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The Lansdowne, Eastbourne in Eastbourne

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Hotel Overview

King Edward'S Parade, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 4EE

Guest rating
8.4/10
Great
Location
9.4/10
Perfect
Guest reviews
2374
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15:00-23:59 – 07:00-11:00

3-star seafront family-run hotel with 110 years of history in Eastbourne

Dining

The hotel's 1912 Seafood & Steak Restaurant opened in October 2022 and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily with views over the sea. A carvery is available on the first Sunday of the month, and on select Bank Holidays. Guests can also order from a bar menu that includes snacks and cocktails, with cocktail-hour specials at £6 each.

Rooms

The hotel offers 98 bedrooms, including seven executive double rooms, three superior rooms, and a junior suite, all south-facing with sea views. Executive, superior, and suite rooms come with bottled water and upgraded toiletries. Family rooms can accommodate up to four guests.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The Lansdowne provides dedicated spaces and services for pets, including a designated dog-friendly family room with sea view and a pet welcome gift on arrival. Dogs are allowed in the bar area and a separate section of the 1912 restaurant for breakfast and dinner. The hotel issues parking permits for guests, with street parking available opposite the hotel.

Location

The hotel sits less than 200 metres from Eastbourne beach, opposite the Western Lawns, and within a 10-minute walk of Eastbourne Pier. Beachy Head's chalk cliffs are 2 miles away, and the Royal Eastbourne golf club is a 5-minute drive. Eastbourne Rail Station and the town centre are a 15-minute walk from the hotel.

Entertainment

Guests have access to billiards, darts, and a games room, as well as live sport events shown in the bar. The hotel also offers board games and puzzles for children. During the Airbourne show and other local events, the hotel provides a sociable base with multiple lounges and a sea-view bar.

Business & Family

The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities, plus fax/photocopying services for business travellers. Family rooms are available, and children can use the games room and board games. A 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage add convenience for all guests.

Highlights

  • History: Family-owned for over a century, now in its fourth generation
  • Dining: 1912 Seafood & Steak Restaurant with sea views
  • Rooms: South-facing executive, superior, and junior suite with upgraded toiletries
  • Pet-Friendly: Dedicated dog-friendly family room and welcome gift
  • Location: 200 metres from beach, 10 min walk to Eastbourne Pier
  • Entertainment: Billiards, darts, games room, live sport events

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along the Eastbourne Pier and enjoy stunning sea views.
  • Savor fresh fish and chips at The Fisherman's Beach Restaurant.
  • Visit the Towner Art Gallery for contemporary exhibitions and events.
  • Explore the beautiful South Downs National Park on a guided walk.
  • Check out the local crafts at Eastbourne's Artisan Market on Sundays.
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Rooms

Superior Double Room7 photos

Superior Double Room

  • 34 m²
  • 1 Double bed / 2 Single beds
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A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a private bathroom are featured in this spacious double room.

Executive Double Room Sea View11 photos

Executive Double Room Sea View

  • 25 m²
  • 1 King-size bed / 2 Single beds
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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views.

Single Room Sea View5 photos

Single Room Sea View

  • 10 m²
  • 1 Single bed
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Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The single room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Room Rates and Availability Calendar

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Facilities

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At The Lansdowne, Eastbourne, dining becomes a delightful experience, featuring the chic 1912 Seafood & Steak Restaurant. Here, guests are invited to indulge in a menu bursting with local flavors, complemented by sweeping views of the sea and surrounding landscapes.

1912 Seafood & Steak Restaurant

Seafood and Steakhouse
Ambiance
Modern and family-friendly with romantic touches, featuring large comfy lounges that offer breathtaking views of the sea and East Sussex.
Key Offerings
A luxurious selection of seafood and perfectly prepared steaks, along with a delightful high tea experience featuring dainty sandwiches, cakes, and scones served on a three-tier cake stand. A seasonal menu is introduced every evening of the week.
Reservation
Recommended due to the popularity of the restaurant and the diverse offerings.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktail hour until 11 PM.
King Edward'S Parade, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 4EE
Eastbourne0.7 km“London Gatwick” (LGW)75.1 km“London City” (LCY)119.0 kmEastbourne Railway Station1.0 kmEastbourne Train Station1.0 kmNearby0.2 kmNearby0.1 km

Local transport options

City Centre
City Centre 9 min700 m
Airports
London Gatwick (LGW) 113 min75.1 km
London City (LCY) 179 min119 km
Train
Eastbourne Railway Station 12 min1 km
Eastbourne Train Station 12 min1 km
Bus stop
Bus stop 3 min200 m
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Parking
Parking
Internet
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Breakfast
Pets
Pets allowed
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish
Number of floors
0
Number of rooms
98
Formerly known as
best western lansdowne hotel
Year renovated
2001

Guest Feedback & Ratings

Read what past guests have to say about their stay at The Lansdowne, Eastbourne

Cleanliness
8.7/10
Comfort
8.7/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Pros
Really good breakfast Friendly staff Sea views Excellent location
Cons
Room condition issues Elevator service issues Limited dinner options
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