Top-Rated Hotels in East Sussex

The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel & Spa is a luxury grade II, boutique hotel offering bright rooms with free WiFi and a great central location, just a minutes’ walk from the beach. Each room in the elegantly refurbished historic building has a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms also have a seating area and sea views. In Brighton’s fashionable Kemptown, The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel & Spa is just a 5-minute walk from the famous pier. Designer shops and a choice of bars, restaurants and galleries are in the immediate area. WELLNESS additional fee: HOT TUB MASSAGE & FACIAL TREATMENT BEAUTY SALON

- "The staff was really polite, the location exceptional and the breakfast was amazing, especially for the UK standards." - "Had a great weekend in Brighton for a birthday treat." - "Our stay at this hotel was perfect from start to finish. Upon arrival, we were greeted at the door by an exceptionally c" - "Very nice, would recommend it to someone who is visiting Brighton" - "The clue is in the name , a truly charming hotel" - "Perfect trip away"

Luxury hotel on the beach, with indoor pool
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Grand Hotel Eastbourne's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne offers 152 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Eastbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Excellent customer service in a very Grand hotel! " - "Traditional proper British hotel. Given interior room without ability to open blinds- somewhat dark. But overall it was “an experience “. At 65 years old, we were the youngest in the hotel!!! Excellent breakfast!" - "It was really relaxing and comfortable, great restaurants, indoor pool and cocktail bar. Walking distance from the pier and the towner gallery. The staff were all extra helpful and friendly. We loved it. "

This magnificent 5-star hotel faces the beach from King Edward's Parade. It offers luxurious accommodations, 2 award-winning restaurants, and both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool. The Grand Hotel Eastbourne has welcomed many famous guests, including Winston Churchill and Charlie Chaplin. Some rooms have spectacular sea views, and 24-hour room service is available. Traditional English cuisine is served daily in the Garden Room Restaurant. The Mirabelle Restaurant is open from Tuesday to Saturday inclusive for lunch and dinner and has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes, and afternoon tea is available daily in the hotel’s Great Hall. The Health Club and Spa features a heated indoor pool and guests can enjoy treatments in the beauty salon. The Grand Hotel is 15 minutes’ walk from Eastbourne Railway Station. The shops and theaters of the town center can be reached in around 10 minutes on foot.

- "Perfect if you want to be pampered, relax and eat well. Would not hesitate to recommend." - "Pleasant stay with friendly staff" - "Step back in time to a more gracious, civilised age" - "Very enjoyable visit will come again for sure ! Thanks" - "Lovely hotel, great location" - "Wonderful experience." - "Lovely and special as always." - "Excellent choice!" - "Far exceeded expectations and will be highly recommended to friends and family."

Luxury hotel with a restaurant and a bar
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe are onsite.
Claverton Country House Hotel offers 7 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "This was one of the best hotels we have stayed in. All aspects were excellent. We will return." - "Beautiful rooms and environment. Breakfast superb. Would definitely recommend. " - "Very happy with our choice of hotel. Was glad we upgraded to the king room. Very comfortable and met all our needs. Had evening meal in the restaurant, very good also catered if you did not want anything too rich, more down to earth dishes on the menu too. Breakfast again was very good, good produce, nice and hot, all cooked to order. Well worth a visit."

Located in Robertsbridge, 20 miles from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park, The George Inn provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star inn offers a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the inn, every room is equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The George Inn also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a garden view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot. The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. Eastbourne Pier is 20 miles from the accommodation, while Leeds Castle is 23 miles away. London Gatwick Airport is 53 miles from the property.

