Buxted Park Hotel is set on a 312-acre estate roamed by fallow deer, in rural East Sussex. This AA 4-Red-Star lodging occupies a striking Palladian mansion dating from the 18th century, and has hosted suitably grand guests including William Wordsworth, Winston Churchill and Marlon Brando.
Glyndebourne, the renowned opera house, is a 20-minute drive away, while National Trust property Wakehurst Place -- an Elizabethan manor with ornamental gardens -- and Anne Boleyn's childhood home Hever Castle, are within 35 minutes' drive. The hilltop town of Rye, "often described as England's quaintest town… a little nugget of the past" (Lonely Planet), takes an hour to reach by car.
Ornate columns, intricate plasterwork and a gilt coat of arms decorate Buxted Park Hotel's grand lobby lounge. Guests can relax with coffee, cocktails and afternoon tea by the fireplace in the bar, which features high ceilings, chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows, and dine in the 2-AA-Rosette restaurant. There's also a terrace with views of the grounds.
Classic Rooms are split between the main house and the garden wing. Executive Rooms are larger than Classic Rooms and are in the garden wing. Wi-Fi is free.
Amenities
General
Infant cots / cribs
Bar
Newspaper / magazines
Extra beds / roll away beds
Games room
Restaurant
No pets allowed
100% smoke-free
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry / dry cleaning
Room service (limited hours)
Business center
Safe in reception
Room amenities
Air-conditioning
Central heating
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Fridge
Iron and ironing board
Outdoor space for some rooms
Safe
Sitting area
Flatscreen TV
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Bathroom
Bathrobes and slippers
Hair-dryer
Luxury toiletries
Bathtub or shower
Parking
Complimentary parking
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom in some rooms
Accessible meeting room
Accessible parking
Accessible path of travel
Accessible restaurant
Facilities for guests with special needs
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in:
Standard Time is 3pm. Minimum age required to check in: 18.
Checkout:
Standard Time is 11am.
Children and additional guests:
Crib/Pack 'n Play available upon request, free of charge, for children 3 and under. Extra bedding not available for older children and adults. Please use the Special Request field to confirm the age of the third guest. Breakfast is included.
Pets:
No pets allowed.
Cancellation:
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Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
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(108 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Buxted Park Hotel (Handpicked Hotels) over the past 15 months.
Good service with a special mention to Liam one of staff in the dining room who was a good representation of how staff should interact with customers
Other Comments
Negative comments would be hotel lacked some atmosphere with decoration and would question how the hotel was awarded 2 AA rosettes as the food was not good with a lot of basic skills lacking which included overcooked seasonal vegetables, non filletted fish and suprisingly fish fillets in a Chicken Ceasar Salad!!!! Sandwiches were made with shop bought bread an for just under £10 per sandwich would expect fresh local backed bread.
KevinSep 21, 2019Chatham, United Kingdom
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Beautiful hotel in a lovely setting. Staff friendly & obliging. Food excellent. Couldn’t fault it!
Sep 20, 2019verwood, United Kingdom
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A good hotel, lovely location in gorgeous surroundings.
colinSep 17, 2019Horsham, United Kingdom
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Food was amazing as was all staff especially the young gentleman in the main restaurant and he was in the orangery for breakfast. Room and grounds also lovely I will certainly visit again
SandraSep 05, 2019Aylesford, United Kingdom
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everyone very nice lovely break
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would go again really relaxing
dianeSep 05, 2019benfleet, United Kingdom
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Lovely room and grounds. Very relaxing and informal atmosphere.
ShirleySep 02, 2019Southampton, United Kingdom
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We have stayed at other hotels within the group and this one was up there with the best. Nothing too much trouble from the staff, making it a very pleasant break
RobertAug 29, 2019Gillingham, United Kingdom
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We were greeted by a welcoming smile and very friendly check-in. We found all the staff to be friendly and welcoming, always smiling and saying hello
DEBBIEAug 27, 2019Dorking, United Kingdom
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Lovely hotel. Food incredibly pricey. Room very nice but could have been a bit larger
JaneAug 25, 2019Whitstable, United Kingdom
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Lovely setting. Added bonus of balcony,not seen often in the UK
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Tea/Coffee replenished twice a day,biscuits too! Lovely old church at perimeter of grounds. Also delightful walk down to the lake.
