Local Reviews
In February 2017, 23Meg said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
What a lovely show. I took my eight year old grandson and three year old granddaughter and they both enjoyed themselves thoroughly. The actors and costumes were first class and allowing them to have their photographs taken with them made it all the more special for them. Actors came down into the audience during the show too and were very friendly with the children. Only downside was the programme. There wasn't much of interest to the children at all but they wanted one each to take home to show their parents. Will definitely book again if it comes back to Eastbourne.
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In March 2017, trotsketti said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Lovely show to take the little ones to - they loved meeting all the characters in the interval and the singing and dancing went down well.
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In March 2017, kevin Skinner said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
My first visit to this theatre. Initially I was a bit critical and fault finding that was to be truthful undeserved. It did seem on first impression to be maybe a bit amateur in several respects – but then I overheard one of the staff telling a visitor that it was entirely manned by volunteers, I felt more than a little ashamed at my petty critiques. Suddenly I was transported into appreciation of everything. The little bar (which was rather concealed) was run by an obviously amateur but very efficient helpful barman. Beer was good and I never noticed any “sorry, don’t have that sir”, all well stocked and variety. The show, a tribute to John Denver by Wane Denton was as good as any tribute band I have ever seen and better than many. My only complaint at all was that we were held in the foyer for 30 minutes while “I’m afraid we have a lighting issue so must wait until it’s fixed”. Completely untrue as we noticed the band was obviously late as they were outside unloading the equipment! Were they to have said that, and allowed us in, we could have had a beer before the show! A loss of revenue to the theatre and a loss of a pint for me. Anyway, a truly worthwhile evening and are now booking for other shows, only disappointed that I have missed so many others.
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In January 2018, Audrey M said about The Afton Hotel
The hotel is well situated, directly across from the pier and a fairly short walk to the local shopping area. Bus routes run along the front too.
Afton Hotel is clean but lacks experienced waiting staff, chefs and maintenance staff. Heating is a problem along with the lack of water and heat from the showers in various rooms. We were lucky in our party as our room was warm, with a slow running hot shower. The menu needs looking at along with the chefs ideas! (Oh, and the dish washer could do with being looked at!)
There are sea front rooms.
Afton Hotel is clean but lacks experienced waiting staff, chefs and maintenance staff. Heating is a problem along with the lack of water and heat from the showers in various rooms. We were lucky in our party as our room was warm, with a slow running hot shower. The menu needs looking at along with the chefs ideas! (Oh, and the dish washer could do with being looked at!)
There are sea front rooms.
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In February 2018, Ks86 said about The Afton Hotel
I was thrown a surprise graduation party in this hotel last night and it was amazing. The staff were so helpful and kind nothing was too much trouble. The whole place was kept very clean and tidy. Luke was on the bar and was very friendly and accomadating. The owners were also present and on hand if we needed anything. I couldn't have asked for a better night. Thank you very much to everyone at the afton hotel that made this possible
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In February 2018, princessp31 said about The Afton Hotel
Had a party here last night. Amazing Night! Manager Luke and his wife and the owners were all brilliant and we could not have asked for anything more from them. All of our requests were met, everyone had a brilliant night and it is somewhere we would definatly go again!
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In February 2018, Zuzana K said about The Afton Hotel
We spent a nice week in this hotel. We were absolutely satisfied. The room was clean, nice, spacious. Staff were friendly and willing. The food in the restaurant was excellent. Absolutely recommend this hotel and we are happy to come back again in the future.
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In February 2018, Angela P said about The Afton Hotel
We were offered an upgrade of a sea view, the view was good but the room was small for two people.
The bed was fine, not enough places for stuff
The bathroom heating didn’t work.
The staff were friendly and helpful I must say and we felt safe in the area and the hotel.
We had breakfast in a very big room almost empty of furniture, most mornings we seemed to be the only people having breakfast, we did see one other couple.
It seemed strange that we actually felt we were the only people staying there.
The manager told us the hotel was in a period of change and updating
It did seem a bit jaded to be honest and we wished we had gone to a premier inn
The bed was fine, not enough places for stuff
The bathroom heating didn’t work.
The staff were friendly and helpful I must say and we felt safe in the area and the hotel.
We had breakfast in a very big room almost empty of furniture, most mornings we seemed to be the only people having breakfast, we did see one other couple.
It seemed strange that we actually felt we were the only people staying there.
The manager told us the hotel was in a period of change and updating
It did seem a bit jaded to be honest and we wished we had gone to a premier inn
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In March 2018, proseccoqueen83 said about The Afton Hotel
Staff was friendly luke the manager was really nice made you feel welcome bed was really comfy room was clean and tidy only thing i did not really approve of is the child that sits and runs around in the bar area while people are ralaxing and drinking
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In March 2018, iantothomas99 said about The Afton Hotel
Successful tour. The Afton has undergone a program of refurbishment and the downstairs lounges look very attractive. Great location - only 50 yards from the Pier. Some of the rooms are small - however they are clean and well appointed. Manager Luke and his assistant Nathan are young, energetic and enthusiastic and aim to increase the star rating to 3 stars during 2018. During our four night stay the food was excellent. Fresh produce - beautifully cooked and excellent choices. Very good evening entertainment and bar prices are very reasonably priced. The restaurant staff were young, pleasant and very keen. Under Luke's management - this lovely little hotel has the prospect of a great future. Would highly recommend to group and individual bookings.
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