The Best East Sussex Hotels

Grade II listed Georgian mansion set in 300 acres of countryside and landscaped gardens - features elegant rooms and award-winning dining

landmark hotel, overlooking the sea, that features elegant guest rooms, fine dining, good service and hospitality and a relaxing ambience

original features meet individually decorated rooms, natural wood, artwork, a cinema room and a cosy cocktail bar at this stylish hotel

modern hotel set in 1100 acres of lush countryside featuring a superb array of leisure facilities, 2 championship golf courses and fine dining

historic, former inn dating from 1750 boasting views over Rye to the coast and featuring log fires, a snug bar and individually styled rooms

tucked away down a quiet side street off Marine Parade, this elegant townhouse has beautiful rooms individual in their style and design

a fine Regency property lovingly renovated by an award-winning architect to create a stylish, contemporary hotel with fine dining

stay in quirky, individually decorated rooms - Arty of House style - and enjoy a modern British menu and unique cocktails at this urban hotel

enjoys a prominent seafront setting and features elegant, classically styled guest rooms and public areas along with a fine dining restaurant

14th century house with a renowned restaurant and elegant rooms set in 4 acres of private grounds that stretch down to the Cuckmere River

Gothic revivalist, country house, dating from the 1850s, set in extensive grounds and features spacious bedrooms that are elegantly decorated

guests can enjoy first-class, international cuisine in the elegant restaurant of this stylishly decorated inn, just metres from the beach

a former smugglers' haunt dating back to 13th century, its rich heritage can still be witnessed today in the wealth of retained original features

townhouse hotel featuring quirky themed rooms inspired by pop culture, glamour and music and has a lively and eclectic events calendar

at this boutique hotel in a prime location 30 yards from Eastbourne Beach, the rooms have an elegant contemporary décor with high quality facilities

stylish retreat opposite Camber's dunes - guest rooms come with coastal themed decor, there is locally sourced food and a beach hut mini-spa

vibrant, LGBT friendly hotel in a prominent seafront setting - rooms are adorned with artwork and there is a subterranean nightclub

Brighton's landmark hotel is as grand as the name suggests with an oppulent interior, elegant rooms, fine dining and relaxing facilities

in an enviable location, just metres from the seafront and Pier, this elegant, Victorian hotel, makes an ideal base for a family holiday

an award-winning, cooked to order breakfast awaits guests at this stylish, carefully refurbished guest house situated near the seafront

enjoy a relaxed stay at this seafront hotel set in attractive gardens, there are spacious rooms, cosy public lounges and a pampering beauty salon

modern hotel, with smart, contemporary rooms, located moments from the station and a 15 minute walk from The Lanes and Royal Pavilion

privately owned hotel that has been in the same family since 1912 offering a traditional seaside stay with good hospitality and service

features contemporary, well presented rooms and is set on one of Brighton's main shopping streets with the seafront a short walk away

with views across to the South Downs, this friendly hotel, set in a 17th-century house, is operated as part of a Learning Disabilities Centre

friendly and informal hotel situated on the seafront with light and airy room traditionally decorated some of which have English Channel views

Georgian country house hotel set in mature gardens and offering relaxing facilities including hot tub, sauna and pampering treatments

contemporary, seafront hotel, centred around an impressive internal atrium with a bar at its heart, offering a range of relaxing facilities

stylish hotel featuring chic bedrooms adorned with artwork, many rooms enjoy marina views as do the restaurant and large terrace

conveniently placed, family-run hotel located close to the Towner Art Gallery, Winter Garden and theatres and provides well-appointed rooms

family run hotel, with an emphasis on relaxation and attention to detail, featuring attractive rooms, a Champagne bar and indoor pool and sauna

funky Kemptown guest house offering bespoke and decadent rooms with a luxurious, vintage style and a chilled seaside atmosphere

perched just above the beach in quieter Rottingdean - many of the well-appointed rooms have sea views as does the bar and restaurant

small, boutique hotel on the seafront boasting sumptuously decorated rooms, a sea view bar and a relaxing "Zen" garden and terrace

