YHA South Downs - Hostel

Property class: 4
Lewes hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

Choose dates to view prices

YHA South Downs - Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from South Downs National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is CNY247
CNY296 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 12 of 12 rooms

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

A bunk bed room with a sink and a mirror.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

A bunk bed room with a sink and a mirror.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room (2 Bed Private)

A bunk bed with green bedding, a white sink, and an orange accent wall.

Room (2 Bed Private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bunk bed with green pillows and a nightstand with a lamp.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

A bunk bed with green pillows and a nightstand with a lamp.

Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room (4 Bed Private)

A room with bunk beds, a chair, and a desk.

Room (4 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

A bunk bed room with green bedding and a white sink.

Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room (6 Bed Private)

A bunk bed room with a sink and a mirror.

Room (6 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room, Ensuite (6 Bed Private)

A bathroom with a white toilet, a glass-enclosed shower with a blue accent, and a window above the toilet.

Room, Ensuite (6 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room (5 Bed Private)

A bunk bed room with green bedding and a white sink.

Room (5 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

A bunk bed room with green bedding, a blue carpet, and a single orange chair.

Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Tent

A tent with a single bed and two smaller beds.

Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Similar properties

Front of property
The Dorset
Lewes
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 410 reviews
The price is CNY462
CNY555 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
The Dorset
Compare similar properties
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, England, BN8 6JS

What's nearby

  • American Express Stadium - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Brighton Marina - 23 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Brighton Beach - 24 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Brighton Pier - 25 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Brighton Centre - 27 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 46 min drive
  • Southease Station - 3 min walk
  • Lewes Glynde Station - 4 min drive
  • Newhaven Town Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Runaway Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Padella d'Oro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬7 min drive

About this property

YHA South Downs - Hostel

  • YHA South Downs - Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from South Downs National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 17 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday to Thursday (7:30 AM – 10 AM), Sunday to Thursday (3 PM – 10 PM), and Friday to Saturday (3:00 PM – 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 3.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

Property class

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

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

Are pets allowed at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at YHA South Downs - Hostel and nearby?

YHA South Downs - Hostel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA South Downs - Hostel like?

YHA South Downs - Hostel is just a short 3-minute walk from Southease Station.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

YHA South Downs - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for being very good, excellent, and great quality. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfasts and evening meals were very good, with some guests also enjoying the cafe's coffee. (4 reviews)
AI Sparkle Icon
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Report

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
Gardens
Food
Car
Cafes
View
Train station

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Good

Beautiful location however the room was very basic. Mattress was plastic covered and walls scuffed with a well worn carpet. Mould was seen in the paper towel dispenser and the bathroom was old and dated. The room was very hot, which made it difficult to sleep. Positively the coffee in the cafe was delicious. Overall if I had paid £50 for the room I would have been satisfied but the price was double this!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Lovely setting, nice and clean.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Ideal location when tackling the South Downs Way. Staff were very hospitable and helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing breakfast. Great quality to start the day!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

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.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Good self serve breakfast
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Food was fine but local produce /freshly made options would be good vs standard frozen fare.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very well located and very comfortable rooms.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything exelent.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great access to the south downs way
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

everything very clean.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Really convinient location for South downs way walk, very helpful staff, safe, clean and comfortable. Lovely setting and property.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Staff were fabulous. Room was good. The road noise was bad , I had read on previous reviews, and even the ear plugs they very thoughtfully provided couldn’t block it out.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly people, lovely room, great cafe, breakfast and supper, will definitely stay again. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Comfy, friendly, spacious, green!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

It is absolutely unique in its proximity to Southease railway station on the line between Seaford and Lewes/Brighton and its access to the South Downs Way voa the pedestrian footbridge over the A25.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Worth the stay

Staff very helpful as arriving very late. Beautiful position. Very clean. Plenty of amenities. Mattress a little hard
Verified review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified review

2/10 Poor

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.
Verified review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

A beautiful place to stay, the staff were friendly and the rooms were clean. It was really useful that there is a very nearby train station. I enjoyed exploring the incredible nature surrounding the hostel, but a trip into the city was made easy too. I definitely reccomend and i'll be back next time i'm in the area
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great stay for the price

The stay was very good overall for the price. Staff were friendly, the hot full english breakfast was really good, the room was ok all be it a bit on the small side and is just a bumk bed with nothing else, a little table or a stool would have been uswful. The sheets were clean and the beds comfy, only thing was its right next to the road and the cars going by are loud however they did put a pair of ear plugs in the room although this was more for if people snored.