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The Dorset

3.5 star property
Riverwalk inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Front of property
Double Room (Medium) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Flat-screen TV
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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22 Malling Street, Lewes, England, BN7 2RD
  • Lewes Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Glyndebourne Opera House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • American Express Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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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
(5 reviews)
  • 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
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room (Large)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lewes

The Dorset places you next to Cliffe High Street and within a 15-minute walk of Lewes Castle. This 6-room, 3.5-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Southover Grange Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lewes Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • American Express Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • University of Sussex - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lewes Station - 12 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive

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

Riverwalk inn with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Dorset enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a garden. Self parking is offered for GBP 4.50 per day. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free inn also has wedding services.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the riverwalk

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1670
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

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

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Dorset?

The Dorset provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Dorset?

This inn is located in Lewes, just steps from Cliffe High Street. You'll also find Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Dorset?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 4.50 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Dorset have a casino?

No, The Dorset doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Dorset?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Dorset good for couples?

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

Does The Dorset have a hot tub?

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

Does The Dorset feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Dorset doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Dorset allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dorset.

Does The Dorset have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Dorset?

The closest major airport to The Dorset is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is about 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Dorset?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Dorset.

Does The Dorset host weddings?

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

The Dorset Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 349 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location for us half a hour from the ferry port. Room size ok for us. Overall the room was a bit tired and could benefit from an update. The items we noted were:- One failed and one failing light bulb on the main light made the room a bit dim. Wobbly toilet seat Plug in the washbasin was not attached and was difficult to use. Beside tables were rickety and needed attention. Missing top on the coffee machine water container makes it is unhygienic and put us off using it. Staff could have been more cheerful, not one smile. We are highlighting these issues because we are not responsible for any of these problems, damage or defects.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

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

8/10 Good

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near to Lewes Town centre. Obviously, it,s a pub so quite noisy until it closes at 11.pm
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Perfect for a overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

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

Nice pub stay

Good as every
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Not the Best

Our stay didn't start well when we entered a cold room on a very cold day. The radiator didn't seem to work so we told someone who said that he would turn the heating on. This caused the bathroom radiator to come on but not the one in the bedroom. We asked for help again so the same person came up to the room but couldn't get the radiator to turn on. He said that he would find us an electric heater which he eventually did. There were other things not right, such as no hooks in the bathroom so nowhere to hang towels, a broken handle on the chest of drawers, no toilet brush and only one bedside lamp. The breakfast was very poor and consisted mainly of yoghurts, cereal, a bit of fruit and toast. Occasionally a pre packed croissant or muffin would appear. Nobody ever appeared to restock the food and coffee unless you went out to find them. It was called a continental breakfast but I have never had one so meagre when abroad. There could have been cheese or ham or boiled eggs at least - something to fill you up. On the plus side the bed was comfortable and the shower decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

A

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

Cosy stay

Convenient. Clean. Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central & convenient great Pub Food & Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Asheville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming and the room clean but the room heating was inadequate. The radiator in the bedroom was never more than warm/tepid , the radiator in the showeroom was hotter. I was woken by the cold in the room at 3am of my stay. The corridor between the rooms was also cold.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony

Liked: Staff & service
Easy check in by the friendly staff. The room was compact, a little chilly but fine. The bed was comfy. There was only a trickle of hot water in the sink but the shower worked and was nice and hot. In room shower gels, coffee, biscuits…. Thumbs up. Parking is close and free in the evening until 9am.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for Glyndebourne
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024