The Best South Downs Hotels

beautifully appointed hotel set in quiet countryside offering elegant rooms, a luxurious spa and seasonal dining sourced from local produce

900 years of history are on display at this unique hotel affording guests fine dining and elegant guest rooms that come furnished with antiques

said to be one of England's oldest coaching inns dating back to 1430, history and original features blend with a modern, pampering spa

traditional inn, set in a picturesque village close to the South Downs, with smart, updated interiors and luxurious, well-appointed rooms

a former railway pub set in a carefully updated Victorian building, now a stylish steakhouse, bar and rooms that retains a railway theme

14th century house with a renowned restaurant and elegant rooms set in 4 acres of private grounds that stretch down to the Cuckmere River

in the 12,000 acre Goodwood Estate and offers stylish rooms, fine dining and a host of leisure facilities and outdoor country pursuits

Grade II listed, former coaching inn set in a prominent central spot; well-appointed guest rooms are in the main hotel or a modern wing

a contemporary hotel set on the edges of the South Downs National Park, just 2 miles from Winchester, that makes a handy exploring base

comfortable and well-appointed hotel located in a pretty village with the South Downs on the door step and the coast just a short drive away

600-year-old inn brimming with period features, dine in the oak-panelled restaurant and stay in comfy rooms that retain original wooden beams

inspired by the zoo next door, the hotel is reminiscent of a safari lodge, rooms are located in lodges and there is an African themed restaurant

luxurious hotel placed amidst 400 acres of Hampshire countryside offering a wealth of facilities and experiences to indulge in

with views across to the South Downs, this friendly hotel, set in a 17th-century house, is operated as part of a Learning Disabilities Centre

enjoy relaxing leisure facilities at this hotel, handily located for exploring historic Chichester, the South Downs and the Sussex Coast

a combination of historic manor house - home to the restaurant and bar - and contemporary rooms and leisure facilities in a modern annexe

offers comfortable and stylish accommodation, a character bar, lounge and bar and the A27 location gives easy access to the area's attractions

located in 22 acres of gardens and woodland, a country club hotel with comfortable rooms, fine dining and a range of first class leisure facilities

restored, Queen Anne-style house, dating from 1715, with individually styled rooms, a bistro serving hearty dishes and a walled garden

period grandeur in the rooms and fabulous contemporary bathrooms are a winning style combination in this luxury B&B in the heart of Chichester