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A traditional brick building with multiple windows and hanging flower baskets.

A cozy living room with leather furniture, a fireplace, and a large window.

A dining area with wooden beams, brick walls, and large windows. Tables are set for dining.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a fenced outdoor area with potted plants.

1. The Castle Inn Hotel

0.6 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Richard

£102

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A table with breakfast items, a view of the sea, and a pier in the background.

Beach chairs with striped fabric, a pier, and a building with 'BRIGHTON PIER' signage.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with large windows offering a view of the sea, yellow armchairs, and a modern staircase.

2. Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

9.3 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Aruni

£81

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with green upholstered chairs and tables, a large mural on the wall, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A grand hotel with multiple balconies, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

3. The Grand Brighton

9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Rose

£99

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with a wooden floor, a central bar counter, and a variety of plants and bottles on shelves.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a laptop, and a comfortable seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and artwork on the walls.

4. Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

8.9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Christopher

£68

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with ornate balconies and a marquee sign.

A multi-story building with a prominent "DoubleTree" sign, featuring a classic architectural style with ornate balconies and large windows.

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, a staircase, and seating areas.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a bar.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

8.9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

alison

£85

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top table and a central fire feature.

A restaurant interior with a round, textured hanging light fixture, wooden tables, and cushioned seating.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a large bed with red bedding, two bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

A traditional wooden building with a well-maintained lawn and outdoor seating area.

6. Tottington Manor

2.3 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Peter

A bar area with a long counter displaying various bottles, a round table with chairs, and a green upholstered bench.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden door, a framed picture on the wall, and a ceiling vent.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple check-in counters, and framed artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, modern lighting, and artwork on the walls.

7. Hilton London Gatwick Airport

19.9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Mark

£114

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of the Leonardo Hotel with a modern facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants at the entrance.

A modern reception area with a welcoming sign, a reception desk, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a nightstand.

A hotel lobby with three elevators, each with a distinct door design. Directional signs indicate the bar, kitchen, and breakfast areas.

8. Leonardo Hotel Brighton

8.9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Ben

£63

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a coffee machine, and a towel hanging on a hook.

A modern kitchenette with a coffee machine, a mug holder, and a power outlet.

A modern bbc coffee shop with two cushioned chairs, a small round table, and a Nescafé coffee machine.

9. Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

19.8 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Ryan

£99

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, buildings, and a pier.

A modern restaurant interior with large windows, wooden panel walls, and a mix of seating options including booths and tables.

A modern restaurant with two central islands, seating on both sides, and a menu board in the center.

10. Holiday Inn Brighton Seafront by IHG

8.8 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Edward

£63

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A cozy interior with wooden flooring, a bench, and various potted plants.

A cozy cafe with wooden furniture, a glass display case with plants, and a coffee machine.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large potted plant.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a plant, and large windows with curtains.

11. West Beach Hotel Brighton

8.8 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Yana

£43

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with a view of the sea, tables set with glasses and cutlery, and a large wave painting on the wall.

A staircase with ornate railings and a blue upholstered chair in the foreground.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, balconies, and flags.

12. Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

8.6 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

anthony

£67

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a staircase.

A reception area with a curved desk, seating, a cityscape wall, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase connecting floors.

13. Sofitel London Gatwick

20 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Kyungwon

£134

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A rustic stone-walled bathroom with a wooden bathtub, shelves with towels, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a vanity with a mirror, a bathtub, and a window with a view of the sea.

A coastal cityscape with a wide beach, a pier extending into the sea, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings along the shore.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a round wooden table with a vase of flowers, two patterned armchairs, and a pair of binoculars on the table.

14. Harbour Hotel Brighton

9.1 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Molly

£81

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A crowded beach with people sunbathing and walking.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden headboard, a large flat-screen TV, and a city view.

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a large poster, and a bar stocked with bottles.

15. ibis Brighton City Centre - Station

9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

AdAm

£40

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a coffee maker, a glass table, and a large window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue awning and outdoor seating area.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

16. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Brighton Seafront

8.7 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Paul

£57

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and a visible hand sanitizer station.

A room with a wooden wardrobe, a purple sofa, and a clock on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a wooden floor.

A modern conference room with a brick wall, wooden tables, and chairs.

17. Staybridge Suites Brighton by IHG

9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Bernice

£76

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

A wooden wardrobe with hanging clothes, a small shelf with books, and a suitcase.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a pier.

