The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne

The Grand Hotel - A 5-star seaside resort with panoramic sea views, award-winning dining, and extensive leisure facilities

The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne’s only 5-star coastal resort, features bright, spacious rooms with full sea views, including Superior Classic Sea View Rooms and suites with balconies. Guests enjoy afternoon tea in the Great Hall, with finger-cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and Sussex Charmer & tomato quiche. The Mirabelle Restaurant serves modern European cuisine, while the Garden Restaurant offers British dishes with locally sourced produce. Leisure facilities include an indoor and outdoor pool, spa treatments, and a gym. The hotel hosts conferences for up to 350 guests and provides family-friendly accommodations, including interconnected rooms and a children’s playroom. Located on King Edwards Parade, The Grand Hotel is 80 km from London Gatwick and near Eastbourne Pier and Beachy Head cliffs.

Pros

The Grand Hotel offers panoramic sea views from many rooms and suites, including balconies in select accommodations.

The Mirabelle Restaurant has been recognized in the Good Food Guide and serves a modern European menu.

Leisure facilities include both indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, and a gym.

Family-friendly options include interconnected rooms, a children’s playroom, and kid-specific dining menus.

The hotel is well-suited for events, with conference spaces accommodating up to 350 guests.

Cons

The outdoor pool is only available seasonally, from Easter weekend until autumn half-term.

Some rooms cannot accommodate extra beds, limiting flexibility for larger groups or families.