The Selsey Arms

3.0 star property
3-star inn near Goodwood Motor Circuit

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Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite (Bath) | View from property
Restaurant
Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite (Bath) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Midhurst Road, Chichester, England, PO18 0QX
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodwood
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite (Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (Bath)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chichester

In Chichester .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Chichester inn, you'll find Goodwood Motor Circuit and Goodwood. Thorney Island and Kingley Vale are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Goodwood - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • West Wittering Beach - 26 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fishbourne Station - 5 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Namaste Punjab - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Loft - Fish & Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Park Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ghost At The Feast - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Escapist - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Selsey Arms

3-star inn near Goodwood Motor Circuit
The Selsey Arms offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an indoor tennis court. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Self parking is free.

This 3-star Chichester inn is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Selsey Arms offers 6 accommodations. This Chichester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor tennis court
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:30 PM - 10:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 5 2026 to July 18 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Selsey Arms to the airport?

The Selsey Arms is 35.4 mi (50-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Selsey Arms?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Selsey Arms on Jun 9, 2026 start from $95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Selsey Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Selsey Arms.

How close is The Selsey Arms to the beach?

This inn is 8.4 mi (22-min drive) from Prinsted Beach and 10 mi (15-min drive) from Bognor Regis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Selsey Arms offer free breakfast?

The Selsey Arms does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Selsey Arms?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Selsey Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Selsey Arms?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Selsey Arms have a pool?

The Selsey Arms does not have a pool.

Does The Selsey Arms have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Selsey Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Selsey Arms to downtown Chichester?

The Selsey Arms is 0.1 mi away from Lavant.

The Selsey Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 352 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

We enjoyed our short stay

Clean room, staff polite,excellent breakfast, safe parking, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay in beautiful quiet bedrooms and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay. Clean and comfortable rooms, lovely staff and a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, great hosts and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and comfortable hotel with a good menu and huge breakfasts. Good location and straightforward drive into Chichester for a visit to the theatre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An ideal place to stay

Good food, staff worked very hard to please, location well placed on main road, popular with local people. An ideal place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Really I’ve stay,clean rooms Lovely breakfast home cooked .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little b&b

Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and the bed was clean and very comfortable. Lots of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting this beautiful countryside. Lovely room, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfectly adequate for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just 5 rooms but well laid out and spacious. Staff friendly and the pub/restaurant very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location 5 miles to the north of Chichester. Popular pub with great food and lovely staff. Comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Lovely old place and very friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub with nice rooms in beautiful countryside
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our one night stay. Very convenient for our trip to the Weald and Downlands museum. Staff were all friendly, room was lovely and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time staying, and I imagine we'll be back again. The room was comfortable and well equipped. The surroundings are beautiful. And the food was excellent. We had breakfast and dinner twice and very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable. Great food and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Comfortable, clean with a good shower. Food is all home cooked and a really good choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Selsey Arms

Had a fantastic stay - great staff . Lovely room . Amazing dinner and fabulous full English breakfast. Could not fault it - definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, and excellent, generous, made to order breakfasts. Good value for money, given current hotel prices. The room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent, friendly and accomodating service.

Excellent, friendly and accomodating service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend

Really great weekend break here. Food was excellent, room was great (and quiet), setting was beautiful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Amenities
An excellent overnighter, finishing with a superb breakfast. Very quiet and spacious rooms with good facilities. And only a few mins from the very interesting city of Chichester.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, food was very good quality and staff were efficient and accommodating. Look forward to next visit
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024