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Arundel

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Liphook

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Midhurst

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Alfriston

23 hotels

Petersfield

34 hotels

Rottingdean

19 hotels

Pulborough

30 hotels

Newhaven

23 hotels

Seaford

51 hotels

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The White Horses by Everly Hotels Collection

Hotel in Rottingdean

With a dramatic location on the cliffs and spectacular views out over the sea, the White Horse Hotel is located on the edge of the South Downs, just 5 km from Brighton.

L
Lisa
From
Australia
Loved the beach front location, loved that it was so walkable to local pubs and cafes, loved the big comfy bed. The lady on reception was lovely too, very friendly and helpful. Loved that we could check in early.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,710 reviews
Price from
£134.10
1 night, 2 adults

The Hampshire Hog

Hotel in Clanfield

The Hampshire Hog offers beautiful rooms, delicious local food and Fuller's award-winning ales all just a few miles from Portsmouth.

R
Rene
From
Netherlands
Very clean, cozy, quiet and friendly hotel. Very friendly people. Safe and private parking which was great for our bikes. Nice to have a drink and dinner in the adjacent pub. Loved the atmosphere. Breakfast was really good as well. We recommend this!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,019 reviews
Price from
£116.10
1 night, 2 adults

Drakes Hotel

Hotel in Brighton & Hove

Located on the seafront overlooking the Brighton Pier, Drakes is a 20 bedroom boutique hotel set in a pair of Regency townhouses in the heart of Brighton.

C
Chris
From
United Kingdom
Lovely old building with original sweeping spiral staircase. Lots of original features and the property has been sensitively adapted for guests. Very friendly, helpful staff and the owner was very accommodating and affable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,065 reviews
Price from
£157.50
1 night, 2 adults

The Eight Bells Inn, Bolney

Hotel in Bolney

Situated in Bolney, 18 km from Preston Park, The Eight Bells Inn, Bolney features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

K
Katie
From
United Kingdom
Lovely friendly pub with cosy rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
£101.25
1 night, 2 adults

No.124 by GuestHouse, Brighton

Hotel in Brighton & Hove

In a prime location in Brighton & Hove, No.124 by GuestHouse, Brighton offers air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

P
Paula
From
Spain
Staff were professional and very friendly. Attention to detail was impressive and exceeded our expectations. The room was equipped with everything you could possibly need plus a 24 hour Pantry with complimentary snacks for those late night munchies ;). Would recommend this hotel without hesitation - fabulous!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 524 reviews
Price from
£170.10
1 night, 2 adults

The Crab & Lobster

Hotel in Chichester

Set in Chichester, 8.4 km from Chichester Train Station, The Crab & Lobster offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

E
Elizabeth
From
United Kingdom
We were celebrating Abi s 40 th birthday and the staff were wonderful really made it special
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
£284.63
1 night, 2 adults

Horsted Place Hotel

Hotel in Uckfield

Horsted Place Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Uckfield. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

l
lionello37
From
Hong Kong
Amazing rooms, great breakfasts. Great food in general
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
Price from
£178.50
1 night, 2 adults

House Arundel

Hotel in Arundel

Located in Arundel, 17 km from Goodwood Motor Circuit, House Arundel offers express check-in and check-out and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

J
JAMES HOLMES
From
United Kingdom
Lovely location, friendly welcoming staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
£155.25
1 night, 2 adults

The Ginger Pig

Hotel in Brighton & Hove

Set in Brighton & Hove, The Ginger Pig is 2.1 km from i360 Observation Tower and offers facilities like bar and on-site dining.

A
Ava
From
Spain
The toiletries, the beach bag, the restaurant-excellent food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
£175
1 night, 2 adults

The Old Vine

Hotel in Winchester

Featuring free WiFi, The Old Vine offers accommodation in historic Winchester, 150 metres from Winchester Cathedral. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and award-winning bar.

H
Herman
From
Netherlands
We stayed for just one night but thoroughly enjoyed both our stay and the beautiful city. The experience was very pleasant — the staff were warm and welcoming, everything was clean and comfortable, and the food was absolutely delicious. Stepping outside, we found ourselves right in the heart of stunning Winchester. The cathedral is just across the street, set on a charming square lined with linden trees. A short stay, but truly memorable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews
Price from
£180
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Step into a world of timeless elegance and luxury at Buxted Park Hotel, a magnificent Grade II listed Palladian mansion built in 1722 and set within 312 acres of private parkland in the heart of East...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 961 reviews

This unique 18th-century inn is situated between Winchester Cathedral and the college, tucked away in the quietest corner of the city. The city-centre is a 5-minute walk away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

Rated a 5-star inn by the AA, the 600-year-old Crown Inn combines traditional character with modern room luxuries, including flat-screen TVs and DVD players.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 559 reviews

Conveniently placed on the A272 in the middle of Sussex countryside, this historic 5-star country inn encapsulates a balance between modern sensibility and rustic charm.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

