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The Dorset

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Lewes inn

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Front of property
Double Room (Medium)
Double Room (Small) | Room amenity
Interior entrance
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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22 Malling Street, Lewes, England, BN7 2RD
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southover Grange Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lewes Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room (Small)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (Medium)

Double Room (Medium)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (Large)

Double Room (Large)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Lewes

In historical district.At this inn, you'll be steps from Cliffe High Street and within a 15-minute walk of Lewes Castle. Also, Barbican House Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Southover Grange Gardens is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cliffe High Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Southover Grange Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lewes Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Barbican House Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Lewes Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Dorset - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Dorset

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Lewes inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Lewes inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1670
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Dorset offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 4.50 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 4.50 per day
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dorset to the airport?

The Dorset is 34.1 mi (48-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorset?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorset on May 17, 2026 start from CA $90, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dorset have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dorset.

How close is The Dorset to the beach?

This inn is 10.7 mi (35-min drive) from Brighton Beach and 8.6 mi (25-min drive) from Seaford Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dorset offer free breakfast?

The Dorset does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dorset?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Dorset?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dorset?

Free parking is not available at this inn. Self parking is available for GBP 4.50 per day.

Does The Dorset have a pool?

The Dorset does not have a pool.

Does The Dorset have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Dorset have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Dorset to downtown Lewes?

The Dorset is 0.4 mi away from Lewes.

The Dorset Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 392 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

spyrakis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, warm clean room, continental breakfast - good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean & the amenities were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect for our needs. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great food and a comfortable night sleep. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Well serviced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Coffee machine required a really good clean. Tall free standing fan vent/outlets were thick with dust so also required a good clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms very tired and limited heating. Food good with generous portions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly, super clean, super stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It is what it says on the tin! A room in an old pub. Was clean and tidy but the shower in our room leaked. The breakfast was just toast and cereal and quite meagre, items ran out and were not replenished. Easy to walk into Lewes Town. Parking is in the pay and display car park over the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very cheap price for two people including continental breakfast so can't really complain!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Simple accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and clean. Breakfast is basic. Very much rooms above a pub, noise from punters downstairs and morning deliveries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Good value for basic stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All was fine for a stop over. Clean, easy parking, straight forward breakfast included, comfortable bed, good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adequate

Friendly place. Adequate room but even for the price a bit tatty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

bronwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable and did the job. Clean room and easy to get everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

G

So friendly, helpful and accommodating. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025