Local Reviews
In August 2013, BrunoLancashireUK said about Burlington Hotel
I stayed on a 3 night’s bed breakfast and evening meal break from 19/07/2013 to 22/7/2013 at the Burlington in Eastbourne which is one of two hotels in Eastbourne owned and run by the Shearings Holiday group, (Bay Hotels and Coast and Country Hotels). There is a choice of self drive or coach transport and you can choose B+B + evening meal or just B+B. I chose to drive from the north of England to Eastbourne and included a two night stop on the way.
The Burlington boasts over 160 rooms and is a grade 2 listed building, it is a well maintained, smart, and impressive looking, very comfortable hotel situated on the promenade’s Grand Parade just a few meters away from Eastbourne’s fine Pier. If you are fortunate to get a sea view room on the top floor then you will wake up to stunning views. The hotel serves good food in a pleasant environment and the meals are varied and the portions are more than adequate. The staff are always helpful and will try to cater to your dietary requirements, nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are comfortable, clean and appear to be well maintained, mine had obviously just been re decorated. When booking I chose an upgrade to a sea view which was a very pleasant airy room overlooking the pier. I have stayed at many of the Shearings Hotels ranging from north Yorkshire to the south coast and all have proved to be good value for money and have always provided a good holiday in a nice hotel without breaking the bank. As in all things some are better than others I can safely say this is certainly up there with the better ones. Shearings cater mainly for the more mature population so their hotels are always relaxing; many of their hotels have entertainment in the evening.
Eastbourne is a popular resort and is well kept with very beautifully laid out carpet garden features along the front next to the beach, I was there several years ago and it has not changed its delightful character even in today’s cutbacks.
Overall the Burlington is a very nice hotel with good staff and is obviously well managed. In my opinion it is good value for money in a great location and I would not hesitate to recommend it, I wish it was nearer to me.
The Burlington boasts over 160 rooms and is a grade 2 listed building, it is a well maintained, smart, and impressive looking, very comfortable hotel situated on the promenade’s Grand Parade just a few meters away from Eastbourne’s fine Pier. If you are fortunate to get a sea view room on the top floor then you will wake up to stunning views. The hotel serves good food in a pleasant environment and the meals are varied and the portions are more than adequate. The staff are always helpful and will try to cater to your dietary requirements, nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are comfortable, clean and appear to be well maintained, mine had obviously just been re decorated. When booking I chose an upgrade to a sea view which was a very pleasant airy room overlooking the pier. I have stayed at many of the Shearings Hotels ranging from north Yorkshire to the south coast and all have proved to be good value for money and have always provided a good holiday in a nice hotel without breaking the bank. As in all things some are better than others I can safely say this is certainly up there with the better ones. Shearings cater mainly for the more mature population so their hotels are always relaxing; many of their hotels have entertainment in the evening.
Eastbourne is a popular resort and is well kept with very beautifully laid out carpet garden features along the front next to the beach, I was there several years ago and it has not changed its delightful character even in today’s cutbacks.
Overall the Burlington is a very nice hotel with good staff and is obviously well managed. In my opinion it is good value for money in a great location and I would not hesitate to recommend it, I wish it was nearer to me.
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In August 2013, Mystery_Guest99 said about Burlington Hotel
We booked a small family getaway for the three of us, a single and a twin en-suite with dinner bed and breakfast - we arrived and were able to park the vehicle on site to the rear of the hotel. The room were located on the 4th floor - and they were spacious, clean and tidy, although the bathrooms were a little tied. They were warm, comfortable and we had a great nights sleep over the two nights we stayed. The shower is a bath mixer type and the water was extremely hot and there are warning signs. The housekeeping was good and towels were changed daily. The restaurant caters for the whole hotel as everyone seemed to be on a dbb dinner bed and breakfast programme. Dinner is served as a three course choice meal between 6pm-7.45 we found the times were to early, the food quality is good but the portions rather average when it came to the meat or fish portions, vegetables were plentiful and the starters and deserts were good. Breakfast each day was served between 8am-9.15am the breakfast offers a good quality and excellent value for money with ample fruit juiced, tea/coffee and toast and a varied choice of main breakfast, we have the full English, scrambled eggs on toast and vegetarian breakfast and these were all good choices. We used the hotel bar and had entertainment on both nights and this was traditional English seaside entertainment and was good quality and fun. The hotels compare Mark was entertaining also and you could tell he enjoyed his job and making sure the hotel guest enjoyed themselves. All in all the hotel location, facilities, services and staff made our stay and we will definitely return if we head back down Eastbourne way.
