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The Hickstead Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Hickstead All England Jumping Course

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Concierge desk
Breakfast and dinner served
Exterior
24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Jobs Lane, Bolney, Hickstead, Haywards Heath, England, RH17 5NZ
  • Hickstead All England Jumping Course
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • American Express Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • University of Sussex
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Haywards Heath

Near the airport.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Hickstead All England Jumping Course and 6 miles (10 km) of South Downs National Park with a stay here. Wakehurst Place and Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Hickstead All England Jumping Course - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bolney Estate Winery - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • American Express Stadium - 14 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • University of Brighton - 16 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • University of Sussex - 18 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Burgess Hill Wivelsfield Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mnesic Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Sportsman Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Hickstead Hotel

3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Hickstead All England Jumping Course
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 700 square feet (65 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Hickstead Hotel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Edwardian Haywards Heath hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1910
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hickstead Hotel offers 52 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hickstead Hotel to the airport?

The Hickstead Hotel is 20.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hickstead Hotel?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hickstead Hotel on Sep 14, 2025 start from $66.87, excluding 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 Hickstead Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hickstead Hotel.

How close is The Hickstead Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14.5 mi (25-min drive) from Brighton Beach and 14.9 mi (31-min drive) from Brighton's Naturist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hickstead Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Hickstead Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hickstead Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Hickstead Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Hickstead Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Hickstead Hotel have a pool?

The Hickstead Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Hickstead Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Hickstead Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Hickstead Hotel to downtown Haywards Heath?

The Hickstead Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Hickstead.

The Hickstead Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 573 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sadiya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was large and clean although a bit dated. Mattress was hard and very uncomfortable. Payed for breakfast which was very poor. Service was good , food was terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay Bethenny Hope

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff. Well located between Brighton and Gatwick.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Crew enjoyed the stay, comfortable and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Pleasant place in a convenient location. It is possibly a bit tired now, but the parking is good and spacious, the restaurant food was of reasonable enough quality, prices are not extortionate. I would go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is well, but apart from breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfortable rooms. Easy access and ample free parking. Great accommodation for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler

Average stay, hotel looks tired.

Stayed as part of a business trip as usual hotel was full. Hotel a bit tired and of average quality. Rooms need redecoration as does the hotel itself but perfectly clean and adequate for a no frills stopover. Breakfast was nice however.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly helpful staff. Isolated location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay as always
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

E-pix

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average, ive slept on a more comfortable sheet of ply than the mattress in the room, tap in the basin was loose and hard to adjust. No milk left on the second night. only marginally better than the travel lodge down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

b a

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location Slightly dated but clean rooms noisy if interconnected as gap under door and can hear
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Beverley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff very friendly especially waiter today snd cleaning lady rooms a little noisy as gap under door of adjoining rooms so you can hear every word
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had great stay as always rooms are spacious and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking on site is a plus. Cute hotel. A little outdated but very clean. Checking in was a breeze, nice lady at front desk. We had a drink at bar and appetizer from restaurant. Very good service and food. Breakfast was good in morning. Overall, nice stay and would return again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a very clean hotel staff wasnt friendly. Old fashion rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing room

Service was excellent, but the room was a little tired. The main issue that we had with the room was that the walls were very thin, and we could hear everything in the room next door. The person staying there was coughing loudly all night, as well as making several bathroom visits. We do not need to hear all of this.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Our stay

Great stay for commuting to Brighton for a music event. Comfortable, friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our first time visit. Excellent meals, quiet location with countryside feel. Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saad

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

Best place to stay

Good place to stay. Nice clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Not great

Stayed here a few times before. Always do a late checkout and normallh charged £20 for this. However this time not so great. Arrived at 3pm to be told room not ready and its £50 for late checkout. The room was only £57 to book so thag charge seemed excessive. They had no payment record from my booking so wanted me to pay again until i was showing them my payment online. Finally managed to check in 45mins late only after checking with reception and getting a different room. I think i got the bad room guests who complain get as it was right on the corner next to the stairs so could hear people all evening and early morning. Only 1 towel in bathroom. Breakfast was pretty bad for £14. One sausage, one piece of bacon, half a tomato, beans and 1 egg. Probably wont be back now which is a shame as ive stayed here 3 times.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025