The New Place appears to be a lovely old manor, but when you check into your room, you'll quickly realize you are in more like an army barracks or servants' quarters. The rooms were nice decorated at some point, but now feel like a worn-out IKEA display -- dirty, wobbly or not working. The walls between the rooms are super-thin... More

Our fourth stay at New Place. Receptionist , despite being very busy and with all rooms full, was able to relocate us - I had inadvertently booked a twin and, as well, on inspection the beds were too soft for us. We have generally found reception staff here to be very helpful and she was no exception - done with... More

I stayed here for four nights as part of a residential course. The room was reasonably clean and comfortable, if a little tired. The staff were all friendly and helpful and the food was excellent. The hotel sits in large grounds which are very pretty and the main building which houses the restaurant etc. is stunning. I would say this... More

This is one of a number of De Vere Venues that have taken an attractive historic building as its centrepiece, with accommodation provided in more modern blocks behind. Here's my review, in my new 7B's format (!): * Bed - comfy but the 2 single beds pushed together were not sufficiently linked to avoid that ridge feeling between them. *... More

Not at all what we expected! Staff were polite and the house wa beautiful. However the actual accommodation was not what we expected. We were expecting a high standard of luxury accommodation but in reality it was like an 'upmarket' butlins! Our room was dusty and it was clear it had not been cleaned properly, there was also a musky... More

I stayed here for a night in December 2011 whilst attending a wedding. The room was very tired but fairly comfortable. The grounds and old building are lovely but generally really needs some investment and TLC. De Vere really could do with spending a few quid on the place More

A Christmas present from our daughter and son-in-law, see us staying two nights at the DeVere Venue hotel at New Place, Shirrell Heath, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2JH. A good blend of traditional charm and modern comfort set in 32 acres of parkland. We stayed in the mews located a short walk from the manor house, with access to a great... More

We stayed here the night before viewing the property as a potential venue for a wedding. The car park needs better signage. You need to have an umberella in case it rains. The journey from the car to reception, to your room, and to the main building, is all open to the elements. The rooms are more than adequate, but... More

As expected for price, but obvious a busy and well used site. Selected to stay here as it was a competitive rate in a good location for a nearby meeting. Paid £45 for a night, which seemed reasonable for the accommodation advertised. First impressions, so many cars! Obviously used for meetings and conferences, all the spaces round the site were... More