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In September 2013, jim w said about Burlington Hotel
Stayed 19th -23rd Aug. Premier room good with new efficient separate shower. Bed v. comfy.
Evening meals o.k .Evening wine waiter useless. In spite of asking for wine to be served prior to our meal order being taken - it arrived with our pudding! He said. I'm on my own.To which I replied - So am I without my wine!
Breakfast offered good choice and could have been excellent but fried and poached eggs unacceptably overcooked.
They must have been cooked an hour before serving.Same for everyone we spoke to.
Bar service in the afternoon abysmal.Barman always elsewhere and Receptionists always said 'He'll be back in a minute ' - but he wasn't.
I ended up going for afternoon drinks at the Duke of Devonshire in Terminus Road and paying £1.15 a pint less.It was as quick to walk there as wait to get served in the Hotel.They must lose a fortune in bar revenue.
Evening meals o.k .Evening wine waiter useless. In spite of asking for wine to be served prior to our meal order being taken - it arrived with our pudding! He said. I'm on my own.To which I replied - So am I without my wine!
Breakfast offered good choice and could have been excellent but fried and poached eggs unacceptably overcooked.
They must have been cooked an hour before serving.Same for everyone we spoke to.
Bar service in the afternoon abysmal.Barman always elsewhere and Receptionists always said 'He'll be back in a minute ' - but he wasn't.
I ended up going for afternoon drinks at the Duke of Devonshire in Terminus Road and paying £1.15 a pint less.It was as quick to walk there as wait to get served in the Hotel.They must lose a fortune in bar revenue.
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In September 2013, sue g said about Burlington Hotel
we were advised to book an updated room with sea view, it was ok, although stain on duvet cover, which was dealt with quickly. staff were very friendly, evening meal was poor, quality of chicken, if you could cut it was tough. next evening fish, or tail of fish, supposed butter sauce, it smelt of margarine. it was a shame the smokers were allowed to clutter main entrance and leave their butts on steps and front of entrance. the location of the hotel is superb and really want it to survive but it really needs some attention to detail.parking was good at the back of hotel. im sure we all want to support these beautiful buildings and keep our english sea side holidays. hopefully things will improve.
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In September 2013, Susan K said about Burlington Hotel
My Friend and I have just returned from a three day break to Eastbourne. We stayed in the Burlington Hotel and despite reading rather scathing reports of the hotel can only say that we had a really great time there. The hotel is in an ideal situation near the shops and the pier. Our room had a view of the sea and the shops and was very comfortable and clean, yes the décor was a bit tired but that was nothing. The food was excellent and the menu quite varied, our waitress was very good thanks Megan.
The staff in the hotel very friendly and helpful.
The evenings entertainment was excellent and our thanks go to Mark Snow for all the hard work that he puts in to make them so good.
This trip coinciding with my friends birthday and helped make it a really good one.
We shall definetly be returning and will recommend the Burlington to all our family and friends.
The staff in the hotel very friendly and helpful.
The evenings entertainment was excellent and our thanks go to Mark Snow for all the hard work that he puts in to make them so good.
This trip coinciding with my friends birthday and helped make it a really good one.
We shall definetly be returning and will recommend the Burlington to all our family and friends.
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In September 2013, Cruise1234 said about Burlington Hotel
Great location right opposite Pier and the main Bus terminus station! Great if like us you no longer want the hassle of driving but still I are young enough to venture out at heart!!,
Room was basic but clean,food again basic but sufficient for all!
The highlight I have to say was the Friday evening caberet visiting artist Chris Gee he did impressions to suit ALL age groups as we were a mixed aged range group at out table he did Michael Macintyre to Alan Carr to old favourites we loved such as not one but the entire CAST of all our Favorite TV comedy shows like Dads Army/ Fools & Horses/ step toe & Son/ I mean these days who can see they enjoyed a live comedy show that was. NEVER smutty or rude just clever good clean fun for all.
Shearings should offer a Chris Gee week end we would book it!!!!, why he is not a star only god knows
All the hotel guests were still talking about him on Saturday morning breakfast!
Well done Shearings
It's good to offer something DIFFERENT !
Room was basic but clean,food again basic but sufficient for all!
The highlight I have to say was the Friday evening caberet visiting artist Chris Gee he did impressions to suit ALL age groups as we were a mixed aged range group at out table he did Michael Macintyre to Alan Carr to old favourites we loved such as not one but the entire CAST of all our Favorite TV comedy shows like Dads Army/ Fools & Horses/ step toe & Son/ I mean these days who can see they enjoyed a live comedy show that was. NEVER smutty or rude just clever good clean fun for all.
