The White Hart - A Heartwood Inn

Hotels
High Street , Lewes , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well located
Cosy room with nice touches
Lovely communal areas
Beautiful views from the sun terrace
Cons:
Parking could be a challenge without a plan

Categories

Cleanliness
9.4
The accommodation was comfortable and clean.
Service
9.86
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.4
Well located, right on top of the castle.
Room Quality
9.54
The cosy room had nice touches.
Amenities
9.38
Lovely communal areas.
Value for Money
9.84
Pleasantly surprised by the quality for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Nice edible treats to welcome you.
Overall Experience
9.96
Lovely stay, would definitely stay here again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:26

Property Description

Dating back to the 16th century, this former coaching inn rests in the heart of the picturesque and historic Lewes. The The White Hart offers modern facilities, whilst keeping its old world charm.

Historical Significance: The White Hart is known as the cradle of American Independence, where Thomas Paine's radical policies were born, shaping history.

Charming Atmosphere: Wood panelling, oak beams, and open fireplaces create a cozy and welcoming vibe for guests.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy a restaurant and lounges, reflecting a perfect blend of old-world charm with modern comfort.

To immerse yourself in history and comfort at The White Hart, book now.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.4
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 9.54
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.84
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.96
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Dr. Benedikt • solo_traveller • de
8
Cons:

There was no chair in the room. Would have been nice to have a place to sit other than the bed.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Midgley • couple • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent. Location is ideal.
Staff seriously inefficient. They were unable to remember who was where (we booked three rooms for members of our family).

Cons:

Please see above. Some of the staff (not all) behaved as if they were forced to look polite, which they did, but with zero actual motivation to be helpful.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Nuala • couple • gb
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Lyda • couple • nl
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Dr Sylvia • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tani • solo_traveller • ca
10
Warm and welcoming
Cons:

The room was fantastic - quiet, cosy. beautifully thought out for guests with a view and an excellent mattress for my back.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • solo_traveller • gb
5
Lovely historic building but average hotel
Pros:

Wonderful historic building with masses of old world atmosphere - wood panelling, sloping floors. Very comfortable beds and bedding. Really good shower. Nice espresso coffee at breakfast. Nice light room for breakfast. Chocs/sweets a nice touch.

Cons:

Expensive for what it was. Coffee machine but no pods. Breakfast - poor croissant, tough scrambled egg and the toast it was on was brick hard. Serving of toast was very dry. Superficially the hotel had been decorated but when you look all the paintings are just digital prints - couldn't they find any real ones? Room 2 - window was absolutely filthy on the outside, bathroom needs a coat of paint, loo needs a descale.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
6
Pros:

The room was very very small and hot. Needed at least a fan. The breakfast waiter was very grumpy and the yoghurt pot really small

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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james • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff and good food; Excel location

Cons:

Room 17 was very hot

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • ie
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • couple • gb
10
Lovely room in a great spot
Pros:

Lovely renovation. Room was quirky but well thought out. Comfy bed, sofa, fridge and coffee maker. Nice to have voiles/nets and heavy curtains. Portable air conditioner was a bonus in the heatwave. Nice view through to the terrace at breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Samer • couple • ae
5
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Gugge • couple • dk
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
10
Nice way to celebrate a birthday was given drink vouchers the sun terrace and views was lovely especially given the hot
Pros:

Sun terrace good food breakfast

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
7
Good location, hotel needs a lift and a more expansive breakfast offering
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

We are both in our 70’s but we were allocated a top floor room and there was no lift!! The stairs were a struggle.
Breakfast was limited with no fruit or cereal offered but only fruit juice and a good main course. Very disappointing and not too much to ask of an otherwise decent hotel.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • couple • gb
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Celio • extended_group • gb
4
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee