Curated luxury hotels in East Sussex

The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection has been fully refurbished in 2023, each room has a Hypnos bed with mattress topper, flat-screen TV, desk and is furnished in a modern design. Each en-suite bathroom has also been fully refurbished and includes a powerful shower, toiletries and plenty of fluffy towels

The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is a restored 18th-century hotel, set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is just a 5-minute drive away, and the accommodation offers free private parking.

Fresh, seasonal food is served in the The Hand and Sceptre pub, which features modern British dishes interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. A traditional Sunday roast is also available, and guests can enjoy their drinks on the pub terrace which overlooks Southborough green.

Groombridge Place Gardens is a 15-minute drive and features a moated manor house with a secret garden. Lamberhurst Vineyards and Hever Castle are both around 10 miles from the accommodation.

Chequers Hotel is situated in the large village of Pulborough, on the edge of South Downs National Park. Free Wi-Fi is provided, as well as free on-site parking. The local area is famous for horse and motor racing, as well as being a popular fishing destination.

A private bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are provided with each room at Chequers Hotel.

A hearty full English breakfast is featured on the varied breakfast menu and served in the bright and airy conservatory. Guests can also relax in the garden and take shade beneath the beautiful Magnolia tree.

Antiques, collectables, jewellery, furniture are available at The Corn Store, which is a 5-minute walk away. You can also take a ride on a steam train at South Downs Light Railway, which is a 20-minute walk from the hotel.

Located in Henfield, Tottington Manor is in a national park – a 5-minute drive from South Downs National Park and 7 minutes from South Downs Way National Trail. This eco-friendly hotel is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Brighton Centre and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Brighton Pier.

Located in Wadhurst, The Bell in Ticehurst is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Wadhurst Castle and Bateman's. This boutique inn is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Bewl Water and 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Scotney Castle.

With a stay at Radisson RED London Gatwick Airport in Crawley, you'll be steps from Manor Royal Business Park and a 3-minute drive from Gatwick Aviation Museum. This hotel is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Surrey Hills and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Cineworld Crawley.

With a stay at Village House Coaching Inn in Worthing, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Arundel Castle and Gardens. This inn is 20 mi (32.1 km) from Brighton Beach and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Brighton Centre.

With a stay at Imperial Hotel in Eastbourne (Eastbourne City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Eastbourne Bandstand. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Eastbourne Beach and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Eastbourne Heritage Centre.

Located in Horley, Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG is within a 10-minute drive of High Weald and Tulley's Farm. This hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Hawth Theatre and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Tilgate Park.

With a stay at Albert & Victoria Guest House in Eastbourne (Eastbourne City Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Eastbourne Beach. This luxury guest house is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Eastbourne Pier.

Situated in Groombridge, 13 km from Hever Castle, The Dorset Arms Pub & Cottage Rooms features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has garden views and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the hotel, rooms come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobes.

Ightham Mote is 26 km from The Dorset Arms Pub & Cottage Rooms, while Glyndebourne Opera House is 32 km from the property. London Gatwick Airport is 33 km away.

With a stay at The Leicester Arms Country Inn in Tonbridge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Hever Castle and Gardens and Walled Gardens. This inn is 12.1 mi (19.6 km) from Surrey Hills and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Penshurst Place and Gardens.

With a stay at The Angel Inn in Petworth, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Petworth House. This inn is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Arundel Castle and Gardens and 13 mi (20.9 km) from Goodwood Motor Circuit.

Located in Eastbourne and with Eastbourne Beach reachable within 2.6 km, The Lamb Inn provides a bar, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a tennis court. Built in 12th century, this 4-star inn is within 2.3 km of Eastbourne Pier and 5.6 km of Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park. AMEX Stadium is 31 km from the inn and Brighton Pier is 33 km away.

The inn will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms include a wardrobe.

A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at The Lamb Inn.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Eastbourne, like cycling.

Glyndebourne Opera House is 22 km from The Lamb Inn, while Brighton Marina is 30 km away. London Gatwick Airport is 72 km from the property.

Set in Ticehurst, 32 km from Leeds Castle, Forest Edge Motel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Built in 2008, this 4-star motel is within 39 km of Hever Castle and 40 km of Glyndebourne Opera House. The property is non-smoking and is located 36 km from Ightham Mote.

All guest rooms at the motel come with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. All rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a fridge.

Chatham Train Station is 41 km from Forest Edge Motel, while Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park is 41 km from the property. London Gatwick Airport is 74 km away.

Experience stunning sea views, diverse cuisine, and attentive, friendly service at this inviting hotel on Eastbourne’s seafront.

Langham's Conservatory Restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with its appealing menus and panoramic views of Eastbourne's coastline. Start your day right with a full English breakfast served each morning.

Langham's Bar offers a relaxing atmosphere where guests can unwind while taking in the views or enjoy the fresh sea air on the outdoor terraces.

Situated in Angmering and with Bognor Regis Train Station reachable within 18 km, The Lamb at Angmering features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 23 km from Goodwood Motor Circuit, 23 km from Goodwood House and 25 km from Chichester Cathedral. I360 Observation Tower is 26 km away and The Brighton Centre is 26 km from the inn.

At the inn, rooms are fitted with a desk. At The Lamb at Angmering, rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.

You can play mini-golf at this 4-star inn.

Chichester Train Station is 26 km from The Lamb at Angmering, while Goodwood Racecourse is 27 km from the property. London Gatwick Airport is 51 km away.

With a stay at Silverdale Mews in Eastbourne (Meads), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Eastbourne Beach. This property is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Western Lawns and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Congress Theatre.

Located in East Grinstead, Elite Venue Selection Felbridge - Gatwick is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of Tulley's Farm and Wakehurst Place. This spa hotel is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Manor Royal Business Park and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Ashdown Forest.

Located in Chichester, The Goodwood Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Goodwood Golf Club and Goodwood House. This golf hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Goodwood Motor Circuit and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from South Downs National Park.

With a stay at Champneys Forest Mere in Liphook, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Liphook Golf Club. This spa hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Hollycombe Steam Collection and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Old Thorns Golf Course.