The Chatsworth Hotel

5.0 star property
Sun-drenched luxury just steps away from Eastbourne Bandstand

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Executive Double Room, Sea View
On the beach
Executive Double Room, Partial Sea View | View from room
Lounge
Executive Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026

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Grand Parade, East Sussex, Eastbourne, England, BN21 3YR
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Bandstand
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastbourne Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Executive Double Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 32 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room (No sea view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room (No sea view)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room No Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room, Partial Sea View With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room No Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room Full Sea View With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room With Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room, Full Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Eastbourne

A luxury stay in Eastbourne awaits you at The Chatsworth Hotel. You'll be within steps of Eastbourne Bandstand and within a short 5-minute stroll of Eastbourne Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A relaxing visit to Chatsworth Treatment Room can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with facials, body treatments and mani/pedis. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 5-property class Eastbourne City Centre hotel include Eastbourne Pier and Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club.

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eastbourne Bandstand - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Congress Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪To the Rise Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Belgian Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Qualisea Fish Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Soup Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O Farol - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Chatsworth Hotel

Sun-drenched luxury just steps away from Eastbourne Bandstand
The Chatsworth Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Chatsworth Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Chatsworth Hotel was completed in March 2020.

This 5-star Eastbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1860
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Chatsworth Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Chatsworth Treatment Room has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 2.35 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Piano Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Piano

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Built in 1860
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 2.35 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Chatsworth Hotel Eastbourne
Chatsworth Eastbourne
The Chatsworth Hotel Hotel
The Chatsworth Hotel Eastbourne
The Chatsworth Hotel Hotel Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Chatsworth Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Chatsworth Hotel?

As of 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Chatsworth Hotel on 9 Jan 2026 start from AU$165.88, 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 The Chatsworth Hotel?

Yep, The Chatsworth Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 2.35 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Chatsworth Hotel?

Yep, The Chatsworth Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Eastbourne Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Chatsworth Hotel?

Yep, Chatsworth Treatment Room is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

What makes The Chatsworth Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Chatsworth Hotel.

Does The Chatsworth Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Chatsworth Hotel?

No, The Chatsworth Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Chatsworth Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Chatsworth Hotel?

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

The Chatsworth Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 351 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 351 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 351 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 351 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 351 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and view fabulous but dining experience in the evening leaves a lot to be desired. Slow service, awful wine glasses, soup much too thick, low on choice and where I was expecting a nice piano to give background some ambiance, it was loud, in your face and man talking about music to us, just kept talking through the whole meal, not giving us a chance to speak to each other. He was talented though, but another pianist took over for a short time, and he was the perfect blend. Value for money quite poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and efficient reception staff. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely maintained old hotel on the beach. Helpful staff, easy walk to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

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

Great staff and large rooms

The staff here were all friendly and welcoming. Just had the one night but enjoyed it. The rooms are well appointed and large. Lovely sea breeze through the windows. Only negative is that the carpet needs some replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was very clean
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alastair

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

norman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, very attentive very nice evening entertainment, and the food was to die for
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

Jenmarg2025

Beautiful hotel been revamped recently, accommodating staff. Well positioned along the waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Moana

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I wanted a hotel with a balcony that was the whole reason but was disappointed with what the balcony looked like wasnt easy it was an obstacle to get to such a high step inside the room and out needed two steps added in/out to make it easier was a total letdown also the table on balcony was dirty. Got the occasional visit from the seagull. The lift was a novelty love a part of history. Staff were friendly and helpful thankyou to one of the staff who took our photo sitting in the lift just had to get that photo lol. Had a welcome glass of wine don't often get that in a hotel. Who knows me and hubby might be back at some point maybe with the balcony step made easier I missed my early cup of tea and watching the sunrise because of the obstacle so didn't bother with the balcony almost resembles a danger hazard unfortunately Overall we had a nice time didn't have breakfast too expensive at £20pp went to a cafe round the corner .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the downstairs area had some nice classical features as you would expect from a hotel that is over a hundred year old. We only had food once at the hotel and were disappointed, the panini was hard and dry, and the choice for lunch on the day was limited due to the airshow that was on. The bin in the downstairs ladies changing room had no bin liner and was full of ladies used feminine products. We had a dog friendly room and the carpet was badly stained and the wall had plaster coming off where the damp had set in. There was no mattress protector and some stains on the mattress and duvet. Having paid a premium due to the airshow and an additional fee for a dog friendly room we were disappointed as this is not what you would expect from a 5 star property as rated on Expedia. No one asked us if we had enjoyed our stay as I suspect that they knew it was not good value for money at over £600 including the dog fee for 2 nights room only. The owners need to spend money on the property as it does need some new carpets and the wall in room 203 needs fixing.
Stained carpet
Furniture needs updating
Stained carpet
Damp wall and plaster coming off
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff great, central Location and good value .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Would highly recommend to others

Fantastic location and facilities and services within Hotel highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

What a lovely hotel in a great location

We loved, loved, loved this hotel and would definitely stay again if back in Eastbourne. It was a last minute trip and quite unplanned so I booked based on others great feedback and we have to agree. Easy parking was followed by such a lovely warm welcome and quick checkin. They have a beautiful old and original lift int he hotel with metal shutters and a seat which was lovely. However what was even nicer was the fact that you are taken to your room to check you are happy with it. The staff at every contact were friendly and the place spotlessly clean. We would have been very happy had we been staying longer. Another nice touch was the offer of a complimentary glass of wine int he bar at 6pm as a welcome to the hotel. Whilst we couldnt take advantage it was touches like this that made the place feel out of the ordinary and a little more special. Everything about the hotel showed tradition and elegance. Well dont to the team working at this hotel - you are doing a great job!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lei

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

selvi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely staff at this hotel. a new hotel carpet could be good, but its not vital as cleanliness and staff are so good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin, Darwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and nice. The check-in process was easy and quick.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025