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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
Fireplace
Shared kitchen
Property entrance
Lounge
YHA South Downs - Hostel offers a peaceful rural getaway with a garden, library, and bar. Enjoy convenient laundry facilities and free self-parking, making it easy to focus on your stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is HK$307
HK$369 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

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Double Room

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

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Room

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

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Room (2 Bed Private)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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

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

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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)

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

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Tent

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

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Room, Ensuite (6 Bed Private)

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

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Room (6 Bed Private)

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

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Room (4 Bed Private)

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

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Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

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

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Room

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

Located in Lewes, YHA South Downs - Hostel is in a rural area and in a national park. While the natural beauty of South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Brighton Marina. Check out an event or a game at American Express Stadium, and consider making time for Brighton Pier, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Itford Farm, Beddingham, Lewes, England, BN8 6JS

What's nearby

  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • American Express Stadium - 11 min drive - 15.5 km
  • University of Sussex - 11 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Brighton Marina - 19 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Brighton Beach - 20 min drive - 24.1 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 Depot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Gardeners Arms - ‬6 min drive

About this property

YHA South Downs - Hostel

Upscale hostel near South Downs National Park
At YHA South Downs - Hostel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a library. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception, 1 meeting room and secured bike storage
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, heating and limited housekeeping

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 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 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 Sunday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 10 AM) and Sunday - Thursday (3 PM - 10 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
Reception hours are 7:30-10 AM and 3-10:30 PM on Friday-Saturday.
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 YHA South Downs - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA South Downs - Hostel on 14 Sept 2025 start from HK$307.29, excluding 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.

How much is parking at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA South Downs - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA South Downs - Hostel located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Monk's House and within 6 miles (10 km) of South Downs National Park and Newhaven Ferry Port. Seaford Beach and Newhaven Fort are also within 6 miles (10 km). Southease Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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