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The Dorset

3.5 star property
Lewes inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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When you stay at The Dorset, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and American Express Stadium. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, University of Sussex and Brighton Marina are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Small)

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Medium) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Medium)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Large)

Double Room (Large) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Large)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Malling Street, Lewes, England, BN7 2RD

What's nearby

  • Southover Grange Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lewes Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • American Express Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • University of Sussex - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive
  • Lewes Cooksbridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Brighton Falmer Station - 7 min drive
  • Lewes Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Trading Post Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Gardeners Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Dorset

When you stay at The Dorset, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and American Express Stadium. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, University of Sussex and Brighton Marina are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 4.50 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1670
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 4.50 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Dorset Inn Lewes
Dorset Lewes
The Dorset Inn
The Dorset Lewes
The Dorset Inn Lewes

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dorset offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Dorset does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Dorset?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Dorset?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 4.50 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dorset?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Dorset and nearby?

The Dorset has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Dorset?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Dorset like?

The Dorset is a short 11-minute walk from Lewes Castle and 12 minutes' walk from Barbican House Museum.

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The Dorset Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Pub
Location
Bed
Shower
Value
Bar
Food

What guests liked

  • The property offers good value dining options, including a pub with good value food and a free continental breakfast buffet. (3 reviews)
  • The location near a large car park is ideal, making it perfect for parking and exploring the surrounding area. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Simple accommodations.
Rick, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I would go again. Great for budget stay for Glyndebourne.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Adequate

Friendly place. Adequate room but even for the price a bit tatty.
David, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location and clean. Breakfast is basic. Very much rooms above a pub, noise from punters downstairs and morning deliveries.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

G

So friendly, helpful and accommodating. Good value for money.
catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Location

Good location in Lewes, we was unable to hear the pub noise from the room. Check in was quick and straight forward
Dean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for short stay
KARL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location, right near town but nice and quiet, convenient to everything.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Lovely hotel in the heart of town, we have stayed here twice and will be back. Very warm and welcoming staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and satisfying continental breakfast to start the day
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

ideally situated in the town , close to the south downs , great bar , good clean rooms ,
Rob, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here several times

It was nice and warm this stay, the heating went off a bit early on the last day though. I keep asking for a late check out but never get confirmation.
A, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cosy stay

Convenient. Clean. Comfortable
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for our needs

The Dorset is perfect for our needs, a central location, plenty to see and do and handy if, like us, you are seeing a performance at Glyndebourne. Staff are friendly, rooms clean and the bar serves good beers!
Alan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value in Lewes

One night stay while hiking the South Downs Way. Hotel is well located to the centre of town. Nice ales and a fine dinner. Adequate continental breakfast included. Very pleasant staff.
MICHAEL, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Reception staff member was extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are a bit dated. The shower had some mold. Within walking distance to many shops and dining options. Fairly priced.
Kara, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic but did the job. Friendly staff. Very basic breakfast.
Alex, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Tired needs some updating especially bathroom

Visiting friends
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lady in charge was very kind and helpful. The room was very good. Parking was a problem. The church opposite looks very good. Lewes is really interesting.
Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was clean and comfortable but basic for the price paid. Ceiling rose was hanging off and some bulbs didnt work. Staff friendly and helpful. Bar area could do with update.
Lesley, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The hotel is conveniently located for a stop off if Hiking the South Downs Way, unfortunately I wish it was one I'd avoided. The cleanliness leaves a lot to be desired, a stained duvet cover, bits on the carpet, mould on the soap tray in the shower, dust/cobwebs everywhere, hair in the sink and even the teaspoons supplied for the drinks in the room were stained. Maintenance is also an issue, marked and damaged walls, leaky tap and shower, the quality of the bed and bedding was also a complete eye opening experience. There was also an attempt to charge an additional £15 on check in when the payment had already been made through Hotels.com Every conversation and complaint being made to the staff from the room next door was carried through to my room, along with the repeated sounds of doors opening and closing, which went on late into the night. I had planned on eating here that night, but after seeing the beige soggy looking food a table we're eating on check in I thought better of it. The description and photos don't reflect what is being provided unfortunately. The complimentary shower items were nice, however all four of them were shampoo.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Well serviced.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly, super clean, super stay
Debra, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel needs some significant upgrades. Shower in my room was hanging off the wall. Told the staff at the reception/bar but didn't note any degree of ownership or concern.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value for basic stay
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

All was fine for a stop over. Clean, easy parking, straight forward breakfast included, comfortable bed, good shower.
Claire, 1-night trip