American Express Community Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
University of Sussex - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
Brighton Marina - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Brighton Pier - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Brighton Beach - 18 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Brighton Falmer Station - 4 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Woodingdean Fish Bar - 1 min walk
Subway - 7 min drive
American Express UK - 5 min walk
Brighton & Hove Albion FC Players Lounge - 4 min drive
Fox on the Downs - 3 min drive
About this property
The Downs Hotel
Inn near American Express Community Stadium
Free breakfast, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Downs Hotel. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
Luggage storage, multilingual staff and wedding services
Smoke-free property and karaoke
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free breakfast available
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
No lift
More
Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
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
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Downs Brighton
Downs Hotel Brighton
The Downs Hotel Inn
The Downs Hotel Brighton
The Downs Hotel Inn Brighton
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at The Downs Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Downs Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Downs Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Downs Hotel located?
Situated in Brighton, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Brighton Racecourse, American Express Community Stadium and University of Sussex. Roedean School and Queens Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
The Downs Hotel Reviews
Reviews
6.6
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Basic, cheap but clean accommodation, perfect for a 1 or 2 night stay. I didn’t eat here so can’t comment on the food.
Walking distance to local shops and various takeaways, petrol station just down the road and bus stop right outside.
Large car park.
Beautiful views of the coastline.
Would consider staying here again.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
4/10 Poor
Louise
1 Apr,2022
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointing!
I had booked a room which included cooked breakfast. On arrival was told no chef no food. I was handed a breakfast bag containing a croissant, cereal bar, cocoa pops (i must of looked 5 years old) and half carton of milk which was warm by the morning. No apology no offer of a refund. Small towel was discoloured and shower head was rusty. All in all not impressed at all!!
The staff were very friendly and the hotel room was quite clean but the building itself was quite run down and not particularly clean. The bedroom windows were covered in bird poo. I think it was a reasonable price for 3 people to stay there and there was plenty of car parking space but if you want a fancy hotel this isn’t it.
I booked the room late as it advertised a restaurant - not available due to staff shortages and no notification before, during or after booking. Not impressed.
The room was cold - there was a second heater so that tells the story and the bathroom was freezing so that where the extra heater went.
The room and bathroom condition was poor.
It advertised free wifi but it was impossible to connect and I was next to the main building (pub) - not impressed.
Free parking was useful.
I left before breakfast which I expected but start time is 08:00 which is quite late.
I would not stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ester
Business traveller
26 Jan,2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Ester
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
4/10 Poor
matthew
Business traveller
26 Jan,2022
Stayed in one of the small solo rooms while travelling for business, although the staff were friendly and the breakfast very nice not much else good can be said.
No evening food was being served although it was advertised online and outside
The room opened to the smoking area, the loud locals can't be helped but the small blind gave little privacy.
The water temperature was lukewarm at best and the door to the bathroom struck the bed every time it was opened
I'm sure the more expensive rooms are fine but for a single traveller, I would avoid
matthew
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
6/10 Okay
Eleanor
24 Jan,2022
Liked: Staff & service
Eleanor
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
6/10 Okay
andrew
Business traveller
14 Jan,2022
No food at the inn
No evening food available due to no kitchen staff. No mention of this at booking, room very basic and consistent noise from something throughout the night.
Breakfast was available and the guy was lovely and breakfast ok.
Good service, clean, public transport close by!!! Thank you
Lyn
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Guy
7 Dec,2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A pleasant surprise
Chose this hotel because of a) its proximity to Sussex University and b) the low price.
My modest expectations were exceeded: the staff were really friendly and helpful, the bar was pleasant, and the room - while small and slightly shabby - was very clean.
My only criticism is that breakfast didn't start until 9am on Saturday (an hour after I had to leave) so I missed starting the day with a full English.
Guy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Mike
6 Dec,2021
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great value for money, super friendly staff and would say price point spot on.
Even had a lovely sea view, which was a great surprise
Would not and could not fault the Downs hotel. Was absolutely perfect for my needs. Great value for money, friendly staff, lovely cooked breakfast, and free on site parking. I regard this place as a real find and will be booking again :)
Hotel was shabby from outside... An old pub which could do with updating. Room was nice and clean and modern and very comfortable. Full English breakfast was good in morning. Staff friendly. Noisy road at front so need windows shut at night. All in all a nice affordable stay thank you.