The Best East Sussex Seaside Hotels

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


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

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

The Pier Hotel

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

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

Afton Hotel

Eastbourne

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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

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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

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

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

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

Imperial Hotel

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

So Eastbourne

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

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

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

Queens Hotel

Eastbourne

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

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

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

Cromwell House

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

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

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set on Grand Parade opposite the famous bandstand and beach - guest rooms are well-appointed and the restaurant serves an extensive menu

Churchill

Brighton

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enjoy a breakfast hamper delivered to your room at this elegant B&B, next to the Churchill Square Shopping Centre and close to the seafront

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with excellent on-site facilities and located in an imposing, seafront position, this friendly hotel makes a great base for a holiday stay

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welcoming, family run guest house located just off of Grand Parade and close to the theatres and venues in Eastbourne's cultural quarter

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set in a grand, Regency building overlooking Steine Gardens just moments from Palace Pier, the seafront, Royal Pavilion and the Lanes

Alexanders

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provides comfortable accommodation in an elegant, seafront townhouse and is ideally located for the town centre, pier and the old town area

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situated in Brighton's vibrant centre moments from the Royal Pavilion and shopping in the Lanes - offers dormitories or private rooms

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offers light and airy rooms that are simply furnished but comfortable and it sits in an ideal location to explore Eastbourne's attractions and beach

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smart in the name, smart location too - simple, no frills accommodation just off the seafront and surrounded by bars, clubs and places to eat

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provides stylish and affordable guest rooms and is perfectly located to explore Hastings on foot with attractions and the beach easily accessed

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set on the edge of the fashionable Lanes area and 200 metres from the sea, this large hostel features some rooms with views of the sea

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straightforward B&B accommodation in simply furnished rooms, set in a prime location, just 100 metres from the seafront and pier

Regent Hotel

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provides simple, few frills accommodation just moments from the pier and seafront whilst shops and restaurants are a short stroll away

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