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The Dorset

3.5 star property
Lewes inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Double Room (Small) | Room amenity
Double Room (Medium) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

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Double Room (Medium) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Medium)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room (Small)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room (Large) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Large)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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$165 total
includes taxes & fees
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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 Depot - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ASK Italian - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rights of Man - ‬10 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.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

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
DONE

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
DONE

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
DONE

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

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
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Breakfast
Pub
Location
Bed
Shower
Food
Bar
Value

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

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

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

8/10 Very good

Adequate

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay to see Lewes

Lovely pub, nice room and very friendly staff
jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for a overnight stay.
Gemma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

G

So friendly, helpful and accommodating. Good value for money.
catherine, 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

Great value for money
DAVID, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very central & convenient great Pub Food & Breakfast
Carolin, 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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice pub stay

Good as every
A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not far from Newhaven ferry

Overnight stay straight from the France ferry. Have to be in by 11pm which as we had delay getting off the boat we called to say we were on our way. Were told "we shut at 11pm!" but, we made it in time anyway.
Antony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Freezing cold room

Lovely old pub, nice friendly staff. We booked the large double which was extremely comfortable, great pillows. The only let down was the cold, it was freezing. Heating wasn't working. This wouldn't put me off staying again, as it's a really nice place
Fiona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful old pub. The rooms were very cozy. The noise from the pub was not bad at all. Staff and pub customers very friendly. Great place to stay and explore Lewes.
Wendy, 4-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

Good for short stay
KARL, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The price is quite reasonable and the room is good enough. The surrounding atmosphere is also very nice.
Takayuki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

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

8/10 Very good

Cosy stay

Convenient. Clean. Comfortable
Sandra, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff friendly and welcoming. Very noisy the first night (sunday) most of the noise came from private property above our room and then noise again from about 6am. Second night much quietier. Bedding and towels clean. Rooms are very run down. Did not use kettle and full limescale and dirty.
Abbie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyable atmosphere…good bed…nice location
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Inn above the pub

Nice inn above a decent pub. Pub closes early so no problem with noise. Easily walkable from town and train station
Phil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Frequent Guest

The heating needs to stay on longer in the morning. The late check out needs to be specified and charges paid before you stay. Otherwise a great place to stay
A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice local pub serving local ales, couldn’t fault the room just would have been good to have the option of a warm breakfast even a bacon roll etc
Jake, 3-night trip