Overview
Set in peaceful Sussex countryside, beneath the Downs, The Hickstead Hotel is the perfect location for a country break. The hotel enjoys a tranquil location, yet is only 20 minutes from both Gatwick Airport and the centre of Brighton, making it an ideal base for exploring the county. Guests will find friendly service, large, modern bedrooms and unfussy, relaxed dining.
- Close to A23 and just 12 miles from Brighton
- Large bedrooms
- Outdoor terrace area
- Beautifully maintained grounds
- Great views over the West Sussex countryside
- Close to All England Showjumping ground
Need to know
The Hickstead Hotel Reviews
- 7 reviews
- Member since May 2026
Bolney, West Sussex, RH17 5NZ
The Hickstead Hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location when visiting the Hickstead showjumping venue. Clean, tidy and functional. Food was fine but nothing special.
Relaxed Stay, Friendly Staff, Good Breakfast
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Map & Directions
Address
Jobs Lane
Bolney
West Sussex
RH17 5NZ
There is adequate complimentary parking for guests.
How to get here
By Road: From the M23/A23 take the A2300 to Burgess Hill, then take the first turning on the left. Turn first right and you will find the hotel on the left hand side. Brighton is only about 15 minutes away. Beware! Some SatNavs may direct you off the A2300 and then left again. This takes you down a dead-end road. Please take the turning first right as indicated above!
By Rail: Burgess Hill station 5 minutes, Haywards Heath station 10 minutes
Nearest Airport: London Gatwick – 15-20 minutes on the A23 or just three stops on the train
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Location & Local Attractions
The Hickstead is just a short drive from Brighton, one of the most creative cities in the UK. Explore the Pavilion, the Brighton Wheel overlooking the West Pier, the great shopping in the Lanes, and, of course, the paddling on the beach. Listen to buskers and browse the shops in the arches by the pier. Brighton is lively all year round with festivals and plenty to see and do.
Just a 20 minute drive from the hotel is the beautiful National Trust Site of The South Downs. Enjoy breathtaking views and hidden gems that the coastline has to offer. From the rolling hillsides and views, to bustling market towns, is clear to see why The South Downs is a National Park. Discover the white cliffs of Seven Sisters, gentle farmland, ancient woodland and lowland heaths or enjoy picture perfect villages, traditional country pubs and flourishing vineyards.
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