The Bull

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

Property highlights

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: The Bull in Ditchling offers a 5-star hotel experience with a beautiful garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy family rooms, an outdoor play area, and bicycle parking. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature private bathrooms, bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include mini-bars, sofas, and parquet floors. Dining Options: The family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes a full English or Irish. Prime Location: Located 23 mi from London Gatwick Airport, The Bull is near attractions such as Brighton Pier (8.1 mi) and Brighton Dome (6.8 mi). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Young & Co.’s Brewery
Hotel chain/brand

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Rachel
Thailand Thailand
“The rooms were above a very attractive pub. The room itself was smallish but very stylishly decorated. Both the minibar and other refreshments were thoughtfully stocked. Our check-in with Jamie was excellent - very thorough, helpful and...”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room 3 - lovely decor, well supplied, high quality.”
Emily
United States United States
“A fantastic pub, packed with character and atmosphere and rooms that were luxurious, spacious, immaculate and comfortable. I travel a lot for work and this was hands down the best place I have stayed in the UK & Ireland. I will absolutely be...”
Julian
Canada Canada
“Beautiful location and building. Room was very comfortable. Great food, atmosphere and service in the pub and restaurant. Staff were very helpful and welcoming.”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“room as lovely and really well equipped - bed super comfy”
Sam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely stay, beautiful room and in a gorgeous village. Good breakfast too”
Wychwood
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, lovely building, great food, dinner and breakfast”
Maria
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautifully decorated and cosy rooms. In a lovely location. Fabulous range of beverage and snacks available in the room.”
Carol
Norway Norway
“Lovely pub. Open fire. Great atmosphere. Great food. Quirky place to stay with hidden door to bedrooms & sloping floors. Super comfy beds. Stylish bathrooms. Delicious breakfast. Ample parking. Beer garden looked fab but we didn't have the weather...”
David
Jersey Jersey
“Welcoming staff. Small room but really clean and comfortable. Had everything I needed including a Nespresso machine and a Roberts radio. Fully equipped bar. Clean and modern bathroom with good shower pressure Excellent breakfast. Restaurant/ pub...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Lunch and Dinner
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Breakfast
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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