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Winchelsea Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Winchelsea with a restaurant and a bar

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Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Kingfisher) | 1 bedroom
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Triple Room, Ensuite (Treble Double & Single 1) | 1 bedroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Hastings Road, Winchelsea, England, TN36 4AD
  • Place, High Weald
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of St Thomas a Becket
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Thomas the Martyr
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Suite, Ensuite ((2 Adults & 2 Children)) | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite ((2 Adults & 2 Children))

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

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Triple Room, Ensuite (3 Single Beds) | 1 bedroom

Triple Room, Ensuite (3 Single Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Traditional House, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Courtyard View (Ground Floor Room) | 1 bedroom

Standard Twin Room, Courtyard View (Ground Floor Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Ensuite (Treble Double & Single 1) | 1 bedroom

Triple Room, Ensuite (Treble Double & Single 1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Swan Suite) | 1 bedroom

Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Swan Suite)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Courtyard View (Ground Floor Room) | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View (Ground Floor Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Kingfisher) | 1 bedroom

Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Kingfisher)

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Heron) | 1 bedroom

Luxury Suite, Ensuite, River View (Heron)

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Icklesham

Winchelsea Lodge places you within a 10-minute stroll of Church of St Thomas a Becket and St. Thomas the Martyr. This 31-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • High Weald - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Church of St Thomas a Becket - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Thomas the Martyr - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Camber Sands - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Great Dixter House and Gardens - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Winchelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whitehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Robin Hood Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mermaid Street Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Standard Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Winchelsea Lodge

Hotel in Winchelsea with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Winchelsea Lodge enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. There's free parking if you drive. This smoke-free hotel also has wedding services.
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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

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 path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lodge Winchelsea
The Lodge At Winchelsea East Sussex
Winchelsea Motel East Sussex
Winchelsea Hotel East Sussex
The Lodge At Winchelsea Hotel
Winchelsea Lodge Hotel
Winchelsea Lodge Winchelsea
Winchelsea Lodge Hotel Winchelsea

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Winchelsea Lodge?

This hotel is located in Winchelsea, a short 18-minute walk from High Weald and also 10 minutes on foot from St. Thomas the Martyr. You'll also find Winchelsea Beach and Pett Level Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Winchelsea Lodge?

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

Does Winchelsea Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Winchelsea Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Winchelsea Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Winchelsea Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include river views and minibars.

Are there hot tubs at Winchelsea Lodge?

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

Does Winchelsea Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Winchelsea Lodge serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Winchelsea Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Winchelsea Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a deck where guests can enjoy river or garden views.

Does Winchelsea Lodge have a wedding venue?

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

Winchelsea Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 330 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Affordable family stay

We stayed in a family room whilst travelling on a short beach break. The room was clean, spacious and the beds were comfortable, with tea and coffee facilities. There was a very good hot and cold food selection for breakfast for the whole family. We stayed over the bank holiday and the price was much more affordable than anywhere else and it’s less than a 15 min drive to the beach and 10 mins to Rye centre. Only complaint would be the power shower in our bathroom was very old and leaking a little, so temperamental when we used it. There were also cobwebs in the hallway and the place did feel a bit tired, but the kids loved the water fountain and flowers were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were absolutely brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Disappointed

Not sure i would class the accommodation as 4*, more like 3*. Room ok, fairly comfortable but small, room and bathroom could do with a bit of a makeover. But shower was rather pathetic-it dribbled water out and was barely warm. Breakfast was ok but nothing special. What was the biggest disappointment was the use of the owner's establishment to put across his political viewpoint. Various signs and statements around the place were very off-putting as not everyone shares the same point of view and certainly do not want this thrust upon your face while on holiday. Therefore would not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mandy

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

8/10 Good

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

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

8/10 Good

Rena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean .. crisp white bed linen.. rooms a bit outdated but good value for money in August .. lovely breakfast, lovely fresh fruits
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Keisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was lovely but needed an update in the bathroom. There was a really nice seating area that unkempt which was ashame, but they had a larger seating area that was more accessible looking out on to the fields. Unfortunately, we waited over 1hr for our meal and there was a lack of breakfast items on our 1st morning. The staff were very friendly did their best to accommodate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with quaint gardens within the grounds. Room was for four of us, we had a double bed and a bunk. It was a small room but perfect for us. Bright, airy, and clean with an ensuite shower. Breakfast was included and was a great selection of hot, fresh fruit, cereals with coffee and juices. Would definitely come back and wholeheartedly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Dissapointed

Bad wifi, shower was disgusting so we didnt shower. Bed was dusty and we didnt sleep, mould in bathroom and paint coming off ceiling, false advertising!!! Didnt look at all like the photos, the owner really needs to change things, wanted a nice night away for piece and quiet and relax, couldnt even shower in that thing and got such bad allergies from the bedding. That owner should be ashamed, scamming people like that, that place has so much more potential, its a shame, we checked in, saw the room and left and only came back to sleep, obviously couldnt, packed our bags by 8, tried the breakfast and checked out immediately after.... oh and sign on check in said said no stupid people beyond this point
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good for a short stay

All in all, the hotel is okay. It's getting a bit long in the tooth, and I would describe the facilities as rather basic overall. Room service is only provided when required. Breakfast is okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Patsy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sumeet

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely disappointing stay. The room was incredibly cramped — barely enough space to move around. The beds felt cheap and flimsy, with uncomfortable mattresses where you could feel the springs digging into your back. The bathroom was basic to the point of being bare — leaking taps, barely any water pressure, and just generally poor maintenance. We requested a standard midday checkout, which most places offer without fuss, but the staff were unhelpful and insisted on an 11am checkout, which felt petty and rigid. For £118 a night, the experience was nowhere near worth it — I’ve had far better stays at Travelodge or Premier Inn for less than half the price. Overall, not recommended. Save your money and book elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

lynsey

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Rude attitude from hotel owner. Rats near kitchen area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Amazing breakfast. Comfortable stay. Shower facility not working effectively.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Hotel was lovely and surrounding area’s lovely too. Would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with partner
The property was in an easy place to find ,very near to the main road . Rooms were away. From the road noise . Breakfast was very good the sausages were very tasty , I didn’t like the toilet roll holder,not good ,but roll ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No vegetarian option for cooked breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall the property is ok ..staff nice… nice location easily accessible to lots of areas near the coast. Walls are a bit thin and our bathroom was dated and a bit dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were excellent and did a great job with a smile regardless of the fact they were short staffed. The room was ok overall, clean and comfortable. The bathroom is a wet room which is fine however mould in the grout lines was taking hold, probably due to being short staffed. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would stay again. (For a third visit)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nadim

The power shower soun
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

R

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and good location

The bedroom was spacious and clean. On the downside the bathroom was tired looking and the shower control not working so very hot water. Could not use.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025