The Alfriston

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.6

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

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US$205 per night
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US$274 per night
Price US$822

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About this property

This 14th century country house hotel, is set in the heart of the Sussex Downs in the village of Alfriston. The The Alfriston is just a short drive from the seaside town of Eastbourne and cosmoplitan Brighton. Set in four acres of fabulous gardens, The Alfriston has all the facilities for a perfect break. It boasts 36 bedrooms, a public bar, and guest lounges. The hotel is home to the locally renowned, Rosette-awarded, Dining Room. It also offers an outdoor seasonal swimming pool (available from May to September). Guests can enjoy playing croquet and boules in the grounds. Relaxing evenings can be spent on the large terrace, which is ideal for alfresco dining during the summer months.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish

    • Free private parking available at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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  • 1 large double bed
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269 feet²
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mark
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location amongst woodland, staff care very good”
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Excellent dinner and breakfast (wide choice of options including overnight oats, avocado, fruit) , comfortable bed, friendly and welcoming staff.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Hotel is lovely, room was great and some nice touches. Breakfast was excellent and good quality, pool and spa was a real bonus. I would definitely stay here again, shame its not local to us.”
  • Nicole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We were made to feel so welcome, the staff were so accommodating and support of both child and puppy. We loved the extra touches in the room for both.”
  • Leite-vikra
    Norway Norway
    “Fantastic rooms and the hotel experience in general.”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Staff were friendly and accomodating. Loved my room.”
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything. The Alfriston is , for me, the very best spa hotel I've ever stayed in. I have been twice, and both visits have been exceptional. The staff are amazing - friendly, kind, welcoming. They do everything possible to make one feel...”
  • Thomas
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The Alfriston Hotel is by far the best we’ve experienced. The style is elegant, the staff incredibly welcoming, and the room was spotless and beautifully designed. We loved the peaceful spa and the delicious breakfast every morning. Everything was...”
  • Nicolette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “From before arriving staff were helpful and informative. On arrival, made to feel very welcomed with a glass of iced water ( was offered a wine). Bedroom was beautiful and comfortable and nicely decorated. Bar, dining areas were lovely as was the...”
  • Mimi
    Australia Australia
    “The service was excellent from the moment we arrived.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • 1554 Brasserie
    • Cuisine
      British • Seafood • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

The Alfriston takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the hotel is a popular venue for weddings and functions at weekends with possible discos.

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.