Local Reviews
In August 2010, catherinefor said about The Afton Hotel
the price given is rubbish too - I stayed for £40 a night (I stayed two nights) which included a full english breakfast which was served hot by friendly staff. In july I thought this was a good price for what I got. I don't know where some of these people have stayed before but I travel a lot and I found the Afton to be one of the best 2-star hotels around. I had a room with a lovely sea view and my room was perfectly clean. It's somewhere I would return to if I'm ever in Eastbourne again.
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In August 2010, Andrew841 said about The Afton Hotel
The location of this hotel is ideal with it being so close to the town centre and the pier. I would certainly stay here again when on business down south. I enjoyed the atmosphere of the hotel and would definitely recommend it to others.
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In November 2010, wanchai said about The Afton Hotel
Four of us had a midweek break and were all ofthe same opinion. The bedrooms were very good apart from the tiny old fashion T/V which didnt have a remote control. I asked reception for one but it didn't arrive, I also asked the Manager and he said he couldn't get one. As a last resort, I asked a Cmamber maid and got one in next to no time, well done chamber maid. The shower room was very good even if a little small. Shame that the refitters didnt finish it off very well. The toilet roll holder was hanging loose from the wall, no glass holders, grouting missing in a lot of places, hook behind the door was so high my short wife could hardly reach it, labels still on the pedestal. The workmen should be called in to finish off what would be a very nice en-suite. The bed and bedding were very good and comfortable and we slept very well.
Regarding the food. This was a complete let down. Breakfast had very little choice with serial or fruit and the bowls were almost thimble size. Toast was very thin, almost like paper. The main breakfast was quite good but small although extra was available if you asked.
Dinner wasn't very good with very little choice and the servings with the veg in particular were very small. The serving dishes held just about enough for one healthy eating person. The boiled potatoes were terrible and the greens over cooked.
The sweets were reasonable but felt as if they came out of catering tins.
Evening entertainment was average except for the last evening when someone called George was supposed to entertain us, what a let down that was.
During our stay there was 2 coach loads from Wales and they really made the evenings, they were such good fun and entertaining. We would love to meet up again with them sometime.
Value for money this hotel was quite good and if they improved on the quality of the food it could become a 3 star. The staff wer fine, no problem at all as they were so helpful and polite.
We would go back againand just hope the food had improved.
I hope this is not taken as a bad review as all the faults could be put right so easily and it would then be a lovely place to stay.
The position and views were great.
Regarding the food. This was a complete let down. Breakfast had very little choice with serial or fruit and the bowls were almost thimble size. Toast was very thin, almost like paper. The main breakfast was quite good but small although extra was available if you asked.
Dinner wasn't very good with very little choice and the servings with the veg in particular were very small. The serving dishes held just about enough for one healthy eating person. The boiled potatoes were terrible and the greens over cooked.
The sweets were reasonable but felt as if they came out of catering tins.
Evening entertainment was average except for the last evening when someone called George was supposed to entertain us, what a let down that was.
During our stay there was 2 coach loads from Wales and they really made the evenings, they were such good fun and entertaining. We would love to meet up again with them sometime.
Value for money this hotel was quite good and if they improved on the quality of the food it could become a 3 star. The staff wer fine, no problem at all as they were so helpful and polite.
We would go back againand just hope the food had improved.
I hope this is not taken as a bad review as all the faults could be put right so easily and it would then be a lovely place to stay.
The position and views were great.
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In April 2011, AnnieNorfolk_England said about The Afton Hotel
This hotel is better than some 5star hotels we have been in, staff helpful, friendly, and make your stay very comfortable.
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In May 2011, catherinefor said about The Afton Hotel
We stayed at this hotel on a whim when visiting Eastbourne for the day with our dog. The weather was great so we fancied staying overnight. We'd been up on the South Downs and couldnt get enough of the fantastic views up there! The Afton is right by the Pier so a great location & near to restaurants etc. I didn't expect them to welcome our cocker spaniel but they said as long as he's well behaved it was OK. We didn't feel the need to try other hotels, this one seemed so friendly & it wasn't expensive. The hotel itself is comfortable, clean & pleasant . The breakfast was good too & set us up nicely for another day walking. We'll certainly be back!
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In June 2011, Donnaby said about The Afton Hotel
Had my daughters wedding there food,service,staff were fantastic. Bedroom clean and the bed very comfortable well done to all at Afton
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In September 2011, Peter L said about The Afton Hotel
Having used this hotel for a number of years now for the HMS Protector Association mini reunions, it just gets better! Comfortable clean rooms with all the courtesy items replaced daily. Good plentiful food served by efficient and friendly staff in the air conditioned dining room, added to this the hotel is situated in a great location for all amenities and main town centre shopping (for the ladies that do) Thanks to the management and staff for providing us with another memorable weekend we have booked for next year already.
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In September 2011, Protector59 said about The Afton Hotel
It get,s better every year,HMS Protector Association hold their Mini reunion every September at the Afton,booked for next year making it Number 7. All 76 members and guests who attended this year wishes to thank All at the Afton for making it first class. Our senior of 92 years young, throughly enjoyed the weekend. My room shown on the main photographs was very clean,bed comfy,like the new televisions,nice shower,Very nice view,very little noise this year from the pier people(Ah we were all young once) See you all next year,Doug reunion organiser
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In October 2011, Lynnette C said about The Afton Hotel
I would like to say that 48 of us from the Ex-Servicemens Club Thetford stayed here for 2 days & 3 nights and I couldn't fault it, the food was great, the rooms were clean and tidy and very comfortable, The staff were very attentive and we didn't have to wait for anything. When we went down for our meals we were served straight away and it came out piping hot. This was our first trip to Eastbourne and I think if we went there again we would use this hotel.When we got to the hotel there was scaffolding up but that didn't detract from the great service we recieved.
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In November 2011, Linda B said about The Afton Hotel
Another successful weekend for the "Old Boys" and their partners. We have for several years now been lucky enough to spend two weekends each year at The Afton, which really speaks for itself. Friendly staff, good location, clean warm rooms, good entertainment Friday and Saturday,very accommodating regarding bar opening or should I say closing, which when friends get together for a "chat" is very useful. Food very adequate and even late night sandwiches ordered arrived at 10.30 were supurb, all in all excellent value. We can't thank them enough for yet another great weekend from all 19 of us.
Bermondsey boys..
Bermondsey boys..
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