The Best East Sussex Seaside Hotels

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


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Hotel Una

Brighton

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

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

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

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

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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

Port Hotel

Eastbourne

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

Chalk Farm

Eastbourne

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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enjoy a unique hotel experience at this former working Oast, many of the original features have been retained and it is a short drive from Rye

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offers a good choice of guest rooms, standard, deluxe and superior with a popular brasserie and bar, next door, which hosts weekly live music

The Bay Hotel

Pevensey Bay

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traditional 19th century inn located a few minutes stroll from the beach featuring a restaurant serving hearty fayre and a real ale bar

The Pilot Inn

Eastbourne

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stylish, friendly pub located at the foot of the South Downs National Park - guest rooms are well-appointed and decorated in a contemporary style

Tiger Inn

East Dean

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a pretty, double room with private bathroom is offered at this welcoming inn, nestling on peaceful village green, 6 minutes drive to Beachy Head

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a combination of pub, restaurant and guest rooms - some with sea views - located overlooking Hove Lagoon and close to the beach

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16th-century inn retaining many period features, open fires and beamed ceilings, located in a quiet village in countryside close to Hastings

The Lamb Inn

Eastbourne

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dating from the 12th century, this historic pub is said to be one of England's oldest and many character features have been retained

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in the heart of popular 'The Lanes' area, full of shops and bars, this welcoming, traditional inn is also an easy walk from the Beach and Pier

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easily accessible by rail, this characterful, 15th-century inn offers wood-beamed rooms and a cosy restaurant serving seasonal, local dishes

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a cosy, community pub close to Hove's main shopping area, seafront is 10 minutes on foot, offers bright, comfy rooms and a sun trap terrace

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in the Brunswick area of Brighton and Hove and just moments from the beach - guest rooms are comfrtable and have individual decor

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traditional inn dating back to the 14th century, now the focal point of pretty Alfriston - regular events, home-cooked food and a garden feature

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