- "We had new year here and couldn’t fault anything would def recommend to friends and family" - "Brilliant thank you" - "Perfect for a quiet night away with great food and a comfy bed!" - "Enjoyable stay at a very nice place with welcoming staff and an excellent breakfast" - "Lovely pub with exceptional food and super comfortable bedroom" - "Very good property and location excellent"

Hotel with a restaurant, near Brighton Beach
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include conference space, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities.
Leonardo Hotel Brighton offers 234 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

- "Friendly check in. Room fine, shower great, enough teas and coffees, (well) above average breakfast. All good, I'd stay again!" - "Really nice room and ideally placed hotel for the train station. We only stayed one night for a gig but would recommend to anyone going to Brighton. Everywhere light, clean and tidy. Breakfast definitely worth the extra too. " - "It was a great hotel to stay at, close to the train station and reasonable walking distance into the centre and to the beach. The staff was really helpful and friendly. The beds were very comfortable and the showers were easy to use. It felt very clean and fresh over all. We didn't have any meals at the hotel, but we did have a drink in the bar. It was a comfortable area to sit and relax and have a drink. We'll definitely stay there again if we come back to Brighton."

Next to Brighton Railway Station, in the city center, Leonardo Hotel Brighton is a 15-minute walk from the beach. It features a 24-hour reception, bar and restaurant. The Brighton Center, the retail center of the city and tourist attractions such as the Laines, Brighton Dome, Theater Royal Brighton and the Gardner Center are all within 15 minutes’ walk. The stylish bedrooms feature a Dream bed with crisp white linens, flat-screen TVs with Freeview and a large work space. The spacious bathrooms boast spa toiletries. Lunch and dinner is available at Bar and Grill, offering a range of light bites, hearty meals including Rotisserie chicken and British favorites and a great selection of drinks. The bar serves lunch and snacks as well as coffees and drinks. Leonardo Hotel Brighton also provides services such as dry cleaning/laundry. Public parking is available close to the hotel and internet access is available in public areas.

- "Highly recommended" - "Friendly staff throughout our stay , clean room" - "Amazing stay" - "Wonderful hotel excellent location by the station and easy access to the town centre" - "Great stay" - "Pleasant" - "Very enjoyable" - "Great place, great value. Will stay again!" - "Beautiful" - "Great Value Great location and breakfast fine" - "Really good hotel will" - "A rocking time in Brighton" - "Nice room, bathroom outdated"

Family sun and beach fun, near Eastbourne Bandstand
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and 24-hour room service.
The Lansdowne, Eastbourne offers 98 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Eastbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "WE always enjoy the friendly and well run hotel. An other enjoyable stay." - "A lovely stay as usual. Friendly staff. Comfortable room & lounges. Good breakfast Food hot which is unusual with a buffet breakfast" - "Really good stay. Great size comfortable room- whole public area spacious. Was a bit worried about dogs staying there but didn't experience any issues. Good bar and restaurant- both necessary as it poured down. Had paid for sea view which would have been lovely had it not been so wet and windy."

Conveniently located in Brighton & Hove, Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free throughout and is located a 4-minute walk from Brighton Beach. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre also offer a city view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. At Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre you'll find a restaurant serving International cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. Guests can use the business center or relax in the bar. Popular points of interest near the hotel include The Brighton Centre, i360 Observation Tower and Churchill Square Shopping Centre. London Gatwick Airport is 26 miles away.

- "A great central location, with friendly staff, clean and fresh throughout and good value for money." - "New hotel with friendly staff and excellent service. Would recommend" - "Wonderful , comfortable. Great staff" - "Great location for beach, city centre and the lanes. Friendly staff and clean hotel" - "Fantastic lovely hotel would highly recommend" - "Lovely hotel with good facilities. Hotel is new and very welcoming."

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Brighton Beach
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk.
Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre offers 225 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

- "A fairly new hotel with good facilities in central area. Close to the beach and walkable to central shopping area and the main railway station. Overall I would rate this excellent hotel very well placed for trip to Brighton for leisure or buisness." - "Very veggie friendly and thoroughly helpful staff. Comfortable bed and very clean. " - "Close to Brighton Centre which was perfect. Hotel is smart clean and the rooms are comfortable. "

