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The View Hotel

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

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Exterior
Lobby lounge
Beach/ocean view
Staircase
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Grand Parade, East Sussex, Eastbourne, England, BN21 4DN
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Congress Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 209 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 87 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premium Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Partial Sea View (Max 4 People) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Partial Sea View (Max 4 People)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 372 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Economy Double Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 87 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double or Twin Room with Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premium Double or Twin Room with Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 165 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Side Sea King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Eastbourne

On the beach.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Eastbourne Heritage Centre and Devonshire Park Theatre. Eastbourne Beach and Eastbourne Bandstand are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Devonshire Park Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Congress Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 12 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪To the Rise Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pomodoro e Mozzarella - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Garden Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Grand Hotel Cocktail Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The View Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel near South Downs National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly The View Hotel.

This 3-star Eastbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The View Hotel offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Eastbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2.50 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 21 to February 1:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2.50 per day (656 ft away)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Eastbourne Centre
Eastbourne Centre Hotel
View Hotel Eastbourne
View Eastbourne
View Hotel
The View Hotel Hotel
The View Hotel Eastbourne
The View Hotel Hotel Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

How close is The View Hotel to the airport?

The View Hotel is 53.3 mi (73-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The View Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from $119, 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 The View Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The View Hotel.

How close is The View Hotel to the beach?

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

Does The View Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The View Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The View Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The View Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The View Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The View Hotel have a pool?

The View Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The View Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from November 21 to February 1.

Does The View Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The View Hotel to downtown Eastbourne?

The View Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Eastbourne Seafront.

The View Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely room and breakfast great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice walk in shower staff every helpful and always a lovely breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a one night stay - but as always the hotel was first class and the location and ease of parking make it our No 1 choice for stays in Eastbourne
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was side view to sea breakfast great choice and always plenty to choose from always topped up 😁staff really friendly and helpful 😁room very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great modern hotel, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes breakfast was good and yes our room overlooked the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest hotel in Eastbourne. Convenient, clean, brilliant hot drink amenities and lovely food. Will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, large clean room, friendly staff, buffet breakfast very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very comfortable. Menu in bar with offers was extremely good. Staff as always were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff at breakfast. Large clean room. Whole hotel very accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, friendly staff, great breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as always
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly welcome, brilliant position, and view, of course. Spotlessly clean and our standard room albeit a bit small was absolutely perfect and well equipped for our short stay. We will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff exceptional especially at breakfast especially as there was an conference weekend and very busy Comfy beds ,we stayed in 2 different rooms but pillows were hard in both rooms, other than this great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, lovely sea view (unexpected delight!), comfortable bed, friendly staff at check-in and check-out, outstanding breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location, great bar and restaurant on sight. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Internet very poor, room very small, breakfast very good, parking not great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great and the staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel. Room very nice. Good layout. Comfy bed and great service from all the staff. Had room service - food was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very well organised and the food was to a very good standard - the plate warmer actually works in this hotel - well done for this.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025