Local Reviews
In May 2016, liz l said about The Afton Hotel
Stayed one night in afton hotel. Was very nice, rooms were spotless beds very comfortable, breakfast very good with a good choice. Jason on reception very friendly and helpful. Would stay there again very central and just across the road from beach
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In May 2016, Kim S said about The Afton Hotel
Friendly, welcoming, clean and nicely decorated. Excellent value for the £45 b & b we paid for the night. We were lucky enough to get a room with a view of the pier and the sea. Room well laid out and (for once) all power points accessible.Although basic, it was a treat to have our cooked breakfast, pot of tea and toast served at the table rather than having to help ourselves at a buffet which is sadly too common these days.
Hotel very well located for shops and seafront.
Sadly no parking but you can park on road between 6pm - 8am for free.
My only small criticism would be that we might had had dinner in the hotel restaurant if we had managed to find the menu in our room or downstairs.
Would definately stay again and be prepared to pay more.
Hotel very well located for shops and seafront.
Sadly no parking but you can park on road between 6pm - 8am for free.
My only small criticism would be that we might had had dinner in the hotel restaurant if we had managed to find the menu in our room or downstairs.
Would definately stay again and be prepared to pay more.
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In June 2016, Lloyd E said about The Afton Hotel
Stayed at this hotel from Friday 27th of May 2016 until Monday 30th had a sea view room quite spacious on the first floor food was good with entertainment nightly hotel a little dated maybe but for the price found it to be ok. Would stay there again as location was good directly opposite the pier
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In June 2016, autosWales said about The Afton Hotel
My wife and I have done it again went to the Afton Hotel ,this was the same hotel that we have gone to for a break for 3 years , was as always looked after like royalty , the managar Jason and the rest of the staff were seconed to none , they are a great team ,,
we went with Edwards coach company again as always first class bus company we had not one complaint at all .there is a lot going on in this hotel show every night and also bingo .the hotel is right the pier and the whole town is on the flat so no hills to climb , the shops are just a few yards away .my wife had her Birthday there again and was made a big fuss by all .staff I can not say no more than get your suit cases and book this Hotel I will the name again AFTON HOTEL . excellent , break and we are both 81 years young .
we went with Edwards coach company again as always first class bus company we had not one complaint at all .there is a lot going on in this hotel show every night and also bingo .the hotel is right the pier and the whole town is on the flat so no hills to climb , the shops are just a few yards away .my wife had her Birthday there again and was made a big fuss by all .staff I can not say no more than get your suit cases and book this Hotel I will the name again AFTON HOTEL . excellent , break and we are both 81 years young .
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In June 2016, Karen O said about The Afton Hotel
I would like to say a massive thankyou to Jason McCabe (Manager) and the staff of the Afton Hotel for hosting our Wedding Reception on Fri 27th May. We had such a brilliant day and the reception was so well laid out and organised. The food was lovely! Excellent value for money and the location was ideal. I would definitely recommend it for a venue and would use it again. Also our room was lovely and the breakfast as ample and really well served. Thanks again Jason!
Mr & Mrs Owen
Mr & Mrs Owen
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In June 2016, joshyH321 said about The Afton Hotel
The room is exactly what you pay for and it serves it's purpose. Not far from the train station and having not been Eastbourne before was easy to find! The English speaking staff were great and keen to interact and chat to you! My only niggle is the bed so so uncomfortable like breeze blocks I was in a single room so can't comment on the comfort of the larger beds! Should i have stayed more than one night is have asked for a swap! Breakfast for £5 although I didn't have this as I left early due to no sleep! :-)
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In December 2014, Roverlass said about The Afton Hotel
We have just arrived home after spending Christmas (23rd - 27th) at The Afton. Where do I start? Well, we are a newly retired couple and we took our 96 year old mum with us. We had a double room and although mum was only booked and charged for a single, she was given a twin bedded room all to herself. The rooms were warm,clean and comfortable and had everything you needed.
We had never had a 'Hotel Package Christmas' before and were a bit apprehensive when we arrived about spending Christmas with absolute strangers, but within a few hours, thanks to the friendliness off the staff we all settled down and began to feel 'at home'.
We were eagerly anticipating our first meal, and went downstairs to the restaurant. We were given a table for 4 which was at the end of a longer table. Our waiter for most of the holiday was Steve, who could not do enough for us.The food was extremely well presented and tasty. As soon as you had finished one course than the next one appeared like magic! I could not fault the choice of food available, or the quality for the entire holiday. They have definitely mastered catering for large amounts of people, while still retaining that individual feeling of an intimate meal. After 5 days of scrumptious meals, I am too scared to go on the weighing scales!
By Christmas Eve we had begun to settle down and make friends in the relaxed atmosphere of the hotel. By the end of our holiday we had made so many wonderful friends they felt like 'family' and it was hard to leave them.
