour coordinated individual furnishings. Each room has a TV, a clock radio alarm, a hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Every room comes with complimentary spring water and high-quality toiletries.

Banister Guest House - This family-run guest house has a prime location in a residential area, walking distance from local restaurants, bars and shops, and convenient for the station, hospitals, theatres, common, universities and airport. The lovely, recently refurbished guest house is run by the proprietors, Alain and Sue Ridley, whose aim is to give you a warm welcome and provide a friendly atmosphere to make your stay memorable. Banister House is a non-smoking hotel. Please note the hotel does not have a 24-hour reception. Check in must be by 21:00. If later than that, it is by request.

Moortown Lodge - Ideally located just south of the historic market town of Ringwood in the New Forest, this luxurious boutique B&B is just minutes away from the open forest and water meadows of the River Avon. Originally a Georgian Hunting Lodge, Moortown Lodge retains many of its original features, yet is fully modernised for your comfort. The high standard of this charming property is reflected in the awards it has received, including the AA's 4-Star "Highly Commended" star rating, which is only awarded to the top 10% of the AA's graded properties. The lodge is also recommended by The Michelin Guide. An ideal stopover for business people as well as an excellent base for leisure visitors, the lodge is located within easy reach of the natural beauty of the New Forest and Hampshire and Dorset's varied coastline.

The Hampshire Hog - The Hampshire Hog offers 5-star rooms, delicious local food and Fuller's award-winning ales all just a few miles from Portsmouth. The Hampshire Hog (formerly the Hog's Lodge) has recently re-opened following an impressive facelift and the addition of stylish bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a children's play area, a large car park and delightful outside seating with wonderful views over the South Downs.