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The Cumberland Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near South Downs National Park

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On the beach
Restaurant
Exterior
Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Balcony view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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34 - 36 GRAND PARADE, Eastbourne, England, BN21 3YT
  • Place, Eastbourne Bandstand
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room (Double Inland)

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Shared Balcony | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Shared Balcony

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Single Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Single Shared Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Eastbourne

On the beach.A stay at this Eastbourne City Centre hotel places you steps from Eastbourne Bandstand and within a 5-minute walk of Eastbourne Beach. Eastbourne Pier and Devonshire Park Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Eastbourne Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Congress Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪To the Rise Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pomodoro e Mozzarella - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Belgian Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flamenco Tapas Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Qualisea Fish Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Cumberland Hotel

3-star beachfront 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. The Cumberland Hotel also features a terrace, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a front-desk safe.

This 3-star Eastbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cumberland Hotel offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Eastbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2.35 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10.50 for adults and GBP 10.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 1 and February 9.
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.50 for adults and GBP 10.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2.35 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Cumberland Eastbourne
Cumberland Hotel Eastbourne
Cumberland
The Cumberland Hotel Hotel
The Cumberland Hotel Eastbourne
The Cumberland Hotel Hotel Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cumberland Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cumberland Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cumberland Hotel?

As of Dec 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cumberland Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $63.62, excluding 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.

How close is The Cumberland Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cumberland Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Cumberland Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.50 for adults and GBP 10.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Cumberland Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Cumberland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Cumberland Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Cumberland Hotel have a pool?

The Cumberland Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Cumberland Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) are closed on New Year's Day.

Does The Cumberland Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Cumberland Hotel to downtown Eastbourne?

The Cumberland Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Eastbourne Seafront.

Reviews

The Cumberland Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 354 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap not very cheerful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Only thing we thought it really need to be improved is breakfast. Even a few more items like cheese or salamis and maybe a few patries. Just a few extra items.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice stay at the hotel, close to the high street. we enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie

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

Stay at cumberlanf

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui Jie Andy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view if you get sea view rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed.

Lovely looking Hotel, friendly reception on arrival. Nice room, but had to move rooms in the middle of the night after being bitten by a bedbug, the staff pulled up the carpet the next morning and found more bedbugs lurking but didn't give a fig for my welfare and didn't seem at all concerned with my experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

penelope

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

Nice room, clean hotel, dogs was no hassle.

We had a nice stay, we brought our dog, in the booking process there was no way of booking for a dog but when we arrived we just said we had a dog and we paid an extra ten pounds so that was fab and no hassle. The room was clean and bright and very spacious, but it was quite warm so sleeping was a little difficult. A fan was provided which was great but the sash window only opened four inches or so, so it was quite hard to get a breeze going, I assume the windows are fixed like this as a safety precaution but maybe a few more inches could help with air flow.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t really know what to expect as we have never been to Eastbourne before but the hotel and our balcony were just splendid! We really enjoyed our time on our balcony and every employee we encountered was courteous and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a hotel this is. Had a lovely sea view single room that was comfortable and spacious. Bed was lovely and comfortable. It is right by a bus stop and close to all amenities. Three theatres nearby and a short walk to the town and the pier. I can't comment on the dining as didn't eat there and also can't comment on parking as travelled by train. The staff were lovely too,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Alycia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Really friendly staff, so accomodating and the hotel manager was lovely. Unfortunately there was only one room in the window which had been blocked so that it would only open 5 inches max. It meant our room was unbearably hot and stuffy from lack of ventilation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

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

Mini break

Hotel in a perfect position on the sea front across the road from the beach and band stand and a short walk from the station. Bedroom looked newly decorated and the staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

russell

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

FANTASTIC STAFF

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernadette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our experience was not good as my sister has rashes due to bed bugs and had to go to A&E hospital for immediate treatment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stately old pile in genteel Eastbourne right opposite the beach, well maintained and very traditional, slept well, no noise issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Amazing hotel

We absolutely love this hotel with it's friendly staff. Nothing is too much trouble for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with partner
The hotel has a great location on the seafront yet near to restaurants and bars in town . Staff were lovely. Our room however, although clean really needed the furniture updating. It was also far too hot but on request we were pleased to have a fan provided which helped. It was great to have a side sea view. We didn’t eat there but the bar service was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in a good spot on the seafront. The staff are very helpful and attentive. Jameson the manager was great in supporting me eoth getting things for me dye to my mobility concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay, very comfortable pleasant hotel would certainly stay again and so close to the beach too staff were all very helpful and freindly too would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Wonderfull customer service

Lovely airy and big hotel with lovely friendly staff who really made our stay special!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025