The Shelleys

Also Known As:: The Shelleys Hotel; The Shelleys Hotel Lewes; Shelleys Hotel Lewes; Hotel Shelleys

Address: 135 High Street, Lewes BN7 1XS, England

Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > East Sussex > Lewes

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 6 hotels in Lewes

Price Range: $$

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Step off the historic High Street in the beautiful county town of Lewes and into the peaceful tranquility of The Shelleys; an elegantly sublime 17th Century, family-run, country house hotel. The Shelleys offers discreet service, with high standards, within a uniquely calm ambience, with friendly staff who anticipate your every need. With nineteen luxury boutique rooms, all en-suite, each designed and decorated to reflect our Georgian origins and fitted with a television and Wi-Fi access; The Shelleys perfectly combines English tradition with contemporary luxury. Dating back to 1588, The Shelleys is a grade II* listed property – falling into the 4% bracket viewed as a “particularly important building of more than special interest” by English Heritage… Located close to Brighton and Eastbourne, this East Sussex hotel is the perfect venue for a change of scene. Whether it’s a weekend of rest and relaxation, a romantic break, or a base from which to explore the surrounding historical town and South Downs, you’ll find your every need is anticipated at The Shelleys. The a la carte lunch and dinner menu is available in the stylish award-winning Apostrophe Restaurant or on the brick-paved terrace overlooking our beautiful gardens. Morning Coffee & Afternoon Tea, Drinks and Bar Lunches are also available throughout the day. ... more less

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Mary W

London, United Kingdom

1 review

“a real haven”

Reviewed 11 May 2013

Stayed for 2 nights recently with my partner and were both very impressed by this beautiful old hotel, and Lewes itself. Everything - our room, the food, the staff, the location, the gardens, the decor - was just perfect, faultless in fact. We thought the cost extremely reasonable for accommodation and service of this standard. Words cannot really describe the... More

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This was a magnificent review and thank you so much. Lewes is delightful and so full of history which the Shelleys mirrors. The staff are so pleased with the warmth of your remarks and wish for nothing more than to see you both again shortly More

Jill F

Leesburg, Florida

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

1 helpful vote

“Lovely 16th century hotel”

Reviewed 10 May 2013

I stayed for two nights and enjoyed my stay very much. All the staff were very helpful, friendly and pleasant. I arrived early for check in and was given tea and biscuits to refresh me in the sitting room. My room overlooked the High Street and the garden. Amenities first rate & shower was the best I've EVER taken. Could... More

We really appreciate your kind remarks and for staying at The Shelleys during your visit from Florida. We are lucky that the hotel retains so much of its long heritage and charm with our team there delighted that they were able to accessorise the moment and make your stay memorable Your feedback was welcome too and hopefully we can see... More

An_Experienced_Diner

Southsea

Top Contributor

57 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 18 cities

16 helpful votes

“Wow! Well worth shelling out for!”

Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

I cannot really find fault with this delightful hotel. Lewes is a lovely place to conduct a bit of retail therapy and the shelleys is the place to chill out after. The building is very old but bang up to date re comfort, hot water etc. the staff were delightful and the food perfect. I've added some pics. I guess... More

....and we loved your review so many thanks for staying with us and for your kind custom. The Shelleys is undoubtedly the grande dame of Lewes High Street dating back to the sixteenth century has so much to offer With the summer not too far away hopefully we can welcome you back before very long More

Adrian G

Redhill

Senior Reviewer

9 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“First night away together for a long time”

Reviewed 3 May 2013

We needed a short break and this one night stay had been awarded to make up for a poor experience at another hotel. The Hotel Manager,Dariusz Zvinis, could not have been more helpful and accommodating. We had a large double bedroom, with massive bathroom, at the back of the hotel, overlooking its lovely garden, and very quiet. We had dinner... More

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Amazing review - thank you so much. Dariusz and his team are delighted with the Shelleys also purring away at such amazing remarks Hopefully we can see you again very soon More

Pea1923

Beziers, France

Senior Contributor

29 reviews

7 hotel reviews

Reviews in 19 cities

11 helpful votes

“Wedding Party”

Reviewed 30 April 2013 via mobile

Stayed at hotel with family and friends for our daughters wedding, front of house manager was excellent and nothing was too much trouble, rooms are very elegant, the only problem was the breakfast which was very slow in appearing and two of the waitresses were a bit rude .

We greatly appreciate your visiting from France and many thanks for the warmth of your review. Your thoughts regarding the breakfast are also welcomed as we are currently looking at offering an express option We were delighted the wedding was so successful and hopefully we can see you back in Lewes before too long More

jeff68jeff

Bristol, United Kingdom

“Fabulous Stay”

Reviewed 29 April 2013

Me and my girlfriend had such a wonderful time at the shelley! our room was spotless and the shower was really powerful it was excellent! The young blonde girl in the restaurant (she did tell us her name but its slipped my mind!) was exceptionally polite and attended to everything we needed in such a brilliant manner. The only down... More

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It was a delightful welcoming you from Bristol and thanks for such kind remarks which mean a great deal to both the Shelleys and her staff. We are working hard to spread the word and with the support of brilliant customers like you, we should be bursting at the seams before too long Hopefully we can see you back in... More

angiejess

herts

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15 reviews

8 hotel reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

“As close to perfect as you will get v”

Quiet and totally charming Warmest welcome from any reception anywhere! Rooms fresh clean elegant comfort. Great beds Garden a haven of tranquility Tea tray with biscuits a rare treat nowadays. Plenty of parking. Centre of Lewes. So exceptional shops one way and walks the other v Good breakfast - tea scummy and unpleasant but all else made up for it!

A fantastic review, thank you so much. Hopefully we can welcome you back from Hertfordshire before too long. The staff are tickled pink with the kindness of your remarks which we consider to be also near perfect With renewed thanks and for your delightful custom More

AMD1T

Hayling Island, Hants, England

12 reviews

8 helpful votes

“Shelleys well worth a visit”

Reviewed 20 April 2013

Bought a voucher for a stay and a meal for two for two nights from Travelzoo last November for my husbands birthday to stay at Shellleys before the end of March. Due to illness we were unable to take up the offer until last week. the oweners couldn;t have been more helpful and understanding and allowed the offer to be... More

Thank you so much for such a detailed and positive review which I am sure will assist other travellers. We can't wait to see you back at Shelleys and meanwhile the staff including Chef Chris are delighted with your kind remarks We really appreciate your custom More

mundaycathy

harrogate england

7 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“Shell out 4 Shelleys!”

Reviewed 13 April 2013 via mobile

Fab place with comfort their priority.Bedroom 19 tip top. Little touches all there to make u feel pampered. Only drawback was slowness of service @ bfast. The meal was superb & of a high standard, esp the porridge, but needs to be quicker yet same quality. Can't wait to stay again.

We love this review and the play on words - thank you so much Hopefully we can welcome you back very soon, more so with the weather now firmly on the mend Renewed thanks More

peter m

Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom

18 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 7 cities

10 helpful votes

“Delightful stay”

Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

We stayed at the hotel for two days over the Easter break. Our room (number 2 I think) was spacious and well decorated with wonderful old fashioned furniture that suited the room. The hotel is an old building and you must accept that when you book - it is not a travel lodge - but the welcome and service was... More

Many thanks for both your custom and such a great review. It sounds like you may have fallen in love with The Shelleys as we have all done Hopefully we can welcome you back before very long and next time tempt you to dinner in The Apostrophe restaurant Renewed thanks More

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