YHA South Downs

YHA Southdowns is in a good spot and clean location but it lacks inclusivity for people with limited mobility as there are no ramps and the doors(not just lounge even toilers) are very narrow I booked this spot as it was available for long weekend but it was not a great stay. I got a regular room even though I requested wheelchair friendly room for my father in special request in the booking. It was nightmare getting him in and out of the toilet. Lounge is inaccessible as it's not wheelchair friendly(they could have installed mini ramps), so are the surrounding spots. They are letting anyone park in disabled spot so I had to push my dad on a wheelchair over the pebble path before reaching the ramp(even though I did check with receptionist during my checkin- Basically all guest were using disabled spots leaving the people in need in distress and management doesnt care). The service said that entire menu is not available on May 25th sunday when the groceries close early and there are no restaurants nearby due to location. WiFi is worst as well. As it's in secluded location, mobile network is already bad and absolutely 0 signal in rooms away from lounge. Its surprising that lounge and reception which are in two different corners have good connectivity but the middle portion of rooms didnt have one

In short, a very nice place with great staff, brilliant, historic accommodation and all you'd really need for a Youth Hostel. It was only a minute or two's walk from the Train station, and a brilliant cooked breakfast in the morning! Only deducting a star for the sleeping though. Our room was next to a loud A road, they provided sleeping plugs to be fair to them, but it didn't entirely drown out the sound. Also the pillows weren't fantastic, not too much of an issue though. Overall a thoroughly nice Youth Hostel and would likely recommend:)

This is a lovely little cafe, with very friendly staff. It has a sunny courtyard garden and is dog friendly. The place is frequented by walkers, cyclists and passers-by. This is the place for a snack, en route to somewhere or during a footpath walk. It has a fairly varied menu, cakes and drinks. The cooking is good. The prices are reasonable. The facilities are clean. My only complaint - I would like to see a more varied vegan menu, in keeping with many other venues.

A lovely old farmhouse converted into a smart modern hostel but retaining original features. Under floor heating in the dorm was a surprise and perhaps a sign pointing this out and how to adjust the thermostat might be good. The cafe area is great and my meal was prepared quickly and was perfect. I had the dorm to myself on the Sunday as I've had in the past. Just bear in mind if you come from the train station that there's no lighting at night and there are puddles and potholes. Bring boots and a light!

The booking was easy, staff were very helpful and polite, I would 100% stay here again, really good value for money. It has everything you need for a short stay. The room was clean and tidy, beds were simple and adequate for what you pay. Thank you

A very well run Youth Hostel. The staff are very efficient, polite and helpful. It's in a perfect position on the South Downs Way, so ideal in particular, for any walkers and cyclists. The cafe for hot food and drinks is open all day for passing 'traffic' as well. A lovely hostel, which is clean, relaxing and very comfortable. My room was very nice, with a basin, but the bathroom was only two doors away and again was very clean. The hostel is located about 2-3 minutes walk from Southease BR station, where there are regular train services to local areas, such as Lewis, Seaford, Newhaven and Brighton. There is a very nice cycle path along the River Ouse to Lewis, which has just been renewed and is a lovely surface to ride along. I would highly recommend YHA South Downs, if you need a break, to 'blow away a few cobwebs' and give your brain a holiday, or to just enjoy the great outdoors !! Give it a go !!