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The Legacy White Hart Hotel

3.0 of 5
High St., Lewes BN7 1XE, England
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The Legacy White Hart Hotel
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South Molton, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Staff try hard with a building that is way past it's prime. 14" TV's that don't work, showers that dribble intermittent hot water and beds that sag in the middle. Shabby annex at the back smells bad. On the positive side, character filled and centrally located. Most staff pretty upbeat for their situation and there is a small gym and... More

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Cheddington, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Our two night stay was unexpectedly good and is highly recommended. Before visiting we looked at the reviews and were rather concerned. We had prepared ourselves for the worst and was expecting very basic standard of accomodation. How wrong can you be!! We were greeted on reception by extremely friendly, bubbly and welcoming staff. The communal areas of the hotel... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your constructive feedback following your recent stay,we hope that we can extend you a warm welcome on your next visit. More

Letchworth, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Unusually I didn't check the reviews for this hotel before we booked. Big mistake. The Hotel is ideally situated for town centre and attractions. Only about 15 parking spaces for 50+ rooms though. On arrival we were told our room was in the annexe at the back of the hotel. The lobby had a smell that seemed to permeate through... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your constructive feedback the hotel does have its challenges,however I am confident that in time the investment programme planned will restore the confidence of our returning guests. More

Sevenoaks
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3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

At £159 for 2 nights, with 3 course dinner on both nights, bottle of (very decent) house wine first night, and of course breakfast, this was really good value. That made up for a couple of shortcomings: tiny TV (14 inch CRT – from Freegle? – though management assured us they plan upgrade) and fiddling with antenna position to get... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Guest I was pleased to read that you enjoyed your overall stay and the hotel,your comments will be discussed at our next meeting and a detail plan developed to enhance the product More

Hampshire
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Had to book 2 rooms as no family room available, booked double and twin, arrived to 2 doubles, in the annexe which is very dated, peach bathroom suite and very small tv. Clean and satisfactory though. Had to remember to lock door with key otherwise security would be an issue. Hotel staff friendly, breakfast delicious. Kids used pool facilities and... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your constructive feedback perhaps you could call me on 01273 476694 to discuss your stay further More

Lymington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

My wife and I stayed at the The Legacy White Hart Hotel, Lewes on the 25th and 26th April. The hotel is very well priced. The front of house the 'old tudor' part still has many of it's old features and is very cosy and welcoming, all the staff are very freindly. Our room was in the extension to the... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your constructive feedback following your recent stay,your comments are duly noted and will be addressed at our next meeting.The hotel does have its challenges and in time working with the owners the hotel can strive forward in the right direction. More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

I don't have unrealistic expectations from hotels. This is a relatively cheap hotel in lewes. It's position on the high street is excellent. It is clearly a faded hotel that has lacked attention for a few decades. However it is also lacking in cleanliness to an extreme. The glasses were dirty. There was dirt between the bathroom tiles. The best... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your feedback following your recent stay at the hotel.Your comments will be discussed with the relevant departments and corrective action taken to ensure no reoccurrance of the points that you addressed.I do hope that in time that you may consider the hotel on a future visit More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

This hotel advertises free car parking on the leaflet but there are about ten spaces for a much larger number of rooms and functions, not to mention the difficult experience getting in and out of the car park to discover this. Lewes can be busy for parking and finding a space can be challenging at busy times, and parking is... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your construtive comments following your recent visit to the hotel,the hotel does have its challenges however I am convinced with the team on board that we can strive forward with the White Hart. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We visit Lewes regularly and usually stay at the White Hart. It is the only sensibly priced hotel in the centre of Lewes (I think the Pelham is seriously overpriced!). It's location is ideal - right in the heart of this fascinating town. Yes - the decor is very dated. Simple things could be done at virtually no cost -... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

We got a great deal staying at the White Hart hotel, we have stayed before and new what to expect. The staff were friendly and helpful but some areas of the hotel could do with refurbishment, especially the patio area outside the dining room, the garden chairs and tables were in a state of disrepair. Our room was small and... More

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Derek M, Manager at The Legacy White Hart Hotel, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Dear Guest I was pleased to read that you enjoyed your overall stay and thank you for your continued loyalty.We are in the process of changing all the televisions in all rooms.We are also looking at alternative new furnishings for the terrace we had not expected the early warm weather conditions. More

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Additional Information about The Legacy White Hart Hotel

Also Known As:
White Hart Lewes
The Legacy White Hart Hotel Lewes, East Sussex
Address: High St., Lewes BN7 1XE, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > East Sussex > Lewes
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 6 hotels in Lewes
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Legacy White Hart Hotel is 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 historic character. The public rooms boast period features, original oak beams, stone Tudor fireplaces, oak paneling and creaking, sloping floors. Then step into our leisure facilities complete with heated swimming pool and fully equipped gym offering treadmills, weight benches, cross trainers and much more. The hotel is within close proximity of Brighton and Falmer and Eastbourne. The train station is a short stroll from the hotel. ... more   less 
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