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The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant

4.0 star property
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Lewes

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The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant

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Exterior detail
Desk, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Double or Twin Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
Terrace/patio

Overview of The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Check out the area

Map
136 High St, Lewes, England, BN7 1XS
  • Popular LocationLewes Castle12 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmerican Express Community Stadium5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlyndebourne Opera House7 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)32 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Desk, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lewes

City center retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Southover Grange Gardens and Lewes Castle. Anne of Cleves' House and Cliffe High Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lewes Castle - 12 min walk
  • American Express Community Stadium - 5 min drive
  • University of Sussex - 5 min drive
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 7 min drive
  • Brighton Marina - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Lewes Station - 17 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Black Horse Inn - 5 min walk
  • The Depot - 18 min walk
  • The Lansdown Arms - 17 min walk
  • Tally Ho - 16 min walk
  • Swan Inn - 9 min walk

About this property

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant

4-star hotel perfect for exploring Lewes
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.

This 4-star Lewes hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1590
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shelleys Hotel
Shelleys Hotel Lewes
Shelleys Lewes
Shelleys
The Shelleys & Restaurant
The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant Lewes
The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Lewes

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant to the airport?

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant is 30.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant.

How close is The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant to the beach?

This hotel is 8.5 mi (26-min drive) from Brighton Beach and 9.3 mi (27-min drive) from Brighton's Naturist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant have a pool?

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant does not have a pool.

Does The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant have a restaurant?

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant is home to The Apostrophe, which features light fare and brunch.

Does The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant to downtown Lewes?

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant is 0.6 mi away from Lewes.

The Shelleys Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 106 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't go there
Having been informed by Hotels.com of the following "Don’t worry, we haven’t taken any payment as you’ll pay the hotel directly in their local currency, along with any additional charges and fees incurred during your stay" the Shelleys Hotel attempted unsuccessfully to debit into my credit card one day before I arrived .Then, they called me to ask for card number, pin etc to pay oer the phone. I declined, stating that I would pay during my stay (as stated above by Hotels.com). Having booked breakfast with them on arrival in the afternoon, they had no record of this in the following morning. Poor service. There was no heating in the hotel (outside temperatures in the morning being only 7C). Complained at the time on each occasion. Will never go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
We were so disappointed with our stay, the property should not be open during the COVID pandemic. We stayed for 2 nights, no maid service so clean your own room etc. The waiter in the restaurant which was open the first night was friendly and attentive and the meal was ok. The restaurant was closed on the second night. No indication on the website that service is restricted. A lovely property which unfortunately is run down and urgently in need of some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A little worn out, needs maintenance
Nice hotel in Lewes with really comfortable beds Unfortunately the toilet wouldn’t flush in our room and when we informed reception the response was initially ‘what do you want me to do about it’ - not in a rude manner, more from inexperience I think. The following morning at check out, with a different receptionist, they apologised profusely and said it would be repaired - but obviously that was no benefit to us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good place to stay!
The Hotel needs an update on carpets as looking tired but the overall cleanliness of the Hotel was good. We did not eat there so cannot comment on that. They had put thought into dealing with the present Covid needs which was reassuring. It was disappointing that our rooms were not ready for over an hour after booking in time. Rooms were quiet and the location good. I would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Elma&Salvador, Surrey, UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a couple's one-night stay for a short visit to Lewes. The location, character, cleanliness, quality and size of the standard room, private parking and staff attention were all really good. We did not have the (optional) breakfast. The overall experience was quite positive taking into account that it was the hotel's first opening day after the pandemic lockdown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Lovely hotel, very welcoming staff too. Room and bed very comfortable but it does need redecorating throughout and the bathroom tho clean does need a refresh of paint work and grout and sealer on tiles. Facilities in room good tea/coffee etc, hairdryer and bottled water in room. Toiletries in bathroom and fluffy towels. Shower very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020