Langham Hotel
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Hotel is dated and some areas roooms do need modernising, however it is clean, warm in winter and in a good location with sea views, only a short walk away from the shops, bars and restaurants. The Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast was one of the best cooked breakfasts I have had in a hotel in a long time, Excellent. For the price we paid for a double room it was very good value. Lots of parking along the side streets surrounding the hotel.
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I have a new southern based lady friend who although living not too far from Eastbourne had never stayed in any of the hotels.I suggested that we meet in Eastbourne a few days later. Wanting to impress [ at a reasonable cost ], I started ringing round a few hotels and on my third call got a really good deal and booked for the following Sat.
We were to have a prominent sea-facing room with a 4 poster bed . Also included was a bottle of champagne and strawberries in our room and breakfast for both of us. We agreed £120 but I believe it is normally more.
When we arrived we were able to park freely adjacent to the hotel . We were warmly greeted and shown to our room. My girlfriend was impressed with the room The room had a fabulous view over the sea. The bathroom was elegantly tiled and decorated in a kind of art nouveau style. We had chairs and table ideally placed to allow us relaxing panoramic views . An additional nice touch was decanters full of port and sherry which were complimentary.
We ate in the restaurant that evening and enjoyed an excently priced and tasty meal washed down with a competively priced bottle of wine.
By a fluke Wayne Fontana [ a quite famous pop singer of the 60s ] was staying at the hotel and provided us and fellow guests with a one hour show in the entertainment hall.
I think that entertainment is provided regularly.
Breakfast was lazily enjoyed in the conservatory part of the restaurant overlooking the sea.
We loved the whole style of the hotel and have already booked for Jan.to celebrate our 3 month anniversary.
Mike.K.
We were to have a prominent sea-facing room with a 4 poster bed . Also included was a bottle of champagne and strawberries in our room and breakfast for both of us. We agreed £120 but I believe it is normally more.
When we arrived we were able to park freely adjacent to the hotel . We were warmly greeted and shown to our room. My girlfriend was impressed with the room The room had a fabulous view over the sea. The bathroom was elegantly tiled and decorated in a kind of art nouveau style. We had chairs and table ideally placed to allow us relaxing panoramic views . An additional nice touch was decanters full of port and sherry which were complimentary.
We ate in the restaurant that evening and enjoyed an excently priced and tasty meal washed down with a competively priced bottle of wine.
By a fluke Wayne Fontana [ a quite famous pop singer of the 60s ] was staying at the hotel and provided us and fellow guests with a one hour show in the entertainment hall.
I think that entertainment is provided regularly.
Breakfast was lazily enjoyed in the conservatory part of the restaurant overlooking the sea.
We loved the whole style of the hotel and have already booked for Jan.to celebrate our 3 month anniversary.
Mike.K.
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What a transformation this hotel has undergone since my last stay! I could hardly believe that it was the same place ,as the reception, bar, lounge, restaurants etc have been totally refurbished and it looks like a different hotel. Even the ceilings have been raised. The last time I stayed at the Langham was in 2003 and I was not at all happy. it looked jaded, dingy and out of date, and the staff lacked enthusiasm. I remember ordering a cream tea, which was advertised on a big banner outside, only to be told that they weren't sure if they could do one as the chef was off. I waited about half an hour and eventually a boy dumped two dry scones in front of me, a packet of butter, a plastic pack of jam, and a quarter pint carton of cream with the lid still on. No effort made at all.
When I booked for a coach trip to Eastbourne this year and found that it was the Langham again, my heart sank. But apparently it is now under new ownership, and what a difference that has made. The staff were all bright, friendly and happy. The food was faultless (obviously a new chef!) and beautifully served. The whole hotel felt much more luxurious than before, and it was a pleasure to stay there. We had entertainment every evening, and the hotel now seems busy and has clearly had new life breathed into it. Everyone in our coach party seemed very taken with the Langham, and it is in a superb position on the promenade too.
If I had to find fault, I would say that my room was in need of redecoration, but that is a minor thing. The room was clean, the water was hot, and the housekeeping staff were friendly. I have now booked myself in for Christmas and New Year.
When I booked for a coach trip to Eastbourne this year and found that it was the Langham again, my heart sank. But apparently it is now under new ownership, and what a difference that has made. The staff were all bright, friendly and happy. The food was faultless (obviously a new chef!) and beautifully served. The whole hotel felt much more luxurious than before, and it was a pleasure to stay there. We had entertainment every evening, and the hotel now seems busy and has clearly had new life breathed into it. Everyone in our coach party seemed very taken with the Langham, and it is in a superb position on the promenade too.
If I had to find fault, I would say that my room was in need of redecoration, but that is a minor thing. The room was clean, the water was hot, and the housekeeping staff were friendly. I have now booked myself in for Christmas and New Year.
