Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lewes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lewes

With a population of 16,479, Lewes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom.

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Where to Eat in Lewes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fork Lewes (14 Station Street) and Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes (56 Cliffe High St) are great picks.

When to visit Lewes

Lewes in February
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lewes in February
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lewes

Plane

Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 71 km from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 70 km from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 71 km from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 70 km from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in London.

Airports near Lewes

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Lewes

Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,691 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,831 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lewes

From 5-star hotels such as the Beechwood B and B to great affordable options like the The Blacksmiths Arms, Lewes offers a range of accommodations for every taste.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lewes

Most booked hotels in Lewes

The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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The Grand Brighton
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$267+
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Leonardo Hotel Brighton
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$145+
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ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$98+
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West Beach Hotel Brighton
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$87+
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Harbour Hotel & Spa Brighton
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$190+
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Hiring a car in Lewes

Expect to pay $4.17 per litre in Lewes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $49.94 and $66.58. The most frequently booked car type in Lewes is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.17 per litre in Lewes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $49.94 and $66.58. The most frequently booked car type in Lewes is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.