American Express Community Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
University of Sussex - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
Brighton Marina - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Brighton Pier - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Brighton Beach - 18 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 39 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 88 min drive
London (LCY-London City) - 102 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 110 min drive
London (STN-Stansted) - 113 min drive
London (LTN-Luton) - 125 min drive
Brighton Falmer Station - 4 min drive
Preston Park Station - 10 min drive
Lewes Glynde Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Woodingdean Fish Bar - 1 min walk
Subway - 7 min drive
American Express UK - 5 min walk
Brighton & Hove Albion FC Players Lounge - 4 min drive
Fox on the Downs - 3 min drive
About this property
The Downs Hotel
At The Downs Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from American Express Community Stadium and Brighton Marina. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Brighton Pier and Brighton Centre are within a short drive.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Karaoke
Cycling nearby
Services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Downs Brighton
Downs Hotel Brighton
The Downs Hotel Inn
The Downs Hotel Brighton
The Downs Hotel Inn Brighton
Frequently asked questions
Does The Downs Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Downs Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is parking offered on site at The Downs Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Downs Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at The Downs Hotel?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Downs Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. The Downs Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Downs Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
The Downs Hotel Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
30 Apr 2022
Sharon Jane
Sharon Jane, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Apr 2022
Basic, cheap but clean accommodation, perfect for a 1 or 2 night stay. I didn’t eat here so can’t comment on the food.
Walking distance to local shops and various takeaways, petrol station just down the road and bus stop right outside.
Large car park.
Beautiful views of the coastline.
Would consider staying here again.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
1 Apr 2022
Disappointing!
I had booked a room which included cooked breakfast. On arrival was told no chef no food. I was handed a breakfast bag containing a croissant, cereal bar, cocoa pops (i must of looked 5 years old) and half carton of milk which was warm by the morning. No apology no offer of a refund. Small towel was discoloured and shower head was rusty. All in all not impressed at all!!
Good clean room helpfull friendly staff good location
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2022
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
12 Feb 2022
The staff were very friendly and the hotel room was quite clean but the building itself was quite run down and not particularly clean. The bedroom windows were covered in bird poo. I think it was a reasonable price for 3 people to stay there and there was plenty of car parking space but if you want a fancy hotel this isn’t it.
Collette
Collette, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Feb 2022
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 Jan 2022
Disappointed.
I booked the room late as it advertised a restaurant - not available due to staff shortages and no notification before, during or after booking. Not impressed.
The room was cold - there was a second heater so that tells the story and the bathroom was freezing so that where the extra heater went.
The room and bathroom condition was poor.
It advertised free wifi but it was impossible to connect and I was next to the main building (pub) - not impressed.
Free parking was useful.
I left before breakfast which I expected but start time is 08:00 which is quite late.
I would not stay here again.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2022
Ester
Ester, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
26 Jan 2022
Stayed in one of the small solo rooms while travelling for business, although the staff were friendly and the breakfast very nice not much else good can be said.
No evening food was being served although it was advertised online and outside
The room opened to the smoking area, the loud locals can't be helped but the small blind gave little privacy.
The water temperature was lukewarm at best and the door to the bathroom struck the bed every time it was opened
I'm sure the more expensive rooms are fine but for a single traveller, I would avoid
matthew
matthew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
24 Jan 2022
Eleanor
Eleanor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Jan 2022
No food at the inn
No evening food available due to no kitchen staff. No mention of this at booking, room very basic and consistent noise from something throughout the night.
Breakfast was available and the guy was lovely and breakfast ok.
andrew
andrew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jan 2022
Great Hotel
Amazing hotel, extremely friendly staff, felt so welcomed
Megan
Megan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2022
Wonderful stay staff and owner fantastic
stuart
stuart, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2021
Ester
Ester, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2021
Good easy stay!
Good service, clean, public transport close by!!! Thank you
Lyn
Lyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Dec 2021
A pleasant surprise
Chose this hotel because of a) its proximity to Sussex University and b) the low price.
My modest expectations were exceeded: the staff were really friendly and helpful, the bar was pleasant, and the room - while small and slightly shabby - was very clean.
My only criticism is that breakfast didn't start until 9am on Saturday (an hour after I had to leave) so I missed starting the day with a full English.
Guy
Guy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Dec 2021
Great value for money, super friendly staff and would say price point spot on.
Even had a lovely sea view, which was a great surprise
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2021
Would not and could not fault the Downs hotel. Was absolutely perfect for my needs. Great value for money, friendly staff, lovely cooked breakfast, and free on site parking. I regard this place as a real find and will be booking again :)
Damian
Damian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2021
Second time we have stayed here (1st in September) and will stay again when we are in the area again.
Friendly and relaxed, with a great breakfast.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Nov 2021
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 Nov 2021
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Mark
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
31 Oct 2021
Nice room great full English
Hotel was shabby from outside... An old pub which could do with updating. Room was nice and clean and modern and very comfortable. Full English breakfast was good in morning. Staff friendly. Noisy road at front so need windows shut at night. All in all a nice affordable stay thank you.