White Hart Inn Darwell Hill, Brightling, TN33 9QH, United Kingdom
#1 of 1 hotels in Brightling
Guests' ChoiceBased on 153 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.4
Free Wifi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 7, 2025
Jill
United KingdomThis was our second stay at the White Hart. The rooms were co portable, very clean and had tea coffee etc. The view from the hotel is gorgeous. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We didn't have breakfast at the hotel, but we did have dinner which was delicious, we'll be back and can highly recommend
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 1, 2025
John
United KingdomWonderful location, stunning view over downs to the coast. Very friendly welcome, food excellent & most important, Harvey's Sussex Bitter on tap! Will return.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 17, 2025
Mark
United KingdomVery nice room. Friendly helpful staff and excellent food
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 11, 2025
Helen
United KingdomDouble glazing wasn't brilliant so the road was a bit noisier than we expected.
Staff were really helpful and welcoming throughout. Lovely spacious bathroom, fluffy towels and comfy bed. Really nice local cafe across the road where you can get a great breakfast or coffee.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 20, 2025
James
United KingdomDon't do breakast
Great Rooms great food and great Beer
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: October 25, 2024
Jo
United KingdomRoom was compact - ok for 1 though so not really a complaint Would have been nice to have had a voucher or something for breakfast at the cafe Wasn’t sure what to do a check out
Location ideal as close to family home Views were great Room was very clean and had everything I needed Staff were friendly Restaurant looked good - sorry I didn’t have the chance to try it
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 14, 2024
Andy
United KingdomAll good
Very clean and quiet
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 22, 2024
Deirdre
United KingdomNo breakfast available
Well equipped room Easy access out of hours Lovely views
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Sue
United KingdomDue to location we were on the side of at times a busy road, so be prepared for road noise.
Chosen as a base as location good for places we wanted to visit. Warm welcome by Paul who showed us to our room which was good, well decorated, spotlessly clean & the bed was very comfy. The pub bar & patio was a great place to relax and enjoy the food, drink and views across to Hastings and the sea. Service was excellent. Made very welcome by Paul and Ben.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Isobel
United KingdomRoom was very clean. Staff we very helpful. Food was amazing
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 18, 2024
Karen
United KingdomLots of road noise if you are in a room at the front and if you are in the room by the door please remember to keep blinds down if you take a shower !!!
Comfortable room for one night. Lovely garden views
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 17, 2024
Mark
United KingdomThey currently don’t do breakfast, but that is being rectified. Not a major issue- I was still full from an excellent meal the previous night in the pub
Brilliant view, rooms above a great foodie pub
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 11, 2024
Natasha
United KingdomLovely rooms, very clean. Pub was very welcoming with nice food and the staff were very helpful. It is a remote but lovely part of the countryside but a car is needed.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Kevin
United KingdomJust a single night stop over on our way to a classic car show. Greeted by Paul who was extremely efficient, helpful and friendly. The room and facilities were bright, clean and, I would guess, recently refurbished and decorated. Had an evening meal in the restaurant below which was superb and the staff were very attentive and polite. We would recommend both the accommodation and food.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
David
United KingdomThe road was quite busy and noisy if you had the windows open.
The bar and restaurant was very comfortable and cosy, the outdoor area had amazing views towards Eastbourne and Hastings. The rooms were very clean and comfy with excellent beds and bathroom facilities. We stayed there as we were attending a wedding locally and with a separate entrance to the bedrooms ment we did not have to worry what time we got back. Would recommend the White Hart inn to all our friends and family.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 31, 2024
David
United KingdomNo breakfast available on site
Well presented facilities in a lovely area with great scenery
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
John
United KingdomBreakfast facility
amazing views, good food
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Mark
ChinaNothing other than I was disappointed the bar was closed, but I totally understand the reasoning.
Lovely location and view, room was exceptionally clean, comfortable and pleasant to stay in and I would have extended my stay if I didn’t have a flight to catch! The facilities far better than expected, room well equipped and the tea and coffee making facilities very generous.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 3, 2024
Antell
United Kingdomwould be good to have a minifridge !
Easy check in , nice rooms
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 17, 2024
Mark
United KingdomHad rang earlier to ask if room could be ready after lunch as Had a wedding to attend. Had a lovely meal staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was ready and very clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Paul
United KingdomThe room was so clean as was the bathroom. The inn its self offered great food and the staff were so helpful and friendly. While sitting in the restaurant or outside you could enjoy the beautiful views. Would highly recommend .
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Jade
United KingdomClean, great location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Colin
United KingdomPub shut earlier than advertised at just gone 10pm on Saturday night
Very Modem and well designed
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Amanda
United KingdomPillows slightly lumpy.
Friendly and professional staff. Delicious freshly cooked, seasonal food. Exceptionally clean accommodation.
Stayed in April 2024
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