Brambletye Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Forest Row with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Bar (on property)
BBQ/picnic area
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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The Square, Forest Road, Forest Row, England, RH18 5EZ
  • Place, High Weald
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Forest Way Country Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Forest Row

Located within a mile (2 km) of Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club, Brambletye Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of High Weald. This 19-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • High Weald - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Forest Way Country Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ashdown Forest - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Queen Victoria Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • East Grinstead Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Crowns - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai Time - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Swan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Forest Brasserie - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Brambletye Hotel

Hotel in Forest Row with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests staying at Brambletye Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a banquet hall. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include wedding services, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in after 11 PM is not possible.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 2 2025 to March 31 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from September 1 2025 to August 17 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Brambletye Forest Row
Brambletye Hotel
Brambletye Hotel Forest Row
Brambletye Hotel Forest Row, East Sussex
Brambletye Hotel Hotel
Brambletye Hotel Forest Row
Brambletye Hotel Hotel Forest Row

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Brambletye Hotel?

Brambletye Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Brambletye Hotel?

This hotel is located in Forest Row within a short 19-minute walk of Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club. You'll also find High Weald and Ashdown Forest within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Brambletye Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Brambletye Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Brambletye Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Brambletye Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Brambletye Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and wedding services at this hotel.

Does Brambletye Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Brambletye Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Brambletye Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Brambletye Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Brambletye Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Brambletye Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Brambletye Hotel?

The closest major airport to Brambletye Hotel is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is 14.1 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is London City Airport (LCY), which is around 27.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Brambletye Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Brambletye Hotel.

Does Brambletye Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Brambletye Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Brambletye Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 253 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Very disappointing, poor choice based on website.

Dilapidated "For Sale" sign outside was indicative of the general state. Friendly receptionist showed us to room which was reasonable. Fridge missing. TV produced only "No signal" and receptionist could not make it work so spent an hour sorting another room to which we moved. This had the promised fridge and working TV. Badly stained furniture (photo) and traces of mould on shower curtain. Blocked bath/shower drain very slow to clear. Actual shower worked excellently, good flow and stable temperature - best thing about the place! Towels and bedding appeared clean. Bar deserted, real ale not available. Restaurant deserted, looked abandoned and although a menu was in evidence it is unclear whether the kitchen was working. Fortunately great food and drink were available at other establishments within easy walking distance in Forest Row.. Exterior all in need of a proper clean. All in all a poor choice based on website, will not be returning.
very badly stained furniture
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emma

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No staff present on arrival, how to track someone down to help us. He asked no security questions, not asked sign anything, just given a key. The corridors were boiling hot and had a horrid smell. Obviously people had been smoking im the hotel. Room was filthy. Bed linen ok, but the cushions and throw were stained and torn. Hair and scum around the bath. Disgusting toilet brush. The door to the joining room was left open.l and room next door not serviced. Paint and wall paper hanging off walls. Generally just dirty and unclean everywhere. Giant holes in the car park. No warnings. This is going to end with damaged cars or injury. We immediately left could not find anyone again to talk to. So went to find alternative accommodation. Such a shame as it could be lovely. The whole area was buzzing, the 2 pubs opposite were full and there was not a single person in pr around this property. I have since tried reaching out and i have heard nothing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Singularly the worst hotel I have ever been to. I remember the Brambletye in its heyday and the photos looked fabulous (they are obviously very old photos) so, when I had to stay locally I booked without looking at Trip Advisor reviews. Never will I make that mistake again. It looks like nothing has been cared for in decades. Worn carpets, tired woodwork and the unpleasant odour of curry and damp everywhere. My introduction to this monstrosity was via their car park where the bang to my car’s shock absorbers as I descended and rose through ridiculously deep pot holes was so bad I thought I’d hit something. When cars are parked both sides of the entrance you cannot see the potholes until you turn into them. I didn’t take pictures of the hotel as, on a hot 24 degree day I got my key, went towards my allocated room, passing radiators on full blast (!) and entered a room that hasn’t been modernised for well over 20 years. I turned round, exited quickly and gave my key back to the one member of staff and said ‘I cannot stay here, it is absolutely awful’ and got a weak reply of ‘I’m sorry’ and I left. It has taken me 3 weeks and many emails to get a full refund via Expedia through whom I booked and who still show a rating of 7.6 out of 10!despite my complaints. Absolutely avoid. Minus 5 star rating!
First set of very deep potholes as you enter car oark
Second pothole
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zahir

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Virginia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t close window as the handle had come off prior to our stay so the window was open all the time. Yellow stains on bath towels Mould and dirt all over bathroom Stains on bed Very noisy squeaky beds No spoons for tea/coffee and only one cup
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Turned up at 1.30pm and given the room. The room was dark and dingy even with the lights on. The floor and cupboards were dirty, and didn’t want to risk sleeping in the beds. Also, the corridors stank of vomit. The place was up for sale and it was obvious that no money had been spent on the accommodation or rooms. There was no way weee were stopping there. We left and found found another hotel in the next village.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Alright but needs modernising a little

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

K

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting

Absolutely disgusting need to wipe your feet on way out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

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

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Very basic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect for the price you pay just need to sort out the potholes from the carpark
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet hotel - I put good because the staff were so nice and helpful The room was clean and tidy Comfortable and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Susanne

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Don

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in for sale very run down, mould in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cullen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed clean however the bathroom was not with grime and hair in bath, the whole bathroom needed a good clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
After getting upgraded though a problem with the booking the staff were brilliant and sorted the problem and made us aware of the band that as playing that night of which the loud music would be heard till 1am. Wallpaper hanging off the walls and very small corridors, carpark had massive holes in which scratched the front of the car.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

lee

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checked into alternative hotel due to state of the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was dirty and tried to overcharge at checking in. No food on in the evening and no breakfast available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t bother.

Would not recommend. Very shabby and rundown looking. Bags of laundry littering the hallways. Bedrooms and bathrooms need a complete overhaul.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Gerard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025