The hotel is located in central Lewes, the county town of East Sussex. It is a unique town because it has retained its tradition and pedigree, whilst offering an extremely central location and excellent transport connections. It is also a supreme location for touring all the wonderful attractions of Sussex and our new National Park of the South Downs. Brighton Beach is a 15-minute drive away. London is approximately 83 km from the hotel and London Gatwick airport is 54 km away. The hotel is housed in an unusual 16th century coaching inn. The original Tudor building has been sympathetically extended to incorporate a good standard of facilities whilst retaining its wonderful historical character. The family-friendly historical hotel offers 51 rooms in total. Guests are welcomed in the lobby, which offers a 24-hour reception and a 24-hour check-out service, and there is a cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Guests will appreciate the conference facilities and wireless Internet access, while they can also take advantage of the room and laundry services. Those arriving by car may leave their vehicles in the hotel car park. The public rooms offer period features, original oak beams, stone Tudor fireplaces, oak panelling and creaking, sloping floors. Each guest room features an en siute bathroom, a direct dial telephone, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Sport and leisure facilities available to guests include a heated indoor swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, aqua fit and aerobics session, a hot tub and sauna, as well as massages and spa treatments. Breakfast is served each morning at the hotel. Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed à la carte.