Title: The Alfriston Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Alfriston Hotel in Polegate with steam room and 24-hour front desk ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/31ce4f61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/ddf3a39a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/fa9386d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/e2a404f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sussex | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/af098a2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Deans Place Hotel welcomes guests to its garden setting with an outdoor pool and sun loungers for a peaceful retreat. Enjoy thoughtful touches like a manager's reception and dry cleaning services, while the on-site restaurant serves a proper English breakfast. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Pet-friendly £154 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=448015&PinnedHotelID=448015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=448015&PinnedHotelID=448015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=448015&PinnedHotelID=448015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=448015&PinnedHotelID=448015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - 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Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/d3b2b146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/b37953ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Culture ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Sussex | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/448100/448015/af098a2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sussex 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPolegate-Hotels-Deans-Place-Hotel.h448015.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPolegate-Hotels-Deans-Place-Hotel.h448015.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.80514%2C0.15512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IuXqbNRI8V0ZW7_hW-ircmi9KtU=) Seaford Road, Alfriston, Polegate, England, BN26 5TW #### What's nearby - Drusillas Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Seven Sisters Country Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles - Seaford Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles - Charleston Farmhouse - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles - Beachy Head - 15 min drive - 11.0 miles #### Getting around - Bishopstone Station - 8 min drive - Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Long Man Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Lexden Fish And Chips - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cinque Ports - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Seven Sisters Pub - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Grumpy Chef - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### The Alfriston Upscale hotel near South Downs National Park You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden at The Alfriston. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Deans Place, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a business centre. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff and meeting rooms - A front desk safe, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition Room features All guestrooms at The Alfriston boast comforts such as safes and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/425800/425706/29a823da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Eastbourne - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews £160 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=425706&PinnedHotelID=425706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20040000/20036300/20036283/50c58d80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wingrove House Polegate - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 197 reviews £122 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=20036283&PinnedHotelID=20036283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15171400/15171382/ead34d72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horsted Place Uckfield - 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Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.6 Exceptional 54 reviews £91 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=3564&PinnedHotelID=3564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Free daily manager's reception ### Restaurants on site - Deans Place ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - Steam room ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1300 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per day ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children - Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; 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 This property hosts group events on weekends and guests may encounter related noise as a result. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Deans Place Polegate Deans Place Hotel The Alfriston Hotel The Alfriston Polegate The Alfriston Hotel Polegate ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Alfriston have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Alfriston? > As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alfriston on 18 Nov 2025 start from £153.6, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polegate-Hotels-Deans-Place-Hotel.h448015.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Alfriston pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at The Alfriston? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Alfriston? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Alfriston? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Alfriston located? > Situated in Polegate, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Andrew Church and Clergy House. Drusillas Park and The English Wine Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Alfriston Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.2 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 106 8 - Good 97 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 16 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved every moment of our stay at The Alfriston. ##### Kimberley Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed our stay! ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Alfriston turned out to be a very pleasant stop off on my South Downs Way walk. I can't fault anything. Only to thank all the staff that made my stay a memorable one. Can I add a special thanks to Alessandra. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and facilities ##### Richard Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sugathan 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing place! ##### Sugathan Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel with fabulous design, brilliant people and gorgeous setting. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property in the countryside. Staff all very welcoming and friendly. Spa facilities were clean and had a very relaxing atmosphere. We also used the restaurant and the food was amazing. ![Beautiful classic bedroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2c2f4ab3-26ca-45fd-924b-d00c9c0c261f-1753548306914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Robes provided for use at the spa ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2aff0248-52ad-4b70-ad95-27742c0881c9-1753548308072.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Tea tray with a lovely selection of teas and bottles of milk.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9b2452b0-0953-4a65-b625-362f4e974d6a-1753548307778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![A complementary tipple of Madeira ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3b1c7032-2971-41c9-a74d-7dbaab835602-1753548307401.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Katie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Most I've used a hotel services in a while, and all was exactly what I needed for my stay. Very relaxing vibe. ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities I liked everything ##### Jenny Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### richard 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The only criticism would be the tiny bathroom that was difficult to get into as it was so small. ##### richard Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Holly 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely recent refurb We visited here on our honeymoon and had a lovely stay. No upgrades or special touches which was unfortunate, but it is a lovely hotel that had recently been upgraded. The food in the restaurant is great, but service was a bit slow. The pool was lovely but sadly no hot tub ##### Holly Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Minette 28 May 2025 Lovely property. The reception ##### Minette Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Isobel 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice, cosy hotel with friendly staff. It was a friends birthday and the hotel staff were great with helping decorate the room and wished her a happy birthday on arrival. Was a little disappointed with the spa as there is no jacuzzi and just the outdoor pool, it was also freezing in the room with the loungers so not very relaxing! I did ask for someone to adjust the temperature but this didn’t make a difference. The restaurant staff were friendly but the food was quite disappointing, the steak was really underdone despite us being asked how we wanted it cooked, also was not asked if we wanted more drinks or checked on throughout the meal. Good breakfast. The pantry was disappointing in comparison to other sister hotels as was just a small cupboard with a few bags of crisps and lollipops. Overall a nice stay but wouldn’t rush back. ##### Isobel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s a great boutique hotel in a lovely setting which has been very recently tastefully renovated. All the interiors are stylish, great SPA, good restaurant and service, wonderful outside spaces incl. pool. Breakfast is a bit limited but good, coffee isn’t great Lots to do in the area as well. Rathfinny winery just nearby was a happy find with a great restaurant, hiking routes to Seven Sisters, Alfriston village is a gem The only challenges we had were in regards to the check out rules - lack of a clear late check out policy, different receptionists saying different things, overall felt greedy and we end led up being overcharged in the end compared to what had been agreed (pending refund). 11AM is too early for 4PM check in, so the hotel needs to be prepared for exception requests ##### Victoria Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superb hotel, newly renovated We had a fabulous night here, it is much improved since the recent renovations. The new decor is beautiful, even in the 'classic' room which was cosy but perfectly formed. Lots of lovely little touches like glass of wine on arrival, Madeira port in the room, snacks available on request. The spa was small but lovely. Breakfast was very good quality but a little chaotic at 9.30 on Sunday morning - suspect there are a few service glitches still to be ironed out since the reopening - but otherwise the service was top notch, they couldn't have been more helpful. We will definitely be back. ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really like Signet hotels having stayed at the Retreat several times, and now The Alfriston twice. We first stayed at The Alfriston within the second week of it opening and it understandably felt like it was finding its feet. However we expected it to feel settled six months later - not quite our feeling. It still feels like it is settling in. The extra touches we used to enjoy like freshly baked biscuits and an evening digestif in the rooms felt like we were being spoilt and cared for. However these have been replaced by regimented, restrictive times in the bar area, which removed the very special and generous feel from the initial approach. We enjoyed our stay but there lacks the generous and warm feel from before which we feel is a real shame. We are sure that there is good intentions but prescribing times to enjoy the touches removes the feeling of being generous from Signet. I feel the hotel still needs to settle and find its way especially as it is competing with other similar level hotels in the immediate vicinity. The brasserie menu and food quality does not compete with other hotel restaurants in the area and was disappointing quality in comparison. The menu has not changed since Spring and could do with seasonal changes and surprises. No change to the menu makes us wonder why seasonal produce is not being used to drive the dishes, unlike other restaurants in the area. The hotel bar feels cold & underwhelming, in comparison with much warmer competitors ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful pool, had a great stay. ##### Abigail Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### ANTHONY 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Although the hotel tries hard to reach the luxury bracket with the new spa and other facilities, it does not quite succeed. Most staff are friendly and helpful, the cleaning staff were particularly cheerful and the receptionists also. One of the senior receptionists was typical of a minority of staff who do not have a service ethos and in her case was unnecessarily rude to us and to other guests. It seemed that the staff were all rushed off their feet and that better Training and a couple more would have helped things along. The breakfast was good but various ingredients including fruit had run out well before the end of service. The grounds are in need of maintenance. The pool area and spa are new if small, and the masseuse and staff very efficient. Room clean and bright. Food was reasonable in quality. Prices very high for a hotel of this quality. They do not have much competition yet in this area as a hotel with pool etc but if this changes they will need to up thr game. ##### ANTHONY Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect hotel Very comfortable hotel in a beautiful location. The food was excellent, too, can’t fault it. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tania 17 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely and cosy Very cosy comfortable and friendly ##### Tania Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn 31 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff are very friendly and helpful. Loved the breakfast. Set in beautiful surroundings. ##### Dawn Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 19 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were delightful, friendly and efficient, the hotel and grounds are lovely, breakfast was great (we did not dine) the village gorgeous and we look forward to another visit. ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pierrette 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities friendly and accommodating staff ##### Pierrette Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### WILLIAM 21 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### RETURN VISIT TO A FIRM FAVORITE Another stay at Deans place, always an enjoyable place to stay with a warm welcome and excellent staff ##### WILLIAM Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 8 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Lovely country house hotel. 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