Victorian establishment, family owned offering a relaxed seaside atmosphere and ideally located for Eastbourne's cultural venues

imposing, Grade II listed hotel dating from 1828 enjoying a prominent location on the seafront and retaining charming period features

just a short stroll from the beach, this 200-year-old townhouse has been turned into a stylish boutique hotel with artwork in each room

offers chic, individually styed rooms, a subterranean spa and a contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar all in a seafront setting

perfectly placed, value hotel set back off of Grand Parade with the pier and Carpet Gardens opposite and within a short stroll of the town centre

directly opposite the beach on Maine Parade and within a few minutes walk of the pier, town centre shops are under 10 minutes on foot

there are comfortable, well-appointed rooms - many with sea views - at this well placed hotel, the pier and town centre are within a short walk

a host of relaxing leisure facilites, including Brighton's largest hotel pool, are offered at this friendly and ideally placed, seafront hotel

for space and comfort on a Brighton visit, choose this hotel for the stylish suites with fully equipped kitchenettes; guests praise the tasty breakfast

family owned and run hotel ideally placed for Eastbourne's cultural venues and the seafront featuring comfy, well-presented guest rooms

despite being Brighton's oldest hotel, this well placed hotel - beach and The Lanes on the doorstep - offers comfort and modern facilities

friendly, vibrant hotel found a stone's throw from Palace Pier and within easy reach of attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment

a limited service hotel offering an ethos of design, comfort and good value that can be found in a prominent spot on Eastbourne's seafront

modern hotel - set in over 350 acres of grounds that include two 18-hole golf courses - with spacious rooms and relaxing leisure facilities

just off the seafront with The Lanes on the doorstep - offers rooms with a chic, classical decor, a split-level bar and a European food menu

stylish hideaway with elegant, well designed rooms and an original Georgian ballroom standing proud on the High Street since 1575

sea views abound at this modern seafront hotel, many of the stylish rooms and suites and the relaxed restaurant all enjoy Channel vistas

set in extensive grounds just off the A22 - an ideal exploring base - parts date back to the 1690s and original features can still be seen today

in a seafront setting opposite the bandstand and close to the i360 viewing pod - rooms are bright, comfy and many have sea views

enjoys a handy location on the seafront just moments from Palace Pier and features a vibrant bar and a nightclub at the weekend

set amid 38 acres of woodland and formal gardens on the outskirts of St. Leonards and Hastings and offering a wealth of relaxing leisure facilities

Grade II listed building overlooking a Regency garden square just off the seafront - sumptuous guest rooms come opulently furnished

seafront hotel, with a friendly atmosphere, featuring spacious and comfortable rooms - some with sea views - stylish restaurant and bar

a stunningly beautiful, 16th century house, boasting a wealth of character, luxuriously furnished bedrooms and a cosy, intimate bar

offers individually designed rooms, traditional pub fayre prepared using fresh, seasonal produce and is just 2 miles from Rye's historic centre

luxurious, boutique accommodation, a delightful walled-garden and pampering treatment rooms feature at this 18th-century former Rectory

individually styled rooms, local real ales, locally sourced food, roaring log fires and a delightful garden all come together in a pretty village

comfortable, contemporary rooms alongside a Steakhouse and bar set close to the junction of the A23 and A27making a good touring base

step from the terrace on to the private sandy beach, at this award-winning seaside hotel with stylish, coastal-themed rooms and a smart restaurant

set on Strand Quay overlooking the River Tillingham just 5 minutes on foot from the historic town centre; offers comfy, well-appointed rooms

indulge in a sea view room at this light, airy, Grade II listed Georgian dwelling and bask in the glorious views of the sea and Palace Pier

providing smart, comfortable rooms in a peaceful setting with on site barbecue facilities for guests, this hotel is well located for a relaxing countryside stay, yet only some 20 miles to the South Coast

an impressive Victorian hotel set on a tree-lined street just off the seafront offering comfy rooms, relaxing lounge and a large restaurant

bright colours, contemporary design and bespoke artwork from local and international artists blend at this chic hotel in the North Lanes

many of the well-presented rooms have views overlooking the 9th green and 10th tee and some even have balconies at the relaxing hotel

a refined 19th-century house with a colonial-style veranda set in a charming South Downs village - guest rooms are ultra-smart and chic

formed of 3 lovingly restored Regency mansions and features comfy rooms, many with sea views, and a bar that also enjoys sea views

offers simple, no frills rooms in a prime seafront location just steps away from the i360 observation tower and has a pizza restaurant

just metres from the beach and sea, this traditionally furnished, seaside hotel offers an economic choice for a holiday stay

traditional, seaside hotel located just a short stroll from the seafront offering large airy rooms and a restaurant serving a classic British menu

