Set amidst a lush garden, Deans Place Hotel offers the perfect haven with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. Guests can enjoy a manager's reception, dry cleaning services, and English breakfast at the on-site restaurant.
At The Alfriston, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Deans Place, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a steam room, and a terrace. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
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
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1300
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Deans Place - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Policies
Parties and events (including other events) are allowed on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property hosts group events on weekends and guests may encounter related noise as a result.
Also known as
Deans Place Polegate
Deans Place Hotel
The Alfriston Hotel
The Alfriston Polegate
The Alfriston Hotel Polegate
Frequently asked questions
Does The Alfriston offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Alfriston 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Alfriston?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Alfriston?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Alfriston?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alfriston?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Alfriston?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Alfriston and nearby?
The Alfriston has an outdoor pool and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Alfriston?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Deans Place.
What's the area around The Alfriston like?
The Alfriston is a short 4-minute walk from St Andrew Church and 8 minutes' walk from Clergy House.
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The Alfriston Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was absolutely delicious and a highlight of the stay. (7 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, offering a wonderful view and a warm, relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Great location and facilities
Richard
Richard, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Amazing place!
Sugathan
Sugathan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 13, 2025
Wonderful hotel with fabulous design, brilliant people and gorgeous setting.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Beautiful property in the countryside. Staff all very welcoming and friendly. Spa facilities were clean and had a very relaxing atmosphere.
We also used the restaurant and the food was amazing.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 28, 2025
Lovely property. The reception
Minette
Minette, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 22, 2023
Wonderful pool, had a great stay.
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 13, 2023
Perfect hotel
Very comfortable hotel in a beautiful location.
The food was excellent, too, can’t fault it.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 17, 2023
Lovely and cosy
Very cosy comfortable and friendly
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 31, 2022
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Loved the breakfast. Set in beautiful surroundings.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 19, 2022
Staff were delightful, friendly and efficient, the hotel and grounds are lovely, breakfast was great (we did not dine) the village gorgeous and we look forward to another visit.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 12, 2022
friendly and accommodating staff
Pierrette
Pierrette, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 21, 2023
RETURN VISIT TO A FIRM FAVORITE
Another stay at Deans place, always an enjoyable place to stay with a warm welcome and excellent staff
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2022
Lovely country house hotel. Food only ok and hotel a bit tatty but location and ambience trumps this
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 29, 2023
Lovely view from ground floor bedroom. Excellent breakfast. Helpful staff
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 1, 2022
Friendly
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Raymond
Raymond, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 4, 2022
Great Stay!
The staff was super helpful and friendly. We arrived late (after 10pm) and had no problems checking in. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Considering we got the economy room, it was very good value for money as very spacious. Lovely breakfast too.
Olivia
Olivia, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 22, 2023
Lovely grounds, public areas. Corridor to downstairs bedrooms needs decorating but bedroom itself very nice.
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 23, 2023
Just lovely slightly shabby chic country house hotel. Stayed many times. Just live it. Dog friendly great for Glyndebourne CHANGE NOTHING.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 19, 2022
Pleasant stay
We stayed for one night. Room was clean and well furnished. Breakfast was good. Staff were nice and friendly. The only thing I would say is bathroom needs some repair and improvement.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 29, 2023
Country house non chic
Been going to Deans Place for years on our annual Glyndebourne visit. It’s just a great country house hotel in a beautiful village in the middle of the S Downs national park. It’s a bit tatty at the edges, the food is predictable and chic it isn’t. We just love it as it is and pray that it does not get boutiqued… for us 5 star
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Sep 16, 2023
Need to sort out water supply not good draining an ocean to get hot water
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jun 18, 2023
Not worth the pricetag
This place is beautiful on the outside, and the experience inside does not match the exterior. Rooms are dated and in need of refurb, and food pretty underwhelming. The price paid for the room is not good value, and they get away with charging this due to the amazing location and setting.
Angus
Angus, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 7, 2023
This was my first visit to this hotel albeit in extreme weather conditions.It was a 1 night business stay. Staff friendly and helpful.Excellent value for money given the facilities in the room and the inclusion of breakfast in the room rate.Only 2 slight niggles - I had a pint og Long Man cask ale which was past its best(only fully realised this when I had a pint of the same beer at a pub in the village.Cost of the evening meal in the restaurant was quite high at ca. £46 (may be an expensive area?) - this was for a pint of beer, a large glass of wine, a starter and a main course at the cheaper end of the menu.However,apart from the aforementioned beer everything was very good.I would certainly recommend this hotel to anyone who needs to stay in the area.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 6, 2024
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 23, 2023
Alfriston stay at Deans Place hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff, great location for the Downs and Cuckmere Valley, had a great stay