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The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn

High Street, Lewes, BN7 1XE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn
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Pets allowed Restaurant Private bathroom Free WiFi Shower Flat-screen TV Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Golf course (within 3 km) 24-hour front desk

About this property

Dating back to the 16th century, this former coaching inn rests in the heart of the picturesque and historic Lewes. The The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn offers modern facilities, whilst keeping its old world charm.

Rich with history, the hotel is known as the cradle of American Independence, where Thomas Paine forged his radical policies in the debating club of the old inn. His pamphlet "Common Sense" sold half a million copies in 1776 and inspired the Declaration of Independence, signed later that year.

Wood panelling, oak beams and open fireplaces all create a welcoming atmosphere. The The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn has been substantially developed to offer a restaurant and lounges for guests and locals alike. Due to the building's listed status, there is no lift on the premises, and on-site parking is not available.

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

House rules

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 CVC required

Legal information

This property is managed by The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn.

Located in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn is 0.2 km from the center of Lewes, East Sussex.
Room options at The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn include:
  • Fancy
  • Luxe Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.8

Very good

525 reviews

W

Watts

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
9.0
+ Breakfast; location Breakfast; location
- Lack of lift (and lack of information about this: had I known, I would have asked for a first-floor room) Lack of lift (and lack of information about this: had I known, I would have asked for a first-floor room)

solo traveller · Comfy

P

Paraskevi

🇬🇷 Greece

2 weeks ago
10.0
+ Great location, easy to reach from the train station. Very central, shops are in a walking distance. The staff was very friendly and helpful, room was spacious, clean and exceptionally decorated! Make sure to try their Sunday roast if you happen to be there on a Sunday! Great location, easy to reach from the train station. Very central, shops are in a walking distance. The staff was ve...
- Everything was really great, will stay again Everything was really great, will stay again

solo traveller · Snug

Facilities of The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn

Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Internet services Family rooms Bar

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Activities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Media & Technology

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Other

  • Cashless payment available
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • 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 White Hart - A Heartwood Inn

8.8

Very good

525 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.1
Facilities 8.6
Cleanliness 9.0
Comfort 9.1
Value for money 8.0
Location 9.4
Free Wifi 9.0

Score distribution

Superb
327
Good
145
Okay
32
Poor
14
Very poor
7

Scores by traveler type

Families 8.8
With friends 9.5
Business travelers 9.3
Couples 8.8
Solo travelers 8.9

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Guest reviews

W

Watts

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Comfy Comfy 1 week ago solo traveller
+ Breakfast; location
− Lack of lift (and lack of information about this: had I known, I would have asked for a first-floor room)
P

Paraskevi

🇬🇷 Greece

10.0
Snug Snug 2 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Great location, easy to reach from the train station. Very central, shops are in a walking distance. The staff was very friendly and helpful, room was spacious, clean and exceptionally decorated! Make sure to try their Sunday roast if you happen to be there on a Sunday!
− Everything was really great, will stay again
K

Karen

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Comfy Comfy 3 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Very attractive hotel, nice staff, bedroom and evening meal.
− Was awoken by a lot of noise moving furniture around for quite a while about 1-2 am in the morning. We were in room 5 and I'm guessing the noise was from the dining room. Couldn't sleep after that. Shame as the rest of the stay was excellent. However I would recommend.
C

Chris

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Snug Snug 1 month ago solo traveller
+ A very old building nicely refurbished, comfortable with good facilities. The breakfast room / terrace is South facing with an amazing view over the South Downs.
J

John

🇦🇺 Australia

8.0
Comfy Comfy 1 month ago young couple
+ Charming building in the town centre, great view from our upper floor room, very comfortable bed, very friendly and helpful staff, on-site bar, good restaurant.
− These are comments not criticisms - our room was a little small with 3 flights to access and not really anywhere to put bathroom needs. We found public parking a very short walk through Pope's Passage which proved convenient but if navigating the centre of Lewes by car I would plan ahead if possible.