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The Jolly Sportsman

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Chapel Lane East Chiltington, Lewes, BN7 3BA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The Jolly Sportsman
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Free parking Pets allowed Restaurant Private bathroom View Free WiFi Shower Flat-screen TV Family rooms Room service

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations

The Jolly Sportsman in Lewes offers family rooms with garden views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a private entrance, walk-in shower, and free WiFi.

Dining Experience

Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, featuring lunch and dinner. Breakfast options include full English, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free selections with warm dishes, juice, and fruits.

Wellness and Leisure

The hotel provides wellness packages, an outdoor seating area, and a sun terrace. Additional facilities include a bar, live music, and bicycle parking.

Location and Attractions

Located 9 km from Lewes Castle and 34 km from London Gatwick Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Glyndebourne Opera House (14 km) and Brighton Marina (22 km). Free on-site private parking is available.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Please inform The Jolly Sportsman in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• Please inform The Jolly Sportsman in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

• Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Legal information

This property is managed by The Jolly Sportsman.

Located in Lewes, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Jolly Sportsman

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Jolly Sportsman is 6.6 km from the center of Lewes.
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

342 reviews

N

Niamh

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
9.0
+ Well kept, cosy, clean, lovely property. Well kept, cosy, clean, lovely property.
- Not so much the property, but the restaurant/pub area could do with some background music - it’s very quiet at dinner and breakfast. Not so much the property, but the restaurant/pub area could do with some background music - it’s very quiet at dinn...

young couple · King Room

R

Rosemary

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
9.0
+ Food at dinner and at breakfast was excellent. Beef and stilton pie stood out in particular. Loved the open fire in the bar. I imagine it is a great place in summer - gardens look great. Food at dinner and at breakfast was excellent. Beef and stilton pie stood out in particular. Loved the open fire in...
- Nothing really. Shame there aren't two big rooms, but not much you can do about that. Nothing really. Shame there aren't two big rooms, but not much you can do about that.

review category group of friends · King Room

Facilities of The Jolly Sportsman

Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Room service Internet services Parking Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Wellness

  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Massage

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live music/performance
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Health & Safety

  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for The Jolly Sportsman

9.1

Superb

342 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.7
Facilities 9.3
Cleanliness 9.5
Comfort 9.5
Value for money 8.8
Location 9.2
Free Wifi 7.5

Score distribution

Superb
261
Good
70
Okay
7
Poor
2
Very poor
2

Scores by traveler type

Solo travelers 9.4
Families 9.3
Couples 9.1
Business travelers 9.0
With friends 9.5

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Guest reviews

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Niamh

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
King Room King Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Well kept, cosy, clean, lovely property.
− Not so much the property, but the restaurant/pub area could do with some background music - it’s very quiet at dinner and breakfast.
R

Rosemary

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
King Room King Room 1 week ago review category group of friends
+ Food at dinner and at breakfast was excellent. Beef and stilton pie stood out in particular. Loved the open fire in the bar. I imagine it is a great place in summer - gardens look great.
− Nothing really. Shame there aren't two big rooms, but not much you can do about that.
P

Peter

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
King Room King Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Great hidden Gem. The room was massive and tastefully decorated good car parking with plenty of room. The food was excellent and the best breakfast ever. The staff were lovely.
− N/A
J

John

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
King Room King Room 2 weeks ago young couple
+ It was a delightful setting , the food was excellent, and staff were great
− It was all just lovely
S

Suzanne

🇳🇿 New Zealand

9.0
Superior King Room Superior King Room 3 weeks ago young couple
+ Fantastic room and very good staff