The Jolly Sportsman

4.0 star property
Upscale bed & breakfast with free breakfast and restaurant

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Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lewes

Located in Lewes, The Jolly Sportsman is in a national park. Brighton Pier is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at American Express Community Stadium or Plumpton Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Plumpton Racecourse - 20 min walk
  • Lewes Castle - 12 min drive
  • American Express Community Stadium - 16 min drive
  • University of Sussex - 16 min drive
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Lewes Plumpton Station - 19 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Five Bells - 8 min drive
  • The Cock Inn - 9 min drive
  • Top House - 13 min drive
  • The Thatched Inn - 12 min drive
  • The Black Horse Inn - 11 min drive

About this property

The Jolly Sportsman

Upscale bed & breakfast in a national park
Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Jolly Sportsman . In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An off-lead area, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at The Jolly Sportsman feature comforts, such as dressing gowns, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 13571766

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Jolly Sportsman Lewes
The Jolly Sportsman Bed & breakfast
The Jolly Sportsman Bed & breakfast Lewes

Frequently asked questions

Is The Jolly Sportsman pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Sportsman ?

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Sportsman on 14 May 2024 start from €226.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Jolly Sportsman located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Plumpton Racecourse and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ditchling Common Country Park. Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft and Lewes Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km). Lewes Plumpton Station is 19 minutes by foot.

The Jolly Sportsman Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Countryside enfolded the TJS and as soon as we walked in we were made to feel welcomed. Our room was clean and fresh. Everything you needed had been thought of, big walk-in shower. fluffy robes, small fridge with water and milk for your tea. We only had breakfast but was freshly cooked and lasted us all day. We loved our stay and would definitely go back. TJS gets our thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Amenities
The inside of both the restaurant and bedroom was wonderful, the ladies serving dinner and breakfast were both friendly and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Jolly Sportsman. The room was very comfortable, the staff very friendly and the pub was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay last year. The room was big and really warm. We loved our homemade truffles and the cordial. The breakfast in the morning was a delight and cooked to perfection. The staff clearly love their jobs everyone smiling at each other super helpful. No hesitation with coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply lovely break
Such a lovely location, beautiful country pub, amazing food. It is the staff that keep these things too such a great standard, Chrissie was such a wonderful host, it felt like home for a couple of days.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Looks good but that was where it stopped
Got to the Pub booked in room looked good , Went down to get a light bite nothing on the menu as it was in the middle of nowhere we stayed and had fish n Chips 1 glass wine and a soft drink £60 . Off to bed the noise from downstairs was loud.had a bad nights sleep asked to change room as the bed was so uncomfortable they changed the mattress even though they had spare rooms. mattress was changed but no better left a day early when i booked out didnt even ask why we were leaving a day early. booked into another hotel so we could finish our christmas with our first Gandson
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully unassuming from the outside. Once you enter the restaurant and bar you immediately feel the relaxed atmosphere. The dining area is lovely. Our room was absolutely gorgeous. Everything you needed was provided. The ensuite was stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
LITTLE GEM TUCKED AWAY DOWN A LEAFY LANE
Great stay. Arrived late in the evening with not much charge in my electric car. They sorted out an extension lead so I could get some emergency miles. Nothing was too much trouble and the bed was super comfy Would have liked breakfast slightly earlier but that’s just my personal opinion
Great food
Torchlight and brolly supplied 🤪
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Everything was excellent, location, lovely garden with newly built outdoor bar, food was great, room was modern and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023