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This has to be the place to stay, first class service from all of the staff who are all so friendly. Rooms and spotless and very clean, nothing is to much trouble for any of the staff. Food is excellent and of a very high standard.
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All the staff were friendly & helpful and the bar & lounge were very nicely furnished & decorated, the food was quite good but very portion controlled., breakfast was very good. Our room was basic but clean, could do with redecorating the best bit was the seaview from the bay window I could have sat there all day. Stayed for 5 days half board would like to have stayed longer. Will be back as long as we can have a seaview room would not consider otherwise.
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I have stayed at The Langham quite a few times, but always because I have booked it via a website like Late Rooms and have got a good deal; I would never pay the full price at The Langham. If you are given a room at the front, with a sea view, you probably won't have too much to complain about. However, if you are given a room at the back, the view will be absolutely dire: bins, derelict buildings and dingy roofs. Parking is also a nightmare throughout the year. On the plus side, however, the breakfast is good! Personally, I would stay there again (I know what I would be getting) but I would be very wary about recommending it to my friends.
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I was delighted with the location of the hotel, overlooking the sea and the pier. It was a busy weekend and there was a Ladies' Masonics party staying on the Saturday night, so instead of a room on the first floor which I had booked, I was also given the option of a room higher up just in case the party was noisy. The room was clean, bright and had a sea view, so I had no complaints. There was a good choice of food for breakfast, and it arrived hot - which is one thing I look for in a hotel. The staff were polite and helpful, so no complaints. I gather that the rooms are currently being updated. and once this is completed it will be a fantastic hotel.
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very disappointed this time. Gruby little room overlooking the back. My parents had asked for a seaview in plenty of time but did not get one- also my dad is in a wheelchair and was given a tiny room with no room to manoever. Food not so good pretty average and was asked many times if we had ordered. Also the toast came to early and was cold.
Will not be going back to this hotel.
Will not be going back to this hotel.
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Hi
Just returned from a lovely weekend in Eastbourne. We weren't expecting much considering we paid £50 for the room a night (what do you expect for £50 a room with breakfast for a sea facing room!?!?!?!). Have to say, we were quite impressed.
OK, the room looked like it hadn't been decorated since the 90's and the curtains were as thin as paper. But the room was exceptionally clean (bathroom spotless) and it was sea-facing. The hotel should be commended for the overall cleanliness of this hotel and should keep up the good work as i think this is the most important thing. Who wants a nice looking but dirty hotel?!?
Breakfast was in the restaurant and, although looked very nice and was hot, was absolutely tasteless. But, it filled a gap I suppose. Breakfast staff very friendly and helpful.
Staff are super friendly (especially the night porter - come bar man - come general everything) and the receptionist.
Its got a nice family feel about this hotel and we will definitly be returning when we visit friends in Eastbourne. BUT we wouldn't book "just for a weekend away".
Just returned from a lovely weekend in Eastbourne. We weren't expecting much considering we paid £50 for the room a night (what do you expect for £50 a room with breakfast for a sea facing room!?!?!?!). Have to say, we were quite impressed.
OK, the room looked like it hadn't been decorated since the 90's and the curtains were as thin as paper. But the room was exceptionally clean (bathroom spotless) and it was sea-facing. The hotel should be commended for the overall cleanliness of this hotel and should keep up the good work as i think this is the most important thing. Who wants a nice looking but dirty hotel?!?
Breakfast was in the restaurant and, although looked very nice and was hot, was absolutely tasteless. But, it filled a gap I suppose. Breakfast staff very friendly and helpful.
Staff are super friendly (especially the night porter - come bar man - come general everything) and the receptionist.
Its got a nice family feel about this hotel and we will definitly be returning when we visit friends in Eastbourne. BUT we wouldn't book "just for a weekend away".
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Stayed here on with lastminute.com and when I got there they had no single rooms with sea view available which is what I had booked, so was put in a room at the back of the hotel which I think they must keep as reserves as they were old looking and the nice thick pile carpet was not down that end of the building. The bathroom light did not work, so I phoned reception and they said someone would be up to sort it and they never did! The front of the hotel, location, bar and restaurant area were very nice and for £30 b&b it wasn't bad. I would recommend this hotel if you don't mind the rooms a tad small and out dated.
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We went to the Langham on a Turkey & Tinsel coach trip. The welcome we received was wonderful. The food is excellent and the overall experience was great.
I must say our room was a little small, but it was sparkling and clean. The towels were whiter than white and changed daily, the bed was very comfortable and clean.
The hotel was warm and friendly, with entertainment each night.
If I have a moan it is that the drinks in the hotel were expensive.
