In the heart of the business district, The Hickstead Hotel combines modern comforts with traditional charm. Savor a meal at Oak Tree Bistro, unwind in the garden or relax with dry cleaning/laundry services and free WiFi.
Jobs Lane, Bolney, Hickstead, Haywards Heath, England, RH17 5NZ
What's nearby
Bolney Estate Winery - 7 min drive
Hickstead All England Jumping Course - 8 min drive
American Express Community Stadium - 16 min drive
University of Brighton - 16 min drive
University of Sussex - 20 min drive
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 28 min drive
Burgess Hill Wivelsfield Station - 6 min drive
Hassocks Station - 8 min drive
Haywards Heath Balcombe Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
The Sportsman Pub - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 5 min drive
The Woolpack - 3 min drive
Duke of York Inn - 3 min drive
The Castle Inn - 12 min walk
About this property
The Hickstead Hotel
When you stay at The Hickstead Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Oak Tree Bistro, which serves breakfast and dinner. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, German, Portuguese
At a glance
Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site extended parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (700 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1910
Garden
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Edwardian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
24-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Oak Tree Bistro – This bistro serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
The Grange Bar – This bar only serves dinner. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
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.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Hickstead Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Hickstead Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Hickstead Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Hickstead Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hickstead Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Hickstead Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Hickstead Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. The Hickstead Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Hickstead Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Oak Tree Bistro.
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The Hickstead Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
Great stay
Very clean and perfect for our one-night stay! Love staying at the Hickstead.
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 February 2025
always welcoming and attentive
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2025
Overnight stay
Great hotel for our overnight stay. Clean and comfortable.
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
Great stay
Nice stay nice food enjoyed and relaxed thank you to all staff who work hard,
Mrs yvonne
Mrs yvonne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
Nice hotel and good value
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 November 2024
Nice staff and clean rooms
Bob
Bob, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 November 2024
Nice stay and nice staff , couldnt ask for more
Bob
Bob, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2024
We enjoyed our stay
Good breakfast variety
Staff pleasant, friendly and helpful
Would stay again
Anita
Anita, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 September 2024
Very comfortable rooms, good food, plenty of space.
Would definitely recommend.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Good location for day trips
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2024
Very enjoyable experience, will stay again when in the area.
Friendly staff, room a little dated but clean and comfortable.
Great location
Verified traveller
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
19 February 2025
Minimal heating ruined the visit.
The heating is on a very limited timer that is controlled by the hotel. Weather cold enough for cars to be iced up overnight. Very cold in the bedroom. Reported after the first night but there was no difference the following night.
It wasn't a pleasant stay.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2024
Lovely property. Very clean and lovely staff. Would stay again!
Emily Jane
Emily Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
The staff are always very friendly and the rooms are large and comfortable.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Comfortable, homey, clean and quaint! I loved my stay there.
The staff are so kind and helpful and the room was charming and spacious.
They serve delicious food in the dining room and it’s just a great experience all around.
Lane
Lane, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Friendly staff and booking was easy and five stars for breakfast.
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
All aspects of the stay were excellent
Greig
Greig, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 November 2024
Staff were friendly, chose option of breakfast and was a little disappointed, cold and little hard but overall value for what we paid for a nights stay.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Excellent hotel, convenient to where I needed to be and very friendly.
Timothy
Timothy, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 August 2024
Nice clean hotel, good value for money
Adelle
Adelle, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 September 2024
Great 2 night stay visiting family in the area. Room was spacious, bed comfortable and shower was excellent. Plenty of parking and pleasant staff.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 November 2024
Excellent overall
Great service - helpful and kind staff. Lovely clean and spacious room. All good!