Immerse yourself in the Opulent Embrace of The Square Townhouse, an Exclusive Boutique Hotel that stands as a Beacon of Luxury in the Vibrant Heart of Kemp Town, Brighton.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Set in Binsted, 6.8 km from Frensham Great Pond and Common, Mad Swans in The South Downs offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Located in Hambledon, 10 km from Top Gear Test Track, The Merry Harriers Pub provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Set in Bognor Regis, 1.9 km from Bognor Regis Train Station, Beach Hut Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,780 reviews

Set amid the shops on Alton's main street "Not to be confused with Alton (the home of Alton Towers) in the Midlands" the Swan Hotel is a historical building that dates back to 1377.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 931 reviews

Chalk Farm LDC is situated in Willingdon in Eastbourne, 28 km from Brighton & Hove. The hotel has a sun terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Ideally set in the Brighton City Centre district of Brighton & Hove, 12A Regency Square is situated 200 metres from i360 Observation Tower, 500 metres from The Brighton Centre and 500 metres from...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

Oban Hotel is a 3-star property situated in Eastbourne, facing the beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 8,635 reviews

Set in a Grade 2 listed building, The Burlington Hotel is ideally situated on Eastbourne’s picturesque seafront. Parking is available, and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,664 reviews

With a city centre location on Brighton’s Western Road, the adult-only The Mitre Hotel Brighton offers contemporary en suite rooms with free WiFi, and is situated within minutes of numerous shops and...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,543 reviews

Situated on Marine Parade, The Shore View Hotel boasts far-reaching views of the English Channel and Eastbourne Pier. The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club is 2 miles from the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews

Set on Eastbourne’s seafront, Eastbourne Riviera Hotel overlooks the ocean and the local beach.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,019 reviews

The Hampshire Hog offers beautiful rooms, delicious local food and Fuller's award-winning ales all just a few miles from Portsmouth.

The Old Vine

Hotel in Winchester
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, The Old Vine offers accommodation in historic Winchester, 150 metres from Winchester Cathedral. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and award-winning bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Set in Chichester and within 2.9 km of West Wittering Beach, The Pod - Bracklesham Bay features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8,427 reviews

With its sumptuous Renaissance style, The Grand Brighton has a magnificent location on Brighton’s seafront and is just a 5-minute walk from Brighton Pier.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

The George Inn features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Alfriston.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

Situated in Henfield, 16 km from Preston Park, Tottington Manor Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

Located in Alfriston, 1.9 km from Drusillas Park, Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate has a number of amenities, including a garden, a terrace and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews

Set in the beautiful Sussex countryside with great views throughout, Findon Manor is a country house hotel offering an-award-winning restaurant, a bar, and individually decorated bedrooms.

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From £225 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 711 reviews
Was welcomed warmly for a one night stopover. Our room was above the pub but well insulated from traffic and restaurant noise. Very cosy. Bed was super comfortable. Bathroom was roomy and shower pressure great. Added bonus of checking in, then sitting in the beer garden watching the sunset and hot air balloon in the distance across the fields. Very serene setting. Tasty and lovingly cooked dinner and breakfast served in the restaurant. Would highly recommend.
Guest review byMary-Anne
Australia
From £560 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
I was really tired when I arrived after a long drive, The receptionist on the desk was truly lovely and helped me with my bags to my room. Room was on the second floor and was big and comfortable Lovely view of the lake. I used the pool which was lovely and quiet. The food at breakfast was excellent. Lovely business stay.
Guest review byShea
United Kingdom
From £365 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
One of the best hotel spas we've been to in England! The place is really well maintained, has all the charms of yesteryears but the conveniences of today. I especially enjoyed the pool, wish I could've swam more! The food was also really lovely, haven't seen a delicious breakfast spread like that in ages.
Guest review byMarie_Jizelle
United Kingdom
From £340 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
Beautiful hotel and gardens. Really enjoyed the breakfast and heated swimming pool. Great facilities with a sauna and steam room. Bedrooms were exquisitely decorated and beds very comfortable. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating. An exceptional hotel and well worth a visit.
Guest review byNicole
South Africa
From £107.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
The hotel location was perfect for exploring Arundel. The size of our room was WAY bigger than expected (probably the biggest room I've ever had in Europe!), the staff was very accommodating and helpful. The hotel itself was charming and had a good atmosphere that felt cosy.
Guest review byAlexandra
United States
From £174 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,710 reviews
Loved the beach front location, loved that it was so walkable to local pubs and cafes, loved the big comfy bed. The lady on reception was lovely too, very friendly and helpful. Loved that we could check in early.
Guest review byLisa
Australia
From £199.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Quirky and in a carriage, unique experience. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Parking was good. Mobile signal on O2 and Vodafone working even at 4G! and much much better than reviews suggest.
Guest review byMartyn
United Kingdom
From £230 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews
Very helpful and friendly staff nothing was too much trouble. Great location. Loved the breakfast. Spacious bathroom. Great view over the village church
Guest review byKaye
Australia
From £490 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
The communication with the staff before I even arrived was great! They upgraded my room at no extra cost and I really had the experience of a lifetime!
Guest review byMcKevitt
United States
From £189 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 904 reviews
The location, the atmosphere, the convenience..could not be better. Fabulous stay and would absolutely stay again.
Guest review byCindy
Germany
From £85.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,214 reviews
Great hotel a little way from Arundel which suited us otherwise great hotel for value service and buffet breakfast
Guest review byBernard
France
From £160 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
Lovely traditional b&b. Very helpful with arranging an early breakfast for me as I had to leave early.
Guest review byjonathan
Hong Kong
From £224 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Beautifully renovated - staff were fabulous. Food was fabulous- soufflés on menu are amazing !
Guest review byNancy
Australia
From £98.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,075 reviews
Staff was super friendly, beds are incredibly comfortable and everything was very clean.
Guest review byVic
Belgium
From £162 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews
Comfy and characterful. Such a charming inn with great food and lovely staff.
Guest review bySusan
Australia
From £129 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,240 reviews
Lovely location and property well presented
Guest review byMike
United Kingdom
From £95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 728 reviews
Very comfortable, clean and convenient
Guest review byPeter
South Africa
From £103.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,554 reviews
Clean, tidy and friendly staff
Guest review byDavid
Australia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Arundel is a delightful town. Lots of independant shops.