18. Numa Brighton Pavilion

9.2 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Roshan

£84

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A residential house with a brick exterior, a tiled roof, and a front garden with potted plants and a barbecue grill.

A guest house named MERTON offering bed and breakfast services.

A dining area with a white tablecloth, red chairs, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a mirror, and a bed.

19. Merton House

4.9 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Deborah

£120

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a bar in the center. There are multiple seating areas with chairs and tables, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a sofa in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a bathtub, and a large window.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and potted plants.

20. Hotel du Vin Brighton

9.2 mi from South Downs Way National Trail

Michael

£103

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Top South Downs Way National Trail Hotel Reviews

Findon Manor Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good food. Comfy bed and linen. Just the shower let the room down. Staff all lovely."

The Windsor House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

The Railway Hotel Worthing

10/10 Excellent

"Value for money"

Shoreline Hideaway | by The Butler Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great self contained property, handy for beach and train station for trips to Brighton and Portsmouth. Parking a little tight for our longer car but that was overcome with a little maneuvering. We enjoyed our stay definitely recommend the location and property "

The Castle Inn Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, friendly staff and great food at reasonable prices."

Palm House | Heated Pool | Sleeps 10 | South Downs

10/10 Excellent

"Simply great property and host !"

Woodhouse Holiday Cottages, Oak Cottage

8/10 Good

"This was a good place to stay at a reasonable price to visit Knepp."

Woodhouse Holiday Cottages, 3 Adjacent Holiday Lets . Ash Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Das Haus ist schön eingerichtet, sauber und gepflegt. Es eignet sich gut für Unternehmungen in der Region - Küste, Arundel,... Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieterin. Wir würden wieder hinfahren."

Broomy Cottage - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

10/10 Excellent

"We had a brilliant stay at Broomy Cottage. The house and garden are very spacious and calm in feeling. Me and my family stayed there around the time of my wedding and it provided a place of real calm. So glad we stayed there!"

Other attractions near South Downs Way National Trail

Cissbury Ring

7.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Worthing with a trip to Cissbury Ring. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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St Andrews Church

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

St Andrews Church is just one of the places to see in Steyning, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in the area.

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Bramber Castle

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bramber when you take a trip to Bramber Castle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Steyning Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Steyning Leisure Centre during your stay in Steyning. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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St Mary's House and Gardens

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at St Mary's House and Gardens, a lovely green space in Bramber. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Shoreham Skateboard Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Shoreham Skateboard Park, a lovely green space in Upper Beeding. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Woods Mill Nature Reserve

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Henfield. Amble around this quaint area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top-rated hotels near South Downs Way National Trail?

For those seeking the perfect stay near South Downs Way National Trail, here are some top-rated options that promise comfort and delightful experiences.Tottington ManorTottington Manor is a charming 4-star hotel located just 6.3 km from the South Downs Way National Trail, with an impressive review rating of 9.0. This Tudor-style hotel offers a delightful blend of romance and adventure, perfect for travellers looking to explore the stunning landscapes. Guests can indulge in a hosted evening meal or unwind in the garden, while the complimentary breakfast and daily housekeeping enhance the experience. The hotel also provides access to nearby mountain biking and hiking trails, making it an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts.The Castle Inn HotelThe Castle Inn Hotel is a cozy 3-star accommodation located a mere 16 minutes' walk from South Downs Way National Trail, rated 8.4 by travellers. This inviting hotel features essential amenities such as free self-parking and a restaurant that offers meals tailored for younger travellers. Its location makes it a convenient base for those wanting to explore the beautiful surroundings of Steyning, allowing travellers to easily access the trail and enjoy all that the area has to offer.

What hotels are within walking distance to South Downs Way National Trail?

Discover the charm of staying near South Downs Way National Trail with these inviting options in Steyning.The Castle Inn HotelThe Castle Inn Hotel is a welcoming 3-star hotel located just a 16-minute walk from the South Downs Way National Trail, rated 8.4 by travellers. This hotel features a cozy restaurant offering kids' meals, making it a convenient spot for all. Guests also appreciate the free self-parking and complimentary toiletries provided for a comfortable stay.

How much is a hotel near South Downs Way National Trail?

Staying near South Downs Way National Trail is a treat, with plenty of hotels from £63 offering incredible amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, especially in peak season. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a trip during weekends or around public holidays.

