Escape to the charming Brambletye Hotel, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Unwind in the garden or take a stroll on the picturesque terrace, while enjoying high-speed WiFi and other perks like luggage storage and barbecue grills.
The Square, Forest Road, Forest Row, England, RH18 5EZ
What's nearby
Ashdown Forest - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
Queen Victoria Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
Standen House and Garden - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
Lingfield Park Racecourse and Golf Club - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 25 min drive
London (LCY-London City) - 86 min drive
East Grinstead Station - 6 min drive
Dormans Station - 10 min drive
Cowden Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
The Engine Room Bar - 6 min drive
The Swan - 2 min walk
The Ounce & Ivy Bush - 6 min drive
PizzaExpress - 6 min drive
Hatch Inn - 4 min drive
About this property
Brambletye Hotel
When visiting Forest Row, Brambletye Hotel is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Restaurant and Bar, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in after 11 PM is not possible.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Restaurant and Bar – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 2 September 2025 to 31 March 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 1 September 2025 to 17 August 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
One of the dining venues
Bar/lounge
Exterior
Front desk
Guestrooms
Hallway
Lobby
Meeting facilities
Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Brambletye Forest Row
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Brambletye Hotel Forest Row, East Sussex
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brambletye Hotel currently open?
This property is closed from 2 September 2025 to 31 March 2027 (dates subject to change).
Does Brambletye Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Brambletye Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Brambletye Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Brambletye Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Brambletye Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Brambletye Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Brambletye Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Brambletye Hotel?
Yes, Restaurant and Bar offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Brambletye Hotel like?
Brambletye Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club and 3 minutes' walk from Forest Way Country Park.
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Brambletye Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
5.4/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 Jul 2025
Everything was perfect for the price you pay just need to sort out the potholes from the carpark
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
26 Jul 2025
Disgusting
Absolutely disgusting need to wipe your feet on way out.
K
K, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
27 May 2025
Checked into alternative hotel due to state of the place.
lee
lee, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
20 Jun 2025
Bed clean however the bathroom was not with grime and hair in bath, the whole bathroom needed a good clean
Deborah
Deborah, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Nov 2024
How stay was good
Owen Number
Owen Number, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Dec 2024
First time stay and happy
Bob
Bob, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Dec 2024
Stay with friends
Comfortable stay. Staff are friendly. We ate in the restaurant and the food was excellent. Hotel is a bit in need of some refurbishment but it was clean.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
27 May 2025
Hotel was dirty and tried to overcharge at checking in. No food on in the evening and no breakfast available.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
8 Jun 2025
After getting upgraded though a problem with the booking the staff were brilliant and sorted the problem and made us aware of the band that as playing that night of which the loud music would be heard till 1am.
Wallpaper hanging off the walls and very small corridors, carpark had massive holes in which scratched the front of the car.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Nov 2024
Comfy
Dated hotel now but still very comfortable
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2023
Great friendly pub
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Oct 2023
Lovely area. Hotel convenient with well proportioned rooms
Denis
Denis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jul 2023
Nice hotel
Great stay. Lovely staff. Beautiful part of east sussex
Jean s
Jean s, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Nov 2022
Really nice pub with a great Sunday roast lunch. The hotel room was quiet, comfortable, and nicely furnished,
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jun 2023
I thought the hotel was generously priced considering where it is based.
We were well looked after.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
20 Aug 2025
Very disappointing, poor choice based on website.
Dilapidated "For Sale" sign outside was indicative of the general state. Friendly receptionist showed us to room which was reasonable. Fridge missing. TV produced only "No signal" and receptionist could not make it work so spent an hour sorting another room to which we moved. This had the promised fridge and working TV. Badly stained furniture (photo) and traces of mould on shower curtain. Blocked bath/shower drain very slow to clear. Actual shower worked excellently, good flow and stable temperature - best thing about the place! Towels and bedding appeared clean. Bar deserted, real ale not available. Restaurant deserted, looked abandoned and although a menu was in evidence it is unclear whether the kitchen was working. Fortunately great food and drink were available at other establishments within easy walking distance in Forest Row.. Exterior all in need of a proper clean. All in all a poor choice based on website, will not be returning.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Dec 2024
Brambletye Hotel Forest Row
The hotel clearly needs refreshing it’s tired and a bit scruffy, bathroom in particular. Car park full of huge potholes and large puddles.
Staff friendly and helpful. Price reasonable but higher than nicer venues just outside Forest Row.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Sep 2023
Brambletye Hotel
Nice, classic english countryside hotel. Friendly staff and great food in the pub. Extra + for the ample parking behind the hotel. Sidenote: I recommend breakfast at Maria's Café just a two minute walk down the road.
Patrik
Patrik, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Nov 2024
Good service, clean, great indian restaurant.
Lovely service, they are really trying to do everything well. The room had a bath, great shower, a safe, a fan, decent kettle, the bed was remade every day and all used towels replaced.
The restaurant is highly recommended for a curry.
Parking is really difficult to make out if you arrive in the dark and the carpark is not in good condition but on street parking worked for my stay.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
Ideal for a one night stay. Rooms a bit tired but the staff were all nice and rooms clean. Shower not very powerful. Ok for a 3 star hotel
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Feb 2023
Very comfortable at an extremely good rate
Very comfortable room at a very good rate. Only downside was the lack of pressure in the shower but it was fine
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Jun 2023
Comfortable stop over
We had a pleasant stop over in this hotel.The staff were very friendly and attentive.The building is rather tired and could do with a freshen up.
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2023
Hotel was good. No evening meal let it down. Would use it again.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Aug 2023
It did the job for a small group. Plus live band was good
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
7 Dec 2024
Liturally no management, no hot water and parking space was flooded