TonyAug 24, 2019Billericay, United Kingdom
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Everything about the hotel was fantastic. Great accommodation, amazing staff and perfect location. No complaints whatsoever!
EileenAug 24, 2019London, United Kingdom
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Absolutely superb in every way - high quality accommodation, excellent food, great customer service, lovely grounds with a really nice ambience - will definitely return.
ClaireAug 22, 2019Gravesend, United Kingdom
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Lovely short stay with very accommodating staff
GeorginaAug 22, 2019Southampton, United Kingdom
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So pleased we booked this break. The hotel was lovely with friendly but efficient staff. Grounds were great for a relaxing stroll to the lake. Dinner was ok but could be better. Breakfast was good.
JuliaAug 20, 2019Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
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Fantastic
JulieAug 20, 2019Eastbourne, United Kingdom
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This is a stunningly beautiful hotel and setting. It is a luxury hotel and the room was very comfortable
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A series of issues arose during our stay connected with service in the bar and the restaurant followed by housekeeping failing to service our room. We did discuss this with management and to their credit they dealt with our comments well and followed up in a very positive way.
GeoffAug 19, 2019Saint Neots, United Kingdom
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Very pleasant and relaxing
PamAug 18, 2019Hockley, United Kingdom
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Really good for a weekend away. Service from staff could not have been better.
Extensive grounds to wander in.
DavidAug 14, 2019Abingdon, United Kingdom
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First rate stay
PaulAug 12, 2019Hastings, United Kingdom
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A very pleasant two days with excellent meals and service from all the staff
JohnAug 09, 2019Esher, United Kingdom
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Very enjoyable
georgeAug 08, 2019Chichester, United Kingdom
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We were fortunate to be upgraded by the hotel (without asking) to a suite which was fabulous. Lovely staff.
Other Comments
I think perhaps Travelzoo should make it clear in their offer clear that although a £35 per person allowance is made for dinner a discretionary 10% service charge is added to all restaurant bills, which means to the whole of one’s dinner bill. We were very happy with the service and chose to pay this but it could come as a bit of a shock!
AnthonyAug 07, 2019Brentwood, United Kingdom
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Poor service at the meal on Sunday but was very well resolved at checkout by the duty manager.
AlanAug 07, 2019Benfleet, United Kingdom
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I took my wife to celebrate our anniversary.
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Excellent atmosphere lovely staff.
PhilipAug 06, 2019Maidstone, United Kingdom
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AMAZING GROUNDS - EXCELLENT SERVICE - STAGGERINGLY GOOD FOOD
AndrewAug 02, 2019GILLINGHAM, United Kingdom
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Spent three nights here in late July. Scorching weather so air-con in room welcome. Nice hotel in stunning location. Money towards the meal part of the package but would probably not choose to eat here normally. Shame there's no draught beer available, but 75cl bottle of prosecco very welcome on arrival to drink out on the terrace after dinner. Room perfectly good and staff all friendly and helpful. Breakfast good standard especially the fresh fruit selection.
Other Comments
Plenty to do within 20 mile radius, Eastbourne, Beachy Head and numerous NT properties.
IanJul 31, 2019Derby, United Kingdom
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So good we can’t wait to go back and have booked again for September
AlisonJul 30, 2019EpsomEpsom, United Kingdom
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We enjoyed our one night stay.
Setting was superb; room (Classic) was OK; food very good.
One of us needed gluten-free food and there was ample choice.
Quality of food and service at dinner was excellent but we would have preferred tables to have been further apart. Also, we had no choice over time for dinner and were allocated 8.30 pm which was rather late for us. Although we presented ourselves at 8.20 we were not shown into the restaurant till 9 pm.
We hope to return and if so will seek to get dinner reservations resolved well before arrival.
GJul 30, 2019Hatfield, United Kingdom
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The staff, with the exception of two of the waiters at dinner on our second night, were extremely friendly and helpful, especially the receptionist. We were upgraded to a beautiful suite which she then arranged for us to keep when we decided to stay a second night. A very pleasant break.
ElizabethJul 30, 2019Pinner, United Kingdom
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great dinner
markJul 27, 2019Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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Enjoyable break. Good deal.