18th-century country house set in a 150 acre private park with a lake and woods - rooms have individual decor and are tastefully furnished

just off the seafront, moments from the i360 - traditional hotel, retaining Regency character, with a restaurant serving locally caught seafood

close to historic Ashdown Forest, this welcoming inn offers a variety of room options and a relaxed bar restaurant serving classic British cuisine

former coaching inn dating from the 16th century where original features blend with modern facilities including a tropical themed swimming pool

the Pier and Beach can be reached within an easy 3 minute walk of this chic, boutique-style aparthotel, boasting well-appointed, airy suites

with some rooms affording sea views, this elegant, seafront hotel, in the popular Kemptown area, serves as an ideal base for a holiday

the interior decor is inspired by the maritime, East Coast of the USA, and has a light and airy feel as well as local artists work adorning the walls

original open fires and timber beams are still evident at this welcoming, family-run hotel and restaurant from its days as the village forge

a traditional Victorian town house located close to Eastbourne's cultural quarter - guest rooms have been tastefully and comfortably refurbished

well-appointed standard and superior rooms - many with fine sea views - and an indoor fun pool are featured at this handily placed seafront hotel

offers bright modern rooms, simply furnished, but comfortable, located a 5-minute walk from Warrior Square Station and shops and restaurants

Tudor house set overlooking the green in a pretty village, public areas retain wood-panelling and oak beams and there is a pleasant terrace

traditional hotel - popular with tour groups - featuring a good range of facilities including 2 restaurants, a large dance floor and entertainment

treat yourself to a sea view room for sweeping vistas across the English Channel and the pier at this well-appointed hotel in a prime spot

seafront, 4-storey, Victorian property family-owned and managed - many of the guest rooms enjoy sea views as does the relaxing guest lounge

just moments from the railway station and with shops, restaurants and bars on the doorstep - functional, modern rooms are featured

elegant and fashionable Georgian townhouse with a cosy and contemporary bistro serving French specialities and an array of wines

elegant seaside retreat providing stylish rooms, some with 4-poster beds, a secluded walled-garden and a collection of local artists work

an award-winning, Edwardian property, perfectly located for the cultural quarter's venues and seafront, providing well-appointed guest rooms

"we left with great memories" and "amazing breakfasts" are just two of the many positive comments from previous guests of this homely inn

a modern, seafront hotel situated a few steps from the i360 viewing pod and features smart rooms and a gourmet burger restaurant

luxury, chic guest house with boutique, individually styled rooms that is ideally located for the beach and Kemptown's vibrant scene

offers contemporary accommodation, locally sourced food and local ales and is situated moments from the station for trains into London

a conveniently placed hotel on the seafront opposite Eastbourne's bandstand and a short walk from the pier, town centre and theatres

Edwardian house tucked away in beautifully landscaped gardens just off the A21 - elegant guest rooms feature handmade furniture

seafront hotel that has featured on Channel 5's, "The Hotel Inspector" it is directly opposite the beach and had a large sun lounge to relax in

village inn welcoming tourists, pilgrims and weary businessmen for over three centuries situated in a picturesque High Weald village

privately owned hotel providing good value accommodation in a prime seafront spot of Grand Parade and boasting it's own beach side eatery

welcoming guests since 1905, this handsome Edwardian hotel has been rejuvenated into a stylish, boutique, seafront pad with a pampering spa

relaxed and unfussy guest house in a Grade II listed Regency townhouse where original character blends with boutique styling

Rye's former customs warehouse built in 1592, today it is a welcoming inn with smart, stylish rooms and serves locally sourced, seasonal food

opposite the 1066 Battle of Hastings site, traditional inn with stylish rooms - some with Battle Abbey views - and serving locally sourced food

in a superb location on Hasting's beachfront, a fine period hotel - a former bank - offers spacious rooms with an attractive modern décor, and a bistro

overlooks the colourful Carpet Gardens, the Victorian pier and English Channel - many of the bright, comfortable rooms enjoy sea views

located on a Regency square just off the seafront - some rooms with traditional high ceilings that retain 19th-century period features

previous guests of this luxuriously appointed, peaceful B&B have particularly praised it for its location, comfort and value-for-money

Grade II listed Victorian town house welcoming visitors to Eastbourne for over 90 years - guest rooms are well-appointed for a comfortable stay

quirky inn, set in a pretty village, offering unique, lavishly decorated rooms, some with copper bath tubs; the food is uncomplicated

just a 2 minute walk from the beach, this welcoming hotel has been highly praised by previous guests for the quality of breakfasts served

traditional hotel offering well-appointed rooms, an elegant restaurant serving classic British and European dishes and regular entertainment

set in the heart of town, this elegant, contemporary restaurant, serving Austrian cuisine, boasts stylish rooms, furnished to a high standard