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The hotel is just the right temperate all the time. Not too hot or too cold. There is only one lift that can get a bit busy just before mealtimes, but is efficient and quick. Marco the owner is amazingly friendly and knows his 'regulars' very well, and also looked after the 'Afton Virgins' like us. No wonder some of the people there have been 8 years running! The water pressure on the 3rd floor is a bit low, but if you run around in the shower it is fine! We did not have any problems with noise, (only the Sally Army Band playing at 10.30pm on Christmas Eve at the end of the pier) If we had known this was a tradition we would have gone out to watch them. The beds are comfortable and the bedding spotless. Towels are changed daily and our bed made and room tidied too. The entertainment was good, and the little touches like afternoon tea, cake and a game of Bingo, or someone would just bring round a plate of hot sausage rolls all 'No Charge'
For anyone thinking about booking any all inclusive holiday or any other holiday at The Afton, don't ponder...just book it!
We had never had a 'Hotel Package Christmas' before and were a bit apprehensive when we arrived about spending Christmas with absolute strangers, but within a few hours, thanks to the friendliness off the staff we all settled down and began to feel 'at home'.
We were eagerly anticipating our first meal, and went downstairs to the restaurant. We were given a table for 4 which was at the end of a longer table. Our waiter for most of the holiday was Steve, who could not do enough for us.The food was extremely well presented and tasty. As soon as you had finished one course than the next one appeared like magic! I could not fault the choice of food available, or the quality for the entire holiday. They have definitely mastered catering for large amounts of people, while still retaining that individual feeling of an intimate meal. After 5 days of scrumptious meals, I am too scared to go on the weighing scales!
By Christmas Eve we had begun to settle down and make friends in the relaxed atmosphere of the hotel. By the end of our holiday we had made so many wonderful friends they felt like 'family' and it was hard to leave them.
All the odd bits of information:
The hotel is just the right temperate all the time. Not too hot or too cold. There is only one lift that can get a bit busy just before mealtimes, but is efficient and quick. Marco the owner is amazingly friendly and knows his 'regulars' very well, and also looked after the 'Afton Virgins' like us. No wonder some of the people there have been 8 years running! The water pressure on the 3rd floor is a bit low, but if you run around in the shower it is fine! We did not have any problems with noise, (only the Sally Army Band playing at 10.30pm on Christmas Eve at the end of the pier) If we had known this was a tradition we would have gone out to watch them. The beds are comfortable and the bedding spotless. Towels are changed daily and our bed made and room tidied too. The entertainment was good, and the little touches like afternoon tea, cake and a game of Bingo, or someone would just bring round a plate of hot sausage rolls all 'No Charge'
For anyone thinking about booking any all inclusive holiday or any other holiday at The Afton, don't ponder...just book it!
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In January 2015, Charliemar said about The Afton Hotel
We had my wife's surprise 40 th party here. It was brilliant . Very clean and tidy. Very spacious. The staff were great nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend highly. Thanks again to Jason and team
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In January 2015, Sue M said about The Afton Hotel
We got a very cheap winter rate for one night at this hotel and we were very pleased with it. The room, although not huge, was clean and comfortable, with tea and coffee making facilities. We asked for a quietly located room, which we got, with a side view of the sea/pier - very good. The staff were efficient, helpful and friendly. The bar prices were very good and they have entertainment on most nights. We went on a Thursday and there was an excellent vocalist - Leigh Baker - who was extremely good and who I presume is a regular fixture there. We did not have evening meal, but were told by other guests that the food was acceptable and plentiful. We certainly found that to be the case with the breakfast. We will definitely be visiting this hotel again in the future.
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In January 2015, Maurice P said about The Afton Hotel
My wife and I were on a coach trip organised by Edwards Coaches South Wales along with 16 friends.
We arrived on Monday 19th Jan and left on Friday 23rd.
Good welcome from Jadon who explained the porterage arrangements.
The room was comfortable and whilst we thought at first, quite small,
This turned out not to be the case when a chair was removed.
Most importantly the room was very CLEAN and remained so for the rest of our stay.
Staff very polite and willing to assist.
Jason was always there to provide information and with the exception of the comedian on the Wednesday night the entertainment was great.
Would I visit again?
The answer a resounding yes.
Breakfast was brill and the evening meal offered a veggie option which we appreciated.
Maurice and Gzynor Padfield Abergavenny
We arrived on Monday 19th Jan and left on Friday 23rd.
Good welcome from Jadon who explained the porterage arrangements.
The room was comfortable and whilst we thought at first, quite small,
This turned out not to be the case when a chair was removed.
Most importantly the room was very CLEAN and remained so for the rest of our stay.
Staff very polite and willing to assist.
Jason was always there to provide information and with the exception of the comedian on the Wednesday night the entertainment was great.
Would I visit again?
The answer a resounding yes.
Breakfast was brill and the evening meal offered a veggie option which we appreciated.
Maurice and Gzynor Padfield Abergavenny
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk