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The Ellesmere Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Eastbourne with a bar

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Front of property
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 10 per person)
Reception
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
By the sea, The Ellesmere Hotel offers a serene escape with spa services like massages and aromatherapy. Relax with a drink at the bar or connect to in-room WiFi while enjoying your stay.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Double Room, Ground Floor (Compact)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
11 Wilmington Square, Eastbourne, England, BN21 4EA

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 12 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 121 min drive

About this property

The Ellesmere Hotel

Hotel near South Downs National Park
The Ellesmere Hotel provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or aromatherapy. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A TV in reception, multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at The Ellesmere Hotel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 22-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Ellesmere Hotel Eastbourne
Ellesmere Hotel
Ellesmere Eastbourne
The Ellesmere
The Ellesmere Hotel Hotel
The Ellesmere Hotel Eastbourne
The Ellesmere Hotel Hotel Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ellesmere Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Ellesmere Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Ellesmere Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ellesmere Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Ellesmere Hotel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps away from Congress Theatre, Western Lawns and Towner Art Gallery. Eastbourne Heritage Centre and Devonshire Park Theatre are also within 5 minutes. Eastbourne Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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The Ellesmere Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

overnight stay

overnight stay was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property very tired, but everything I needed for 2 nights in room and shower both worked well and had non-slip surface and grab handle - something that more expensive places often fail on. Staff friendly and helpful and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Allan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Every body on site were very friendly, polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing property was an accident waiting to happen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horror

Das Zimmer war für drei Personen, davon ein Kind. Es war winzig klein und total abgerockt. Das Bad wollten wir fast nicht betreten. Das Waschbecken im Schlafraum war kaum erreichbar. Da musste man über das Zustellbett klettern. Im Haus überall Teppich und sichtbare Stromleitungen. Habe die halbe Nacht darüber nachgedacht was passiert wenn es da mal funkt... Das ganze für über 160 Euro. Nie wieder!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area despite being in the centre of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No good WIFI in upper room. Provided a room with broken door of toilet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

RICHARD

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and helpful. Great location with easy links
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet Location off the main drag was good with some nice eateries round the corner. Owners were really helpful and friendly although let down by the (forgetful?) housekeeping. The facilities and decor were somewhat in need of TLC but on balance enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dreadful hotel

The room was tiny and very hot and cramped the overall state of the property beds an overhaul very disappointed no free parking like they advertise check out is 10.30am not 11am like the app says very over priced at £71 a night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jann, .

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leuke accomodatie. De hotel eigenaars en eigenaresse waren heel vriendelijk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ha qui was amazing there and ready whatever time you have to check in. There are microwaves, irons and spare coffee on the lower ground floor which saves your life if your travelling with a little one and need to heat up their milk. The only problem was we slept on the top floor and the first night we had a lot of heavy rain and the window and wall was leaking. The room was comfortable and felt like home but it was a bit dusty. But overall it was a good stay but with a few amendments it could be excellent because they definitely deserve another star.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The mattresses were old and uncomfortable, bed sheets and duvet covers outdated needs upgrading. The room furniture needs to be changed for a modern look. Other than that breakfast was great and location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near promenade and nice restaurants near by. Furnishings and decor very tired
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cracking rooms for the price

Our stay was great the rooms were nice clean spacious the beds really comfy the staff really friendly and helpful and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019