Shearings should offer a Chris Gee week end we would book it!!!!, why he is not a star only god knows
All the hotel guests were still talking about him on Saturday morning breakfast!
Well done Shearings
It's good to offer something DIFFERENT !
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In September 2013, disie2013 said about Burlington Hotel
Just had a great weekend at the Burlington Hotel. It was very good, the room, the food, and entertainment were faultless. We found all the staff all friendly and helpful.The entertainment fom Paul Snow was so good,he had us in stiches, and his singing was amazing.
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In October 2013, Oldhamhappytraveller said about Burlington Hotel
My husband and I have just returned home a week staying at the Bay Burlington Hotel, Eastbourne. Our twin bedded room was No. 203 overlooking the pier. Although the room was a little dated it was very spacious and spotlessly clean along with the bathroom,thanks to a very efficient maid. Plenty of tea and coffee available replenished each day. The beds were very comfortable, the room was warm and hot water was available all day and evening. The shower over the bath very efficient. The food was excellent. Plenty of variety for breakfast and the evening meal, they cater very well for vegetarians also. The food was served hot by very pleasant and efficient staff. All the staff in this hotel from receptionists, bar and catering staff and cleaners were very pleasant, nothing was too much trouble for them . There were only two lifts but very efficient. jWe enjoyed our evenings spent in the concert room with various outside artistes coming in to entertain us each evening. We particularly enjoyed Chris Gee who impersonated many people; past and present. We also enjoyed Mark Snow the entertainments manager who helped keep the show going. We went down with Shearing's Coaches driven down by Tony (two teds) Walker, an excellent driver with a massive personality. very helpful and knowledgeable especially on our two complimentary trips. I mustn't forget the other two drivers, Kevin and David who were also helpful and pleasant (all Shearing's drivers must be hand picked for their personality). We wouldn't hesitate to recommend a Shearing's holiday staying at the Bay Burlington Hotel. thanks to all.
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In October 2013, michael h said about Burlington Hotel
4 days / 3 nights BB & EM with National Holidays from the North East, on arrival we were greeted on the bus and the meal times confirmed , room allocation was quick, we had a sea view twin room on 1st floor room 106 massive room with great view of the sea and pier just across the road. The room was ok decor wise, but needs a little touch up, loads of hot water, meals ok and the service very good, some guests were a bit impatient as to getting their meals served quickly but didn't think to allow for the fact some of the waiters were still training as stated on their name tags , one guest sort out the head waiter to express his dissatisfaction to the time waiting when the lad was trying his best, Some people have no consideration. As stated Mark head of Entertainment works his socks off doing the Bingo, Quiz, Dancing and always had time to chat to the guests. bar prices are a bit expensive but we are used to Wetherspoons competive prices but it didn't stop us having a few and we were normally the last couple out of the bar, my only criticism was the inconsiderate guests who decided to smoke at the entrance to the Hotel not even bothering to go down the couple of steps to stand to the left or right of the hotel main entrance even though it had a big sign NO Smoking .My partner smokes but she always moved well away to the side or even went to the corner of the road opposite Harry Ramsdens. All in all a nice hotel with very friendly competent staff.
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In October 2013, denise384 said about Burlington Hotel
We used this hotel as a base for three nights to meet up with friends who live in Eastbourne at a very reasonable price, travelling with National Holidays.
First impressions thIs hotel would have been very grand in its day and still very nice. The bar area is lovely and the bar staff very efficient and friendly, which accounts for all the staff.
Our room was nice, a little tired but extremely clean and the housekeeping was excellent.
The restaurant was lovely and again all the staff efficient and extremely pleasant. The food was of a good standard and the best I have encountered in a hotel of this category in the United Kingdom, a good chef. We are well travelled and stay in four and five star hotels around the world.
If in the area again, I would have/no hesitation in staying here again.
First impressions thIs hotel would have been very grand in its day and still very nice. The bar area is lovely and the bar staff very efficient and friendly, which accounts for all the staff.
Our room was nice, a little tired but extremely clean and the housekeeping was excellent.
The restaurant was lovely and again all the staff efficient and extremely pleasant. The food was of a good standard and the best I have encountered in a hotel of this category in the United Kingdom, a good chef. We are well travelled and stay in four and five star hotels around the world.
If in the area again, I would have/no hesitation in staying here again.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk