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YHA South Downs

Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, East Sussex, , Lewes, BN8 6JS, United Kingdom – Very good location – show map
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YHA South Downs
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Parking WiFi Family rooms Facilities for disabled guests

About this property

A refurbished Sussex farmhouse, a 5-minute walk from Southease Railway Station, YHA South Downs is set in extensive grounds and has an on-site restaurant and colourful, modern bedrooms.

Luggage storage and a laundry service are available to guests. Packed lunches can be made on request.

Most of the rooms at YHA South Downs share bathroom facilities. Some are private and some feature an en suite bathroom.

Surrounded by the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, this YHA is only a 25-minute drive from Brighton. Just 8 minutes away on the train is Lewes, County Town of Sussex with a Norman castle and cobbled streets.

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 8.0 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.

Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.

Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with matching name and address at check-in.

Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.

Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.

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

• Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

• Please inform YHA South Downs 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.

Legal information

This property is managed by YHA South Downs.

Located in Lewes, United Kingdom.

FAQs about YHA South Downs

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
YHA South Downs is 5.0 km from the center of Lewes.
Room options at YHA South Downs include:
  • 2 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 4 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite
  • 5 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 2 Bed Camping Pod
  • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
  • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.0 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.1

Very good

541 reviews

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Steven

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 days ago
8.0
+ Everything was great except the room was not very warm Everything was great except the room was not very warm
- Everything was great except the room was not very warm Everything was great except the room was not very warm

family with young children · 3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

S

Sally

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 weeks ago
8.0
+ We stayed in a pod at the hostel. It was a fun eperience. Good to be able to keep the family together rather than in separate rooms. Dinner in the restuarant of fish and chips was excellent. Being able to chill out in the common room with the card games provided was great for unwinding and entertaining for all the family. We stayed in a pod at the hostel. It was a fun eperience. Good to be able to keep the family together rather than in ...
- The pods could not provide a fast charge for my phone, however, this was possible within the main house in the morning. The pods could not provide a fast charge for my phone, however, this was possible within the main house in the morning.

family with young children · Landpod (2 Double Beds)

Facilities of YHA South Downs

Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Restaurant Internet services Parking Family rooms Bar

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Activities

  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking

Media & Technology

  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available

Living Area

  • Parking

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Cashless payment available
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Guest reviews for YHA South Downs

8.1

Very good

541 reviews

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Categories

Staff 9.3
Facilities 8.4
Cleanliness 8.5
Comfort 8.3
Value for money 8.6
Location 8.8
Free Wifi 5.0

Score distribution

Superb
270
Good
215
Okay
39
Poor
7
Very poor
10

Scores by traveler type

Families 8.0
Business travelers 8.3
With friends 8.7
Solo travelers 8.4
Couples 8.0

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Guest reviews

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Steven

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite 3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite 2 days ago family with young children
+ Everything was great except the room was not very warm
− Everything was great except the room was not very warm
S

Sally

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Landpod (2 Double Beds) Landpod (2 Double Beds) 3 weeks ago family with young children
+ We stayed in a pod at the hostel. It was a fun eperience. Good to be able to keep the family together rather than in separate rooms. Dinner in the restuarant of fish and chips was excellent. Being able to chill out in the common room with the card games provided was great for unwinding and entertaining for all the family.
− The pods could not provide a fast charge for my phone, however, this was possible within the main house in the morning.
A

Andy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
4 Bed Double Camping Pod 4 Bed Double Camping Pod 1 month ago young couple
+ Great location on the South Downs Way. The Courtyard Cafe - great value-for-money food. Excellent breakfast. The shower facilities were shared but very good.
− We slept in a pod - pretty basic. Not unexpected, but still basic!
M

Mario

🇧🇪 Belgium

9.0
Landpod (2 Double Beds) Landpod (2 Double Beds) 1 month ago solo traveller
+ Staff was very thoughtful , upon arrival I had first a rest in a beer in the beautiful beer garden. As I had fallen with my bike earlier , staff provided me with some ice. Then they showed me the bike shed , and gave me a tour of the very beautiful property/old farm/location. The lady explained in detail how and when and the history of the farm , and told me to make sure to check out the nice house with lounge , although I slept in pods behind that building , very nice pods , with amazing view in the morning , and nice table in front. I also had very nice dinner and breakfast
− you would not say so , and you don't see it , but nearby is a very busy road , and you can hear it during the night from the pods , just something to reckon with
H

Hendrickx

🇧🇪 Belgium

9.0
6 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom 6 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom 2 months ago family with young children
+ Breakfast was excellent and very reasonably priced.