About this property
Set in acres of West Sussex countryside, West Dean College is just 6 miles from historic Chichester and 13 minutes’ drive from the heart of the South Downs National Park. The Sussex Coast can be reached after 20 minutes by car. The rooms in this characterful and quirky period property are mostly traditional in style, although the college includes a variety of room types, with some more modern and contemporary options. Many rooms feature garden views and bathrooms offer either a bath or a shower, with complimentary toiletries and towels. The rooms are either situated within the main house or in cottages or the vicarage which are all within the grounds. You can expect a peaceful stay as rooms do not have TVs or phones in the rooms, we do however have excellent Wi-Fi should you wish to bring a laptop or tablet. In the mornings, West Dean College serve breakfast between 8-9am on weekdays and 8-9:30am at the weekend. The breakfast will be served in the college dining room amongst the students.Tea and coffee will be provided in the bedroom and refreshed as needed. Guests will receive free entry to West Dean’s famous and beautifully landscaped gardens. An array of activities can be enjoyed onsite, including walks through the stunning arboretum, croquet, and tennis. The outdoor heated swimming pool is open during summer. Please note that occasional essential maintenance may require the pool to be closed for a period. To avoid inconvenience, we recommend calling ahead or inquiring at reception upon arrival. The Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival are within 5 miles of the West Dean College. Gatwick Airport is 45 miles away and Heathrow Airport is less than 60 miles away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Bar
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- Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good if you wanted a cooked meal but I would have liked a greater choice for continental style food. A bowl of fruit for example would have been very welcome. The large slices of pineapple and melon were a little difficult to eat...” - Snozzy
United Kingdom
“Everything, building was amazing, the grounds were just fabulous, and all of the staff were so friendly. We also had breakfast included in the price, which included full English and yoghurt and pastries. I honestly couldn't fault our stay.” - Ionut
United Kingdom
“Location wise was perfect. I went there to stay the night before the Race to the King Ultra Marathon races. The only downside is that there is no Aircon and it was a bit too hot during the night. Also the windows are old and it can be noisy,...” - Janine
Austria
“It was the most surprising and special stay I‘ve ever been to. Sleeping in the college was like in a Harry Potter Movie and walking across the gardens feels like you‘re literally Alice in Wonderland. If you love a magic get away in the middle of...” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“Everything was great. Lovely clean room, friendly helpful staff and great breakfast! Beautiful grounds and building. Would definitely stay here again.” - Penn
United Kingdom
“I was attending a wedding locally and West Dean College was in a perfect location. An excellent greeting on arrival from the Reception Desk team who were able to give me my room early. The College is housed in a beautiful historic building. My...” - Jarman
United Kingdom
“Great location, access to West Dean gardens. Good breakfast, overall a very nice place to stay.” - Anna
United Kingdom
“stunning historic property perfectly located for Goodwood” - Anthony
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, great breakfast and close proximity to Goodwood Racecourse.” - Sue
United Kingdom
“Stunning setting in the Sussex Downs. Access to grounds, Nurseries and gardens at no extra charge. Wonderful breakfast. A real escape.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that overnight guests can enjoy free access to the gardens.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.