What are the most popular family-friendly hotels near South Downs Way National Trail?

For families seeking a delightful stay near South Downs Way National Trail, these top-rated hotels offer comfort and engaging amenities for both adults and children.Tottington ManorTottington Manor is a charming 4-star hotel just 6.3 km from South Downs Way National Trail, an impressive travellers' rating of 9.0. This family-friendly retreat provides essential amenities such as highchairs for children and a dedicated games area to keep the little ones entertained. Guests can enjoy daily housekeeping, a delightful breakfast, and a lovely garden to relax in. With additional offerings like private winery tours and a cozy terrace, this Tudor-style hotel is perfect for families and couples alike.The Castle Inn HotelThe Castle Inn Hotel is conveniently located a short 16-minute walk from South Downs Way National Trail, featuring a solid travellers' rating of 8.4. This 3-star hotel is family-friendly with a restaurant that offers kids' meals, ensuring that younger travellers enjoy their dining experience. Guests appreciate free self-parking and complimentary toiletries, making for a comfortable stay. Its welcoming ambiance and nearby the trail make it an excellent choice for families exploring the beautiful surroundings.

What are the best affordable hotels near South Downs Way National Trail?

For those seeking affordable yet charming accommodations near the scenic South Downs Way National Trail, here are some excellent options that cater to both comfort and accessibility.The Castle Inn HotelThe Castle Inn Hotel is a cozy 3-star option located just a 16-minute walk from South Downs Way National Trail. This inviting hotel is perfect for families, offering kids' meals in its restaurant, ensuring little ones are well-fed after a day of exploration. With a strong traveler rating of 8.4, travellers can also enjoy free WiFi and complimentary toiletries during their stay. Additional amenities include free self-parking, making it an excellent choice for those traveling by car.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels near South Downs Way National Trail?

For those looking to explore the scenic South Downs Way National Trail with their pets, these top-rated hotels provide the perfect base for your adventures in Steyning.Tottington ManorTottington Manor is a charming 4-star hotel located just 6.3 km from the South Downs Way National Trail, offering a welcoming atmosphere for both travellers and their pets. With a review rating of 9.0, this hotel ensures a comfortable stay with amenities like food and water bowls for your furry friends. Guests can indulge in a delightful terrace, enjoy romantic dining experiences, and take advantage of nearby hiking and biking trails. The hotel also features daily housekeeping and complimentary toiletries, making it an excellent choice for a relaxing getaway.

Can I book a fully refundable hotel close to South Downs Way National Trail?

Most bookings on Expedia are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of arrival, though this depends on the hotel's individual cancellation policy, which you should check in your booking confirmation. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by going to "My Trips" and selecting your reservation. To find fully refundable hotel options, simply enter "South Downs Way National Trail", set your travel dates, and use the "Fully refundable" filter under "Deals & Discounts" on the results page. Alternatively, explore deals with free cancellation options on Expedia.

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Our top choices for South Downs Way National Trail hotels

1. The Castle Inn Hotel

2. Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

3. The Grand Brighton

4. Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

6. Tottington Manor

7. Hilton London Gatwick Airport

8. Leonardo Hotel Brighton

9. Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

10. Holiday Inn Brighton Seafront by IHG

11. West Beach Hotel Brighton

12. Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

13. Sofitel London Gatwick

14. Harbour Hotel Brighton

15. ibis Brighton City Centre - Station

16. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Brighton Seafront

17. Staybridge Suites Brighton by IHG

18. Numa Brighton Pavilion

19. Merton House

20. Hotel du Vin Brighton

Compare popular hotels close to South Downs Way National Trail

Top South Downs Way National Trail Hotel Reviews

Findon Manor Hotel

The Windsor House Hotel

The Railway Hotel Worthing

Shoreline Hideaway | by The Butler Collection

The Castle Inn Hotel

Palm House | Heated Pool | Sleeps 10 | South Downs

Woodhouse Holiday Cottages, Oak Cottage

Woodhouse Holiday Cottages, 3 Adjacent Holiday Lets . Ash Cottage

Broomy Cottage - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

Other attractions near South Downs Way National Trail

Cissbury Ring

St Andrews Church

Bramber Castle

Steyning Leisure Centre

St Mary's House and Gardens

Shoreham Skateboard Park

Woods Mill Nature Reserve

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