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Hotels by the sea in Sussex
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Belle Tout Lighthouse
Eastbourne, Sussex
A beacon of hospitality on a remote cliff-top between the English Channel and the rolling downs, this decommissioned 19th-century lighthouse found new purpose in 2010 as a unique B&B. It offers superb 360-degree views from the lantern room, taking in the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs and the South Downs.
Drakes
Brighton, Sussex
Indulge in a Porn Star Martini in the sea-facing cocktail bar at this stuccoed, bow-fronted Georgian seafront hotel, for this is Brighton, after all – hip, tolerant and fun.
Artist Residence Brighton
Brighton, Sussex
From sea-view balcony rooms to the basement Bunkhouse and 'Below Deck', this Regency seafront hotel is as cool and quirky as Brighton itself. Breakfast in The Set includes scrambled rare-breed Cacklebean eggs with local smoked mackerel.
Port Hotel
Eastbourne , Sussex
A Victorian townhouse on the seafront has been transformed into a super-stylish modern B&B with generously equipped bedrooms and a light-filled lounge/cocktail bar/breakfast room.
The Gallivant
Sussex
Miles of unspoilt beach lie beyond the only sand dunes in East Sussex, across the road from this fun hotel modelled on a California beach motel. There is a laid-back vibe, seaside-chic style, freshly caught fish on the menu, golf nearby.
The Ginger Pig
Brighton, Sussex
Bedrooms are no mere afterthought at this Edwardian mock-timbered gastropub, across the road from the shingle beach, with modern artworks, many thoughtful touches, good bathrooms, a bar and buzzy restaurant serving a short menu of pub classics and more innovative dishes.
The Old Rectory
Hastings, Sussex
Lionel Copley applied his designer's eye and gentle wit to the styling of interiors at this chic and grown-up Georgian rectory B&B (no under 10s), with beautiful bedrooms, elegant public spaces showcasing the work of local artists, treatment rooms, onsite café, walled garden, and exceptionally imaginative, locally sourced breakfasts.
The Grand Hotel
Eastbourne, Sussex
Nicknamed 'The White Palace', this seafront Victorian extravaganza is grand in stature but friendly by nature, a fine place to take afternoon tea, or to sip cocktails to the sound of the Palm Court Strings, with outdoor pool, health club and spa, a choice of restaurants, smart bedrooms and suites.
Brightonwave
Brighton, Sussex
Works by local artists adorn the individually styled bedrooms and breakfast room at this owner-run Victorian townhouse B&B a short stroll from the pier.
St Benedict Victorian B&B
Hastings, Sussex
Crammed with ceramics, clocks, chinoiserie, religious art, fire screens and antimacassars, this 19th-century villa B&B is a homage to the Victorian Aesthetic movement. Breakfast includes eggs from the hens, honey from the hives and fruit from the walled garden.
The Laindons
Hastings, Sussex
In the quaint and characterful Old Town, this handsome Georgian guest house has a modern, seaside feel, period features, lots of thoughtful extras, and kind hosts who juice fruit and whip up smoothies for breakfast served in the conservatory.
