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Brambletye Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Forest Row with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

Photo gallery for Brambletye Hotel

Bar (on property)
Exterior
30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Standard Twin Room
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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The Square, Forest Road, Forest Row, England, RH18 5EZ
  • Place, Forest Way Country Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashdown Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Family Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Forest Row

At Brambletye Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Forest Way Country Park and within 20 minutes of Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. .With a stay at this 3-property class Forest Row hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from High Weald and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Ashdown Forest.

What's nearby

  • Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ashdown Forest - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Queen Victoria Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Standen House and Garden - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • East Grinstead Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Crowns - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai Time - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Swan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Forest Brasserie - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Brambletye Hotel

Hotel in Forest Row 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. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Brambletye Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Forest Row hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Brambletye Hotel offers 19 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in after 11 PM is not possible.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 2 September 2025 to 31 March 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 1 September 2025 to 17 August 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Brambletye Forest Row
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Brambletye Hotel Forest Row, East Sussex
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Brambletye Hotel?

Brambletye Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Brambletye Hotel?

Yep, Brambletye Hotel has a free self car park.

Is Brambletye Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Brambletye Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brambletye Hotel?

No, Brambletye Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Brambletye Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its dining venue from September 1 2025 until August 17 2027 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Brambletye Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Brambletye Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Brambletye Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

Brambletye Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 253 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Emma

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No staff present on arrival, how to track someone down to help us. He asked no security questions, not asked sign anything, just given a key. The corridors were boiling hot and had a horrid smell. Obviously people had been smoking im the hotel. Room was filthy. Bed linen ok, but the cushions and throw were stained and torn. Hair and scum around the bath. Disgusting toilet brush. The door to the joining room was left open.l and room next door not serviced. Paint and wall paper hanging off walls. Generally just dirty and unclean everywhere. Giant holes in the car park. No warnings. This is going to end with damaged cars or injury. We immediately left could not find anyone again to talk to. So went to find alternative accommodation. Such a shame as it could be lovely. The whole area was buzzing, the 2 pubs opposite were full and there was not a single person in pr around this property. I have since tried reaching out and i have heard nothing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Singularly the worst hotel I have ever been to. I remember the Brambletye in its heyday and the photos looked fabulous (they are obviously very old photos) so, when I had to stay locally I booked without looking at Trip Advisor reviews. Never will I make that mistake again. It looks like nothing has been cared for in decades. Worn carpets, tired woodwork and the unpleasant odour of curry and damp everywhere. My introduction to this monstrosity was via their car park where the bang to my car’s shock absorbers as I descended and rose through ridiculously deep pot holes was so bad I thought I’d hit something. When cars are parked both sides of the entrance you cannot see the potholes until you turn into them. I didn’t take pictures of the hotel as, on a hot 24 degree day I got my key, went towards my allocated room, passing radiators on full blast (!) and entered a room that hasn’t been modernised for well over 20 years. I turned round, exited quickly and gave my key back to the one member of staff and said ‘I cannot stay here, it is absolutely awful’ and got a weak reply of ‘I’m sorry’ and I left. It has taken me 3 weeks and many emails to get a full refund via Expedia through whom I booked and who still show a rating of 7.6 out of 10!despite my complaints. Absolutely avoid. Minus 5 star rating!
First set of very deep potholes as you enter car oark
Second pothole
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zahir

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Virginia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t close window as the handle had come off prior to our stay so the window was open all the time. Yellow stains on bath towels Mould and dirt all over bathroom Stains on bed Very noisy squeaky beds No spoons for tea/coffee and only one cup
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Turned up at 1.30pm and given the room. The room was dark and dingy even with the lights on. The floor and cupboards were dirty, and didn’t want to risk sleeping in the beds. Also, the corridors stank of vomit. The place was up for sale and it was obvious that no money had been spent on the accommodation or rooms. There was no way weee were stopping there. We left and found found another hotel in the next village.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Alright but needs modernising a little

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

K

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

Disgusting

Absolutely disgusting need to wipe your feet on way out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Very basic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect for the price you pay just need to sort out the potholes from the carpark
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet hotel - I put good because the staff were so nice and helpful The room was clean and tidy Comfortable and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Susanne

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Don

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in for sale very run down, mould in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cullen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed clean however the bathroom was not with grime and hair in bath, the whole bathroom needed a good clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
After getting upgraded though a problem with the booking the staff were brilliant and sorted the problem and made us aware of the band that as playing that night of which the loud music would be heard till 1am. Wallpaper hanging off the walls and very small corridors, carpark had massive holes in which scratched the front of the car.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

lee

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checked into alternative hotel due to state of the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was dirty and tried to overcharge at checking in. No food on in the evening and no breakfast available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

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

Don’t bother.

Would not recommend. Very shabby and rundown looking. Bags of laundry littering the hallways. Bedrooms and bathrooms need a complete overhaul.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Gerard

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024