The Halcyon
Bed and Breakfast in Eastbourne
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi and more
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About this bed and breakfast
Eastbourne bed & breakfast in Meads
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features free WiFi in public areas.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Halcyon offers 15 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features free WiFi in public areas.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Halcyon offers 15 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
Map of Eastbourne
Available Rooms
Double Room, Ensuite
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Small)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (2nd floor)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
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Reviews
2.0
Nice place to stay room had a good sea view nice friendly staff clean tidy comfortable would definitely stay again when back in Eastbourne.
2.0
Nice place to stay room had a good sea view nice friendly staff clean tidy comfortable would definitely stay again when back in Eastbourne.
3.0
Convenient position for the the theatre and food
5.0
Had a lovely 2 night stay here. Absolutely amazing view of the sea from my room, couldn’t get enough of waking up to it.
Definitely booking The Halcyon again when I’m back in Eastbourne.
Thanks to all the staff for being so amazing and helpful! Lots of love and best wishes.
5.0
Had a lovely 2 night stay here. Absolutely amazing view of the sea from my room, couldn’t get enough of waking up to it.
Definitely booking The Halcyon again when I’m back in Eastbourne.
Thanks to all the staff for being so amazing and helpful! Lots of love and best wishes.
5.0
Great location, very clean, great friendly staffs. I got a very good deal. In future I will consider the same place if it is in my price range.
Thank you.
5.0
Great location, very clean, great friendly staffs. I got a very good deal. In future I will consider the same place if it is in my price range.
Thank you.
5.0
We had a really good time in the hotel. It was very clean and the staffs were very helpful.
5.0
We had a really good time in the hotel. It was very clean and the staffs were very helpful.
5.0
We loved the sea view!
5.0
We loved the sea view!
2.0
Reception not manned, room and bathroom in poor state
2.0
Reception not manned, room and bathroom in poor state
0.5
The young guy acting front desk needs to seriously Buck up his presentation skills and front desk manner. Was like being served by a shell suit prat.
Tv didn’t work, which seemed to be a known issue, and he huffed and puffed and tutted as he lamely attempted to sort it. Knowing he couldn’t. I got a refund and left at 9.30pm. Rather risking find somewhere else to stay. Which I did - the Lansdowne. Much much better and they did me a price £15 higher and well worth it.
You prat
0.5
The young guy acting front desk needs to seriously Buck up his presentation skills and front desk manner. Was like being served by a shell suit prat.
Tv didn’t work, which seemed to be a known issue, and he huffed and puffed and tutted as he lamely attempted to sort it. Knowing he couldn’t. I got a refund and left at 9.30pm. Rather risking find somewhere else to stay. Which I did - the Lansdowne. Much much better and they did me a price £15 higher and well worth it.
You prat
3.0
This hotel is on a beautiful street facing the English Channel. We booked there intending to complete The 7 Sisters Walk, originating in nearby Seaford. Our plans changed a bit...we walked from the hotel toward the cliffs(did not complete the full trail). Views from the cliffs are breathtaking and were well worth our side-trip from London. However, I don't think we would have enjoyed staying at The Halcyon more than a single night. It was not easy lugging our bags up several flights of stairs. While the sea views from our rooms were incredible, those are about the only sights that resembled the photos from the hotel's website. Both of our rooms were tired and worn. The mattresses were fair, but the pillows were flat and uncomfortable. The bathroom in one room had a strong odor of mustiness and the shower barely drained. Even with the very low water pressure and taking a quick shower, I was standing in 2 inches of water by the time my shower ended. My daughter needed to wait half an hour before she could shower, or we would have risked an overflow. *There were no problems with the bathroom in my older daughters' room.
The breakfast was included in the price of the hotel, so I can't complain much. Had I paid anything for it, though, I would have been very disappointed. There were a few pieces of fresh fruit, a couple boiled eggs, some yogurts, cheap juices, and stale cereal. The coffee was instant. Tea was available, but I didn't have any.
