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YHA South Downs - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Lewes with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Building design
Lounge
Property entrance
Shared kitchen
Fireplace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$60
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

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Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, England, BN8 6JS
  • Place, Monk's House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Brighton Marina
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private)

Room (2 Bed Private)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private)

Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shower, soap, toilet paper

Room, Ensuite (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed sheets

Room (5 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Tent

Tent

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

About the area

Lewes

At YHA South Downs - Hostel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Monk's House and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from South Downs National Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Lewes hostel include American Express Stadium and Brighton Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Monk's House - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • American Express Stadium - 13 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Brighton Marina - 22 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Brighton Beach - 23 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Brighton Centre - 26 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Southease Station - 3 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Padella d'Oro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ram Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daisy's Sandwich Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Snowdrop Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

YHA South Downs - Hostel

Hostel in Lewes with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at YHA South Downs - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Lewes hostel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
YHA South Downs - Hostel offers 17 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open from Sunday to Thursday (7:30 AM to 10 AM), Sunday to Thursday (3 PM to 10 PM) and Friday to Saturday (3:00 PM to 10:30 PM)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.75 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA South Downs Hostel Lewes
YHA South Downs Hostel
YHA South Downs Lewes
YHA South Downs
YHA South Downs - Hostel Lewes
YHA South Downs - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA South Downs - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lewes

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Yep, YHA South Downs - Hostel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA South Downs - Hostel on 16 Dec 2025 start from AU$60.30, 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 for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to YHA South Downs - Hostel?

The closest beach to YHA South Downs - Hostel is Brighton Beach (11.1 km).

Does YHA South Downs - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

No, YHA South Downs - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

YHA South Downs - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 83 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ella

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to the south downs way
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hesther

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Comfy, friendly, spacious, green!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope, Penge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast. Great quality to start the day!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

miss r

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location when tackling the South Downs Way. Staff were very hospitable and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country comforts

We loved our x2 night stay in an en-suite room in the long barn. YH combines a peaceful countryside location with everything needed for a comfortable trip. Walked to nearby villages and caught the train from Southease station to get further afield. Staff were really helpful and we enjoyed eating at the cafe during our hassle-free visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

SUI PIK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traffic noise and power failure inside room

the power supply stopped as circuit breaker tripped at around 22:00 .... the electric roof window cannot be closed leaving the room suffered from extremetraffice noise throughout the night. all bedside lights and wall power sockets failed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Suitable room for 3

Beds OK and it was good to have an ensuite. Breakfasts very good and so was the evening meal, despite a long wait. Very convenient for the train.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the South Downs trail, close to a train station or by car. Staff was friendly and nice, and the food was great. I really liked their morning English breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanping

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, could be improved with better mgmt

Beautiful location with lovely views from the garden. Very convenient for Newhaven ferry and for walking on the South Downs. Welcome at check in was not great. Two staff members ignored us whilst taking their time to finish their conversation first. Lack of attention to detail. Light fittings had dozens of dead flies. Not cleaned for months. One ceiling light in our private room did not work. Also one of the bedside lamps didn't work. Bath screen allowed the shower to leak all over the floor and corridor carpet. Bathroom floor was dirty. Kitchen had a faulty cooker. Several spiders in the bathroom and bedroom. We had dinner at restaurant and food was excellent. Such a shame that 3 staff members were chatting with each other and loudly berating previous clients while we were eating. Not a nice atmosphere, unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people, lovely room, great cafe, breakfast and supper, will definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

CLAIRE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Convenient but overpriced

Stayed here whilst walking the south downs way. Food was very good both evening and breakfast. Beds very uncomfortable, plastic matress makes you very hot. Quite noisy as near main road and unmanned railway station next to it means trains use their horns everytime the pass. Charge 4* hotel prices for private room with a bunkbed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really convinient location for South downs way walk, very helpful staff, safe, clean and comfortable. Lovely setting and property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located and very comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022