The Best East Sussex Seaside Hotels

recommended hotels near the sea, on or close to the East Sussex coast


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

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

Langham Hotel

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

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

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

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

Hydro Hotel

Eastbourne

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

Jurys Inn

Brighton

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

The Relais

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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

My Brighton

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

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

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

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behind the facade of this grand Victorian building lies modern and relaxing facilities that blend easily with original charm and character

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this upmarket hotel near Brighton's sea front has contemporary designer rooms with rainfall showers, and features its popular Vitality breakfast

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