The Olde Forge Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (347 reviews)
Old Road Magham Down , Hailsham , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive service
Delicious food
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited space in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.23
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness.
Service
9.7
Many reviews praised the attentive and friendly service.
Location
8.74
Convenient location mentioned, with some limitations on locality experience.
Room Quality
8.69
Overall good quality with some comments on space constraints.
Amenities
8.72
Amenities mentioned as sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Value for Money
8.68
Perceived value is generally good for the type of hotel.
Food and Beverage
9.23
Food quality received high praise in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overall positive experience expressed in many reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
Experience comfort and style at The Olde Forge Hotel in Hailsham. Each room is equipped with modern amenities including a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a relaxing stay for every guest.

Delicious Dining Options:
Start your day right with a choice of a à la carte or Full English breakfast at our on-site dining area. Indulge in a variety of delectable dishes and beverages served with warm hospitality.

Convenient Location:
Located just 31 km from the vibrant city of Brighton & Hove, and 44 km from London Gatwick Airport, our hotel offers easy access to popular attractions and transportation hubs.

Book your stay at The Olde Forge Hotel now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

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: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 347 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.23
Service: 9.7
Location: 8.74
Room Quality: 8.69
Amenities: 8.72
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 9.23
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Ridge solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everyone was very welcoming, the room was very comfortable, clean and cosy. Breakfast was delicious with home made muesli, yoghurt, homemade jams, croissants...everything you could wish for.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Martina couple ch
8
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Paula couple ie
10
Amazing, welcoming, full of character and home away from home.
Pros:

Amazing Stay, lots of parking space. You enter through a little arch gate into a beautiful colourful garden full of character. Philip and Nicky were so friendly and welcoming, they took the time to chat to us and ask us about our stay. We were given all the information we needed about the hotel and the surrounding area. We went up the winding stairs to our room which was well serviced with everything we needed, ample amount of tea, coffee and hot chocolate facilities with biscuits, toiletries, sweet treats and water and if we needed more of anything it was in baskets placed around the hall way. Everywhere was spotless. We then went into a Tudor style room for breakfast which was amazing, A variety of cereals, fruits, yoghurt, croissants, full fry if you wanted or eggs cooked anyway you wanted with toast. As much of a selection of juices, tea and coffee that you wanted. We have been travelling for over 30 years and have never stayed in such a welcoming hidden gem as The Olde Forge Hotel. Hailsham Thanks you Philip and Nicky.

Cons:

Having to leave to stay at a Hotel at the Airport with no character. Yes big, new and modern but no friendly welcome, enough tea, coffee and milk only to do just 1 cup each, (my pet hate) no biscuit, food just average and way overpriced.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Wonderfully friendly and accommodating, the room was comfortable and spotlessly clean and the breakfast superb.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Diana couple gb
9
A traditional family run hotel with a home from home vibe.
Pros:

Excellent hosts who enabled us to arrive early to change before attending a wedding locally & a fabulous breakfast

Cons:

Charmingly outdated & needs a little TLC

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
8
Lovelly weekend stay
Pros:

Excellent on time, service exceptional

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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janice couple gb
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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steve couple gb
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Isabel family_with_children es
10
Fantástico!!
Pros:

Me encantó que es auténtico y mantiene la esencia del lugar. Pese a que el estilo es antiguo todo está cuidado con mucho mimo. Está increíblemente limpio. El desayuno es fantástico y todo el personal muy atento.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Karina couple au
10
Left a little piece of our hearts here - Will stay again!
Pros:

Such a pretty place, easy access to everything, Nicky & Philip our hosts are fabulous- nothing too much trouble, garden is lovely, breakfast is awesome- feels like a home away from home

Cons:

No aircon- having said that there was only one night it was needed the rest, the fan & the cool breeze were perfect

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jamie solo_traveller gb
8
Fantastic people, breakie and stay.
Pros:

The owners, very welcoming, good old school customer service. Nice location and period property. Filling lovely breakfast.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Tracy solo_traveller gb
9
A great location
Pros:

The friendly welcome, clean and comfortable room and fantastic breakfast

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
1
They did not wait an extra 15 minutes to allow me to check in!!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The unbelievably arrogant and inflexible approach of the owner, who was ride and awful. I would never consider this hotel again. And warn against it.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Johnny solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Yehor couple ua
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Friendly owners

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
10
Excellent....would definitely return and recommend
Pros:

Owners had thought of everything and nothing was too much trouble....
Breakfast was extremely good...plenty of choice and all very fresh...smoked haddock was beautiful 😍
Very friendly and welcoming..lots of useful advice about locality....
Quiet..peaceful location.
They even gifted us a jar of their own homemade marmalade when we left!
💯 recommend 👌

Cons:

There was absolutely nothing we disliked.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Satvinder couple gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Brendan solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Andrea family_with_children br
10
Pros:

Uma propriedade confortável perto de várias cidades e vilas em Sussex.

Cons:

Casa antiga em Hailsham com instalações muito confortáveis e adoráveis anfitriões.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee