The Best Castle
Hotels near Brighton

Luxurious. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Set in 125 acres of formal gardens, this 13th-century double-moated castle offers luxurious yet modern bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Access is via the private gated entrance and guests have free parking in a private car park. The rooms at Hever Castle are beautifully appointed and individually styled with some rich fabrics and antique furnishing. They are located in the Astor Wing and the Anne Boleyn Wing of the castle and set apart from the area's the day visitors have access to. The Moat Restaurant serves lunch on days when the castle is open to the public. It offers a choice of hot and cold food, and a variety of freshly made sandwiches and castle-baked cakes are also available. There is a wonderful pub within walking distance for evening meals. Breakfast is served to guests in the Astor Wing or the Anne Boleyn Wing. The castle has historic 16th century portraits, paintings, furniture and tapestries. Access is included in the bed and breakfast rate and the gardens can also be privately enjoyed by guests outside of opening times. The golf club is just a 2-minute drive. Local places of interest include Chartwell and Penshurst Place. Show full description

Highly elegant. Popular among couples. This 900-year-old West Sussex castle offers luxury accommodation within medieval walls. Its stunning gardens are home to an 18-hole putting course and 2 lakes. Amberley Castle has been awarded 4 AA Red Stars and 3 AA Rosettes for its fantastic food. You can dine in the 12th-century Queen’s Room with its vaulted ceiling, or the Great Room, with oak flooring, a tapestry, and suits of armour. There is free private parking on site, and Amberley Rail Station is a 10-minute walk away. The elegant bedrooms are furnished with antiques and fine fabrics, and biscuits will be waiting for you on arrival. Each room also comes with fluffy bathrobes, slippers, a flat-screen TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Amberley Castle is completely enclosed by its old wall, and retains a portcullis that gets lowered at night. You can climb the ramparts for stunning views, play tennis on site, and there is also a croquet lawn to enjoy. Show full description

Great views. Popular among couples. Set in the grounds of the spectacular Leeds Castle in Kent, this property offers a free entry to the castle (subject to availabilities) and its grounds as part of their stay. Guests at the Stable Courtyard have 900 years of history and 500 acres of beautiful parkland on their doorstep. All rooms have views of either the lake, the gardens or parkland estate. Bright, traditional bedrooms each have a Freeview TV, free Wi-Fi, and a full private bathroom. Tea making facilites are also offered. Some overlook the Stable Courtyard area. Picturesque gardens with peacocks wandering through the grounds, rare bird displays and relaxing country walks are all available to Stable Courtyard’s guests. The M20 motorway is just a 5-minute drive away, while central London can be reached after a further hour by car. Show full description

Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Great pool. Set in 30 acres of private parkland, Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa features an indoor and outdoor pool, modern spa and fitness centre, and tennis courts. The rose-clad courtyard provides an informal setting for light lunches and traditional afternoon teas. The market town of Arundel is a 15-minute drive and features a medieval castle, cathedral and riverside walks. A private bathroom, satellite TV and views of the grounds are included in all rooms, with a choice of medieval or contemporary décor offered with the Superior room type. Medieval architecture, gothic mullioned windows and tapestry-hung walls feature in the elegant Tapestry Restaurant at Bailiffscourt Hotel, which serves modern English cuisine. Private dining is available in the conservatory, the music room which features a log fire, or the original Norman chapel. Climping Beach is located 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Show full description

Beach front location. Elegant. Tennis court. In Ashdown Forest, this beautiful 19th-century mansion offers spacious rooms, a spa and a 2AA Rosette restaurant. Set in 186 acres of landscaped countryside, there is an 18-hole golf course. Ashdown Country Club has an indoor swimming pool and a gym. There is a tennis court, a putting green, a croquet lawn and jogging trails. The luxurious rooms have Molton Brown toiletries, satellite TV, mineral water and bathrobes. Ashdown Hotel’s individually styled rooms have stunning views of the hotel grounds. The award-winning Anderida Restaurant features a fine British menu, while the Drawing Rooms offer light meals and afternoon tea. Fairways Lounge has views over the golf course. Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club is surrounded by secret gardens, lakes and woodland paths. Show full description

Lovely property. Lovely surroundings. The Elvetham is a historic 19th-century Victorian Mansion built upon the remains of a Tudor Manor and set within 35 acres of gardens. It is situated in North Hampshire, 8 km from the M3, and 40 minutes from London by train. Slightly further away, guests will find Legoland Windsor, Ascot Racecourse, Poultons Park and Highclere Castle. The hotel offers 24 hour reception, complimentary parking and free high-speed Wi-Fi access. All 92 bedrooms are unique in character and individual in style. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries, smart TVs, refrigerator, ironing facilities and a hairdryer. The Elvetham Hotel is 2.3 km from Hartley Wintney, a village full of local independent shops, pubs, a golf course. Guests can also enjoy plenty of local walks to explore the Hampshire countryside. Local attractions include, West Green House, The Vyne, Wellington Country Park, Basingstoke’s Milestones Museum and Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway. Show full description

Charming. Comfortable beds. Set in 3 acres of award-winning grounds, Langshott Manor has an award-winning restaurant, luxurious rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Gatwick Airport is just an 8-minute drive away. A member of ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’, Langshott is a 16th-century manor house with traditional features like wooden beams and oak panelling. All of the individually designed rooms feature a large flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and bathrobes. Some rooms have special features including four-poster beds, private patios or corner baths. Brasserie Dining offers an extensive wine list and an original dining menu, using some produce grown in the hotel gardens. There are also elegant terraces and lounges with open fires and original period features. It has been awarded 4 Red Stars from the AA. The hotel is near the M23 and M25 motorways, and central London is 30 minutes away by train. Show full description

Nice style. Lovely interior design. Wotton House is nestled in 13 acres of listed gardens in the Surrey countryside, 3 miles outside of Dorking. It boasts an indoor pool with a range of other leisure facilities, and a restaurant that sources local produce. Each classically styled room has a private bathroom, with a TV and a safe in the room. Many rooms overlook the grounds, and all have a hairdryer and ironing facilities. Guests have free access to all Wotton House's health facilities including gym, sauna, steam room and tennis courts. 1877 Restaurant & Bar serves modern British cuisine, and guests can enjoy afternoon tea. Only 15 minutes’ drive from the Junction 9 of the M25, Wotton House is also a 30-minute drive from Epsom Racecourse and Gatwick Airport. Show full description

Wonderful SPA facilities. In 123 acres of rolling Surrey parkland, this elegant 19th century manor house features 124 luxury 5-star bedrooms, state-of-the-art bathrooms, one of the UK's best spas and a fine-dining restaurant. Dating from 1849, the sumptuous rooms at Pennyhill Park have free WiFi, four-poster beds, quality linens and a pillow menu. The beautiful bathrooms have fluffy robes, bespoke toiletries and rain showers. The award-winning Spa features 8 pools, including the impressive ballroom with underwater music. Guests can relax in the spa bath, thermal cabins or award-winning treatment rooms. There is also a modern fitness centre. The Latymer restaurant is our fine dining restaurant, awarded with a Michelin Star and 4 AA Rosettes in 2021. Our Head Chef, creates a tasting menu offering bold flavours in dishes using locally sourced ingredients inspired by the seasons. The Hillfield restaurant offers a casual dining experience, and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our hyper-local menu showcases the very best of Surrey’s finest produce, with our brigade of chefs 'Farm to Fork - Nose to Tail' philosophy celebrating the seasons in a relaxed and stylish setting. Pennyhill Park is a 10-minute drive from Ascot, a 15-minute drive from Wentworth Golf Club, and just 2 miles from Windlesham Golf Club. There is free on-site parking, and historic Windsor is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description

Great value. Stanhill Court Hotel is set in 35 acres of woodland yet is only 10 minutes’ from Gatwick Airport and is within easy access to the motorway. This country- manor house offers a restaurant and on-site bar and terrace with views overlooking the Surrey Downs, as well as free Wi-Fi and free parking during your stay.(NOT HOLIDAY PARKING through Booking.com) All rooms are en-suite and have tea/coffee making facilities, a TV and free WIFI. Other amenities are available on request. The hotel is also a popular Wedding and events Venue with indoor and outdoor facilities to cater up to 200 guests. The hotel is not under any flight paths. Show full description

Set in 15 acres of stunning gardens in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, is this elegant country house hotel. Full of character, the Royal Berkshire was originally built in 1705 for the Churchill family. The manor house includes traditional, individually styled rooms, while the new wing is thoroughly modern. The Royal Berkshire features 66 bedrooms and a beautiful mix of traditional and contemporary styles. Overlooking the gardens, FORK Restaurant is an exciting new restaurant serving superbly executed food in stylish surroundings. Polo Bar and Lounge has a cosy fireplace to sip a brandy next to, or an outdoor terrace to indulge in a little bit of English tradition with Afternoon Tea. There is a fitness zone, 2 outdoor tennis courts and a croquet lawn. London Heathrow Airport is just 13 miles away. There is good motorway access. Show full description

Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle offers unique accommodation in spacious Medieval-style tents, with free Wi-Fi and a wood burning stove. The property is located only a 5-minute drive from the M20 motorway. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle is situated 2 miles from the Hollingbourne Train Station and 650 metres from the Leeds Castle Golf Course. Each tent offers stylish furnishings with chests of drawers, reading lamps and safety deposit boxes. Tea and coffee making facilities, biscuits and water are provided. Ipod docking stations are available on request. Shared bathrooms are within a short walk away, in the Knight’s Cottage. Guests can admire rare birds while strolling through the grounds, as well as enjoy the use of the cast iron griddle over an open fire pit. The area is perfect for eating outdoors during long summer evenings. Show full description

Beach front location. Elegant. Amazing pool. This romantic country house with stunning gardens has a health spa, swimming pools and a tennis court. Set in 66 acres of glorious parklands, it is just 5 minutes from the M3 and has a 2 AA Rosette restaurant. Tylney Hall Hotel was a hospital in the First World War. Today it has luxurious rooms, many with stunning views. The elegant bar, lounge and drawing rooms are ideal for moments of peace. The beautiful grounds allow for walks, and Tylney Hall has mountain bikes to hire, croquet and jogging trails. There is also a gym, sauna and whirlpool. An 18-hole golf course is nearby. Show full description

Great breakfast. Set in the beautiful Sussex countryside with great views throughout, Findon Manor is a country house hotel offering an-award-winning restaurant, a bar, and individually decorated bedrooms. All rooms at Findon Manor Hotel include furnished en suite bathrooms. Guests can also choose to relax in the lounge or at the Findon Manor bar, which offers a selection of local ales and and an ever changing menu based around locally sourced produce. The Findon Manor Hotel provides free parking for guests and is situated within Findon Village in West Sussex. The spacious rooms offer free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms also provide scenic views across the open countryside. A full Sussex breakfast is included in the room rate, featuring meats from the finest local butchers. The Terrace Restaurant’s elegant dining room with oak beams and log fires opens onto the large gardens and there is a large selection of fine dishes on offer. Easily accessible from the A24, Brighton is 30 minutes’ drive away, while the towns of Worthing and Arundel are just 15 minutes’ drive away. The Findon Manor Hotel provides free parking for guests and is situated within Findon Village in West Sussex. Easily accessible from the A24, Brighton is 30 minutes’ drive away, while the towns of Worthing and Arundel are just 15 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Charming. Great location. With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodation in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an award-winning restaurant. Rebuilt in 1420, The Mermaid Inn has been visited by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward, as well as celebrities and artists. It retains many beautiful, traditional features, including a secret stairway hidden behind a bookcase. The restaurant has been awarded two AA Rosettes for its fine French and British cuisine. The lounge bar was once frequented by local smugglers, and has a large wooden beam supported by stone pillars. Each room at The Mermaid has charming features, like wooden panelling or carved beds. Rooms all feature a TV and en suite bathroom, and some have picturesque views over Rye. Show full description

Elegant. Cosy rooms. Set within the beautiful grounds of Highdown Gardens, Highdown Hotel is a former manor house offering luxury rooms and a restaurant. Guests can enjoy free WI-Fi access. All rooms at The Highdown Hotel feature private bathrooms and TVs. Rooms also include tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers. The traditional pub serves an á la carte menu. Guests can relax in the cosy tea room or relaxing bar. Free parking is available at the hotel, and both the centre of Worthing, with its 2 theatres, and Worthing Rail Station are 15 minutes’ drive away. Brighton is a 30-minute drive away. Show full description

Close to beach front. Cosy. Friendly staff. Angmering Manor Hotel offers hotel accommodation, a restaurant and a bar, in the heart of Angmering Village. It is thought to have been built in the 16th century by missionaries. Situated just off the A280, Angmering Manor Hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from both Worthing and Arundel, known for its magnificent castle. The bedrooms are individually decorated, and feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi throughout the building, and free private parking on site. Our à la carte restaurant offers fine, freshly prepared food cooked by an award-winning chef. A complimentary continental breakfast is available as standard, with a full English breakfast and other options available as additions. The hotel also features a heated indoor swimming pool, mini-gym and a sauna. There is a beauty therapist on site to provide a wide range of products and treatments for guests to enjoy. We recommend booking beauty treatments in advance as they are in high demand. Show full description

Outstanding SPA facilities. An hour’s drive from central London, the peace and tranquillity of Ockenden Manor provides a stylish retreat. The Tudor property combines modern spa facilities with elegantly traditional accommodation. Each of Ockenden Manor’s guests rooms comes en suite with individual furnishings. The hotel restaurant sources ingredients locally and overlooks the Manor’s 9 acres of gardens. Some rooms have four-poster beds and all benefit from free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Breakfast is included in the rate and is cooked fresh to order, and afterwards guests can relax by the fire in the elegant sitting room. The spa boasts an indoor/ outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, gym and treatment rooms, while the local area provides many picturesque country walks. Ockenden Manor is a 10-minute drive from Haywards Heath’s rail services, providing connections to London and Brighton. Show full description

Great location. Norfolk Arms Hotel is 10 minutes from the coast at Littlehampton. Under the battlements of Arundel Castle, the historical hotel has rooms with period features. The Castle Restaurant serves a traditional British menu using seasonal and local produce. Built by the 10th Duke of Norfolk, The Norfolk Arms Hotel is just steps from Arundel Castle. Surcharge parking is available on site. Set in a Georgian coaching inn, the individually designed rooms at the Norfolk Arms have an en suite bathroom, tea and coffee facilities and satellite TV. Many boast unique character and traditional charm. The 2 cosy bars offer local ales and Wi-Fi access, and serve afternoon teas, light meals and snacks. Room service is also available. With the scenic River Arun close by, the hotel is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of West Sussex. Lively Bognor Regis is a 20-minute drive away. Surcharge parking is available on site. Show full description

Popular among couples. Featuring a restaurant, the award-winning Gravetye Manor is set on 1000 acres of grounds and gardens in East Grinstead. This Elizabethan manor house offers free WiFi throughout and free onsite parking. Guests at Gravetye Manor can explore the extensive grounds and gardens, which also feature a 3-acre lake. Boasting garden views, each room includes a flat-screen TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have a bathrobe and a hairdryer. The restaurant provides uninterrupted views of the gardens with floor to ceiling glass walls. The ingredients has either been grown in the Kitchen Garden, or been sourced from a trusted, local supplier. Local activities include golfing and walking. The Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club is just 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description