DannyJul 25, 2019West Malling, United Kingdom
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A lovely hotel in a fabulous setting. Friendly staff, unfortunately due to a very busy evening we didn’t get our dinner till later than we wanted to eat and also service was a bit slow in the morning. Food excellent though!
KayJul 23, 2019Calne, United Kingdom
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Staff were exceptionally helpful and professional
MichaelJul 12, 2019Camberley, United Kingdom
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wonderful environment
SusanJul 08, 2019Amersham, United Kingdom
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The grounds, environment and comfortable bed. Breakfast was excellent.
Other Comments
Very good service
JanisJun 12, 2019London, United Kingdom
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Location
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Food very disappointing and overpriced
lyndaJun 05, 2019London, United Kingdom
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Everything, setting , service, friendly
SharronJun 03, 2019Woking, United Kingdom
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The peace and quiet, and the grounds were delightful.
DebbieMay 31, 2019Chichester, United Kingdom
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Location was fab
Other Comments
Unfortunately the evening meal was bland!
SarahMay 27, 2019Polegate, United Kingdom
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Our room was very comfortable and nicely furnished, with an extremely comfortable Superking bed. We had lovely views over beautiful landscape, and a pleasant balcony to sit out on. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Food was good (though not particularly exciting.) A nice touch having complementary water and fresh milk in the fridge.
Other Comments
We were disappointed to have been put next door to a very loud and raucous family staying in room 21, who kept us awake until 2am drunkenly shouting at each other. They also had the audacity to order drinks for themselves on our Room 22. We only discovered this when we were leaving the hotel and paying the bill, and could easily have missed it. There should be a better system for the night porter to ensure that people pay cash for late night drinks, Preventing such scams.
We would have liked some acknowledgement from the hotel that it was our 44th Wedding Anniversary. This was stated on our booking, but was not mentioned on our arrival. The hotel seemed rather distracted in making preparations and setting up for a wedding which was happening the next day.
AnneMay 26, 2019Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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The grounds are lovely and staff were very welcoming and friendly. Dining staff were always happy to chat and offer help if needed.
Other Comments
My only criticism would be at the availability of televisions in hotel rooms. I know I'm probably in a minority here, but on our second night our neighbours were perhaps hard of hearing and couldn't live without tv noise. It would be great if some rooms were available that were tv free. Thoughtless neighbours apart, we hope to return.
JenniferMay 22, 2019Walsall, United Kingdom
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Great Margarita - thank you Luke.
Lovely food both for dinner and breakfast. Service excellent- thank you Liam.
Nice room
My daughter and grandson arrived for breakfast to surprise me for my birthday. Liam welcomed them and without a fuss, sat them at our table and provided them with breakfast - thank you!
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Booked the hotel for the night before my birthday as a treat. Obviously hotel was quiet which is why promotion was on but went to the bar early afternoon and we was the only couple there. The bar was silent, not even any background music to add atmosphere.
Had a lovely meal in the evening in the restaurant (Liam was a real star and looked after us beautifully) but we came out into the bar after and again it was just the two of us - we had a great cocktail but again sat in silence.
Such a shame when I was really looking for a relaxed evening and the chance to celebrate my birthday. So we left after a drink and was in bed by 9.45pm
Such a shame about the atmosphere- it could be such a great place to relax, read the paper and spend some time. A little music would transform this bar.
TracyMay 18, 2019Edenbridge, United Kingdom
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without exception the staff were extremely helpful and because my partner and myself both have mobility problems, they went the extra mile to ensure that we were well looked after. It was nice too to see a number of elderly staff, again very capable and looked after us so well.
RoyMay 18, 2019Southampton, United Kingdom
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Peaceful country location.
Other Comments
Food and dining experience is exceptional, but I do object to paying £3.50 extra for a small dish of about half a dozen carrots, and the same for half a dozen potatoes!