The staff was friendly and welcoming.
3.0
This hotel is on a beautiful street facing the English Channel. We booked there intending to complete The 7 Sisters Walk, originating in nearby Seaford. Our plans changed a bit...we walked from the hotel toward the cliffs(did not complete the full trail). Views from the cliffs are breathtaking and were well worth our side-trip from London. However, I don't think we would have enjoyed staying at The Halcyon more than a single night. It was not easy lugging our bags up several flights of stairs. While the sea views from our rooms were incredible, those are about the only sights that resembled the photos from the hotel's website. Both of our rooms were tired and worn. The mattresses were fair, but the pillows were flat and uncomfortable. The bathroom in one room had a strong odor of mustiness and the shower barely drained. Even with the very low water pressure and taking a quick shower, I was standing in 2 inches of water by the time my shower ended. My daughter needed to wait half an hour before she could shower, or we would have risked an overflow. *There were no problems with the bathroom in my older daughters' room.
The breakfast was included in the price of the hotel, so I can't complain much. Had I paid anything for it, though, I would have been very disappointed. There were a few pieces of fresh fruit, a couple boiled eggs, some yogurts, cheap juices, and stale cereal. The coffee was instant. Tea was available, but I didn't have any.
The staff was friendly and welcoming.
1.0
The en-suite room on the top floors has a few flaws. First of all the sea view is from a small window above the bed, which defeats the purpose of paying premium for a sea view. The bathroom is quite old and the worst thing was probably the room door which was moving/slamming permanently when guests from the sae floor were coming in/out of their flat, making a noise strong enough to wake up anyone from sleep. After being woken up a few times in the night, we had to fit a spoon between the door and the frame to stop it from moving and slaming.
Location is good.
1.0
The en-suite room on the top floors has a few flaws. First of all the sea view is from a small window above the bed, which defeats the purpose of paying premium for a sea view. The bathroom is quite old and the worst thing was probably the room door which was moving/slamming permanently when guests from the sae floor were coming in/out of their flat, making a noise strong enough to wake up anyone from sleep. After being woken up a few times in the night, we had to fit a spoon between the door and the frame to stop it from moving and slaming.
Location is good.
1.0
Bed sheets looked not changed and stained, double mattress was terrible, sink was blocked, area between sink and wall clearly not cleaned for weeks. The so called breakfast was non existent: some old croisants reheated in an oven,some cold milk and cereal that about sums it all....ooo no , some boiled egs as well.
Very dissapointed after paying £147 for a night for the so called :" triple room with sea view".
Got fooled by the positive reviews (only 45 on expedia at the time of booking) which I cannot understand how they can be genuine after our experience. Definately not worh 147/ night..... maybe under £50.....so disapointing .
1.0
Bed sheets looked not changed and stained, double mattress was terrible, sink was blocked, area between sink and wall clearly not cleaned for weeks. The so called breakfast was non existent: some old croisants reheated in an oven,some cold milk and cereal that about sums it all....ooo no , some boiled egs as well.
Very dissapointed after paying £147 for a night for the so called :" triple room with sea view".
Got fooled by the positive reviews (only 45 on expedia at the time of booking) which I cannot understand how they can be genuine after our experience. Definately not worh 147/ night..... maybe under £50.....so disapointing .
5.0
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean and of great quality. All round pleasant stay!
5.0
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean and of great quality. All round pleasant stay!
2.0
Great value in a good location on the sea in Eastbourne. Friendly staff, clean, and quiet. Good access to the South Downs Way as well, heading towards the Seven Sisters. Only drawback was the tiny shower, but for the price, it’s worth it.
2.0
Great value in a good location on the sea in Eastbourne. Friendly staff, clean, and quiet. Good access to the South Downs Way as well, heading towards the Seven Sisters. Only drawback was the tiny shower, but for the price, it’s worth it.
4.0
Great! Clean and comfy. Although, it’s quite noisy with other guests coming in and out.
4.0
Great! Clean and comfy. Although, it’s quite noisy with other guests coming in and out.
5.0
Awesome room (room9) safe and helpful.
5.0
Awesome room (room9) safe and helpful.
5.0
We had a very cozy and quiet time, would love to come back again. Lee welcomed us warm and friendly prepared us a large room than , Lorraine helped us with the breakfast in the morning, everything was neat and organised.
5.0
We had a very cozy and quiet time, would love to come back again. Lee welcomed us warm and friendly prepared us a large room than , Lorraine helped us with the breakfast in the morning, everything was neat and organised.
2.0
Nice small hotel, ideal for a short break. Very close to the Seafront and easy access to the town.
The stand out for me was warm welcome at breakfast and level of service by the lady in the breakfast room.
The single room is compact but nice sea view and sound of the waves. Warm and well equipped.
I was in Eastbourne for work so didn’t spend a lot of time at the hotel but happy with my stay.
2.0
Nice small hotel, ideal for a short break. Very close to the Seafront and easy access to the town.
The stand out for me was warm welcome at breakfast and level of service by the lady in the breakfast room.
The single room is compact but nice sea view and sound of the waves. Warm and well equipped.
I was in Eastbourne for work so didn’t spend a lot of time at the hotel but happy with my stay.
2.5
We enjoyed staying at this small hotel with excellent customer service, a warm welcome and staff very friendly. Room was same as pictured on website with a lot of space between the comfy beds and view looking out to the town rather than ocean. Tea/Coffee making facilties, fresh clean sheets & towels were provided for our 2 day stay. The ensuite bathroom was disappointing though as older bath, sink & toilet needs updated and only a hand held shower from the mixer taps was attached to the tiles with no screen or shower curtain provided. There wasn't any plug to have a bath either. We were offered a free continental full breakfast on both days in the kitchen/dining room which we didn't think was included in the price so made up for the older style ensuite bathroom. Hotel was situated across from the sea front not far from Grand Parade, shops and train station.
2.5
We enjoyed staying at this small hotel with excellent customer service, a warm welcome and staff very friendly. Room was same as pictured on website with a lot of space between the comfy beds and view looking out to the town rather than ocean. Tea/Coffee making facilties, fresh clean sheets & towels were provided for our 2 day stay. The ensuite bathroom was disappointing though as older bath, sink & toilet needs updated and only a hand held shower from the mixer taps was attached to the tiles with no screen or shower curtain provided. There wasn't any plug to have a bath either. We were offered a free continental full breakfast on both days in the kitchen/dining room which we didn't think was included in the price so made up for the older style ensuite bathroom. Hotel was situated across from the sea front not far from Grand Parade, shops and train station.
4.0
Lovely decor in room great sea view very convenient for seafront and main amenities.
Bell to call for help at reception was not available as was charging. Suggest having a spare or ordinary bell availble as it was hard to raise someone
4.0
Lovely decor in room great sea view very convenient for seafront and main amenities.
Bell to call for help at reception was not available as was charging. Suggest having a spare or ordinary bell availble as it was hard to raise someone
2.5
We had a wonderful stay.
The staff made sure that we felt like home.
Especially big thanks to Sue for all the tips for must see must do and must eat’s.
The room was perfect ( we booked extra nights).
Good breakfast served with a friendly smile every day a treat.
2.5
We had a wonderful stay.
The staff made sure that we felt like home.
Especially big thanks to Sue for all the tips for must see must do and must eat’s.
The room was perfect ( we booked extra nights).
Good breakfast served with a friendly smile every day a treat.
2.5
Great location, great view of the ocean and extremely comfortable. Great value all round.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Eastbourne?
The average price for a rental in Eastbourne is $172 per night. This rental is $53 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Halcyon. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Halcyon pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Halcyon?
We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and internet / wifi.
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