Skip to main content

The Dorset

3.5 star property
Lewes inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Dorset

Front of property - The Dorset (Lewes)
Restaurant - The Dorset (Lewes)
Terrace/patio - The Dorset (Lewes)
Double Room (Small) | Room amenity - The Dorset (Lewes)
Double Room (Medium) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Dorset (Lewes)
The Dorset puts you within a 15-minute drive of American Express Stadium and Brighton Marina. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Small)

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room (Small)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Medium)

Double Room (Medium) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Medium)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Large)

Double Room (Large) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Large)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Exterior
The Blacksmiths Arms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 600 reviews
$127 nightly
The price is $153
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Blacksmiths Arms
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
22 Malling Street, Lewes, England, BN7 2RD

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

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive
  • Lewes Cooksbridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Brighton Falmer Station - 7 min drive
  • Lewes Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Trading Post Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Gardeners Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Snowdrop Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Dorset

The Dorset puts you within a 15-minute drive of American Express Stadium and Brighton Marina. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 4.50 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1670
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 4.50 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dorset offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Dorset does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Dorset?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Dorset?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 4.50 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dorset?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Dorset?

No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Dorset and nearby?

The Dorset has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Dorset?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Dorset like?

The Dorset is a short 11-minute walk from Lewes Castle and 3 minutes' walk from Cliffe High Street.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Dorset Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers good value dining options, including a pub with good value food and a free continental breakfast buffet. (3 reviews)
  • The location near a large car park is ideal, making it perfect for parking and exploring the surrounding area. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a good continental meal with a range of products, warm croissants, and toast, offering great value for money. (9 reviews)
AI Sparkle IconFrom real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Pub
Location
Bed
Shower
Food
Bar
Value

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly, super clean, super stay
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
Ivo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very cheap price for two people including continental breakfast so can't really complain!
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value for basic stay
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Simple accommodations.
Rick, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

All was fine for a stop over. Clean, easy parking, straight forward breakfast included, comfortable bed, good shower.
Claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for a overnight stay.
Gemma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I would go again. Great for budget stay for Glyndebourne.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay to see Lewes

Lovely pub, nice room and very friendly staff
jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very central & convenient great Pub Food & Breakfast
Carolin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Adequate

Friendly place. Adequate room but even for the price a bit tatty.
David, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location and clean. Breakfast is basic. Very much rooms above a pub, noise from punters downstairs and morning deliveries.
Susan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very affordable and did the job. Clean room and easy to get everywhere.
bronwen, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Cathryn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value for money
DAVID, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

G

So friendly, helpful and accommodating. Good value for money.
catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice pub stay

Good as every
A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Location

Good location in Lewes, we was unable to hear the pub noise from the room. Check in was quick and straight forward
Dean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for short stay
KARL, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a typical English B&B. The town is historically interesting, and you can enjoy it!
Satomi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyable atmosphere…good bed…nice location
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location, right near town but nice and quiet, convenient to everything.
Linda, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The price is quite reasonable and the room is good enough. The surrounding atmosphere is also very nice.
Takayuki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Wendy, 4-night trip