Perched on the coast, Royal Victoria Hotel offers a warm welcome with Sea Terrace restaurant, serving Modern European cuisine and a bar. Indulge in buffet breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services or unwind at the tennis courts. With free in-room WiFi, meeting rooms for planning events like weddings and helpful staff to cater to your needs.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Bar
24/7 front desk
Electric vehicle charging point
Laundry facilities
Pet-friendly
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Wedding services
For families (6)
Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is €118
€118
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View
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Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
24 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds
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Triple Room, Sea View
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Family Triple Room
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
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Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ocean View
Highlights
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds
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Located near a train station, Royal Victoria Hotel is a great choice for a stay in St Leonards-On-Sea. The piano bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Sea Terrace, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Czech, English, Greek, Italian, Korean, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian
At a glance
Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free off-site parking within 164 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Tennis
Beach nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Terrace
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Sea Terrace – This restaurant specialises in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Piano Lounge – This beachfront piano bar specialises in Modern European cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 7.0 for children
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Royal Victoria Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea
Royal Victoria St Leonards-On-Sea
St. Leonards-On-Sea Best Western
Best Western Royal Victoria Hotel
Royal Victoria St LeonardsOnS
Royal Victoria Hotel Hotel
Royal Victoria Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea
Royal Victoria Hotel Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea
Frequently asked questions
Does Royal Victoria Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Royal Victoria Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Royal Victoria Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Victoria Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Victoria Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Royal Victoria Hotel and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts.
Are there restaurants at or near Royal Victoria Hotel?
Yes, Sea Terrace offers beachfront dining and Modern European cuisine.
What's the area around Royal Victoria Hotel like?
Royal Victoria Hotel is located near Hastings Beach, only a short 17-minute walk from Hastings Pier and 17 minutes' walk from White Rock Theatre.
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Royal Victoria Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
24 February 2025
The hotel has loads of potential but is tired, room was freezing and lots of cob webs found in the bathroom.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2025
Another amazing room, spacious with a lovely view.
Katarzyna
Katarzyna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
Amazing history
This hotel has an amazing history and needs to be supported so it can be preserved. Our room was a really good size (triple) and had a separate dressing area. The breakfast was excellent value. The bathroom is due a revamp but was still serviceable. Make sure you check out the piano bar and main stairwells.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 December 2024
Old hotel in need of refurbishment
Hotel is very tired and needs a good refurb
paul
paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
good pick near Hastings
Great stay as we traveled the south coast of England. Wonderfully walkable waterfront with a lot of restaurants just steps away. Very nice and helpful service at the front desk, and parking was super easy.
Tammi
Tammi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 November 2024
lots of character.
a lot of character.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
We had a very comfortable mini-break, looking for a seaside hotel with a bit of character, rather than anything bland and corporate. This fitted the bill very well. The rooms are large and understandably a little challenging to heat, but the staff managed well and we had a pleasant and very well-done evening meal on one of the nights.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 June 2024
Pleasant weekend
Very pleasant stay. Lovely old grand hotel. Friendly service, good dinner and excellent breakfast.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 June 2024
Rooms are large and comfortable. Good value hotel overall. Like the ambiance and laid back feel.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
happy times
Wedding anniversary great stay lovley meal in the resturant
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
30 September 2024
The stay was pleasant and the property is in need of external maintenance but the room was satisfactory. Restaurant food and staff were good. Front rotary entry door very difficult with suitcases.
Larry
Larry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2023
We had a great stay and with the dog the room was great too
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
15 September 2024
Hotel is very tired. Needs a complete refurb. Staff are good
Andy
Andy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Historical buildings
JAGSIMRAN
JAGSIMRAN, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
6 November 2024
The staff are pleasant and the public areas are ok but my bedroom was the most depressing hotel room I’ve ever stayed in. Outdated decor, a weirdly low bed with a mattress like a marshmallow, and a shabby bathroom where I couldn’t face using the bath or shower. The 1970s want their hotel back.
Rhian
Rhian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 April 2024
Good old fashioned hotel,a little bit far from the town but apart from that very good.
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
5 June 2024
It was a lovely stay quiet one
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2024
I really like this hotel..have stayed there a few times now.It’s grand,but affordable,and I love the rooms! The staff are so helpful. I can’t really fault it!
Gill
Gill, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 October 2024
It was an incredible building and my room had a spiral staircase in it! Very old fashioned and a marvel to see. It’s quite outdated though, my cold tap didn’t work and the plughole was quite full with hair so the water didn’t drain… but that was part of the charm of it in a way. If you k own what to expect, it’s great - location, value and view!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2024
An architectural delight. Great staff.
david
david, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
25 October 2024
The hotel could do with a good cleaning. The bed is the worst I have slept on and I have used budget hotels. Requested an Iron it took an hour for one to be provided after several calls to the receptionist.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 September 2023
Lovely location, our room looked out to sea. Friendly staff, clean rooms. All round perfect stay although only for one night, would love to come back for an extended break.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 September 2023
Niceclean hotel.
jean
jean, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 March 2024
Been here a few times. Love the faded grandeur and original early victoriam mahogany everywhere. Plus the staff are always great.
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 February 2024
Conveniently on the beach front. Edwardian feel, yet modern approach.