Afton Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (2043 reviews)
2-8 Cavendish Place , Eastbourne , gb
+44 1323 733162

listing image 1
Show all photos
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
Fishing
Bar
See all facilities

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.
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

7.8
Based on 2043 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
J
Jacqueline • couple • gb
9
Very good close to things
Pros:

Room was near the lift plenty of room to move about there was no breakfast clean

Cons:

Everything was ok

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Excellent ground floor double room as I am partly disabled. Bar that served ice cold drinks on very hot days. Easy access to pier for annual photos hoot of planes....airbourne!

Cons:

Only one towell! Had to ask for a fan..ok.. tv failed as satellite and cable knocked out....big heat? Annoying. But bearable. Kitchen not functioning so breakfast at another hotel. Bearable

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
T
Tyzack • solo_traveller • gb
3
Do t go there
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Out dated dirty bedbugs rubbish bags lying around would never stay there again pig sty is cleaner

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • extended_group • gb
6
Great location
Pros:

Location was brilliant, literally opposite the pier.

Cons:

Facilities were very basic and dated, but were fine for what we needed.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
M
Magdalena • solo_traveller • gb
2
Pros:

Just location is good.

Cons:

No breakfast!!!
No room service during staying in the hotel. . Like cleaning.!!!The cleaning stuff hadn't renewed(shower gel, soap) . Thanks God I had my own personal care stuff. The bin hadn't taken for 3 days. The room hadn't been cleaned for 3 days. I had done all this things so I didn't feel myself like I am on holiday.
The plastic chair in balcony was broken.
Just location was good.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
S
Shaun • couple • gb
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
L
lisa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Friendly at all times

Cons:

No dinning

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
J
Jess • solo_traveller • gb
6
Good to rest one’s head
Pros:

Location was superb! Best of all worlds, dead near seafront and a short walk into town! First rate bed and staff all helped me through my trip.

Cons:

Wi-Fi was appalling, and, sorry to say, the place overall was very rundown. IMO, you can get way better accommodation in Eastbourne, for around the same price as I paid. More than plenty of choices to eat!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
S
steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable bright room with window and even sea view at cheapest level pricing

Cons:

But battered round the edges in regard to decor but nothing to drastic considering the cost of the room

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
R
Ruby • family_with_children • gb
8
The staff are all very nice , friendly and accommodating not to mentioned very helpful too .
Pros:

It is very close to the Pier and restaurants.

Cons:

The Family room is not big enough for family .

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
N
nicole • family_with_children • gb
1
Rubbish stressful
Pros:

Bunkbeds in rooms lose on top bunk bathroom no lock dirty shower tray toilet moved pillow had no pillow proten on pillow was rip and yellow booked for to nights had to leave after one night never again

Cons:

Knock it down and rebuild it

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
T
Ton • solo_traveller • nl
4
Pros:

Personeel was vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Waterkoker met koffie en thee op de kamer beschikbaar.

Cons:

Hotel werd verbouwd, daardoor geen ontbijt beschikbaar. Verder ook weinig faciliteiten beschikbaar.
Verkoeling ging alleen via een klein raam, en lukte dus niet zo goed.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
S
Simone • extended_group • gb
3
Would not stay here again
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The rooms were not clean (found a used tea bag on a radiator in one of them)

Bed linen was disgusting

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
A
Alexey • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

The location is great - just near the beach and some of the attractions. My twin-bed room was super small, nothing extra. No AC. The price was okey I guess for this room and 1-2 night stay.

Cons:

Ni Wifi in the room. No AC. The hotel looks old and not in the best shape.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
O
Oscar • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
S
S • couple • nl
1
Horrible
Pros:

Het enig positieve was de mooie locatie, direct aan zee.

Cons:

Het is een sterk verouderd hotel, de kamers zijn ronduit VIES!. Zelfs het matras en de vloerbedekking. Er zaten zeer discutabele vlekken op de vloerbedekking. Verder: totaal geen ventilatie, dus bloedheet……….het woord airco laat ik maar even helemaal buiten beschouwing. BAH!!!

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
G
Gareth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Really nice big room, comfortable bed, good en suite. Staff were helpful and pleasant.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
W
Wiola • solo_traveller • pl
8
Pros:

Clean room with comfortable bed and clean bedding. Perfect for a couple on the weekend. A lot of space to keep your stuff tidy.

Cons:

I can't complain because I knew it isn't a luxury hotel 5 stars . We got everything what we need 🙂

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
O
Oscar • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
D
Duncan • couple • gb
4
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee