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 $21 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.3

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Hostel YHA South Downs

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

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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

I have never stayed in a YHA before. This was a great location. Basic but with every practical thing covered. We arrived late but we were greeted very politely and were quickly booked in but a lovely member of staff. The cafe - and particularly the coffee - is great - indoor and outdoor seating areas. five mins walk from Soutease station and a lovely hour long walk along the river in quaint Lewes.

Murph, United Kingdom

good parking. small sink in room, kitchen good, picnic benches with a nice view

Ruth, United Kingdom

Location - the train drops you in what looks like the middle of nowhere but a 2min walk takes you to the YHA. The trainline connects very quickly to Brighton and easily then to London and beyond. This is a beautiful place with no distractions and the perfect countryside getaway very close to the city. I was working in Lewes but my partner walked extensively around the area - he had an especially lovely day walking to New Haven which is possible from the YHA. Room - we stayed in a double bedroom in The Granary - the bathroom was down some steep stairs, but close to the room. The kitchen and bathroom were both spotlessly clean, we made breakfast and dinner for ourselves every day but you could buy breakfast and meals in the lounge. It was incredibly hot that weekend but a fan was provided in the room without us even having to ask for one.

Claire, United Kingdom

Our bedroom in the Granary was a lovely spacious room and very comfortable. The breakfast was good and a nice choice of food.

Romaine, United Kingdom

Staff staying on to check me in as I arrived late (also phoning to see where I was - Glyndebourne opera ran a bit late). Pleasant self-catering facilities for breakfast in lovely old farmhouse, beautifully converted, and YHA magazines etc to browse. Information panels outside with all the history etc.

Christine, United Kingdom

We stayed in a little pod cabin in what YHA quaintly called pod village! The pod was super basic just twin beds, linen, lamp, fan and heater but was super cute and cosy! The pod was warm, the beds were comfortable and the location was beautiful, surrounded by lovely countryside :) The toilet and shower room etc are in separate building but were clean, easy to access and a 10 second walk from pod village! The staff were welcoming and friendly and responded to our request to check in early with haste and kindly accommodated. We paid just £39 for the night so was great value for money :) We will definitely be back!

Louise, United Kingdom

Great breakfast, very clean, lovely staff. You can keep yourself to yourself, but you can also meet a really fascinating range of people.

John, United Kingdom

It’s quirky and reminiscent of school trips but without the awful children !!

Andrew, United Kingdom

8.8

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What guests loved the most:
“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
“I have never stayed in a YHA before. This was a great location. Basic but with every practical thing covered.”

Murph United Kingdom
“good parking. small sink in room, kitchen good, picnic benches with a nice view”

Ruth United Kingdom
“Location - the train drops you in what looks like the middle of nowhere but a 2min walk takes you to the YHA. The trainline connects very quickly to Brighton and easily then to London and beyond.”

Claire United Kingdom
“Our bedroom in the Granary was a lovely spacious room and very comfortable. The breakfast was good and a nice choice of food.”

Romaine United Kingdom
“Staff staying on to check me in as I arrived late (also phoning to see where I was - Glyndebourne opera ran a bit late).”

Christine United Kingdom
“We stayed in a little pod cabin in what YHA quaintly called pod village! The pod was super basic just twin beds, linen, lamp, fan and heater but was super cute and cosy!”

Louise United Kingdom
“Great breakfast, very clean, lovely staff. You can keep yourself to yourself, but you can also meet a really fascinating range of people.”

John United Kingdom
“It’s quirky and reminiscent of school trips but without the awful children !!”

Andrew 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 8.4 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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	Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
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	Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking A single bed in a male-only dorm room with access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking A private Twin Room with access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking A private Double Room with access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Triple Room 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This room features a private bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Toilet • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 2 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This private quadruple room features shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content Free parking This private quadruple room features a private private bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Toilet • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This private dormitory-style room features a private private bathroom. Upon request a trundle bed can be added to this room, accommodating up to 6 guests. Room Facilities: • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
× 6	Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Shared Bathroom 6 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking A dormitory room with 6 beds and access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Pod Cabin (3 Adults & 1 Child) 2 twin beds and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This dry and spacious cabin includes beds, bed linen, heating, lighting, along with a window and insulated walls. Pod guests have full access to the hostel' facilities. Room Facilities: • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Pod Cabin 2 futon beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This dry and spacious cabin includes beds, bed linen, heating, lighting, along with a window and insulated walls. Pod guests have full access to the hostel' facilities. Room Facilities: • Heating • Carpeted • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Premium Bell Tent 4 futon beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Room Facilities: • View • Linens Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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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
Brighton Marina
6.1 miles
Brighton General Hospital
6.4 miles
Kemptown
6.6 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

“The historic building, warm dormitory room, pet friendly, lovely kitchen, views over The Downs, close to railway station, hot showers.”

