Must-see hotels in East Sussex

  • Belle Tout Lighthouse

    East Sussex

    Perched precariously close to the edge of the white cliffs, this early 18th-century decommissioned lighthouse somehow manages to contain six rooms, all…

  • Hotel Una

    Brighton & Hove

    All of the 19 generous rooms here wow guests with their bold-patterned fabrics, supersized leather sofas, in-room free-standing baths and vegan, veggie or…

  • Artist Residence

    Brighton & Hove

    Eclectic doesn’t quite describe the rooms at this wonderful 23-room town-house hotel, set amid the splendour of Regency Sq. As befits the name, every…

  • No 27 Brighton

    Brighton & Hove

    Brighton’s top B&B has five sumptuous rooms, perfectly done out with antique flourish. All the fabrics, furniture and decoration have been painstakingly…

  • Jeake’s House

    Rye

    Situated on Mermaid St, this 17th-century town house once belonged to US poet Conrad Aitken. The 11 rooms are named after writers who stayed here. The…

  • Swan House

    East Sussex

    Inside its 15th-century timbered shell, this place blends contemporary and vintage chic to perfection. The four rooms feature organic toiletries, fresh…

  • Hotel Pelirocco

    Brighton & Hove

    One of Brighton’s sexiest and nuttiest places to stay, the Pelirocco has become the ultimate venue for a flirty rock-and-roll weekend. Flamboyant rooms,…

  • George in Rye

    Rye

    This old coaching inn has managed to reinvent itself as a contemporary boutique hotel while staying true to its roots. Downstairs, an old-fashioned wood…

  • Drakes

    Brighton & Hove

    This stylishly minimalist boutique hotel oozes understated class. So understated is the entrance, in fact, you could easily miss it. All rooms have…

  • Mermaid Inn

    Rye

    Few inns can claim to be as atmospheric as this ancient hostelry, dating from 1420. Each of the 31 rooms is different, but all are thick with dark beams…

  • Harbour Hotel

    Brighton & Hove

    For views of waterfront landmarks, opt for a seafront room in this luxurious beachside hotel. The corner suites are pure indulgence, with freestanding…

  • Paskins Town House

    Brighton & Hove

    Around a kilometre east of Brighton Pier along the seafront, this environmentally friendly B&B is spread between two elegant town houses. Paskins prides…

  • The Laindons

    East Sussex

    Occupying a Georgian grade II–listed former coaching inn, this cosy B&B is just five minutes’ amble from the seafront at the quieter end of High St. The…

  • Snooze

    Brighton & Hove

    The retro styling at this eccentric Kemptown pad features everything from vintage posters and bright ’60s and ’70s wallpaper to Bollywood film ads, floral…

  • Motel Schmotel

    Brighton & Hove

    If you can overlook the petite rooms and minuscule bathrooms, this 11-room B&B in a Regency town house, a short stroll from virtually anywhere, is a sound…

  • Windmill Guesthouse

    Rye

    This white windmill, sails still intact, houses perhaps Rye’s oddest digs. The shape of the building means room sizes vary, as do standards. The two…

  • Blanch House

    Brighton & Hove

    Themed rooms are the name of the game at this boutique hotel, but there’s nothing tacky about them – swish art deco styling rules in the Legacia Room,…

  • My Brighton

    Brighton & Hove

    With North Laine on one side and Brighton Dome on the other, this hotel is perfectly placed for Brighton's cultural hotspots and shopping. Standard rooms…

  • Shelleys

    East Sussex

    Lewes' top address is a 16th-century manor house full of grand old-fashioned charm. It was once home to the earl of Dorset and was owned by the Shelley…

  • Kipps Brighton

    Brighton & Hove

    The owners of Canterbury’s award-winning hostel have created equally commendable budget digs here in Brighton. There’s a real cafe vibe around reception,…

  • Albert & Victoria

    East Sussex

    Book ahead to stay at this delightful Victorian terraced house, whose fragrant rooms, canopied beds, crystal chandeliers and secluded walled garden for…

  • Baggies Backpackers

    Brighton & Hove

    With a warm, familial atmosphere, worn-in charm, attentive service and clean, snug dorms, this long-established hostel is a Brighton institution.There’s a…

  • Shore View Hotel

    East Sussex

    If you are looking for cheap digs right next to the Channel, this inexpensive if slightly bland hotel by the pier is a superb choice with well maintained…

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