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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
Exterior
Restaurant
Balcony view
Superior Double Room

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 Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room (Double Inland)

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Shared Balcony

Double Shared Balcony

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

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

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Twin Room, Sea View

Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 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
(9 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

  • Sea 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, Balcony, Sea View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

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 km
  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Congress Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪To the Rise Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Belgian Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Express - ‬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)
  • Elevator
  • 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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

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 10.00 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 10.00 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

The Cumberland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 341 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Something new

I needed a quick break and The Cumberland met the bill (this was my first visit). Staff were courteous, helpful and friendly whilst the breakfast was amply sufficient and good quality. The room was bigger than I had expected and came equipped with a fan since we were in the middle of a heat wave and I think this top floor room was hot at the best of times. I really like these characterful Victorian hotels with their old world charm and decor. Much more interesting in my mind than a boxy travelodge or similar! Definitely would recommend the hotel and I hope to go back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rahul

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Asked for Ice no ice in the hotel. Staff asked why i need ice!!! I shocked to listen from staff why need Ice??
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful my room was freshly decorated and spotless
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend , all staffs from reception , night lagers and breakfast staff were welcoming friendly and answered any questions i had . I wish I had this experience in other parts of UK and the world
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
All good and in particular Reception
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant, clean, well located hotel. Much nicer room than in the photos and friendly reception staff. Only stayed one night, but it was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We got to the hotel on Friday night and we was looked after by all the staff and the room was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great , even got a free upgrade from single to double room , only downside was a noise i think from a boiler or water system every 30 seconds or so that made sleeping more difficult , maybe i got an unlucky room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was basic but very clean. Staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and clean good location and staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

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

Good stay

Good location for the seafront and town. Good condition and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

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

Very very beautiful

It was a very good experience. Lovely hotel and it exceeded my expectations. Welcoming workers and very patient and offered us a nice room. Helped us on our whole stay and it was very clean. Very lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

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

Nice hotel

The hotel is large and well presented. The rooms themselves were medium sized and had a shared balcony area above the first floor, and as I have been to Eastbourne countless times at many hotels I would put this definitely in the upper ranks compared to all others. The man on reception was very friendly and funny. The only downside was that due to being immediately on the seafront, you have no choice but to listen to whatever is playing on the bandstand, which wasn’t great for my mother who wanted an early night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Locked out of the hotel late at night, quite rowdy but it was a Saturday night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

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

Eastbourne Weekend

Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, lovely room and balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great team of staff ; always helpful and chatty what makes for good customer service , the manager is also hands-on and visible ,interacting with guests which is a good sign ; fantastic single room with sea view and looking straight down on the bandstand ( free concerts). Floor board creek like mad but is part of the hotels charm!; reminds me of childhood sea side holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious clean room. Bathroom could do with updating. Good location on sea front by the bandstand. 5 mins to town and 10 mins to station. A drinks fridge in the room would be nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024