Halland Forge Hotel
, Lewes
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Reviews - Halland Forge Hotel
A hidden gem in East Sussex!!
Submitted by: Sam in 04/02/09 - Age Group: 26 - 30
- From: United Kingdom
- Traveller type: Family Traveller
Wow! After reading all of reviews below I wasn't really looking forward to staying at the Halland Forge Hotel, but as soon as we arrived we were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome. We decided to have dinner at the Pub and were given the semi private table in the main room, which was really nice! Most of the reviews below were written in 2006 and after a lovely chat with the owner and his wife we found out that they had only just taken over for the past year or 2 and had gone to great lengths to turn the place around. It's a very busy place and on Sunday it was near impossible to get a table so good job we got there early! As for the Hotel, our rooms had everything we could ask for! Décor is a standard Hotel style with a clean/fresh look feel and after finding out the new energy saving and eco-friendly wood burner they had installed how can you put anyone down who does their bit for the environment as well as offering a lovely stay?!
Trying Harder
Submitted by: Don in 18/08/07 - Age Group: 41 - 50
- From: United Kingdom
- Traveller type: Business Traveller
Staff nonchalant but ok, decor ok, food beautifully presented but bore little resemblance to what was on the menu. Much more enjoyable than stopping at a Little Chef on the way back from Eastbourne - maybe worth it if you like medieval carverys - looked OK and better value than our a la carte meals.
Did a great job!
Submitted by: Gail & Barry in 20/10/06 - Age Group: 60 +
- From: United States
- Traveller type: Retired
The Halland Forge Hotel did a super job hosting our mum's 100th birthday dinner this month -- over 40 guests and everyone left pleased and satisfied with both service and food. The latter was excellent (from the various comments), generous portions and service was good as well as unobtrusive. The room was well set-up and accommodated us comfortably.
The only concern were some communications "glitches" beforehand although these did not affect the party. However if one is planning a large event here, just be sure to always speak to the person in charge of such arrangements and to check beforehand that all is in order. (Which we did and caught one problem). However this sort of thing is par for most larger gatherings.
The only concern were some communications "glitches" beforehand although these did not affect the party. However if one is planning a large event here, just be sure to always speak to the person in charge of such arrangements and to check beforehand that all is in order. (Which we did and caught one problem). However this sort of thing is par for most larger gatherings.
Wot a Dump!
Submitted by: Bev in 14/08/06 - Age Group: 41 - 50
- From: United Kingdom
- Traveller type: Mature Couple
Quite the worst hotel I have ever stayed in! Room was filthy when we checked in - loo covered in urine and pubic hair, rubbish in bin and toe nails on carpet! Staff all East European and extremely unhelpful with no English spoken(apparently!). No towels, TV wire dangerous, lock hanging off room door. Said they couldn't give us another room, and as they had my credit card details and it was late in the day, we were reluctant just to leave. Floors and walls very thin - occupant of room above paid a visit to loo in early hours and we could hear EVERYTHING. Brekfast wasn't too bad but plates and glasses weren't too clean. So far no ill effects but think this is more down to good constitutions rather than good cooking..... Avoid this place like the plague!
How refreshing to have such a pleasent pub in the area!
Submitted by: Sally Evens in 13/06/06 - Age Group: 26 - 30
- From: United Kingdom
- Traveller type: Family Traveller
We've have been to Halland Forge about 7/8 times since it came under new management last spring and we love it there now! It's about time we have such a pleasant pub at last. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. The staff were great wit the kids and the new kids new is perfect! The staff are always so helpful and polite! Congratulations Halland Forge!!
Excellent
Submitted by: Ronnie in 06/06/06 - Age Group: 31 - 40
- From: United Kingdom
- Traveller type: Special Interest/Event
I found the rooms were very well decorated, and very pleasant. The food in the restaurant was excellent, and at a good price. A definite recommendation!
Awful
Submitted by: in 25/07/05 - Age Group:
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- Traveller type: Special Interest/Event
Awful service and impolite staff with barely a clue on how to treat paying customers!
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