Ashdown Park Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1234 reviews)
Ashdown Park, Wych Cross , Forest Row , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Beautiful location
Cleanliness of rooms
Quality of food
Cons:
Dated rooms
High prices for some amenities
Minor issues with check-in process

Categories

Cleanliness
8.71
Most reviews mention the hotel is spotlessly clean.
Service
8.88
Staff were incredibly helpful, polite, and friendly.
Location
8.82
Beautiful location and stunning surroundings were frequently praised.
Room Quality
8.07
Rooms were spacious, but some comments mentioned they were dated or had issues.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities such as the spa and gym received positive mentions.
Value for Money
7.86
Some items, like breakfast, were considered overpriced for the value.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Food quality was mentioned as excellent, but some wished for more variety.
Overall Experience
8.28
Overall enjoyable stay despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:06

Property Description

Luxurious 19th-Century Mansion in Ashdown Forest

Spa and Fine Dining
Indulge in luxury at the spa and enjoy delectable meals at the award-winning Anderida Restaurant with live piano music.

Recreational Activities
From golfing on the 18-hole course to relaxing in the indoor pool, playing tennis, or exploring jogging trails, there's something for every guest.

Elegant Rooms with Spectacular Views
Relax in style in individually styled rooms offering Molton Brown toiletries, plush bathrobes, and captivating views of the hotel grounds.

Experience the charm of Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Dinner: Should you wish to dine at the hotel, advance booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Dinner inclusive rates include dinner to the value of £50 per adult to be taken in either restaurant.

Please note that dogs will incur an additional charge of £25 per night with a maximum of one dog per room. We have a limited number of dog friendly rooms which are subject to availability. Dogs can not be accommodated in Classic Parkland Views, Junior Suites or Suites.

Children - unless otherwise specified, our children's rates are inclusive of accommodation and full English breakfast. All other meals will be charged as taken.

Please note that dogs will incur an additional charge of £25 per night with a maximum of one dog per room. Dogs can not be accommodated in Classic Parkland Views, Junior Suites or Suites.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1234 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.71
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 8.28
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Robin couple gb
9
Excellent hotel staff excellent food excellent room excellent
Pros:

The setting was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Anne couple gb
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Diane solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

The location, the character of the hotel, the service, the food, the incredibly attentive staff...

Cons:

Being of an age when joints are very creaky the lack of a lift was a little challenging.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children gb
9
Pleasant stay lovely location
Pros:

The location is beautiful

Cons:

The room was a bit old and the restaurants should open a bit earlier for lunch or at least the room service should start earlier than 12,00. We struggled with the timing of lunch and dinner for our little one.
Also it would be nice to have a play area for kids outside even just a swing or a slide.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
A relaxing overnight stay.
Pros:

Staff were excellent. Location is wonderful. Food in the Forest Brasserie where we ate was excellent, as were the staff. Parking was easy and plentiful.

Cons:

Our room (no 48) was located as far from reception as it was possible to be, up numerous flights of stairs (no lift). Not great when you're in your 70's. It seemed unnecessary to be put there when the hotel was extremely quiet. The shower was extremely small and made showering very difficult due to a lowered roof in part.

The hotel was very very quiet with very few apparent guests. That of itself is not a criticism but a little background music would have added some atmosphere to the lounge (and the bar, where we were told the sound system was not working).

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
7
An enjoyable stay in a fantastic building, lovely grounds with attentive staff.
Pros:

An incredible building with lots to explore in and around the property, and some great facilities.
The staff are wonderful, very attentive and happy to help.
Breakfast is amazing, we had everything we wanted at breakfast.
Room was very clean, comfortable and tidy but the decoration little tired.
We had drinks at the cocktail bar but thought £23.01 for a pint of lager and a G&T was rather on the steep side.
However, we had a lovely couple of nights.

Cons:

Bar prices should be easier to see

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
9
Great place to go to if you’re wanting to impress someone
Pros:

Fantastic location with the Ashdown Forest Centre opposite. Very pleasant grounds. Excellent choice with the meals. Helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing negative to mention.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Natasha couple gb
8
Gorgeous property with outstanding views and local countryside
Pros:

Stunning period property with outstanding views.
Excellent breakfast

Cons:

Small double bed although we did have a large bathroom!

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Jackie solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Excellent all round

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Jodie couple gb
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo_traveller gb
8
Cons:

It was such hot weather and my room was far too hot. (Right at the top and the curtains had been left open before I arrived so all surfaces were radiating heat). The dining room windows weren’t open to allow a breeze through until the third day of my stay

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Dina family_with_children gb
7
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Geraldine couple gb
8
Served the purpose for a wedding we attended at rosewood wedding venue
Pros:

The grounds where fantastic

Cons:

Our room was up three flights of stairs and no lift
Check it was a nightmare we couldn’t check in till 5pm as it was so busy
Appreciate it was a bank holiday and every busy but more bar staff were needed

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Milyausha solo_traveller ru
7
During hot weather better to book suits. Location and surroundings are amazing
Pros:

Location is amazing, beautiful gardens, surrounded with forest.

Cons:

There is no air conditioning except in the most expensive rooms, which makes it impossible to stay there in hot weather. The fan provided does not really help.

The suite with air conditioning had an unpleasant smell — possibly pet urine, as these suites seem to be intended for guests travelling with dogs. The large bed was actually made up of two smaller beds pushed together, and the gap between them became wider during the night. The carpet also had visible stains.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Marta solo_traveller gb
1
Disappointing
Pros:

We have stayed there for 3 times now - perfect location

Cons:

The room we have booked and asked for didn’t specify our request - we have asked for garden view instead we had a west wing with a tree view and the room was stale - we have asked the reception for change and she said they had no space as having an extra 2 weddings on so no chance on the room changed, when asked for room air fresheners we were told that room service will provide - we have waited till early am - didn’t happened - the room was like a sauna and were told that should be fans - again didn’t happened - ( felt like going to sleep in the car in some point) very disappointed- also jacuzzi is in need of tlc - there were little tiles fallen off laying next to jacuzzi - please sort it! Swimming pool was full of kids and some had peed next to it - shame to parents still - loosing it’s touch - very disappointing as travelling over 2 hours and won’t be going back sadly

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Gary extended_group gb
6
A few Staff wee good but quite a few not good. The Manager was very unhelpful
Pros:

Beautiful setting

Cons:

Tatty - needs a refurb and update

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Deborah solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Miriana solo_traveller mt
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Osama couple sa
6
Perfect except the manger
Pros:

The manager unprofessional lose sense of attitude

Cons:

Location, and hysterical building

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Nicholas couple gb
6
2026-05-29 via Nuitee