EAST BEACH HOTEL ^{* *}

This friendly hotel overlooks the beach and is housed in a 19th-century building with richly decorated balconies. It's just a 7-minute walk from the Royal Hippodrome Theatre and 8 minutes from Eastbourne Pier. Rooms are bright and decorated in a range of styles, from casual to elegant. All have en suite bathrooms, TVs, free Wi-Fi, DVD players, mini-fridges and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms also offer sea views and/or balconies. The hotel features a decorative veranda and terrace with sea views, as well as a bright restaurant, lounge bar and reception area. A DVD library is also available. The property offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, pets welcome and direct access to the beach. It is also child-friendly.