Afton Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1894 reviews)
2-8 Cavendish Place , Eastbourne , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Heating issues
Basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.45
Generally clean as noted in several reviews, but mentioned some areas not cleaned well.
Service
8.45
Staff are friendly and helpful according to multiple reviews.
Location
8.45
Well-placed hotel with convenient access to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Rooms are generally comfortable and well-equipped, though some reviews mention room size and features lacking.
Amenities
7.45
Basic amenities present; some comments on missing items like hand towels.
Value for Money
8.45
Considered very good value for the price as per several reviews.
Food and Beverage
6.95
Breakfast available but not extensively mentioned; assumed standard quality.
Overall Experience
7.45
Overall stays generally positive, though some specific complaints were noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:43

Property Description

Stunning Seafront Location
Nestled on the seafront, The Afton Hotel offers a picturesque setting just a short stroll from Eastbourne Train Station.

Luxurious Guest Lounges
Unwind in one of the three air-conditioned guest lounges, each equipped with complimentary WiFi, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the nearby Treasure Island Venture Park or tee off at The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club, both just a short distance from the hotel.

Experience seaside luxury at The Afton Hotel - book your stay now!

Important information:

Parking permits are available at reception for an additional cost of GBP 2.

Pets are only allowed on request for an additional fee of GBP 25 per pet per night. The property reserves the right not to accept bookings with pets if no information is provided in advance.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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1894 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.45
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 6.95
Overall Experience: 7.45
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • be
10
A wonderful stay at a great hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel with very friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Everything was wonderful.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Clean tidy hotel friendly staff very helpful
Pros:

The property was clean and tidy it done the job

Cons:

A bit basic but so are a lot of the hotels in the area

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
7
Nice stay
Pros:

It is clean and tidy, staff are friendly and it's well positioned and well priced

Cons:

It is a bit old and tired. The beds are very lumpy.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • gb
9
Happy weekend break
Pros:

Location , friendly, helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Jill • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

They don't do breakfast.Location was good.

Cons:

Parking

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Cristian • couple • gb
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Nazar • couple • gb
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
8
A good hotel with a great location!
Pros:

The room had a seaview and was very comfortable & clean. The staff are friendly & helpful.

Cons:

The shower could have done with a bit more power!

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Josh • couple • gb
7
Run down but functional
Pros:

Everything was pretty old and run down but functional and it was fine for a budget stay. The location is excellent - right on the sea front. The staff were nice and helpful e.g. helping explain parking on local roads and providing permits. The room was clean enough and the bed old but comfy enough.

Cons:

The hotel is in need of a serious refurb and deep clean - outside and in. No WiFi in the rooms (only in the lobby). Dirty communal areas (stairs etc.), empty beer cans on the balcony of our room.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location right on beach opposite pier, friendly staff,

Cons:

Soap dispenser both empty and bar closed early.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • family_with_children • gb
8
Lovely stay at this reasonably priced very central hotel
Pros:

Good value for what it offered and a fantastic location. Lovely staff all very helpful, room was clean, and kept to a good standard throughout our visit.

Cons:

Just a bit dated, which is no fault of the staff. Would definitely stay there again.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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sandrijn • family_with_children • nl
1
Zeer oud en vervallen hotel wat het geld niet waard is!!
Pros:

Het personeel achter de ontvangstbalie was erg vriendelijk. We konden het parkeerticket alleen contant betalen, niet pinnen, dus dat was onhandig.

Cons:

Het hotel is by far het slechtste hotel waar ik in mijn leven in heb verbleven: de prijs kwaliteit verhouding is gewoon schandalig. Ik betaalde ruim 60 euro voor eenpersoonskamer waarvan de vloerbedekking helemaal vol vlekken zat, kapot was en ik voor ik kon gaan slapen eerst een tiental vliegen dood moest slaan. Te ranzig voor woorden.
De staat van het hele hotel is zeer slecht: het is echt zeer vergane glorie. De kozijnen rotten weg, de verf bladdert overal af, de muren bedekt met groene aanslag, vloerdekking overal oud, kapot en vies en de gangen en deuren donker en stinkend. Er wonen ook vaste bewoners hier die in de lobby luidruchtig zitten te drinken. Kortom: ik zou er mijn geld niet nog eens aan uitgeven! Zoek zeker een ander hotel als je in Eastbourne bent.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Kieran • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sakowicz • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

Radiator, I could use it to dry my shoes.

Reception and the lift.

Cons:

Honestly, I chose a very cheap room for 46 GBP per night .
Perhaps I should not expect a lot for this price. But I didn't like the room.
The shower was not adjustable at all. If I was over 187cm, it would be a nightmare.

The bathroom wasn't properly cleaned, there was a woman 's hair.

I don't know if the loud music was caused by the guests of this hotel, but it was a nightmare yesterday.

The room doesn't have WiFi and a fridge, which is a big minus.

Well, honestly, I didn't like that room, and next time I d'rather pay a bit more and have decent condition.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • gb
7
Cheap and cheerful.
Pros:

Very close to town centre and sea front.

Cons:

Could be noisy at night and no breakfast over the weekend.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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de Niese • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee