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Stylish new hotel offers sophistication by the sea

Visitors to the south coast can check into a stylish new hotel with nautical history this summer as one of Gosport’s oldest inns re-opens its doors on 1 July following a total refurbishment.

The Old Lodge Hotel and Restaurant in Alverstoke now features a completely new look including a 55-seat restaurant and 11 en-suite character bedrooms.

As the former home of RE Froude, pioneering hydrodynamicist, The Old Lodge offers a new seaside retreat with strong historical links.

“It’s a real privilege to see this historical building take on a new lease of life in the form of a hotel,” said Hotel manager Alistair Taylor. “The Lodge offers the best of both worlds. It boasts the charm, intimacy and originality of an independently-run inn with the service and standards of a established and well-reputed hotel.”

Press and selected guests are invited to the hotel’s grand opening when Dr Martin Renilson, Deputy Technical Director QinetiQ’s Haslar-based Sea Division, will declare The Old Lodge open for business. He will christen the hotel with a phial of water taken from the very first testing tank used by Froude at the QinetiQ Haslar Marine Technology Park. Traditionally, similar phials are presented to all new hydrodynamic facilities throughout the world.

The white-washed Victorian building located on The Avenue, features a restaurant called ‘Froudes’ and is an ideal venue for romantic weekend breaks by the sea, small weddings receptions, business meetings and functions.

“In terms of accommodation, this area often lacks choice for visitors,” said Alistair. “There are either family-run B&Bs or branded chain hotels but very little in-between. We believe The Lodge offers an affordable yet exclusive option and with a well-run and more personal touch.”

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