Name: YHA South Downs
Address: Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, East Sussex, , Lewes, BN8 6JS, United Kingdom, Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, East Sussex, East Sussex, BN8 6JS, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $17 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hostel YHA South Downs

Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, East Sussex, , Lewes, BN8 6JS, United Kingdom –

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Very accessible location. We stayed two night while walking the trail. We buses & trained back from Alfriston. The food, accommodations & staff were great! Lots of comfortable common areas

Sarah

Canada

We cooked some of our own meals and had some in the cafe. The food was great and the staff were fantastic.

United Kingdom

I am a big fan of YHA generally, but this was the friendliest hostel I've stayed in and possibly the most efficient. A four-minute walk from the Southease train stop, it's a perfect location for exploring the South Downs on foot or bicycle. I arrived after 8pm, but the restaurant was still open--and the sandwich served was fresh, tasty and filling. Wine and beer were on hand as well. The dorms were as clean and well-equipped as most YHA Dorms, but I like the fact that they are in converted barns--it seems environmentally sound. The vegetarian breakfast was big, filling and served so fast I had no problem getting my train in the morning.

Paula

United Kingdom

Reception was lovely. Bed comfy with a nice duvet. Room was clean. Liked the indoor/outdoor setup of the place. Big common area. Kitchen looked good but didn't get to use it for short stay.

Rachel

United States of America

Really helpful and friendly staff, lovely looking hostel in great location for walking on the Downs, and gorgeous food (only had breakfast, but menu looked lovely)

Johanna

United Kingdom

Warm cosy pods. Good to be in nature. Cafe open till late even though it was sunday. Kitchen facilities were good and warm longe area to sit in.

Clare

United Kingdom

The food was great and very good value for money. I had a light bite in the evening sitting outside looking at hills. Very relaxing. The staff were also very helpful and friendly.

Claire

United Kingdom

Location was excellent for an early ferry from Newhaven.

Siobhan

United Kingdom

Easy to find, right near the station in a beautiful location. Staff member that checked me in was very friendly and showed me around. Quiet and peaceful with a decent breakfast

Sarah

United Kingdom

The place was quaint and full of character. People are friendly.

United Kingdom

8.9

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What guests loved the most:
“Very accessible location. We stayed two night while walking the trail. We buses & trained back from Alfriston. The food, accommodations & staff were great! Lots of comfortable common areas”

Sarah Canada
“We cooked some of our own meals and had some in the cafe. The food was great and the staff were fantastic.”

E United Kingdom
“I am a big fan of YHA generally, but this was the friendliest hostel I've stayed in and possibly the most efficient.”

Paula United Kingdom
“Reception was lovely. Bed comfy with a nice duvet. Room was clean. Liked the indoor/outdoor setup of the place. Big common area.”

Rachel United States of America
“Really helpful and friendly staff, lovely looking hostel in great location for walking on the Downs, and gorgeous food (only had breakfast, but menu looked lovely)”

Johanna United Kingdom
“Warm cosy pods. Good to be in nature. Cafe open till late even though it was sunday. Kitchen facilities were good and warm longe area to sit in.”

Clare United Kingdom
“The food was great and very good value for money. I had a light bite in the evening sitting outside looking at hills. Very relaxing. The staff were also very helpful and friendly.”

Claire United Kingdom
“Location was excellent for an early ferry from Newhaven.”

Siobhan United Kingdom
“Easy to find, right near the station in a beautiful location. Staff member that checked me in was very friendly and showed me around. Quiet and peaceful with a decent breakfast”

Sarah United Kingdom
“The place was quaint and full of character. People are friendly.”

Ma United Kingdom

A refurbished Sussex farmhouse, a 5-minute walk from Southease Railway Station, YHA South Downs is set in extensive grounds and has an on-site restaurant and colorful, modern bedrooms.

Luggage storage and a laundry service are available to guests. Packed lunches can be made on request.

Most of the rooms at YHA South Downs share bathroom facilities. Some are private and some feature an private bathroom.

Surrounded by the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, this YHA is only a 25-minute drive from Brighton. Just 8 minutes away on the train is Lewes, County Town of Sussex with a Norman castle and cobbled streets.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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YHA South Downs has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 8, 2013
Hotel chain/brand: Youth Hostels Association

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.

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Area Info

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Closest Landmarks *

Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
3 miles
East Sussex County Council
3.1 miles
Glyndebourne Opera House
3.4 miles
AMEX Stadium
5.5 miles
University of Sussex
5.7 miles
Drusillas Park
5.7 miles
East Brighton Golf Club
5.8 miles
Stanmer Park
5.9 miles
Brighton Marina
6.1 miles
Brighton General Hospital
6.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Sainsbury's Supermarket
3 miles
Tesco Supermarket
3.5 miles
Lewes Market
3.5 miles

Natural Beauty *

River Ouse River
0.5 miles
Newhaven Ocean/Sea
4 miles
Seaford Ocean/Sea
5 miles
Brighton Ocean/Sea
10 miles

Closest Airports *

London Gatwick Airport
24.2 miles
London City Airport
46.4 miles
London Heathrow Airport
49 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Warm cosy pods. Good to be in nature. Cafe open till late even though it was sunday. Kitchen facilities were good and warm longe area to sit in. ”

Clare

United Kingdom

“Excellent views, beautiful location, very friendly helpful staff ”

Laura

United Kingdom

“Slept like a log! Kitchen very well equipped. So clean everywhere. Views were beautiful. Very handy being near train station.”

