In the heart of New Forest National Park, The Duke on The Test offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy a warm welcome with in-room WiFi, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or explore nature at your doorstep.
Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Mayflower Theatre - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
University of Southampton - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
WestQuay Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Southampton Cruise Terminal - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 21 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 40 min drive
Romsey Mottisfont and Dunbridge Station - 6 min drive
Totton Station - 11 min drive
Romsey Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Subway - 17 min walk
La Parisienne - 3 min drive
The Old House at Home - 3 min drive
Domino's Pizza - 3 min drive
Reeve the Baker - 3 min drive
About this property
The Duke on The Test
The Duke on The Test puts you within a 10-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1500
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Outdoor furniture
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Tile flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Property Registration Number 13904774
Also known as
The Duke on The Test Romsey
The Duke on The Test Bed & breakfast
The Duke on The Test Bed & breakfast Romsey
Frequently asked questions
Does The Duke on The Test offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Duke on The Test does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Duke on The Test?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Duke on The Test?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Duke on The Test?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Duke on The Test?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino (15-min drive) and Genting Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Duke on The Test and nearby?
The Duke on The Test has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Duke on The Test?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Duke on The Test like?
The Duke on The Test is located by the river, a short 2-minute walk from River Test.
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The Duke on The Test Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The restaurant served excellent meals and the staff provided attentive and friendly service. (5 reviews)
Breakfast options were good with a lot of choice and tasty options available. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Excellent
Great food, rooms and location.
mark
mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Wonderful place to visit
A lovely place to visit - be it for lunch or dinner or an overnighter. Very friendly and effivient staff who were attentive without being overly so. A fine menu with an array of dishes experly cooked. My room was sldi clean comfortable and well organised.
Nige
Nige, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2025
Brilliant place to stay and eat
We were very impressed with The Duke on the Test. The food was excellent and the accommodation was also excellent. Can’t fault it will definitely stay again and recommend it to our friends
Quick check in. Very friendly staff. Comfortable well appointed room.
Excellent evening meal and breakfast.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
A very enjoyable stay made perfect by the excellent staff
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2024
Great food, lovely bedroom a pleasure
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
You won’t be disappointed
Always excellent. Safe off road parking.
Staff and quality of the place is amazing
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Lovely rooms with comfortable beds. Good location easy to get to Southampton, Winchester or Portsmouth
Nic
Nic, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
Excellent Pre Cruise Stay
Excellent pre cruise stay, will use again.
Anita
Anita, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
Wonderful stay enjoyed everything about the Duke on the Test
Clint
Clint, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Really enjoyed this hotel/ pub the room was very smart clean and well maintained. The restaurant was excellent did not have venture to Romsey
And breakfast completed a great booking
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Well located for Romsey and surrounding area. Clean and comfortable room which also had a patio area which was nice. Large restaurant area with indoor and outdoor options though a shame it didn't open a little later on Sunday.
Alun
Alun, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Five star pub restaurant with rooms
We were looking for a base to tour Hampshire. The Duke was superb. This is the perfect pub, restaurant with rooms. The food was amazing, rooms high quality, all tied together by wonderful service delivered by a brilliant team.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2023
Excellent find, gorgeous rooms and fabulous food.
Clare
Clare, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2023
Friendly staff and lovely food.
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Five star pub restaurant with rooms
We were looking for a base to tour Hampshire. The Duke fitted the bill. This is the perfect pub, restaurant with rooms. The pub is superb, the food was amazing, rooms high quality, all tied together by wonderful service delivered by a brilliant team.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 17, 2025
How not to treat a guest
I have enjoyed six visits to the Duke on the Test - four for meals and two for stays of several days. The staff have aways been friendly and helpful, the rooms have been excellent and the food awesome. So why have I given one star for service? Just before checking out today, a staff person whom I believe is the manager came in early to service the room. Her first words were "it is very hot in here" and proceeded to criticise me several times for having the radiators, asking me to turn them off then proceeded to turn off the one in the bathroom. We are senior citizens and feel the cold. I pointed out that the heat had only come on at 7:15am. She insisted the heat was on 24 hours. I corrected her and said the radiators in the bathroom and room had come on each day at 7:15am. The day time temperature the day before had been 15 degrees and the room was cold when I had taken my shower each morning. In 50 years of staying in many hotels internationally, I have never felt so humiliated as I felt this morning. Until that moment I would have given to hotel a 5 star for everything. Until I receive an apology I cannot recommend the hotel and will not be visiting again.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2024
We weren’t made aware before our stay that the kitchen closes at 4.30 on Sundays and only charcuterie boards are available. It was ok for us but don’t know what vegetarian guests do!
Everything else was good about our stay. Comfy clean quiet accommodation and tasty breakfast options.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2024
Overall, generally very good and comfortable stay but the bedroom was a little on the warm side (even with the window open) and the wifi never really worked. Staff were friendly and helpful. Evening food was very good and the staff were very attentive to whether or not guests had any allergies. Breakfast was also good and well cooked but quite limited in there being no self-service continental option - you had to order this as your breakfast option from the menu. All in all, an enjoyable stay in a good location. Would recommend to anyone looking for accommodation in the area.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Good find
Great quiet location. Beautifully designed rooms comfortable king size bed which was great. Lots of parking. Liked the fan in the room incase we were hot too. Good free WiFi. Good choice of breakfast options too.
Nic
Nic, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2023
Great Hotel and accomodation
Great hotel. Everything was 5 star. We couldn’t fault it. Would definitely stay again.
Susanne G
Susanne G, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Staying at the The Duke on the Test
The Duke on the Test was a lucky find and we were so pleased with it. Pleasing to the eye if you stay overnight you have your own parking bay. The staff were very pleasant and helpful.we were very warmly greeted. Our room was very comfortable and clean.nice and quiet . Beautifully decorated. Breakfast was very nice lots of choice. We would definitely recommend and we would definitely return again.
DENISE
DENISE, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
A really well presented property with a welcoming pub / dining area. Evening meal was excellent. Spacious room with quality fixtures and very comfy King bed and also had French doors opening onto small patio area.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Beautifully renovated pub, with near new hotel accommodation added. All done very tastefully & with excellent attention to detail. Mostly, all the staff were fantastic! Special mention to Penny, who always made sure our dog was also enjoying the experience! It truly is dog friendly too, although we really liked the fact that the rooms were spilt between non dog and dog specific. The location is superb too - walking distance into Romsey, partly along the Test River. First time visiting, but will return. Totally recommended!