YHA South Downs - Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of American Express Community Stadium. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 10 AM) and Sunday - Thursday (3 PM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 7:30-10 AM and 3-10:30 PM on Friday-Saturday.
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.
Also known as
YHA South Downs Hostel Lewes
YHA South Downs Hostel
YHA South Downs Lewes
YHA South Downs
YHA South Downs - Hostel Lewes
YHA South Downs - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA South Downs - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lewes
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at YHA South Downs - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at YHA South Downs - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA South Downs - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at YHA South Downs - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at YHA South Downs - Hostel and nearby?
YHA South Downs - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near YHA South Downs - Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around YHA South Downs - Hostel like?
YHA South Downs - Hostel is just a short 3-minute walk from Southease Station.
YHA South Downs - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Fantastic
Comfy, friendly, spacious, green!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
miss r
miss r, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 21, 2024
Ideal location when tackling the South Downs Way. Staff were very hospitable and helpful.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Country comforts
We loved our x2 night stay in an en-suite room in the long barn. YH combines a peaceful countryside location with everything needed for a comfortable trip. Walked to nearby villages and caught the train from Southease station to get further afield. Staff were really helpful and we enjoyed eating at the cafe during our hassle-free visit.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Francesca
Francesca, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jun 17, 2024
Traffic noise and power failure inside room
the power supply stopped as circuit breaker tripped at around 22:00 .... the electric roof window cannot be closed leaving the room suffered from extremetraffice noise throughout the night. all bedside lights and wall power sockets failed.
SUI PIK
SUI PIK, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 14, 2024
Suitable room for 3
Beds OK and it was good to have an ensuite. Breakfasts very good and so was the evening meal, despite a long wait. Very convenient for the train.
S
S, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2024
Right on the South Downs trail, close to a train station or by car. Staff was friendly and nice, and the food was great. I really liked their morning English breakfast
Alexey
Alexey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2023
Yanping
Yanping, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 18, 2023
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Steven
Steven, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 5, 2023
Great location, could be improved with better mgmt
Beautiful location with lovely views from the garden. Very convenient for Newhaven ferry and for walking on the South Downs.
Welcome at check in was not great. Two staff members ignored us whilst taking their time to finish their conversation first.
Lack of attention to detail. Light fittings had dozens of dead flies. Not cleaned for months. One ceiling light in our private room did not work. Also one of the bedside lamps didn't work.
Bath screen allowed the shower to leak all over the floor and corridor carpet. Bathroom floor was dirty. Kitchen had a faulty cooker.
Several spiders in the bathroom and bedroom.
We had dinner at restaurant and food was excellent. Such a shame that 3 staff members were chatting with each other and loudly berating previous clients while we were eating. Not a nice atmosphere, unfortunately.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2023
Friendly people, lovely room, great cafe, breakfast and supper, will definitely stay again.
Thank you
Chris
Chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
May 29, 2023
Convenient but overpriced
Stayed here whilst walking the south downs way. Food was very good both evening and breakfast.
Beds very uncomfortable, plastic matress makes you very hot.
Quite noisy as near main road and unmanned railway station next to it means trains use their horns everytime the pass.
Charge 4* hotel prices for private room with a bunkbed.
CLAIRE
CLAIRE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2023
Really convinient location for South downs way walk, very helpful staff, safe, clean and comfortable. Lovely setting and property.
Jo
Jo, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 1, 2023
Anthony
Anthony, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2023
Very well located and very comfortable rooms.
Jorge Manuel
Jorge Manuel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 14, 2022
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2022
It is absolutely unique in its proximity to Southease railway station on the line between Seaford and Lewes/Brighton and its access to the South Downs Way voa the pedestrian footbridge over the A25.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2022
Amazing
A beautiful place to stay, the staff were friendly and the rooms were clean. It was really useful that there is a very nearby train station. I enjoyed exploring the incredible nature surrounding the hostel, but a trip into the city was made easy too. I definitely reccomend and i'll be back next time i'm in the area
michael
michael, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
May 15, 2022
Great stay for the price
The stay was very good overall for the price. Staff were friendly, the hot full english breakfast was really good, the room was ok all be it a bit on the small side and is just a bumk bed with nothing else, a little table or a stool would have been uswful. The sheets were clean and the beds comfy, only thing was its right next to the road and the cars going by are loud however they did put a pair of ear plugs in the room although this was more for if people snored.