The staff throughout the hotel, whether at the reception or in the restaurant were friendly and helpful. We were a group of ten and the restaurant staff went out of their way to make it possible for us all to sit together.
Well done the Langham and thanks for a wonderful weekend.
I must say our room was a little small, but it was sparkling and clean. The towels were whiter than white and changed daily, the bed was very comfortable and clean.
The hotel was warm and friendly, with entertainment each night.
If I have a moan it is that the drinks in the hotel were expensive.
The staff throughout the hotel, whether at the reception or in the restaurant were friendly and helpful. We were a group of ten and the restaurant staff went out of their way to make it possible for us all to sit together.
Well done the Langham and thanks for a wonderful weekend.
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Our daughter was starting at Eastbourne campus of the University of Brighton. As we live 260 miles away we had to stay overnight. We chose this hotel from a website that showed the lovely exterior, the beautiful lobby and the beautifully laid out dining room. However the bedroom was totally different. The furniture and lighting looked outdated and tired. The curtains wouldnt close together, the bathroom had orange tiles (very 70's) but the ones that had been replaced were competely white! The wallpaper in the room was like backing paper and had obviously been painted a number of times as it was cracked and flaking. The wall by the window was just painted plaster. However, on the positive, the breakfast was served in the conservatory which was nice, the food was okay and the lobby and restaurant were as the website photos.They say you only get what you pay for and this hotel was a last minute cheap booking £50 b & b but I would not pay any more for a room there and I would have asked for a refund had I been staying longer than one night.
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we only booked in for two nights and must admit the room at first glance was not what i would call good value for the money we paid. shower only held up by one screw, and kept being attacked by curtain when attempting to shower as not enough space.decor in need of re doing also.however the breakfast in the nice restaurant very good,also the staff friendly and efficient.reception staff were very pleasant and welcoming,and also helpful.forgot to mention room had lovely seaview which was very nice. last but not least the beds were comfortable and more important the pillows were also comfy.we had a very pleasant stay.
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I stayed on business mid week, in a refurbished single room with a sea view. £25 including a lovely breakfast in the "conservatory" restaurant. The hotel is a typical, rambling Victorian building with staircases and doors aplenty. I got lost twice trying to find my way out ! The communal areas are a little dated and the hotel was full of golden oldies on a coach tour when I stayed. The reception staff are polite and efficient. The room was small but clean, albeit the bed was ancient and a bit squueky. A five minute walk to the town centre along the prom overlooking the pier was nice. For £25, including a freshly cooked breakfast, you really can't complain.
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We stayed there for 2 nights and found it very comfy, the bedroom was dated but was cosy. I find it strange that in 2007 you could only get 4 tv chanels. The staff were friendly and polite.
The breakfast was the smallest I've ever seen but very tasty.
We paid £50 for 2 including the breakfast, so not bad value.
The breakfast was the smallest I've ever seen but very tasty.
We paid £50 for 2 including the breakfast, so not bad value.
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I recently worked as an independant hotel tester in London for 10 years so I know my stuff. Let me say from the start that as this is a 3 star hotel I'm reviwing it compared to other 3 star hotels. I'm now planning a Bowling group tour of about 50 people to Eastbourne and I am testing a few hotels. We stayed one night half board at the Langham. The present owners have had the place for 2 years now and boy they really know their business. They are bringing the best of London style to Eastbourne. They have redesigned and refurbished the Restaurant, Bar and lobby areas which are now bright and contemporary with a good standard of decor and furnishings. Most bedrooms have also been totally revampted. There are still a few bedrooms and some furnishings left to do and the place will be completely finished. Our room was good with a sea view although like all seafront hotels some rooms are at the back. The Hotel has a cool colour theme reflected in it's consevatory, sun parasols and staff uniforms.
Staff are dedicated and friendly. A very important part of a good hotel is the Chef and kitchen team and again the Langham past the test. The menu was good, dishes created well and upgrade prices to an exciting la carte very reasonable. Dinner and breakfast were enjoyable experiences. In my job I don't say that very often.
Staff are dedicated and friendly. A very important part of a good hotel is the Chef and kitchen team and again the Langham past the test. The menu was good, dishes created well and upgrade prices to an exciting la carte very reasonable. Dinner and breakfast were enjoyable experiences. In my job I don't say that very often.
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The room was nice, with a bay window and seafront view. Clean and tidy with nice decor and a new bathroom. TV and coffee-making facilities were there. What spoiled it for us is the noise in the morning. The ceiling was so thin that we could hear every sound coming from the floor above us. Also, we were given a room just next to the corridor door, so every time someone passed by we would hear that. Not for people who want to enjoy a lie-in! Furthermore, breakfast was rather poor. Croissants and pastries were not the freshest...
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