Jutka

Hungary

9.1

“Just next to the train station. ”

Amber

United Kingdom

9.5

“Good food and cheap wine in the cafe, good breakfast. Nice outlook, good location for walking, clean and comfortable. ”

Martin

United Kingdom

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1 Restaurant On Site

Courtyard Cafe

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House Rules YHA South Downs takes special requests – add in the next step!

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 are welcome

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

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.

“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

“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

“I have never stayed in a YHA before. This was a great location. Basic but with every practical thing covered. We arrived late but we were greeted very politely and were quickly booked in but a lovely member of staff. The cafe - and particularly the coffee - is great - indoor and outdoor seating areas. five mins walk from Soutease station and a lovely hour long walk along the river in quaint Lewes.”

Murph

“Location - the train drops you in what looks like the middle of nowhere but a 2min walk takes you to the YHA. The trainline connects very quickly to Brighton and easily then to London and beyond. This is a beautiful place with no distractions and the perfect countryside getaway very close to the city. I was working in Lewes but my partner walked extensively around the area - he had an especially lovely day walking to New Haven which is possible from the YHA. Room - we stayed in a double bedroom in The Granary - the bathroom was down some steep stairs, but close to the room. The kitchen and bathroom were both spotlessly clean, we made breakfast and dinner for ourselves every day but you could buy breakfast and meals in the lounge. It was incredibly hot that weekend but a fan was provided in the room without us even having to ask for one.”

Claire

“Staff staying on to check me in as I arrived late (also phoning to see where I was - Glyndebourne opera ran a bit late). Pleasant self-catering facilities for breakfast in lovely old farmhouse, beautifully converted, and YHA magazines etc to browse. Information panels outside with all the history etc.”

Christine

“We stayed in a little pod cabin in what YHA quaintly called pod village! The pod was super basic just twin beds, linen, lamp, fan and heater but was super cute and cosy! The pod was warm, the beds were comfortable and the location was beautiful, surrounded by lovely countryside :) The toilet and shower room etc are in separate building but were clean, easy to access and a 10 second walk from pod village! The staff were welcoming and friendly and responded to our request to check in early with haste and kindly accommodated. We paid just £39 for the night so was great value for money :) We will definitely be back! ”

Louise

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Reviewed: July 16, 2019

Murph
United Kingdom
10

“Relaxing, comfortable, practical, beautifully located with great staff.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
One side looks out onto the beautiful South Downs but the road behind is very busy - however, every room is supplied with earplugs if you want to block out the noise :-)
I have never stayed in a YHA before. This was a great location. Basic but with every practical thing covered. We arrived late but we were greeted very politely and were quickly booked in but a lovely member of staff. The cafe - and particularly the coffee - is great - indoor and outdoor seating areas. five mins walk from Soutease station and a lovely hour long walk along the river in quaint Lewes.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 15, 2019

Ruth
United Kingdom
5.4

“noisy, and cramped accomodation in a good location in terms of holiday. Free and plentiful parking”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
squashed in small 6 bed room, hot, showers were cold, noisy from road noise
bedside light, good kitchen

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 15, 2019

Ruth
United Kingdom
5.4

“hot, airless, noisy from road,”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
very noisy. very hot....air conditioning didn't work but made a noise?, green safety light on ceiling on all night, NO BEDSIDE LIGHT so couldn't read in bed. This was a 2 bed room.
good parking. small sink in room, kitchen good, picnic benches with a nice view

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 15, 2019

Claire
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Very easily connected to the city by public transport but feels remote. Spotless, idyllic and lovely”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
As there is not much mobile phone reception, WiFi would have been useful. Apparently this was available in the reception common room, but would have been more useful if in The Granary building. However, my partner had no trouble picking up a 4G signal (he is on O2). There are a couple of door hooks but it would have been useful to have a small wardrobe or hanger for clothes (this may have been a problem if we had wet coats).
Location - the train drops you in what looks like the middle of nowhere but a 2min walk takes you to the YHA. The trainline connects very quickly to Brighton and easily then to London and beyond. This is a beautiful place with no distractions and the perfect countryside getaway very close to the city. I was working in Lewes but my partner walked extensively around the area - he had an especially lovely day walking to New Haven which is possible from the YHA. Room - we stayed in a double bedroom in The Granary - the bathroom was down some steep stairs, but close to the room. The kitchen and bathroom were both spotlessly clean, we made breakfast and dinner for ourselves every day but you could buy breakfast and meals in the lounge. It was incredibly hot that weekend but a fan was provided in the room without us even having to ask for one.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 15, 2019

Rebecca
United Kingdom
8.3

“Great value”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Needed a lamp in the room
Beds comfy

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 14, 2019

Rebecca
United Kingdom
8.3

“Ideal location if getting ferry to or from France.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our room only had skylight & was bit stuffy. You could open it but road noise. Was fine for overnight stay after ferry.
Friendly staff and good location.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 13, 2019

Elizabeth
United Kingdom
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Unfortunately the bathroom and room were dirty. Bathroom had mould around edges of bath which looked like it hadn't been cleaned properly for months.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 13, 2019

Romaine
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The Granary unit only had one bathroom with shower/bath, washbasin and toilet all in together. Providing a separate toilet would have been good, likewise a washbasin in our room also. We took dinner in the evening but there was little choice and we were only offered cake as a choice of sweet. More healthy meals would be welcome, especially in the light of obesity and diabetes becoming a national health problem.
Our bedroom in the Granary was a lovely spacious room and very comfortable. The breakfast was good and a nice choice of food.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 11, 2019

Christine
United Kingdom
9.6

“A great place to stay after attending Glyndebourne.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I arrived in the dark and couldn't see the turning in time, with cars very close behind me, had to drive for miles before I could turn round. It was a hot night - I can't think how other people in the very hot dorm could sleep under their quilts, I was very glad I'd brought my own light sheet lining and slept just in that. I notice the modern all-metal bunk beds have tiny shelves and no hooks to hang your odds and ends on (only the hooks on the wall nearby for towels etc.).
Staff staying on to check me in as I arrived late (also phoning to see where I was - Glyndebourne opera ran a bit late). Pleasant self-catering facilities for breakfast in lovely old farmhouse, beautifully converted, and YHA magazines etc to browse. Information panels outside with all the history etc.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 8, 2019

Louise
United Kingdom
Age group: 25 – 34
8.8

“Stay in pod village :)”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Pod Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
We stayed in a little pod cabin in what YHA quaintly called pod village! The pod was super basic just twin beds, linen, lamp, fan and heater but was super cute and cosy! The pod was warm, the beds were comfortable and the location was beautiful, surrounded by lovely countryside :) The toilet and shower room etc are in separate building but were clean, easy to access and a 10 second walk from pod village! The staff were welcoming and friendly and responded to our request to check in early with haste and kindly accommodated. We paid just £39 for the night so was great value for money :) We will definitely be back!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 8, 2019

John
United Kingdom
9.6

“Excellent.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing.
Great breakfast, very clean, lovely staff. You can keep yourself to yourself, but you can also meet a really fascinating range of people.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 8, 2019

Lizzie
United Kingdom
9.2

“lovely location and good facilities, couldn't sleep very well due to noise”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
rooms need better soundproofing Can hear everything!
Location

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 2, 2019

Mike
United Kingdom
6.7

“Ideal for the South Downs Way.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Pod Cabin (3 Adults & 1 Child)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No wash or toilet facilities in the pod. A towel, for the bathroom, would have been nice.
The pod was private and I slept well.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: July 1, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.2

“Great that an organisation called "Youth" hostel is full of the over 50's age group. A lovely stay!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Pod Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
Check in at 5 pm is a bit late.
The location is perfect if you want to walk the south downs way and sleep over after Glyndebourne which is just a 10-minute drive away. Excellent value for money in an expensive area. Staff were great, very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 1, 2019

Andrew
United Kingdom
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Couldn’t get an O2 data signal.
It’s quirky and reminiscent of school trips but without the awful children !!

Stayed in July 2019

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