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Afton Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star beach hotel near South Downs National Park

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A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, a green awning, and a black metal railing.
A coastal street with a building featuring balconies and a statue in the foreground.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, a door, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A room with a chandelier, red curtains, blue armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned carpet.
A pebbled beach with people sunbathing and walking. A pier extends into the water with buildings and a dome structure at the end.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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2-8 Cavendish Place, Eastbourne, England, BN21 3EJ
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Bandstand
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, a door, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a red carpet, and a white dresser with a phone on it.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Eastbourne

Heart of Eastbourne.You'll be steps from Eastbourne Pier and within a 10-minute walk of Eastbourne Bandstand with a stay at this Eastbourne City Centre hotel. Cineworld Eastbourne at The Beacon and Devonshire Park Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Eastbourne Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Congress Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seafare Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crown & Anchor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Qualisea Fish Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Belgian Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Chippy on the Pier - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Afton Hotel

3-star beach hotel near South Downs National Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Afton Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and express check-in.
  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Afton Hotel offers 54 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Oct 4 - Oct 5
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2 per day); discounts available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Afton Hotel to the airport?

Afton Hotel is 52.9 mi (71-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Afton Hotel?

As of Sep 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Afton Hotel on Oct 18, 2026 start from $69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Afton Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Afton Hotel.

How close is Afton Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Eastbourne Beach and 4 mi (12-min drive) from Pevensey Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Afton Hotel offer free breakfast?

Afton Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Afton Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Afton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Afton Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Afton Hotel have a pool?

Afton Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Afton Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Afton Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Afton Hotel to downtown Eastbourne?

Afton Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Eastbourne Seafront.

Afton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 478 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very pleasant and helpful and the room was clean. The decor was dated but everything was well maintained. The hotel was dog friendly and in a central location with a sea view and lots of amenities nearby. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff, local to amenities. Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Afton were very friendly and professional. Apart from needing a bit of updating, the room provided us with everything we needed and a lovely sea view. We really enjoyed our 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only yhere for a quiet evening
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but adequate room with nice sized ensuite. Large TV. Plenty of coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this hotel a few times great for an overnight stay right on the front near the pier clean room comfortable bed really friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in very good location, but is just that. It's very old and really not a proper clean hotel. We got a metal bed, which one did noice with every single move.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay, lovely staff, really looked after us.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly rooms clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel lovely staff 😁
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Generally good hotel, I would recommend to stay here for a few nights, it is located quite convenient near yhe beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pleasant room with comfortable beds. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Great location

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful accommodation Clean....very helpful management Top end of what you pay for xxxxx 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager and staff were very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff and great atmosphere, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean , comfortable and close to everytjing . Reasonable rates
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value hotel, comfortable room and an ideal lo

Friendly and welcoming hotel in an ideal location. The hotel is far from new, but well looked after and had comfortable rooms and a good atmosphere, Excellent value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and welcoming the room is very good and exactly as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar shut restaurant shut, noisy as not double glazed Bed was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area but within walking distance of the seafront and shops with everything you need close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to sea front!

Nice Hotel, with good access to sea front etc. Helpful staff and a nice room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very welcoming hosts,helpfull ,rooms clean ,hot shower ect,could do with getting bathmats for stepping out the shower, enjoyable stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely views

Basic room ,with a lovely view of pier, beds comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023