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The Alfriston

Property class: 4

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and towels, surrounded by a stone wall with vines.
A large, traditional brick building with a well-maintained lawn and garden.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two cushioned chairs, a table with glasses, and a hanging lamp.
A cozy room with a fireplace, patterned wallpaper, and a bench with magazines.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$354
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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Seaford Road, Alfriston, Polegate, England, BN26 5TW
  • Place, St Andrew Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Drusillas Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The English Wine Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic

A neatly arranged bedroom with a patterned wallpaper, a framed artwork above the bed, a bedside lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books and a glass.

Classic

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Heritage

A neatly made bed with two pillows, a dark headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Heritage

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Culture

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture, and a bookshelf.

Culture

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

Sussex

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Family

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Gyles Suite

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows and a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp and a bottle, and a wall with a floral wallpaper pattern.

Gyles Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lawrence Suite

A bed with a floral headboard, a wooden nightstand with a bottle and glasses, and a patterned pillow.

Lawrence Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Dene Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, a green sofa, a red ottoman, and a nightstand with lamps.

Dene Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Champion Suite

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a patterned sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Champion Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cozy

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Cozy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Cottage Family

A neatly made bed with two pillows, a dark headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Cottage Family

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Coach House

A neatly made bed with two pillows, a dark headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Coach House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand.

Cottage Classic

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Cottage Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window, and patterned wallpaper.

Cottage Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Alfriston

At The Alfriston you'll be steps from St Andrew Church and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Drusillas Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Deans Place, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the steam room and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Polegate hotel, attractions include South Downs National Park and Beachy Head.

What's nearby

  • St Andrew Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Drusillas Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The English Wine Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Beachy Head - 22 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 24 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Berwick Station - 4 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Plough - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cinque Ports - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steamworks Seaford - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Explorers Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪cadence clubhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Alfriston

The Alfriston offers its guests an outdoor pool and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Alfriston. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Polegate hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1300
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Alfriston offers 35 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Deans Place

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1300
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per day.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Deans Place Polegate
Deans Place Hotel
The Alfriston Hotel
The Alfriston Polegate
The Alfriston Hotel Polegate

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Alfriston?

The Alfriston offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alfriston?

As of 15 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alfriston on 3 Dec 2026 start from NZ$354, 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.

Is parking available at The Alfriston?

Yep, The Alfriston has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Alfriston?

The closest beach to The Alfriston is Brighton Beach (19.6 km).

Does The Alfriston have a pool?

The Alfriston has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does The Alfriston serve breakfast?

Yeah, English brekkie is offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Alfriston?

No, The Alfriston does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Alfriston?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alfriston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Alfriston?

Dogs are welcome at The Alfriston, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Alfriston Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 294 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing stay staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a home from home with a luxury spa, Lovely staff and excellent food, it’s definitely worth the money. Lovely friendly atmosphere, gorgeous grounds and fabulous staff, I wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff made this hotel stand out. Perfect location for Glyndebourne.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great option in the area. We loved the pool and it wasn't too busy on the weekdays. It is an easy location in walking distance of some great sites. Very dog and kid friendly. It was a little expensive for what was on offer and the breakfast could be improved but other than that no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was wonderful, lovely bedroom and the check in staff were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was clean and very comfortable with good amenities. Food was very good, both dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel with personal touches, efficient check in and lovely amenities such as the pool and gardens
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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An excellent choice on our part!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay lovely pool. Good service. Will come back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff 10 out 10 breakfast nice outdoor pool cold could do with a hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing welcome, lovely staff, beautiful grounds ! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had it all. Great position to Alfriston high street. 6 mins walk. Alongside Cuckmere river and walks. Pool and spa are brilliant. Can’t wait to go again. Food brilliant. Staff so good. Can’t praise it enough. Maybe rooms need air con due to this very hot weather.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Incredible location, lovely staff and cosy room. The staff really made this place that extra bit special, they were so attentive and chatty it was lovely to talk to all of them. They really made our stay so much better than just the hotel itself which was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous interiors, great attention to detail, staff were faultless
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Nice additional touches like the 4pm pour (free wine for hotel guests). Easy walk into the village or out into the gorgeous countryside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved every moment of our stay at The Alfriston.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay. The family room was excellent and our kids loved the heated outdoor pool which we used when in February! The staff were lovely and we appreciated the little touches like snacks to take on our walks and home baked cookies. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, with good staff. Ideal for exploring the South Downs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff all excellent - service fantastic throughout stay from dinner to breakfast, in the spa etc. Room was spotless and hotel in general also clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with fabulous design, brilliant people and gorgeous setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful pool, had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023