Less than 656 feet from Eastbourne beach and opposite the Western Lawns, the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne has sea-facing lounges with original Victorian features and free Wi-Fi. Beachy Head’s chalk cliffs are just 2 miles from the hotel. 1912 Seafood & Steak restaurant officially opened on 14th October 2022. Over the past few months we have transformed the space and the offering to be one of the go-to dining hotspots in Eastbourne. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the hotel and can be accessed through the hotel or its new street-side entrance. It is a large airy restaurant offering spectacular views over the sea, and a gorgeous backdrop to any meal. The 1912 brand represents the Lansdowne’s fascinating history. The hotel is currently in its 110th year of being owned and run by the same family, now in its fourth generation. It is believed that the Lansdowne is one of only a handful of hotels in the UK that have been owned and run by the same family for over a century. Family is really important to us. Eastbourne Pier is a 10-minute walk away and the Royal Eastbourne golf club can be reached after a 5-minute drive. Eastbourne Rail Station and the town center are a 15-minute walk from the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne. All rooms are decorated and include a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have views across the sea and feature antique furniture. We have 98 well appointed bedrooms of which seven are double bedded executive rooms, three are superior rooms and a Junior Suite, all south facing. All executive, superior and suite rooms are provided with bottled water and upgraded toiletries. We also have a number of family rooms available and can accommodate a family of four. Please note we have an ongoing refurbishment program. Recently refurbished rooms are subject to availability and not guaranteed when making your reservation.

- "Absolutely wonderful, will definitely be back" - "A perfect short break" - "overall the hotel" - "Exceeded expectation - comfortable, well located and great staff" - "Best hotel we have stayed in along Eastbourne seafront , and we have stayed in a few. Perfect 🤩" - "Best value for Mendoza" - "Opposite the beach, great for walking along and close to town centre for retail therapy." - "Superb hotel, great value for money, highly recommend!!!!"

Beach inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
This smoke-free inn features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk.
White Horses by Everly Hotels Collection offers 32 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Brighton inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Comfortable beds, clean rooms, charming character and excellent for morning walks along the white cliffs. " - "Lovely hotel - ideal for our overnight stay as we continued our journey further east the following day. " - "Gorgeous property, tastefully decorated, quality beds and linen. Friendly teams throughout. Decent F&B offering and fair prices. A gem!" - "Great tasteful refurbishment. The room and dining area look fresh and are very comfortable. We’ll definitely be back."

A 8-minute walk from Brighton Train Station, Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels features 4-star accommodations in the Brighton City Centre district of Brighton & Hove. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an elevator, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The property is a 6-minute walk from Brighton Beach, and within 600 yards of the city center. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dining area, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the condo hotel, units include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the condo hotel include The Royal Pavilion, Churchill Square Shopping Centre, and Brighton Dome. London Gatwick Airport is 25 miles from the property.

- "This place is worth staying at" - "Fantastic hotel to stay!" - "Well located clean and handy great staff" - "Would stay here again." - "great stay" - "Awesome, clean, would want to live there." - "Feeling good" - "Unexpected longer stay" - "Perfect base for a short or long stay" - "I always enjoy my stay here the staff are welcoming and friendly" - "Good quality Appart hotel" - "Overall a nice stay"

Sun and fun on the beach, near SEA LIFE Brighton
This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and 24-hour room service. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, a meeting room, and concierge services.
Drakes of Brighton offers 20 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

- "Kind and welcoming staff, very comfortable and well appointed room. Lovely quiet and cosy hotel and bar." - "Staff were so welcoming and the room to a very high standard. The breakfast was excellent. Only minor issue was the very small shower/toilet cubicle. After showering the entire room was wet and there was not a lot of privacy fir toilet use (close proximity to the bed and could see through the glass doors). " - "Such a beautiful place to stay, with friendly, helpful staff. Being on the 4th floor with winding stairs and no lift was a challenge but burnt off a few calories! "

Set amid 38 acres of woodland and gardens, 3 miles away from the historic towns of Hastings and Battle in East Sussex, the hotel is an ideal base to explore 1066 country. The house was built in 1719 and remodeled substantially in 1776 by General Sir James Murray, who served under Wolfe and was later Governor of Quebec. He named the house Beauport after his summer residence in Canada.

