The Bannatyne Spa Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (1475 reviews)
Battle Road , Hastings , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Spacious rooms
Polite staff
Great amenities
Cons:
Limited food options
Expensive dining
No bedside lamps

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
The hotel is noted for being very clean and well kept throughout.
Service
8.43
The reception staff were extremely polite and helpful.
Location
8.37
Well situated for visiting Hastings and the surrounding areas.
Room Quality
8.22
Room was spacious and comfortable with good quality fixtures.
Amenities
8.85
Facilities including the Spa and electric car charging were a highlight.
Value for Money
7.91
Some guests felt it was expensive for the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
7.76
Mixed reviews on dining options; limited plant-based choices.
Overall Experience
8.23
Overall a nice stay with positive sentiments about comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:06

Property Description

Historic Charm
The hotel, nestled in 38 acres of woodland and gardens, offers a unique stay with its roots tracing back to 1719. Once remodelled by General Sir James Murray in 1776, the property exudes historic charm and character, providing a glimpse into the past.

Scenic Location
Conveniently situated just 3 miles from the historic towns of Hastings and Battle in East Sussex, guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of 1066 country. The picturesque surroundings offer a tranquil retreat for those looking to explore the rich history of the area.

Elegant Accommodation
With a history dating back to the 18th century, the hotel provides elegant accommodation that combines traditional allure with modern comforts. Guests can experience a blend of old-world sophistication and contemporary convenience during their stay.

Ready to experience a blend of history and luxury? Book your stay at our historic hotel now!

Important information:

Please note that use of the spa and wellness centre will incur an additional charge of £15.00 per person per day.

Please note that the swimming pool is for adults only, apart from 14:00 to 19:00 daily.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1475 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.37
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.76
Overall Experience: 8.23
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Paris • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Glenys • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Fritha • couple • gb
8
Enjoyable stay in pleasant surroundings, a good base for exploring the local area.
Pros:

Nice room with lovely outlook over back garden & comfortable bed & spacious bathroom

Cons:

Front entrance could be a little more welcoming

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Mick • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • nl
9
Goed
Pros:

Mooie ruime kamer,
Parkeren prima

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Hotel in general set in lovely grounds

Cons:

Air conditioning too cold at times

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The room was comfortable, the bar, garden and restaurant were great, food was really tasty. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The spa facilities and treatments were great.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

A beautiful location and perfect place to stay.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Loved everything. Excellent breakfast. Really helpful and friendly staff who went the extra mile. Large room and comfy bed. Great grounds.

Cons:

Can't think of anything I didn't like

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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AJ Delieu • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel and staff

Cons:

The road works that shut off access to the hotel. A 15 minute evening night out took us 90 minutes

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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peter • couple • gb
9
Nice venue quality staff good experience
Pros:

Good venue

Cons:

Staff were great

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
8
Lovely stay
Pros:

Lovely room and beautiful grounds. Friendly staff and helpful with local knowledge. Room was perfect.

Cons:

The spa felt more like a leisure centre and less exclusive than I had expected. It is also not part of the main hotel but in a separate building a short walk away through the car park so no lounging in redressing gown at the hotel. This was disappointing.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • solo_traveller • il
7
Pros:

The staff was friendly and made an effort to help with every request
The location is good

Cons:

The room was small and very hot

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Staff lovely.. Food was absolutely incredible. I had the pork and was in heaven with every bite. Bed was insanely comfy and loved the spa

Cons:

I can't complain about a thing

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
5
Could be so much better
Pros:

Gardens, room size, bed, pillows excellent , Elemis bathroom products, bar staff polite and well presented

Cons:

The extraction fan in the bathroom was ridiculously noisy, the beverage tray very poor selection, breakfast buffet looked unappetising and untidy, lukewarm warm cheap coffee at breakfast, checkin perfunctory and bored. With the exception of the bar staff, not a single member of staff smiled, greeted me or made any eye contact

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette • couple • gb
8
Was there for a wedding. Everything went well and the staff were polite and professional
Pros:

The rooms were a good size.
The staff were polite

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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MANDY • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful garden to sit out and enjoy a drink and the sun. Spa was really good. Enjoyed the shower in the hotel bathroom. The bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was really good.

Cons:

Kitchen door banging from 5am.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
5
It was for a birthday so had high expectations especially for the price and it didn’t quite cut it so disappointed.
Pros:

The Gardens were beautiful..

Cons:

The room wasn’t clean , standard for a Superior room £240 it wasn’t clean unfortunately stained bedsheet , tablets just under bed .. no batteries in remote ect standard breakfast with stained cups so overall abit disappointed!

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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terence • couple • gb
7
ALL GOOD THANK YOU
Pros:

BREAKFAST WAS GOOD ALTHOUGH AS DURING OUR PREVIOUS VISITS THE DINING ROOM WOULD BE MORE
RELAXING IF THE WAS SOME BACKGROUND MUSIC PLAYING.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Felicity • family_with_children • gb
10
A lovely treat for my daughter’s birthday
Pros:

The room was large with comfortable beds, sofa, tv, thick curtains, huge bathroom with two sinks. The food in the restaurant was delicious. The staff were very professional and friendly.

Cons:

A few blankets in the room would be nice. Slow service in the restaurant, it was busy but you would expect that on a Saturday.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee