The Crab & Lobster

Hotels
9.3 (219 reviews)
Mill Lane Sidlesham , Chichester , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Beautiful location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small room size
WiFi issues
Expensive compared to similar hotels

Categories

Cleanliness
9.44
The rooms were spacy, well-decorated, and very clean.
Service
9.91
Staff were polite, friendly, and attentive; genuine care for guests was noted.
Location
9.95
The hotel is set in a picturesque area near a nature reserve.
Room Quality
8.9
The room was described as lovely but there were mentions of some being small.
Amenities
8.43
Facilities were adequate, but there were complaints about WiFi access.
Value for Money
8.39
Considered a bit expensive compared to other similar hotels.
Food and Beverage
9.94
Food quality received high praise with several mentions of excellent meals.
Overall Experience
9.41
Overall stay was described as fantastic with multiple positive remarks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 02:06

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Crab & Lobster, a 5-star hotel in Chichester, offers elegant rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs.

Scenic Garden and Dining
Enjoy the serene garden, terrace, and restaurant at the property, perfect for a relaxing evening after exploring Chichester.

Convenient Location
Situated near Chichester Train Station and popular attractions like Goodwood Motor Circuit and Chichester Harbour, this non-smoking hotel provides both comfort and accessibility.

Book your stay at The Crab & Lobster now for a memorable experience in Chichester!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 219 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 9.94
Overall Experience: 9.41
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Off the beaten track but really worth a visit a lovely well maintained pub sat on the edge of the marshlands. The food w
Pros:

Everything about the property was really well done and thought about the rooms were very clean. Couldn’t really fault it.

Cons:

The only thing I could say was a problem is parking they had limited amount of space get there early if you want to space or your parking on the road Though that’s not really a problem

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Noelle • couple • gb
10
Food was reallly good & the staff were fab, definitely will go back to this charming place
Pros:

The location was perfect for a quiet relaxing stay.
Food great & staff were so friendly, the service was amazing .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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gordon • couple • gb
10
Most enjoyable stay
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Alice • solo_traveller • gb
10
A perfect place for a weekend break
Pros:

Staff were charming and helpful. Exceptional breakfast. Charming little touches. Had a very happy 2 days. Fantastic location

Cons:

Car park is small fir popular place but there is roadside parking nearby

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The little touches in the room and they went above and beyond when we had an early start the next day so would miss breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Lyle • couple • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful, quiet location with some interesting history behind it. Plus great food for both dinner and breakfast.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • gb
9
Lovely quiet place in a beautiful area with great food and lovely staff.
Pros:

Excellent food and very friendly staff.

Cons:

The TV!

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
9
Lovely relaxing stay
Pros:

The restaurant and location

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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dahlia • couple • gb
10
Restful, comfortable, excellent customer care and and beautiful setting
Pros:

Fantastic and attentive staff, gorgeous room and excellent food (chefs were able to adjust the menu for my needs)

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Simon esq • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The food in the restaurante is worth a detour very delicious

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
10
Beautiful setting and incredible food!
Pros:

Hospitality was amazing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
8
Fantastic venue but a bit pricey!
Pros:

The location is great although a little bit isolated. The room was lovely as was the restaurant and outside terrace. Staff really friendly and helpful.

Cons:

For me the cost was a bit excessive £271 for what was basically a room and breakfast! Car park is very small but secure.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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anthony • couple • gb
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee