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Afton Hotel

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Afton Hotel

A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, a green awning, and a black metal railing.
A pebbled beach with people sunbathing and walking. A pier extends into the water with buildings and a dome structure at the end.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, a door, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A room with a chandelier, red curtains, blue armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned carpet.
A coastal street with a building featuring balconies and a statue in the foreground.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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2-8 Cavendish Place, Eastbourne, England, BN21 3EJ
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Bandstand
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, a door, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a red carpet, and a white dresser with a phone on it.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Eastbourne

Afton Hotel puts you in the heart of Eastbourne, steps from Eastbourne Pier and within a 10-minute stroll of Eastbourne Bandstand. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Eastbourne City Centre hotel include Cineworld Eastbourne at The Beacon and Devonshire Park Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Congress Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seafare Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crown & Anchor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Qualisea Fish Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Belgian Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Chippy on the Pier - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Afton Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Afton Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and express check-in.
  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Afton Hotel offers 54 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2 per day); discounts available
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Afton Hotel?

Afton Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Afton Hotel?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Afton Hotel on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Afton Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Afton Hotel?

Yep, Afton Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Eastbourne Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Afton Hotel?

No, Afton Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Afton Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Afton Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Afton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 477 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very pleasant and helpful and the room was clean. The decor was dated but everything was well maintained. The hotel was dog friendly and in a central location with a sea view and lots of amenities nearby. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff, local to amenities. Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Afton were very friendly and professional. Apart from needing a bit of updating, the room provided us with everything we needed and a lovely sea view. We really enjoyed our 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only yhere for a quiet evening
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but adequate room with nice sized ensuite. Large TV. Plenty of coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this hotel a few times great for an overnight stay right on the front near the pier clean room comfortable bed really friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in very good location, but is just that. It's very old and really not a proper clean hotel. We got a metal bed, which one did noice with every single move.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay, lovely staff, really looked after us.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly rooms clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel lovely staff 😁
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Generally good hotel, I would recommend to stay here for a few nights, it is located quite convenient near yhe beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pleasant room with comfortable beds. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Great location

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful accommodation Clean....very helpful management Top end of what you pay for xxxxx 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager and staff were very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff and great atmosphere, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean , comfortable and close to everytjing . Reasonable rates
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good value hotel, comfortable room and an ideal lo

Friendly and welcoming hotel in an ideal location. The hotel is far from new, but well looked after and had comfortable rooms and a good atmosphere, Excellent value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and welcoming the room is very good and exactly as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar shut restaurant shut, noisy as not double glazed Bed was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area but within walking distance of the seafront and shops with everything you need close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to sea front!

Nice Hotel, with good access to sea front etc. Helpful staff and a nice room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very welcoming hosts,helpfull ,rooms clean ,hot shower ect,could do with getting bathmats for stepping out the shower, enjoyable stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely views

Basic room ,with a lovely view of pier, beds comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023