The Best South Downs Budget Hotels

recommended two star and other cheap hotels across the South Downs


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Chalk Farm

Eastbourne

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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

The Castle Inn

Bramber

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on the edge of the South Downs, this charming inn features a bar full of character, well-appointed bedrooms and a choice of places to eat

The Angel

Privett

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popular pub and lodge style accommodation situated on the A32 between Alton and West Meon amidst the South Downs countryside

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handily located stopover hotel set within Services just off the A27 with Arundel, Littlehampton and the South Downs just a short drive away

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traditional hotel located close to Preston Park away from Brighton's bustling centre yet on a regular and conveient bus route into the city

George & Dragon Inn

Chichester

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cosy and individually styled rooms are located in a converted stable block at this relaxed, town centre pub and smokehouse

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features vibrant and colourful guest rooms and vibrant cafe bar serving a modern bistro food menu and a good selection of real ales and wines

The Labouring Man

Coldwaltham

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traditional village pub with a friendly atmosphere - offers stylish, well appointed rooms, good home cooked food, real ales and fine wines

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enjoy a great meal at this friendly inn featuring a Thai restaurant with a range of authentic dishes, and stay in one of the stylish apartments

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traditional pub offering a handy, central location, simple style rooms, bar meals and an outside deck area adorned with floral displays in summer

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this friendly village alehouse serves tasty food too, and offers delightful rooms and a suite - all with beams, period features and crisp linen

The White Hart

Holybourne

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a comfortable inn located on Alton's fringes, popular with locals and visitors alike, with sensitively-updated, bright and airy guest rooms

Ye Olde George Inn

East Meon

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atmospheric, 15th century coaching inn set in a charming village nestled in the South Downs - guest rooms are inviting, cosy and comfortable

YHA South Downs

Beddingham

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refurbished Sussex farmhouse set in extensive grounds surrounded by rolling hills yet moments from Southease station for trains to Brighton

YHA

Truleigh Hill

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located in a lofty spot directly on the South Downs Ways with scenic views all around - has bright, simple rooms and dormitories and tents

Chichester Inn

Chichester

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traditional, city cente pub located inside the old walls and within a short walk of Chichester Cathedral and the Festival Theatre

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with a restaurant serving British cuisine, this friendly inn, with modern rooms, sits just over a mile from the town centre

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traditional inn dating back to the 14th century, now the focal point of pretty Alfriston - regular events, home-cooked food and a garden feature

The Downs Hotel

Woodingdean

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traditional, family-run pub located on Brighton's fringes close to surrounding countryside and two and a half miles from the city centre

Robin Hood Inn

Rowlands Castle

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traditional pub set overlooking the green in a pretty village on the edge of the South Downs - locally sourced produce features on the menu

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ideal base for touring and just a short walk from the main railway station

Trents

Chichester

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traditional, friendly inn set in the heart of Chichester with tastefully furnished guest rooms and a lively bar and courtyard terrace

French Horn

Alton

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accommodation in a cosy garden chalet is on offer at this friendly pub which specializes in serving Italian and seafood dishes

Morleys Rooms

Hurstpierpoint

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in the heart of a picturesque village with many tempting shops, this relaxed bistro also offers light, stylish rooms, thoughtfully equipped

The Dorset

Lewes

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elegant, high ceilinged rooms are a feature of this friendly inn, making a great base from which to explore the Castle or nearby Glyndebourne

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