About this property
Less than 200 metres from Eastbourne beach and opposite the Western Lawns, the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne has sea-facing lounges with original Victorian features and free Wi-Fi. Beachy Head’s chalk cliffs are just 2 miles from the hotel. 1912 Seafood & Steak restaurant officially opened on 14th October 2022. Over the past few months we have transformed the space and the offering to be one of the go-to dining hotspots in Eastbourne. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the hotel and can be accessed through the hotel or its new street-side entrance. It is a large airy restaurant offering spectacular views over the sea, and a gorgeous backdrop to any meal. The 1912 brand represents the Lansdowne’s fascinating history. The hotel is currently in its 110th year of being owned and run by the same family, now in its fourth generation. It is believed that the Lansdowne is one of only a handful of hotels in the UK that have been owned and run by the same family for over a century. Family is really important to us. Eastbourne Pier is a 10-minute walk away and the Royal Eastbourne golf club can be reached after a 5-minute drive. Eastbourne Rail Station and the town centre are a 15-minute walk from the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne. All rooms are decorated and include a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have views across the sea and feature antique furniture. We have 98 well appointed bedrooms of which seven are double bedded executive rooms, three are superior rooms and a Junior Suite, all south facing. All executive, superior and suite rooms are provided with bottled water and upgraded toiletries. We also have a number of family rooms available and can accommodate a family of four. Please note we have an ongoing refurbishment programme. Recently refurbished rooms are subject to availability and not guaranteed when making your reservation.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Frances
United Kingdom“I liked the whole very friendly, calm atmosphere created by all the staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The buffet breakfast was excellent. It offered a wide range of items to choose from. One evening I ordered a meal from the bar menu....” - Hayley United Kingdom“The staff were amazing and really made the stay. Lovely location on the seafront, I would happily stay here again.”
- Karen United Kingdom“We stayed there before and it was a nice stay on both occasions”
- Sarah United Kingdom“Excellent staff, location, nice decor. The team really made us welcome. Enjoyed all of the food. Comfortable room. Handy to have parking very close.”
- Lisa United Kingdom“Very welcoming staff on reception and such a comfortable bed in the room. The room was clean and a nice size with lovely high ceilings. Tea and coffee facilities and always nice to get some biscuits. We didn't have a view but all in all was a...”
- Carol United Kingdom“On the sea front and not far from Eastbourne station”
Peter United Kingdom“We liked everything about this place, and we couldn’t fault it, despite being a bit critical at times.”- Phil United Kingdom“A lovely old hotel that has been very well maintained. My single room was good value. Bath and shower. Nice breakfast. The loccation was convenient and quiet.”
- Dennis United Kingdom“Beautiful room, sea view, requested a bath & got one! Had a small lounge area”
- Chris United Kingdom“Fabulous hotel opposite beach close to lovely Italian restaurants.and Pelican fish and chips!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- 1912 Seafood & Steak Restaurant
- CuisineBritish • Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that extra beds can only be accommodated in the Family Rooms. All requests must be confirmed by the hotel. Children under 12 years are accommodate free of charge when sharing a room with parents, with a minimum of 2 adults.
The charge for pets is £20.00 per pet, per night.
Please contact the property in advance of your stay to check the availability of pet-friendly rooms.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
