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The Grand Hotel Eastbourne

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel near South Downs National Park

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On the beach
Reception
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Bar (on property)
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

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King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, England, BN21 4EQ
  • Place, Congress Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Classic Seaview Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse (Penthouse)

Penthouse (Penthouse)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite Side Sea View

Junior Suite Side Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room - Side Sea View

Classic Room - Side Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Superior Room

Classic Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Inland Room

Superior Inland Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Eastbourne

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Western Lawns and a 5-minute walk from Eastbourne Beach. Congress Theatre and Towner Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Congress Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 15 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornfield Garage - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garden Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sabaidee Thai Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bohemian - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel Eastbourne

5-star beachfront hotel near South Downs National Park
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a steam room are also featured at the luxury The Grand Hotel Eastbourne.

This 5-star Eastbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1875
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne offers 152 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Eastbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 8 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 24 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Pets are not permitted in the common areas of the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 available for GBP 35 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 24 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional fees apply to children aged 0-16 when booking dinner on a dinner, bed and breakfast rate. Breakfast is included for all guests who book this rate.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open April 05 and close September 13.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

Eastbourne Grand Hotel
Grand Eastbourne
Grand Hotel Eastbourne
The Eastbourne Eastbourne
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Hotel
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Eastbourne
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Hotel Eastbourne

Reviews

The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 614 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Quality Eastbourne hotel

Lovely hotel. Spacious and airy. Good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleonora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight out of London!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Mixed review

we arrive quite early wanting drinks in the bar which wasn't a problem, but it was really really slow service and there wasn't many people about to be honest Even tried sitting on the patio Service was even worse we thought we made a serious mistake booking this place for our wedding anniversary, which is 39 years we got our room and got changed for the evening as the evening started different staff arrived and things changed. We had a fantastic evening meal a brilliant piano player during the meal. (I believe his name is Roy.) All the food was spot-on to be honest and then we left there and discovered there was a jazz band in the main bar which was absolutely brilliant as well in that main bar there was more efficient staff that looked after us very well so the evening made up for the slow service in the day so all in all really enjoyed it was quite expensive though but it is the grand hotel Eastbourne there was certain members of staff that are amazing they've been there in a long long time would return for them
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,very helpful,made the visit a real treat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel with such professional staff yet so friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner was excellent and the outdoor and indoor pool lovely. Gardens are well kept and very pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

aymeric, Palm beach gardens

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional. Attentive, smiley, knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. Poached eggs on one day were the best ever. The hotel is a step back in time and the management have organised it well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss

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

Amazing place

Fabulous hotel, lovely rooms, great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kasipathy, CATERHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The product does not match the price The suites are in a desperate need of a upgrade. Everything looks so tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Allan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Room 102 - Very Unfriendly !

ROOM 102 - NOISY Pigeons, From 4.30am onwards, despite continual "shooing away!'. No Double glazing. They don't seem to be around in the Quad during the middle part of the day - when I took the picture. BLACKOUT - Ineffective due to shape of window recess. BATHROOM - Insufficient shelf space around sink. QUIET ROOM REQUESTED - So in addition to Pigeons, a lot of noise from room above(bumping & banging), largely due to old floorboards - Should be upgraded as each room is refurbished. A Hook on the inside of Bathroom Door would be nice, as would a Larger TV. FINALLY - Room Service Tray, nice & large, but didn't really fit comfortably onto Desk or Round Table, & actually resulted in a spill ! These problems are readily VERIFIABLE, I have not exaggerated any of my concerns. Most if the PROBLEMS are not too difficult to remedy, or work around, particularly if accurate accounts/problem areas are recorded for EACH room, and born in mind when matching Visitors Requirements. However, the Noise issues & inadequate BLACKOUT Blind, are areas which require URGENT attention. The staff were friendly and helpful and the dining experience was pleasant, It's just rather a shame that in terms of the Room, this lovely old Hotel, at which I have had many pleasant experiences in years gone by, she does seem to have lost her halo at the present time. It would be nice to hear that these problem areas are being rectified, so that I would feel comfortable about staying there again in future.
Blackout Blind! Small TV
Pigeon Quad ! Sink lacking Shelf Space !
Limited Size Table Tops (for Room Service Tray!)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anna, Purley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel for a relaxing break.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, the property is very grand including the dining room and lobby. Room itself slightly outdated but lovely amenities. Spa area also slightly outdated but enjoyable. Staff were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was ok and the public rooms very good. What you would expect from the era the hotel was built. Bar was fine but expensivd and breakfast a bit of a lottery. We reserved a table for our ladt morning only to find it had been taken by a single person keen to film/ photo his experience - our reservation was of no concern to the staff. Our breakfast was good and liked the late finish - 10:30 am but service was intermittent. Like the hotel but expensive.
View from our room window once through the 'non retratable blind' This is what you get from a non Seaview room.
Room was ok,good bed but bland view from the bed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Massive hotel. Service is ok. Only concierge is helpful even though they have to do multi tasks. Such as parking allocation, helping guests with their luggage to their room and at check out. I booked a classic superior room according to Expedia but upon check in, the reception said it was a class room in their booking system. The room size and layout of two rooms have a lot of difference. But the reception gave me 2 rooms to choose but none of them would look similar to what I booked. At the end, I chose the classic room because it had air con in the room and it was modern and clean. And it was ok. The Grand hotel is fine with people looking for old fashion hotels and don’t mind overpriced room rate. But one need to be aware of the dated exterior and renovation is underway. The front desk staff somewhat not as the same par as when it’s in busy check in time, they don’t want to spend too much time with you if you have problems. To be fair, there were only 2 ladies at check in desk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Hotel is wonderful with as many of the original features on display. The rooms are spacious and in keeping with a period hotel. Excellent bathroom, comfy bed. The windows are old single glazed sash windows and rattle in the wind. However a couple of stratigicly placed teaspoons stopped the rattles. Breakfast is amazing something for everyone. The staff are amazing as the guest is their most important focus. All reflected in the price. Top marks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Beautiful and Elegant seafront hotel

The Grand is a very lovely hotel which has kept its feeling of grandeur from times gone by without being old fashioned or shabby. It has a quiet elegance with exceptional decor and service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is under renovation, unfortunately the property is very run down. We decided to cut the stay short
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Hayleigh

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed only for one night for husband birthday And I booked to stay in the classic queen bed bedroom but the bed was not a queens bed it was to single beds pushed together to make a big bed with a zip in the middle of the bed to join it together it was a very bad night sleep we both did not sleep as we both keep sliding in to the middle of the bed on to the zip in the middle it was a very big dip in the middle of the bed it was not comfortable and both did not sleep plus there was mad marks yellow marks on the walls I would say from water leaks plus we had to very bad dirty tea spoons in room so we could not have a coffee when we arrived we had to go and get them to change them plus we had no hot water when we arrived and they had to sort that out as well The room is not 5 stars it was more of a 2 maybe a 3 star But the hotel is under going work on out side and on stairs But the pool area was nice and used that The breakfast was nice But everything closes at 9.00pm And if u are a person how likes luxury and a good night out then this hotel is not for u as restaurants close at 9.00pm and drinks bar around just after 11pm there is not night live no music or shows or and entertainment So if u want to relax and go to bed early then this place is what u are looking for if u are not looking for luxury and a good night sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grand - have stayed here around 30 times and love it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

pam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Hotel & we upgraded and had a superb sea view. Very good facilities. Excellent breakfast, because the Hotel was quite quiet on our visit, the already huge dining / breakfast room seemed even bigger & therefore lacked a little bit of atmosphere. Could easily be sectioned off during the quieter periods. Would happily return to The Grand Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025