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The Sefton

Property class: 4

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A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and seating areas.
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a lifebuoy, and potted plants.
A room with a view of the sea, a table with a vase, and two chairs.
A grand, historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a flag.
An indoor venue with a red carpet aisle, white chairs with sashes, and lush greenery.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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Harris Promenade, Douglas, England, IM1 2RW
  • Place, Gaiety Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Douglas Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Manx Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isle of Man (IOM)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Atrium)

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and seating areas.

Double Room (Atrium)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Atrium)

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and seating areas.

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Atrium)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a small table, a television, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Sea View

A room with a view of the sea, a table with a vase, and two chairs.

Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Room

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Douglas

The Sefton puts you in the heart of Douglas, within steps of Gaiety Theatre and Douglas Beach. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, Bonzai, serves Asian cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Sir Normans is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. On weekday mornings cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Douglas hotel include Villa Marina and Manx Museum.

What's nearby

  • Gaiety Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Douglas Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manx Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tynwald - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace Casino - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Douglas Ferry Station - 10 min walk
  • Snaefell Mountain Railway Laxey Station - 20 min drive
  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thie Bee Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Crooked Dagger - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Conister Arms (JD Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Barbary Coast Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Sefton

The Sefton offers its guests an indoor pool and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A library, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Sefton. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Douglas hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Sefton offers 102 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Douglas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bonzai
  • Sir Normans

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 5.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 4 per night
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Sefton Douglas
Sefton Hotel
Sefton Hotel Douglas
The Sefton Hotel
The Sefton Douglas
The Sefton Hotel Douglas

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sefton?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Sefton?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sefton on 5 Nov 2026 start from AU$157, 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 Sefton?

Yep, The Sefton has a self car park for GBP 4 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Sefton?

Yep, The Sefton is a short 1-minute walk from Douglas Beach.

Does The Sefton have a pool?

The Sefton has an indoor pool.

Does The Sefton serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors adore the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sefton?

No, The Sefton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sefton?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Asian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sefton?

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

Are pets allowed at The Sefton?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Sefton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 676 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent and staff attentive.
Whole room needed a bit of TLC
Multi cracks over floor tiles in bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fab staff couldn’t of been nicer fab fab
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room very clean in the atrium next to the fish pond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Like being in a green house
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel in a good location albeit a bit dated and noisy pipeworks in our bedroom. Staff excellent and food excellent in both restaurants. Loved the little bottles of wine and fruit left in our room in celebration of my birthday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room in the atrium was excellent.The breakfast also excellent.Staff pleasant. I am staying in a family room here in August 26 i Believe these rooms need refurbishment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect for an adult and two teenagers, lovely spacious and clean, everything you need for a few days. The staff were all very helpful and kind, will definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Sefton is a great hotel, ideally located for a short trip to IOM. The staff are really friendly and helpful. The restaurant and bar attached to the hotel are good, if you don't want to walk far! Breakfast is extensive and well organised. Didn't get to use the pool, but noted there is a limit to the number of guests in at any one time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Generally a good hotel and the staff were friendly. Breakfast was very good. Our family room looked very tired. In particular, the carpet, net curtains and bathroom sink need to be replaced and modernised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel good friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atrium Balconies were really good especially for UK weather
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location. Generous sized rooms. We had an internal atrium view balcony which was cozy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very friendly front of house staff. Onsite parking a bonus. Family room was excellent as it was spacious and across 2 rooms. The part of the hotel we stayed in was tired but had some character. Other rooms had sea views or balconies. We had no view and some extractor fan noise, but not an issue to get the family room we needed. Eoukr stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel in a good location breakfast was epic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, room atrium room - felt like in the middle of a forest with a waterfall - very relaxing - staff could not do enough, real good breakfast. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back xxx
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Dated pr
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A lovely hotel, but disappointed with the dining facilities, would have preferred a nice dining room instead of Asian food, the Encore cafe / bar decor wasn’t in keeping with the hotel , the lift to our floor kept breaking down so on leaving had to carry luggage down the stairs Struggled with the car parking
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok average hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a number of times quality every time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent buffet breakfasts. Bar run by separate company - not our style!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Room clean and hot bath and great views of the sea
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The photographs on the web-site give a good idea of the rooms and the hotel. The staff could not be more helpful. It is lovely to have fried bread at breakfast. Bonzai is a great Pan-Asian restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room was great plenty of room massive bed and really warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025