Akilah

Greece

8.7

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1 Restaurant On Site

Courtyard Cafe

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Check-in

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

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This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 16 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

YHA South Downs accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

YHA cannot accept bookings for 16 people or more. Any such bookings will be canceled by YHA.
The maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive nights. Following any stay of 14 nights, guests may not stay in any YHA accommodations for at least seven nights.
The ID must match the name and address on the booking. Where a booking is for more than one person, the named person on the booking will need to provide proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. ID will also be requested from all other adult guests. These IDs must match the name they sign in with at check in.
Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hosteling International as part of this booking.
Towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can hire them at the property or bring their own.
Please contact YHA directly for more information about accessible facilities.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“Very accessible location. We stayed two night while walking the trail. We buses & trained back from Alfriston. The food, accommodations & staff were great! Lots of comfortable common areas ”

“I am a big fan of YHA generally, but this was the friendliest hostel I've stayed in and possibly the most efficient. A four-minute walk from the Southease train stop, it's a perfect location for exploring the South Downs on foot or bicycle. I arrived after 8pm, but the restaurant was still open--and the sandwich served was fresh, tasty and filling. Wine and beer were on hand as well. The dorms were as clean and well-equipped as most YHA Dorms, but I like the fact that they are in converted barns--it seems environmentally sound. The vegetarian breakfast was big, filling and served so fast I had no problem getting my train in the morning.”

“Reception was lovely. Bed comfy with a nice duvet. Room was clean. Liked the indoor/outdoor setup of the place. Big common area. Kitchen looked good but didn't get to use it for short stay.”

“The food was great and very good value for money. I had a light bite in the evening sitting outside looking at hills. Very relaxing. The staff were also very helpful and friendly.”

“Easy to find, right near the station in a beautiful location. Staff member that checked me in was very friendly and showed me around. Quiet and peaceful with a decent breakfast”

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Reviewed: October 18, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel has a pool filled by a natural warm spring water about 20 degrees. The local shops at Matlock Bath, the Mills and Cromford can provide an array of shopping experiences. There is also some walking in the area. I fully recommend a swim, a thorough warm by the fire and hot soup. The food at the hotel is very good and a cup of coffee about £2 very reasonable.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Richard
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
low power light in room
staff really nice

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Dolly
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was great.
It’s location near the ferry port.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2019

Johanna
United Kingdom
10

“Gorgeous hostel in amazing location. All the staff are lovely too!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Really helpful and friendly staff, lovely looking hostel in great location for walking on the Downs, and gorgeous food (only had breakfast, but menu looked lovely)

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 5, 2019

Emma
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything. Perfect stopover for SDW.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: September 30, 2019

Clare
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Warm cosy pods. Good to be in nature. Cafe open till late even though it was sunday. Kitchen facilities were good and warm longe area to sit in.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 29, 2019

Susan
United Kingdom
3.8

“Uncomfortable night watching woodlice crawl around the pod, spoilt our stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Pod was infested with woodlice that eventually dropped on to the beds by morning. I don't mean just a few, there were hundreds, full size and baby ones..
Location and facilities were fine

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 25, 2019

Claire
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“This was my first visit to the South Downs and I will definitely be back to explore.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
The only problem was the noise. The hostel is right next to the A26 and there is a constant sound of traffic. Ear plugs were supplied but this made little difference. You do feel like you are in a bed next to the road. The building is old so there is no double glazing which to be honest would spoil the look of the windows.
The food was great and very good value for money. I had a light bite in the evening sitting outside looking at hills. Very relaxing. The staff were also very helpful and friendly.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 24, 2019

Sarah
Canada
9.2

“YHA South Downs ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The wifi was down during our stay which made it challenging to make plans and arrangements.
Very accessible location. We stayed two night while walking the trail. We buses & trained back from Alfriston. The food, accommodations & staff were great! Lots of comfortable common areas

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 20, 2019

Siobhan
United Kingdom
8.3

“Great value, convenient for Dieppe ferry”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Inevitably, there's quite a lot of road noise.
Location was excellent for an early ferry from Newhaven.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 18, 2019

Martin
United Kingdom
9.2

“Usual lovely people”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Proximity of busy road to room

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Anna
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
Staff excellent.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 15, 2019

E
United Kingdom
10

“Great place to stay to pop into Brighton, the train is just a five minute walk away.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We cooked some of our own meals and had some in the cafe. The food was great and the staff were fantastic.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 4, 2019

Sarah
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.8

“Simple accommodation but perfect for my”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wasn't clear in the dorm which beds were occupied/free and which bedding had been laundered. On arrival most beds looked slept in but only 2 out of 6 were occupied. Dirty glasses and socks remainded on the window sill for then duration of my stay. A little noise from the main road but mostly other guests checking in late.
Easy to find, right near the station in a beautiful location. Staff member that checked me in was very friendly and showed me around. Quiet and peaceful with a decent breakfast

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 1, 2019

Ma
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
WiFi was weak.
The place was quaint and full of character. People are friendly.

Stayed in August 2019

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