Hotely a penziony Alfriston

A traditional East Sussex inn in the South Downs, Ye Olde Smugglers Inne dates back to the 14th century and retains plenty of its original character. A cosy fireside bar and restaurant complement the bespoke rooms, which all benefit from free Wi-Fi. Each room has use of shared or private bathroom facilities, and has a radio, alarm clock and wardrobe. There is a relaxing guests’ lounge with tea and coffee facilities, TV and DVD player. Full English breakfast is cooked to order each morning from 07:30 – 09:00, using locally sourced ingredients where possible. The pub serves home-cooked food all day, along with an impressive international wine list and fine Sussex ales. The pretty village of Alfriston lies around 17 miles east of the coastal city of Brighton, with the vibrant centre just over 30 minutes’ drive away. Around 9 miles from both Eastbourne and Lewes, this inn is just 3 minutes’ drive from Drusilla’s Wildlife Park, and 30 minutes from Bexhill’s De La Warr Pavilion theatre and arts centre.

Situated in the picturesque village of Fletching, this country pub has a large garden overlooking the Ouse valley. It has a restaurant and a bar with a cosy log fire, and offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Guests can enjoy delicious food at The Griffin Inn, which has a frequently changing menu based around local ingredients. You can also eat outside and take in the picturesque views. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and a clock radio. A local herb garden produces the soaps, shampoos, and handwashes you will get in your room. A range of golf clubs, including Royal Ashdown Forest and Crowborough Beacon, can be reached in 10 minutes by car. The coast at Brighton is only 22 miles from The Griffin.

Set in award-winning gardens, Hydro Hotel features an outdoor pool, elegant restaurant and superb sea views. The hotel is a few metres from Eastbourne Seafront, just a 10-minute walk from Eastbourne Pier. Rooms at Hydro have a Freeview TV, Wi-Fi access and a seating area. All rooms feature tea/coffee facilities and a modern bathroom with a hairdryer, and some have views across the English Channel. Crystal Restaurant serves classic British and French cuisine for evening dining. Guests can enjoy beverages and light snacks in the cosy lounges, and hearty cooked breakfasts are available daily. Hydro Hotel features a beauty salon, offering a range of specialist treatments and therapies. Guests can also relax on the poolside terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols. Just a 20-minute walk from Eastbourne centre, Hydro Hotel is a mile from the Arndale Shopping Centre. There is free on-site parking, and Eastbourne Railway Station is a 20-minute walk away.

This hotel is located in Eastbourne, just 100 metres from the beach and pier. The Pier Hotel offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi in all areas, a sun terrace and a restaurant. Rooms at the Pier Hotel feature TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and ironing equipment. They include bathrooms with hairdryers. Guests can relax on the terrace, which overlooks Eastbourne Promenade, the Pier and Bandstand. Eastbourne Train Station and Eastbourne’s Arndale Centre are both less than a 10-minute walk away.