Arundel is a delightful town. Lots of independant shops. Lovely to explore and is easily walkable with the River Arun running at the bottom of the town. Arundel Castle is wonderful. Well worth a visit, expect to spend 6 hours exploring the Castle and beautiful gardens.
Guest review byMarilyn
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Lewes is a wonderful small town situated within the South...

Lewes is a wonderful small town situated within the South Downs. It is quirky with its own real charm. Conveniently located for both the beautiful countryside and easy access by train to Brighton for its cosmopolitan vibe and beaches. We had wonderful coffee and an amazing view at Taith Coffee and two excellent meals at No 34 Lewes wine bar.
Guest review byDavid
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

It was amazing!

It was amazing! I went with my then girlfriend who is now my fiancée, the staff went above and beyond to make it a special event for both of us, the room was set up for the big question and she loved every second of it, thanks to all involved
Guest review byEthan
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

I know Midhurst very well, it's in the South Downs National...

I know Midhurst very well, it's in the South Downs National Park and there's lovely countryside all round. The City of Chichester is not far with theatres and lovely restaurants.. and great shopping.
Guest review byFarrall
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

The location was great if you are attending Glyndebourne or...

The location was great if you are attending Glyndebourne or just wanting to get away for the city hustle and bustle. Take advantage of walking or taking on the challenge of 7 Sisters. You can use the local bus service to get there. Can also take bus into Lewes for £3.
Guest review bySharon
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Pleasant town centre with lovely market square.

Pleasant town centre with lovely market square. Good range of shops and not many empty ones. Some decent restaurants but could do with a couple more up-market ones. Lovely, quirky, second-hand bookshop.
Guest review byMichael
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Access to the beach is not too difficult for someone whose...

Access to the beach is not too difficult for someone whose joints creak a bit. A long slope with hand rail is helpful. Our sunny but bracing walk along the prom was enlivened by cheerful visitors and dogs . The outdoor cafe afforded shelter from the wind and good coffee. After 2 hours we walked slowly into the village and were charmed by the buildings and quirky shops,the Grange library and art gallery,duck pond and church with Burne Jones windows. We found very clean toilets inside the church too. Thanks for this.We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Rottingdean.
Guest review byTom
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

We visit Pulborough as we have friends to visit there.

We visit Pulborough as we have friends to visit there. We can't give a summary of the town as we are not sight seeing and just drive through. It looks ok, has a Tesco and Sainsburys like every where else. Sorry.
Guest review byMartin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Newhaven itself seems more of a working town than a touristy...

Newhaven itself seems more of a working town than a touristy town, the main focus is the harbour and from what I was told, a lot of people stay there simply for access to the ferry to go to france. But, its a good base for going exploring the area surrounding. You can walk to seaford which is more touristy, near to seaford is the seven sisters cliffs which is a hike to get to, but worth it. Newhaven has some good walks, you can walk along the charles coastal path to peacehaven quite easily, there is a spot between the two that is marked on googhle maps as "giant ammonites" where there are/were fossilized ammonites when the tide is out, but when I looked I either missed them or they have worn away Nearby is the town of lewes which was a nice town, has a castle/museum, abandoned priory ruins for the history buffs, and is nice to walk around. you can stay on the train in lewes to go to brighton if that is your thing, Brighton for me a little too hectic of a place For me personally one thing I liked was that there was a skatepark in newhaven, a skatepark in seaford, a skatepark in lewes, a skatepark in peacehaven, and as someone whose ridden a board for 30 years it was nice to check out some fresh parks. Overall it is a nice place if you want a laid back holiday and dont need a big itenary
Guest review byCraig
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

We went to festival but the location of this property is...

We went to festival but the location of this property is perfect . I would recommend Seaford if you are going to festival at Glynde place or wishing other areas on the coast line too. There is not a huge amount in seaford and not as pretty but this place is great . Recommend a car
Guest review bySusan
United Kingdom

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