SusanMay 17, 2019Eastbourne, United Kingdom
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Friendly service in the bar and restaurant. Room well appointed with great view.
markMay 14, 2019Upper Hartfield, United Kingdom
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The Staff were so welcoming and helpful
Other Comments
we stay away approx once a month
this is by far the best place we have stayed at
JustinMay 12, 2019Dartford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Walking in the adjoining park and woodland
MargeMay 07, 2019London, United Kingdom
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heating in room not working cold all night and little heat gave us was too small to do anythink very pricey for having to have that
michaelMay 07, 2019Canterbury, United Kingdom
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Surroundings, quiet & well kept grounds
Other Comments
Small problem with one meal in restaurant was well dealt with and adequately resolved. Attentive pleasant staff. Restaurant Manager even sought us out next day to ensure we were satisfied.
PaulMay 04, 2019Lancing, United Kingdom
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The grounds that you can walk around peace and quiet
AnnMay 02, 2019London, United Kingdom
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Hot food could be hotter. French cuisine just short of good standard. Thought drinks prices were too high, £3.60 for a mixer! really. Otherwise very enjoyable and staff were excellent
V AMay 02, 2019Hook, United Kingdom
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Elegant but shabby chic at the same time. A not quite so posh Clivedon vibe.
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Room comfy and v well appointed (robes/fresh milk for drinks (not annoying little pods). Lovely fresh flower arrangements around the place. Lovely grounds. Friendly, attentive and slightly eccentric (in case of the Maitre D!) staff.
ChristineMay 01, 2019Hampton, United Kingdom
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Decoration in the Crystal bar
Other Comments
No atmosphere in the Orangery. Lovely restaurant behind bar
SueApr 23, 2019Reigate, United Kingdom
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Staff were outstanding and just had a really lovely night away! Food was wonderful as well....Location was perfect!
TinaApr 23, 2019St Leonards on sea, United Kingdom
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Lovely staff, the grounds are amazing, lovely clean rooms with good linens & comfy bed
Other Comments
They were busy preparing for a wedding & it looks like a perfect venue, they were making it look beautiful for the wedding party
kathyApr 21, 2019Hove, United Kingdom
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The food, the service and the general ambience.
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We love this hotel! The (standard) rooms are not huge but are nicely furnished and sparkling clean. The staff cannot be faulted and the food is fabulous.
MaryApr 21, 2019Billericay, United Kingdom
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The feelo g of being welcome and valued. The beautiful relaxing setting.
Other Comments
Looking forward to a return visit
LindaApr 21, 2019Fareham, United Kingdom
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Food very expensive over the top. Two scollops for 16 pounds small glass of wine £10.50.
Mr. RolandApr 06, 2019Colchester, United Kingdom
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Overall venue and grounds
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Room cold, heating broken. Dinner menu, high end prices for mediocre food
GeoffreyApr 05, 2019Peacehaven, United Kingdom
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Everything - great staff, excellent food and lovely grounds - the best Travelzoo we have had.
Other Comments
Can't wait to return for another visit.
AndrewApr 03, 2019Clifton, United Kingdom
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The grounds are what makes it truly special but all the staff are lovely and helpful.
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I have taken a star off since we had some workers with a large noisy lift doing repair work right outside our room making noise and dust. No one mentioned this to us on arrival at the desk. However, I happened to mention it to someone on the staff in passing and she herself came back to offer us one of two other rooms. We appreciated her effort and moved upstairs to a different room. However, they really shouldn't have been booking out this room at all in my opinion. You couldn't have used the terrace anyway. I would be most careful before booking next time. Otherwise it's a great place. The dining/breakfast room is very claustraphobic and in my opinion unattractive. A shame they don't always use the Orangery.
kateApr 03, 2019Twickenham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location and the staff
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The reception hall was drab and not inviting. It appears that the main function for Buxted Park Hotel is for weddings, above all else. The dining room has no windows. Considering the price to stay at BPH, the general appearance is tired. When checking out of the hotel, I was charged for drinks which I had not had the previous evening. The receptionist dealt with this and gave me a further discount.
ThomasApr 02, 2019Romford, United Kingdom
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Excellent location
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Beautiful building and accommodation with friendly, helpful staff and good food
NickMar 29, 2019Worthing, United Kingdom
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lovely grounds
AlanMar 27, 2019Morden, United Kingdom
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great location. Lovely building. Looking a little tired in parts
Other Comments
staff very friendly. Restaurant maître d was just a little over the top. Food hit and miss. Main course delicious starter not so.