The Blacksmiths Arms

4.0 star property

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A traditional pub with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a signboard.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with shutters, and wall-mounted lights.
A rural landscape with rolling hills, fields, and scattered trees.
A bed with white linens, a floral pillow, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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London Road, Lewes, England, BN7 3QD
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamsey Island Plague Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Glyndebourne Opera House
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite (Cissbury)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Ensuite (Firle - Four Poster)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Ensuite (Cuckmere - Bedstead)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Ensuite (Stoke)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Lewes

At The Blacksmiths Arms you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Lewes Castle and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Barbican House Museum. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and wedding services. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Lewes B&B include South Downs National Park and Brighton Centre.

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hamsey Island Plague Church - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Brighton Beach - 24 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Brighton Centre - 26 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Lewes Cooksbridge Station - 16 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lansdown Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • Runaway Cafe
  • ‪The Swan Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dorset - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Blacksmiths Arms

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Lewes bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Blacksmiths Arms offers 4 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in hours for this property are 2 PM - 11 PM Monday to Saturday, and 2 PM - 10:30 PM Sunday.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Payment types

Important information

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Blacksmiths Arms?

Yep, The Blacksmiths Arms has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blacksmiths Arms?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blacksmiths Arms on 1 Sept 2026 start from NZ$263, 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 The Blacksmiths Arms?

The closest beach to The Blacksmiths Arms is Brighton Beach (11.5 km).

Is The Blacksmiths Arms family-friendly?

No, The Blacksmiths Arms is an adults-only property.

Does The Blacksmiths Arms serve breakfast?

Sure does, free cooked-to-order brekkie is available at The Blacksmiths Arms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Blacksmiths Arms?

No, The Blacksmiths Arms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Blacksmiths Arms?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Blacksmiths Arms?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Blacksmiths Arms?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Blacksmiths Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 646 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was so helpful and lovely place and the very tidy, food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the lovely Jamaican food and there was a good choice of real ales. Nice friendly atmosphere in a welcoming environment. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dhiraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very comfortable stay Parking available Jas was so welcoming Room was very clean & comfortable Breakfast was good too Will definitely stay here next time we are in Lewes & try out the Rum !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Very good breakfast. Staff service also very good and parking was easy. Bathroom could have been cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean,comfortable room and bathroom. Tea,coffee,water and biscuits as well as toiletries provided . Food and service excellent. Given the usual friendly welcome on arrival. Lovely place to sty
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking at the rear of the pub was easy and secure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s about a 45 minute beautiful walk along the river or a 10-15 minute drive/taxi into Lewes. Lovely spot, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Briony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, super friendly and very kind staff, beautiful location with free parking. Highly recommend! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No curb appeal Looks closed down Tatty pub Very dated room Ok shower at best Very limited menu if you don’t want Jamaican themed food Fantastic friendly staff Very small car park Limited breakfast time just 8am to 9am I would not stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice little pub. Comfy room. Good cooked breakfast with proper coffee and tea. Friendly and kind host.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was quite big but cold. Amenities ok. Breakfast was good but limited.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was amazing and very friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Jamaican vibe, staff friendly and helpful, room good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
bedroom very clean and comfortable and staff very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andy

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

Nice room and excellent breakfast.

An old pub, rooms are nice and the breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, lovely bedroom and a brilliant cooked breakfast in the morning. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was cooked fresh and was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room Excellent friendly owners Amazing Caribbean food Lovely cooked breakfast (I’m a veggie as well)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome with great room and food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great stay

Jazz and Drixi were lovely friendly hosts and very helpful. Our room was lovely and very clean. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025