Amberley Castle

Hotels
Andrew Brownsword Hotels
9.4 (117 reviews)
Nr Arundel, Arundel, England, BN18 9LT , Arundel , GB

Facilities

Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Free newspapers in lobby
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Beautiful location
Castle experience
Cons:
Service issues
High dining prices
Noise from lobby

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
General clean but noise from lobby may affect perception.
Service
8.77
Some service issues mentioned, but staff was friendly.
Location
10
Amazing location with beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
9.31
Room was nice but not outstanding. Some complaints about noise.
Amenities
9.76
Good amenities, although a mini fridge would have been nice.
Value for Money
8.79
Expensive for what it offers, especially dining.
Food and Beverage
10
Food was a highlight of the stay, enjoyed the dining experiences.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall, a very enjoyable stay despite some service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:40

Property Description

Stunning Views and Cozy AmenitiesWitness the beauty of the garden while enjoying the complimentary wireless internet and the cozy fireplace in the lobby. Indulge in a delicious meal at the hotel's restaurant or opt for convenient room service. Conclude your day with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, creating unforgettable memories.

Convenient Features for Your ComfortBenefit from amenities such as complimentary newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Host successful events with 3 meeting rooms and make use of free onsite parking. Relax in one of the 19 guestrooms with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs and designer toiletries.

Explore the SurroundingsSituated near attractions like River Arun and Amberley Working Museum, Amberley Castle offers easy access to various landmarks. Discover the charm of Arundel just a short drive away, with Goodwood Motor Circuit and Goodwood House also within reach.

Book your stay at Amberley Castle for an unforgettable experience amidst picturesque surroundings.

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 117 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 8.77
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.31
Amenities: 9.76
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Christopher
10
Pros:

Yes parking easy + service 5*

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Sally partner
10
Pros:

Wonderful stay at Amberley Castle, park on site, lovely staff, very friendly and helpful, food was very good, room lovely with a Dyson hairdryer and Nespresso coffee machine.
Would definitely visit again

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Steven partner
10
Pros:

Awesome property. Lovely grounds, great rooms, fantastic food and superb service. We would thoroughly recommend staying here !

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Tracey partner
10
Pros:

Parking was easy, staff friendly and food excellent. For us, we could have used a mini fridge.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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COURTLAND
10
Pros:

I was there to critique the food for a five star accommodations. For a 900 year-old facility a castle in England I was pleased.

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
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William partner
10
Pros:

Exceptional property with great food and staff in a beautiful rural setting,

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
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Nick partner
6
Pros:

Great hotel, and great surroundings. That said, service can be much improved. 1) Wifi in the room didn’t work and staff didn’t know how to fix it. They had to wait for their manager who would only be there the next day. 2) we had dinner in the restaurant and don’t think I’ve ever had a slower service… For example, took them 40mins to bring out the bread. For a 3 course meal, we were at the table for 3h.. Some people just left because they didn’t want to wait anymore. We complained and they waived the service charge. They need to look at their staffing levels/training.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
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Tessa partner
8
Pros:

This was expensive for what it was, even for a castle stay. The room was nice, but not outstanding for the price. The staff were friendly, the bed was comfy, the grounds were cute. For what you pay, would be nice to receive complimentary drink of arrival or something. Don't do dinner here, so completely over priced (yes, I know you are paying more for a castle, but even then - we spent about $500AUD on a OK dinner, it was crazy!)

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Gayle family
10
Pros:

Great stay! Was upgraded to nicer room on arrival. Comfy beds, lux bathroom, tea/coffee and fresh baked cookies - heaven! Walked to Amberley Black Horse pub for drinks & snacks (and board games) then back to hotel for their 5 course tasting menu - most enjoyable!

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
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stephanie family
8
Pros:

We enjoyed the castle experience, but our room was by the front desk/lobby and we heard everything that was going on there until late and early in the morning. I paid additional for an extra bed which came as a cot, small, thin mattress, uncomfortable! The food however was the highlight of our stay, do stay for tea time and dinner it’s well worth it!

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Great stay
Pros:

Amazing location, hotel set at a very high standard. Nice food and friendly staff.

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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David
10
Pros:

We stayed for one night in a standard room, which was very comfortable and spacious, with a view of the extensive grounds. The buildings and gardens are beautiful and the staff friendly and attentive. Our room was below a family room which unfortunately for us was occupied by children who jumped around and slammed doors until gone 1am, and I’m assuming it was the children! Not the hotel’s fault of course but noteworthy. Breakfast was good, served at the table. There were two waiters - a highly experienced man, who was excellent, and another one who was either very inexperienced or having a bad day. Coffee was brought full of grounds and had to be sent back, and my partner’s cooked breakfast was plonked on the table before she’d finished eating some porridge. Not the service I’d expected. Despite our experiences, I would still recommend Amberley Castle as a great place to stay as it oozes charm - and you’re unlikely to have kids bouncing around in the room above you, or meet that particular waiter.

2025-06-23 via Nuitee
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Nick partner
8
Pros:

Really lovely castle! Rooms are charming, grounds are lovely and the breakfast was nice. The TVs in the room were smart TVs but didn't work with the internet, and it would have been nice to have fridges in the rooms.

2025-06-08 via Nuitee
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Carol partner
10
Pros:

This was a stay in a lovely castle! There are ruins on the property but it adds to the charm. The grounds are maintained beautifully, our room was gorgeous, comfortable and well appointed. The staff could not be more professional, thoughtful and helpful. We had a lovely dinner and delicious breakfast in the castle’s hall. This stay has been on my bucket list for many years and Amberley castle fulfilled it perfectly!

2025-05-28 via Nuitee
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Robert family
10
Pros:

Absolutely excellent. Everything was perfect and thoroughly enjoyable Thank you to all the staff

2025-05-07 via Nuitee
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paul partner
10
Pros:

All of it

2025-04-23 via Nuitee
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Jennifer
8
Pros:

A delightful castle. Easy parking. Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was very clean, with a huge bed and lots of toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities.
Unfortunately my stay was spoilt by the fact that I had a ground floor room and could hear the person ( probably a man) thumping around in the room above me. It went on both evenings and I even knew what time the person got out of bed in the morning and started thumping around before going to breakfast.

2025-04-22 via Nuitee
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Kathleen
10
Neat small castle to stay in
Pros:

Beautiful location, great staff and accommodations, wonderful breakfast with lots of choices. Loved the green juice! Easy walk to nearby small village with a high end provisions store and a restaurant the Black Horse. If not driving good access to taxi services and limited uber.

2025-04-13 via Nuitee
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Jennifer
10
Pros:

Beautifully restored small historical castle. Lovely clean fresh rooms. Helpful staff.
Ideal for a visit to Arundel Castle which is about 5 miles away.

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
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Phillip friends
10
Pros:

2nd visit to Amberley Castle and a wonderful place to stay and dine for a special occasion.

The service was excellent as was the ambience.

2025-03-03 via Nuitee