Located in a charming setting, Downs Hotel offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi and an inviting garden. Take pleasure in outdoor furniture and unwind at the cozy bar or restaurant while enjoying exceptional service from the helpful staff.
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About this property
Downs Hotel
When you stay at Downs Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from American Express Stadium and University of Sussex. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Brighton Marina and Brighton Pier are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Desk chair
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Downs Hotel Inn
Downs Hotel Brighton
Downs Hotel Inn Brighton
Frequently asked questions
Does Downs Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Downs Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Downs Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Downs Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Downs Hotel and nearby?
Downs Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Downs Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Downs Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and top-notch with many guests praising the quality and variety of the food. (32 reviews)
Food in the restaurant was consistently superb, with delicious meals and outstanding service. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Lovely people, lovely food, lovely hotel and a great night's sleep.
Nicola rose
Nicola rose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2025
Recommended stay
Wonderful full English breakfasts and meals generally good and service positive.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Very british friendly pub and hotel convenient to glyndebourne
Wilburn
Wilburn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2025
We have stayed now on several occasions and its friendly and very comfortable.
It would be nice if they recognised we have stayed before but staff don't seem to be informed.
The location is ideal for us as we have family nearby
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Great Little hotel
Wonderful hotel, great team, friendly and professional.
The hotel, bar and restaurant are beautiful decorated, very comfortable.
Food and service was excellent.
Nicola rose
Nicola rose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Friendly and relaxed hotel
Very friendly hotel. Rooms are clean and fresh. Food is good.
Its next to a busy road but soundproofing is very good. Short 10 min drive to Brighton
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
We enjoyed our stay. The rooms were clean and nice, the curtains were proper blackout so we could sleep really well. the food was great and the staff were amazing .
Felix
Felix, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Great nights stay
Great stay, comfortable room with all amenities. Great nights sleep, super fresh breakfast with relaxed friendly staff.
Maybe a few areas could have paint refreshed, but only superficial.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Great stay
We had a great stay. Very comfortable and excellent service.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Excellent
Clean and great room, large bathroom and great atmosphere. Friendly staff and great service.
Sohesh
Sohesh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Very helpful staff. Great location. Will be back thank you
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 17, 2025
Room 7
Probably the worst room location I have ever stayed in
It was outside the hotel on path to garden and on main road with a door to the room with a very small window and a blind at the door not fitting so let in light
Toilet leaking all night on first night fixed by manager next morning asked for different room was told non available
Had no choice but to stay as it we had to stay to see someone
Room number 7
Food was good
gail
gail, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Fantastic family and dog friendly stay.
We stayed in a triple room. My wife and I, two boys (11&13) and our dog. The staff were friendly and the room was well equipped and done up to a nice standard, with a lovely view across the Downs towards the sea. We have an evening meal which was very nice. And the included breakfast was also top notch. For the price, I could not fault it, and would certainly recommend staying here.
Sebastian
Sebastian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
The room was very clean and spacious, with minimal noise from the bar below. It was well located, with a bus stop right outside, making the city centre easily accessible. Would definitely stay here again.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Me & my partner stayed Friday 25th April as attending the game at the Amex Stadium on the Saturday. So friendly the staff, really relaxed and nothing was too much trouble. Food in the restaurant both at evening meal and breakfast was superb.
Our room was a really decent size, and the decor spot on. Yes you could hear music from below from the bedroom, but we were advised this was likely and it wasn't an issue anyway. Would without doubt stay here again, when next visiting Brighton
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
The property was clean, well-maintained, and fully met my requirements.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Amazing place.
Was greeted by a member of staff on arrival. Hotel room was as great, spacious, homely and well equipped.
We loved it.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
What a lovely place to stay!!
Hoi Sai
Hoi Sai, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Excellent quality to price,friendly staff and very well designed comfortable room and bathroom!
antoni
antoni, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Great place to stay
Great room, really clean and comfortable and nice decor. Good breakfast, veggie friendly. Will stay again for sure
Eleanor
Eleanor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Great stay- friendly staff, lovely spacious room. Squeaky clean and excellent breakfast. We’ll be back.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 11, 2025
Staff are great - friendly and helpful.
Rooms I booked were ok based on price and amenities.
Location of rooms I booked dreadful.
Accessed directly from outside and 1 in particular with a window next to the cross roads and traffic lights on a very busy road. Noise unacceptable through both the door and the window - felt a bit like Harry Potter fitted in under the stairs. The roller blind / blackout blind on the door is a waste of time as the door closure mechanism at the top of the door meant the blind starts part way down the door and light streams through as soon as day breaks and the bed is sited directly in front so it hits you right in the face.
Very disappointing overall.
Breakfast was good.
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Great hotel
Annalisa
Annalisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Downs dog friendly hotel stay
Fantastic dog friendly pub & hotel. The room preparation was superb and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The dog was fantastically cared for. Great field across the road for exercising the dog as well. Very convenient location for access to & from A27.
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1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
It was a lovely stay and the room was beautifully furnished