Eastbourne Riviera Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (1856 reviews)
26 Marine Parade , Eastbourne , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Good location
Cons:
Some rooms need upgrades
Breakfast could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
7.61
Mixed sentiments; generally clean but some comments about rooms needing better cleaning attention.
Service
8.58
Many reviews praised the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.12
Frequent mentions of great location near the beach and town.
Room Quality
7.57
Comments on some rooms being small and needing upgrades.
Amenities
7.6
Some amenities like the shower lacked power, but a fridge was appreciated.
Value for Money
8.06
Overall good value for what was paid, as indicated by various reviews.
Food and Beverage
6.61
Negative feedback about breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
8.08
Guests reported a generally satisfying stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 04:23

Property Description

Stunning Seafront Location

Modern Rooms with Sea Views
Experience the luxury of modern rooms at The Eastbourne Riviera Hotel, each offering stunning sea views. Relax in comfort with LCD TVs and enjoy the convenience of tea/coffee facilities in your room.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a full English breakfast daily and savor the á la carte menu at our restaurant in the evenings. Explore our extensive wine list and unwind with a selection of beers, whiskies, and cognacs.

Convenient Location
Discover Eastbourne’s attractions just minutes away - from the iconic bandstand to the bustling Arndale Centre. With the beach at your doorstep and the South Downs National Park a short drive away, your stay promises both relaxation and adventure.

Book now for an unforgettable seaside escape at The Eastbourne Riviera Hotel.

Important information:

Parking Permits for the on-street parking in the Zone H are available for guests for £2.35. They can only be purchased from the Front Desk of the Hotel.

Our hotel also offers facilities for hosting parties, conferences, and other special events. Please get in touch with our Front Desk for more information!

Please note, we do not accommodate Pets (only service animals).Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1856 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.61
Service: 8.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 7.57
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 6.61
Overall Experience: 8.08
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Sophia solo_traveller gb
8
Perfect for a budget stay on the coast
Pros:

Very comfy beds, great water pressure in the shower and excellent location. Staff were helpful, and it was overall clean and pleasant.

Cons:

Decor is a little outdated.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Amanda solo_traveller gb
6
Adequate accommodation in a convenient location.
Pros:

Sea view. Convenient location for the Pier, buses and bars/restaurants.

Cons:

There were no shelves in the bathroom. There were no drawers in the bedroom. Breakfast at £12 was a bit mean, in that you could only choose one option, e.g. either croissants and jam or a cooked breakfast.. Personally, I like a small cooked breakfast (scarmbled eggs and bacon) and a croissant. Or cereal, followed by a small cooked breakfast. In addition, I didn't see any fresh fruit.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The staff were friendly and accommodated to my needs.

Cons:

Bed was a little bit uncomfortable

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Tina extended_group gb
9
Lovely hotel, great location.
Pros:

The location of course is excellent. Overlooking the beach and round the corner from a lovely pub. The room was very comfortable with sea views on the first floor. The beds were really comfy, got a great nights sleep.

Cons:

The breakfast was a bit expensive for what I ate. I think it would be better to have reasonable individual prices for each item on the menu for light eaters, however the selection was really good.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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allison solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location staff were really friendly room very clean breakfast lovely..parking good

Cons:

Na

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Valentina solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Karen solo_traveller gb
7
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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DES solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

No car park

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Yull couple gb
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Chandler solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Sea view...nice scrambled egg breakfast,Location

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Chandler solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything,sea view lounge

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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tracy extended_group gb
6
Pros:

perfect location , miles away to park

Cons:

room dated

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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salih solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
8
brilliant
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
7
Reasonably priced for overnight stay before events based in Eastbourne
Pros:

Great location on seafront.
Good parking options for reasonable fee £2:50

Cons:

Confusing layout to find room.
Room was comfortable with basic furnishings
Bathroom needed some TLC

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
6
Does the job but sea view room unbearable in summer
Pros:

Good location next to the beach

Cons:

3 big windows and no AC meant the heat comes in in the mornings, even with the curtains shut. Maybe they need curtains that will do a better job at keeping the room cool, or a window that opens all the way rather than a tiny bit at the bottom.
Also the shower shield isn’t big enough and a few other things if I’m being picky but overall the room is fine, clean etc. I’m sure it would be nice if there wasn’t a heatwave but because it’s the sea view room with big windows it gets really hot, and we didn’t look much out the window because we kept the curtains shut.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Dorota couple gb
8
A good hotel – I recommend it.
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, and so was the bathroom. Shampoo and soap were provided. The hotel’s location is great — it is right in front of the seafront and the pier. You can walk around and enjoy beautiful views and charming streets. Shops and restaurants are also nearby.

Cons:

The water pressure in the shower was quite weak.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Kelly couple gb
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Lisa solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Hotel facilities very tired. Family room a t make shift night stands with sharp edges of sawed off metal.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee