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The Castle Inn Hotel

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, 6-minute walk to South Downs National Park

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Restaurant
Exterior
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Garden Room)
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Street, Bramber, Steyning, England, BN44 3WE
  • Place, Bramber Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Downs Way National Trail
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 3 people)

Superior Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 3 people)

Superior Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 3 people)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Basic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 5 people)

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 5 people)

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps upto 5 people)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Bath Tub & Shower)

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Bath Tub & Shower)

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Bath Tub & Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Garden Room)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Garden Room)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Garden Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Steyning

The Castle Inn Hotel places you next to St Mary's House and Gardens and within a 5-minute walk of Bramber Castle. This 21-room, 3-star guesthouse has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • St Mary's House and Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bramber Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Downs National Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Downs Way National Trail - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • St Andrews Church - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Shoreham-By-Sea Station - 8 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Amsterdam - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Cobblestone Tea House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller & Carter Lancing - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Castle Inn Hotel

Guesthouse with free parking, 6-minute walk to South Downs National Park
Guests of The Castle Inn Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and wedding services. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff can provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: GBP 10.0
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10.0

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Castle Inn Hotel Steyning
Castle Steyning
The Castle Inn Hotel Steyning
The Castle Inn Hotel Guesthouse
The Castle Inn Hotel Guesthouse Steyning

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Castle Inn Hotel?

Located steps from St Mary's House and Gardens, this guesthouse is in Steyning, and within a 10-minute walk of South Downs National Park and Bramber Castle. You'll also find South Downs Way National Trail and Woods Mill Nature Reserve within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Castle Inn Hotel?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Castle Inn Hotel on Jan 15, 2026 start from $119.53, 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.

Is there parking available at The Castle Inn Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Castle Inn Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Castle Inn Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Castle Inn Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Castle Inn Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some accommodations include separate bathtubs and showers and garden views.

Does The Castle Inn Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Castle Inn Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Castle Inn Hotel serves free on-the-go breakfast from its restaurant.

Will The Castle Inn Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Castle Inn Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Castle Inn Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Castle Inn Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Castle Inn Hotel is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is about 19.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Castle Inn Hotel?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Castle Inn Hotel.

Does The Castle Inn Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Castle Inn Hotel.

The Castle Inn Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 406 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

8/10 Good

Mairi

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

A comfortable stay in a very pretty village

The Castle Inn Hotel is in a lovely quiet picturesque village. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Our room was small but clean and had an iron and ironing board in the wardrobe. There was one chair, a small table and two nightstands. The ensuite bathroom was clean with a good hot shower, but it took up the whole of what would have been quite a large bedroom window at that end of the room. There was one other small window in the bedroom area so the room was quite dark without the lights on. While it was great that the hotel is eco conscious, the problem with the bathroom light being movement reactive, meant that there was no way to switch it off before entering and closing the door, so my husband was woken up by a bright beam from the bathroom light in the middle of the night. Apart from that it was a pleasant stay and the restaurant was good except for the food being rather too salty for my taste.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Bramber

Lovely village and a charming place. A bit old fashioned but enjoyed it..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Timing is everything

We have stayed here a couple of times in the past. They have just finished a refurb and were also filming an episode of "The Hotel Inspector" so there were some restrictions but as ever the staff were great and the welcome was warm. The food was as good as on previous visits. However it was a little noisy at times and a few distractions for the staff. We will visit again, I'm sure
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice location, decor lets it down

Great location, nice building and friendly staff. Booked a standard room as only there for 1 night. I was in the annex The room was compact, but not too small and clean.. Furnishings are dated, but bed was comfortable. The bathroom, if you can call it that was the smallest have ever seen. The sink was absolutely tiny and trying to use the toilet was a challenge due to lack of space.Walls are paper thin, could even hear the next room phone vibrate and doors banging. Not great sleep as ski light above the pillow end of the bed which needs better blind on there. Crammed 4 rooms into a space that isn’t big enough. The dining room decor doesn’t fit the building, way too modern. was very warm at breakfast as was most of the hotel, seemed to have air con in the dining room, but not on. Breakfast was ok as complimentary, would be very disappointed if had paid. Also a very odd conversation with another table being advising only 2 poached eggs left, but fried/scrambled fine which left most of the room slightly confused, how is that possible. Could be so much better
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rohan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff in small coaching inn. Big spacious rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet and convent for where we wanted to visit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian, Salisbury

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place we certainly would return to.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Annette

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

Wonderful

Amazing place and wonderfully characterful. Lovely dining and food was superb. Helpful and lovely staff. Will be back soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

Happy Customer

The Castle Inn was very clean. Ample free parking. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was freshly cooked and lovely, with plenty of choice. Room was large, with a huge bed, separate bath and shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent value, lovely room, good food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always good to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Charming old coaching inn, great food and service

Enjoyable stay for a couple of nights. Great food, both dinner and breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff. There isn't a single right angle or level floor in the inn but that just adds to its charm. Hot water takes an age to come through in the bathroom but there is sign to that effect. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Highly recommend staying at The Castle Inn... rooms are modern & spotless... good choice of food (Restaurant or Bar)... staff very friendly & welcoming... will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025