Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Excellent location
Cons:
Dirty linens
Maintenance issues
Uncomfortable bathroom facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.31
Concerns about dirty sheets and a need for total room revamp.
Service
9.08
Friendly staff and good service noted across several reviews.
Location
8.82
Excellent location mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.77
Comfortable rooms noted, but with significant concerns regarding maintenance.
Amenities
8.3
General amenities were satisfactory, though improvement noted for bathroom facilities.
Value for Money
8.26
Good value for the price mentioned, generally worth it.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Breakfast was lovely with a good selection.
Overall Experience
8.28
Overall satisfaction but with notable points of improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:23

Property Description

Charming Barn-Style Accommodation
The Lodge at Winchelsea offers a unique stay in a traditional barn setting, situated conveniently between Rye and Hastings near Winchelsea Beach. The bistro-style restaurant and modern bedrooms with complimentary Wi-Fi provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for guests.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at The Lodge Restaurant, from snacks and light bites to a full evening menu featuring classic English cuisine. Don't miss the traditional Sunday carvery for a taste of authentic local flavors.

Scenic Surroundings and Relaxing Lounge Bar
Explore the picturesque Sussex countryside with nearby walking routes, including the historic 1066 Country Walk. After a day of adventures, unwind in the elegant Lounge Bar, offering a cozy ambiance with stylish decor and plush leather sofas.

Book your stay at The Lodge at Winchelsea for a memorable getaway with excellent dining and comfortable accommodations.

Important information:

Please note that this hotel does not accept American Express cards.

Please note that the restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings.

It is a wonderful place to observe bird migration. Our reserve has a large group of more than 2709 species of birds that have been recorded around the area.
We also have great cycling routes such as Winchelsea & Rye Harbor Nature Reserve loop and Pett Level Road loop from Winchelsea. On the way you will see historic landmarks and great countryside views. If you don’t have a bike and wanted to try something different. We have our own electric e-bikes which we can hire out to you for a day etc. We also have free onside bike storage to lock your bicycles up at night securely and CCTV on site with facilities to charge your own E-bike.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £25 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8.2
Based on 1477 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.31
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.28
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Rachel solo_traveller gb
8
Excellent location and lovely place to stay
Pros:

Great breakfast, good location and quiet despite being on the main road. The rooms were spacious and comfortable

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Russell couple gb
10
Lovely, friendly hotel, beautiful countryside. Great for walking. Ideal for couples and families.
Pros:

Lovely warm room
Comfortable bed
Amazing breakfast
Two night short break, wish it was longer
Requested more refreshments, brought to room immediately

Cons:

More tea, sugar and milk please
the weather

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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D. Rupeika solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Maureen solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Good position between Hastings and Rye. Good sized clean and comfortable room on the first floor with lovely views. Very good english breakfast too.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Anne solo_traveller gb
8
Great location and lovely breakfast
Pros:

Very welcoming staff , went above and beyond to make the stay comfortable. Delicious breakfast

Cons:

We stayed in a twin bedded room as I was staying with my elderly mother, The beds were narrower then I'm used to so neither of us slept that well unfortunately but the room was accessible which is what we needed.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
8
Great value hotel
Pros:

Positives - extremely good value for money, room and linen and towels spotlessly clean. Fantastic breakfast with lots of choices. Free parking right outside the hotel.

Cons:

Mattress a little hard, and the springs could be felt. Breakfast staff were lovely but a poor experience with a member of staff on arrival - we questioned the noisy roof fan directly outside our room, as we needed the window open on a warm evening. The person behind the bar didn’t look at us or acknowledge us and said it goes off at 8pm when the kitchen closes. It actually went off at 9pm so we were left wondering about it for an hour . A friendly answer and the truth wouldn’t have hurt.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The location
The staff were extremely helpful polite and friendly
The place was exceptionally clean
The breakfast exceptionally good
Enjoyed my visit and would highly recommend to freinds and relatives

Cons:

Have no complaints

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
8
Breakfast amazing
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Stephen John solo_traveller gb
8
Good room clean good base would book again
Pros:

Good room
Clean
Comfortable Bed
Good breakfast selection

Cons:

Some road noise when windows open but not an issue

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Richard family_with_children gb
8
Overall satisfactory
Cons:

The manager upset my sister who is mentally handicapped immediately after we arrived.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Loved the balcony and view over the fields

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Annette couple fr
10
Excellent value for the standard provided 👍 👍
Pros:

Great friendly staff, easy parking , very comfortable after a long journey. Excellent selection of breakfast items, good quality, *****

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Klein couple gb
10
Incrível
Pros:

We loved everything about it – a wonderful place to relax, with stunning views, everything so beautiful, clean and tidy, an excellent breakfast, and a lovely welcome. I’d highly recommend it to all my friends and acquaintances. Well done to the host!

Cons:

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
8
Picturesque location, clean room with decent dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Pros:

Good location, clean and friendly staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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van der hart family_with_children nl
7
Prijs /kwaliteit is goed
Pros:

Leuk knus hotel

Cons:

Badkamer mag wel weer wat aandacht hebben
Kraan lekt douche stang was lam

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple gb
8
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Beverley couple gb
8
Good value for money, clean and comfortable.
Pros:

Good breakfast. Helpful and friendly staff. Comfortable bed. I asked for a room with walk-in shower and little walking and they provided an ideal room.

Cons:

Unfortunately we could nt get the shower to get warm. We reported it on checkout so that they can deal with it before the room is used again. But it did not spoil our stay and as we did nt use the shower until the morning they did not have the opportunity to deal with it while we were there but as they were responsive on another matter I am certain that they would have sorted it quickly.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Butterworth couple gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was good - plenty of choice and fresh fruit.
Staff were unvaryingly cheerful and friendly

Cons:

A bit more space around the king size bed would have made movement easier

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Nicole couple be
4
2026-06-10 via Nuitee