Fodor's Expert Review Deans Place Hotel

Located in the heart of the South Downs, this delightful, ivy-covered, family-run country hotel offers stylishly understated bedrooms that combine period features and antique furnishings with smart TVs and walk-in showers. Guests will also enjoy the excellent but informal dining, the relaxing lounge areas, and the impeccably landscaped gardens, including a heated outdoor pool. Located on the edge of Alfriston village 10 miles southeast of Lewes, it's a convenient base for visiting Charleston, the Long Man of Wilmington (walkable in 45 minutes), and the dramatic white cliffs of Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. Dogs are welcome for an extra £10 a night, with lovely river walks starting right on the hotel's doorstep.