• View
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Parking on site

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 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Youth Hostels Association
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
2 futon beds
4 futon beds
1 full bed
and
3 futon beds
1 full bed
and
3 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
5.5
Low score for Lewes
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I go for the location and friendly staff. It is one of the easiest and best ways to take a break from city or town life
  • Michael
    France France
    Excellent value for money. We had a room for ourselves, which was basic but spacy. Breakfast was really great. Very friendly staff. Good location to start into the South Downs.
  • Daan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautiful location, very good value for money, close to train station, quiet, great breakfast, beautiful houses, great walks in the neighborhood

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Courtyard Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American • British • Italian • Pizza
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of YHA South Downs
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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

Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please inform YHA South Downs of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about YHA South Downs

  • YHA South Downs offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Temporary art galleries

  • The prices at YHA South Downs may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • YHA South Downs is 3.1 miles from the center of Lewes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at YHA South Downs can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • YHA South Downs has 1 restaurant:

    • Courtyard Cafe

  • Check-in at YHA South Downs is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.