- "Very nice indeed" - "Beautiful family friendly Hotel" - "Comfortable and quiet." - "Enjoyable relaxing stay" - "Lovely hotel but disappointed we had to pay a lot extra for use of spa"

Hotel in Rye with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a business center, a meeting room, and concierge services are onsite.
The George in Rye offers 34 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Premium digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Rye hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "Beautiful hotel, friendly and efficient staff, great restaurant." - "Friendly staff. Nice clean room. Good breakfast " - "Very comfortable stay. Helpful staff. Lovely dinner and a super breakfast." - "Great Location and excellent staff who couldn’t be more helpful." - "it was a pleasure staying at this property. the only problem is that to get to our room we needed to go up two flight of stairs. Other than that it was very nice"

Located in Stanmer, 2 miles from AMEX Stadium, Downs Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. The inn has family rooms. The rooms in the inn are equipped with a coffee machine. At Downs Hotel, rooms contain a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available at the accommodation. Brighton Marina is 3 miles from Downs Hotel, while Brighton Dome is 3.4 miles from the property. London Gatwick Airport is 27 miles away.

- "Wonderful staff, thank you!" - "Book this place! So cute!" - "Would definitely stay at the Downs Hotel again." - "Fantastic" - "Amazing rooms and fantastic staff with stupendous food" - "Lovely room, breakfast, and welcoming." - "Comfortable, friendly, spacious rooms, very clean, great position" - "Excellent as per" - "Really good and unexpected stay. The team who looked after us were brilliant and really make this place!"

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, an indoor pool, 3 bars/lounges, and a health club are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club offers 106 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Stayed to celebrate a number of family milestones - absolutely beautiful surroundings! Very family friendly , large rooms the indoor pool as a big hit. Service was slow in the restaurant due to a function and although this was frustrating the staff did their best to reconcile. We will be back 😊" - "Wonderful country retreat. Great service and friendly staff. " - "Beautiful hotel, gorgeous views from our room and thoroughly enjoyed eating in the restaurant whilst someone played the piano. The pool was especially tranquil, had it to ourselves the two times we used it. If everywhere had such nice changing facilities I'd swim everyday. Will definitely return. "

Designed as a traditional barn, The Lodge at Winchelsea is located between Rye and Hastings, 1.5 miles from Winchelsea Beach. It offers a bistro-style restaurant and modern bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. The rooms at The Lodge are decorated in light shades and feature TVs. Rooms have private entrances, tea/coffee-making facilities and some have views of the Sussex countryside. The Lodge Restaurant serves snacks, light bites and a full evening menu daily. Guests can relax in the elegant Lounge Bar, with its light and airy decor and comfortable leather sofas. Walking routes surround the Lodge, including the 1066 Country Walk, which takes guests across the famous Hastings Battlefield. Free parking is available at The Lodge at Winchelsea.

- "Lovely hotel, attentive staff with great breakfast will definitely be returning in the future." - "Fantastic loved every minute" - "Pretty location with friendly staff and delicious breakfast" - "Wonderful stay" - "Most enjoyable" - "We enjoyed our stay at Winchelsea Lodge very much. Rooms were comfortable and had a lovely breakfast" - "It was amazing" - "Wish we could have stayed longer" - "Generally excellent."

Hotel in Eastbourne with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Free English breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities.
Hydro Hotel offers 82 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Nice place " - "A great place to stay. Wonderful helpful staff. Will definitely be back for another stay" - "This was like stepping back in time and I loved it. My daughter in law and I shared a twin room with a sea view and were very happy with the selection of hot drinks, biscuits and water provided everyday - and we had a ‘fridge! Breakfast was served on tables set with white tablecloths, the staff were lovely, the lift quirky - and I need another stay soon. There is a small carpark for the hotel at the rear but not a pleasant walk in the dark in the rain, however roadside parking is usually available, but might prove a little difficult in the summer months!"