This charming 17th century coaching inn sits on the edge of Royal Ashdown Forest, just 15 miles from London Gatwick Airport. With oak beams and open fires, the elegant bedrooms all feature private modern bathrooms with power showers.
Hotel du Vin Brighton is situated in the Lanes conservation area, a stone’s throw from the seafront. Its 38 bedrooms are housed in a collection of eccentric, gothic revival and mock Tudor buildings.
Voted in the ‘Top 50 New Boutique Hotels’ in the World by ‘Conde Nast Traveller’. Drakes is never stuffy or formal, but is about relaxed glamour, an escape from everyday life, and total relaxation – when you stay at Drakes, the thinking is done for you.
Boasting direct access to the beach in the peaceful village of Bexhill-on-Sea, this privately owned hotel is set in two acres of landscaped grounds. The hotel’s leisure centre comprises a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room.
Originally built in 1719, the house was substantially remodelled in 1776 by General Sir James Murray, Governor of Quebec. Extensively modernised and refurbished by its current owner; Duncan Bannatyne, the hotel and health club sit in 38 acres of grounds.
Set on the Strand Quay overlooking the River Tillingham, the hotel is just a short walk from the heart of medieval Rye. The conservatory restaurant serves a menu made from locally sourced ingredients and some of the en-suite rooms enjoy scenic river views
Powdermills is a 18th Century listed Country House hotel in 150 acres of parks and woodlands, situated outside the historic town of Battle. The restaurant – the Orangery – is an award winning restaurant and is open for lunch and dinner.
With its Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century, the Mermaid Inn was rebuilt in 1420 and now offers 31 charming en-suite rooms and an award winning restaurant. Steeped in history, there are secret passageways, wooden panelling and carved beds.
Set on the beautiful Brighton coastline, the Grand, Brighton is a masterpiece of Victorian splendour and offers 201 well equipped, bright and spacious en-suite rooms. The GB1 Seafood Restaurant serves a fine selection of fresh fish and sea food.
This five star luxury retreat is undeniably one of England’s finest coastal hotels. It boasts two award winning restaurants, luxurious bedrooms, indoor and outdoor pools and is within easy reach of Gatwick Airport.