The Relais Cooden Beach and Spa

Hotels
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Classic British Hotels
8.2 (1807 reviews)
Cooden Beach, Cooden Sea Rd , Bexhill , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spa amenities
Cons:
Limited dining options
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Cleanliness noted as variable, with some complaints over noise and condition.
Service
8.6
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful, contributing positively.
Location
8.64
Great location noted, enhancing the experience despite other issues.
Room Quality
7.59
Rooms described as too small or noisy in specific cases.
Amenities
8.62
Spa facilities praised, which enhanced guests' overall experience.
Value for Money
7.58
Perceived high prices for the limited dining choices.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Food quality noted as good, but menu options were limited.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall positive experiences mentioned, with some mixed feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:11

Property Description

Directly on the Beach

The Relais Cooden Beach in Bexhill, East Sussex is a unique award-winning hotel located directly on the beach. Just take a step from the terrace to start a wonderful walk along the coastline!

Stylish Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Offering a range of accommodation and dining experiences, including the Stylish Rally Bar and Restaurant. With no roads to cross, relaxation by the beach is just steps away. Enjoy stunning views while indulging in delicious meals after a day out, a wedding, or a conference.

Luxurious Refurbished Rooms and New Dining Concepts

Following a redesign, all 45 rooms, including five new Veranda Suites with private terraces, have been entirely refurbished. The hotel now features new public spaces and dining concepts, reflecting a relaxed yet sophisticated style. The Rally Bar and Restaurant, Beach Terrace, and Cafe Bar offer various dining options for guests.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation at The Relais Cooden Beach in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex.

Important information:

Guests may only book up to 4 bedrooms at any one time. Any Bookings exceeding 4 bedrooms will not be accepted.


Gym access is complimentary for the property guests only.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1807 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 7.58
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Jeanette • couple • gb
7
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
7
Decent. Helpful receptionist.
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

Adjoining room, which meant I was kept awake byt he neighbouring family.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
6
Silence is not golden or an option
Pros:

The location is amazing

Cons:

It’s right next to a railway station. This is great for getting there but it can impact you if your room is close to the station. If you have room 205 demand to be moved because you are not going to have a peaceful stay. The noise from the station and the road are terrible. Then just when you think you have silence, room 204 has the shower adjacent to your bed so you’re awakened by the noise of their shower.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • family_with_children • gb
8
Would stay there again, but more for the location, and wouldn't raise my expectations so high.
Pros:

Location couldn't be better, right on the beach and we all had lovely sea views to wake up to in comfortable beds! Breakfast absolutely super, good choice and quality. Rooms nicely decorated, with a real nod to the Art Deco style of the building, and immaculately clean; staff friendly, welcoming and polite on reception. Areas downstairs also very well-decorated and maintained.

Cons:

My daughter's room seemed to have no air conditioning and was quite stuffy: they slept with windows open and a fan running all night. Mine was more comfortable, though.The building is old and therefore installing a lift could be a problem, although there was the offer of assistance with our bags. The tea and coffee making was very limited - kettle, basic tea bags, coffee sachets, milk portion pots - nothing special, no fruit or herbal teas; there were biscuits if you wanted them (again, very ordinary); I've stayed in hotels where there are even small bottles of complimentary port and whisky (for example, local to their particular area). No other drinks unless you used the bar downstairs or ordered room service. For a room of this quality and price, it did feel like the 'extras' were missing, really - no robes / slippers for example, those nice little touches. The spa seemed expensive for basic use as an add-on (it's included if you book direct through the hotel.) Maybe our expectations were a bit too high, but then again this was definitely not cheap to book.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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keith • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Room was nice

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
4
Not a great refurb, it has just had a lick of paint so upstairs still
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

I booked the outside spa but when I arrived I was told it was the indoor spa, the lady showed me around and there were a group of men drinking beer in the hot tub, I didn’t want to join them! So I didn’t get to use the facilities.

I had dinner in the restaurant and it was served cold or room temp but certainly not hot. We also had white bait and pawns that were very fishy. I felt quite unwell after I’d eaten. The food was extremely poor

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very enjoyable.
Pros:

Great location
Nice room
Comfortable bed
Very good breakfast

Cons:

It probably needs a bit of updating. Nothing wrong with it but a bit of a refresh would be worthwhile

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • gb
7
Lovely location but better soundproofing needed
Pros:

The location on the beach was beautiful

Cons:

Room was very noisy - could hear everything from room next door. Asked for two rooms close together but were actually in two separate buildings five minutes walk from room to room.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Janice • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location on the beach was amazing as was the breakfast!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Lemonshark • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful team members.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
7
Too expensive for what it is.
Pros:

Breakfast and staff always excellent.

Cons:

No lift, carrying luggage upstairs can be tricky. A soft cloth or disposable flannel would be nice. Never eough tea or milk. The bathroom sink is cracked, which is not hygienic.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Graham • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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JAMES • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

The hotel location was grear by the beach and staff very friendly

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
6
Food was good but rooms meant we won’t be returning
Pros:

Good location on the seafront with a nice terrace and views

Cons:

The superior king sea view room was tiny and definitely not with the money . It was tired and quite shabby as well as being incredibly warm in the room

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
A lovely relaxing week
Pros:

The room was lovely. We had a view of the sea. The staff were always friendly and attentive and there were plenty of them. Service was excellent.

Cons:

The first room we had was noisy as it was near the kitchen outlet vents. We asked for a move to a quiet room and they arranged the move quickly and with minimum fuss.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Seaside luxury
Pros:

Beautifully decorated room
Seaview
Great bathroom
Staff polite
Very nice breakfast
Exceptional location

Cons:

Room a little small
Funny angle stairs to bathroom

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely location, friendly staff, good food. No complaints at all.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
10
Very pleasant
Pros:

Very attractively decorated guest areas

Cons:

Couldn't make phone calls from your room

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Another good stay at the Cooden Beach.
Good service and breakfast. A pleasant dinner and atmosphere.
The reception team really helped address my changing situation during my stay
Thank you

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable, welcoming.. u also put on an excellent service for my aunt's 80th birthday.. the staff were lovely

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee