Local Reviews
In May 2013, An_English_Man said about Burlington Hotel
16 of us just had a short 3 night break at this hotel
As other people have said this is an old hotel & in some aspects a bit tired, but you will not beat it for value. The staff are excellent & very friendly, always trying to help.
The evening entertainment is not London stage, but better than some Shearing hotels.
The hotel situation could not be bettered, almost opposite the pier.
The seafront rooms are worth it if you are going to spend time in your room other than asleep.
One of the lifts (elevators) is rather small but better than nothing
As other people have said this is an old hotel & in some aspects a bit tired, but you will not beat it for value. The staff are excellent & very friendly, always trying to help.
The evening entertainment is not London stage, but better than some Shearing hotels.
The hotel situation could not be bettered, almost opposite the pier.
The seafront rooms are worth it if you are going to spend time in your room other than asleep.
One of the lifts (elevators) is rather small but better than nothing
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In May 2013, Diptimay M said about Burlington Hotel
Excellent location, friendly staff and very good services. I went through shearing holiday package and most were old people. The hotel boy Daniel was very gentle, friendly, smart and made me comfortable among old group in the restaurant. You must see their service. All Guys really working hard and almost running all the time for giving quick service.
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In May 2013, MerseyWanderer said about Burlington Hotel
The hotel is owned and run by Shearings Holidays and is a very large old hotel. Our party had been booked for some time, and the majority of us were staying in single rooms. Check in was straightforward although there was a bit of a problem in establishing that my car parking had been authorised and paid for. The room was at the back of the hotel and maybe because we were not part of a coach tour package, but to put it mildly the room had seen far better days. The carpet is of the "Wallace Arnold" era with the "WA" motif repeated in a staggered pattern, that is where it has not worn threadbare. The sash windows are showing signs of advanced wood rot, the bathroom being the worse of the two. Wallpaper is peeling from the ceiling and lifting at the edges on the walls. The drawer under the old TV will not close once opened owing to the wood bowing under the weight of the TV. The bathroom fittings are of the 1970's and are showing their age with the chrome plate wearing through on the taps. The washbasin had a number if cracks in it from previous accidents.
For guests of a younger age group, be warned the target market for the hotel appears to be the over 60's (I know I'm one of them), but if you still move quick, be prepared to slow down as there are people 70 and 80+ who don't enjoy freedom of movement like they used to. Consequent to this the "entertainment" is suited to the older end and would bore younger people out of their minds.
On the positive side, the food is excellent and there is a good choice of menu which is changed each day for the evening meal. The staff are also excellent, friendly and very efficient and pleasant. The location is ideal too, being almost opposite the pier and not too far from some very good shops, Eastbourne has very few shops which are empty and is a pleasant change from most other "High Streets".
One final note is that my room was not the exception, at least two of my party also commented on the state of their rooms, and whilst ackowledging thatthe price was very good there re standards which I expect, and sadly these fell well below expectations.
For guests of a younger age group, be warned the target market for the hotel appears to be the over 60's (I know I'm one of them), but if you still move quick, be prepared to slow down as there are people 70 and 80+ who don't enjoy freedom of movement like they used to. Consequent to this the "entertainment" is suited to the older end and would bore younger people out of their minds.
On the positive side, the food is excellent and there is a good choice of menu which is changed each day for the evening meal. The staff are also excellent, friendly and very efficient and pleasant. The location is ideal too, being almost opposite the pier and not too far from some very good shops, Eastbourne has very few shops which are empty and is a pleasant change from most other "High Streets".
One final note is that my room was not the exception, at least two of my party also commented on the state of their rooms, and whilst ackowledging thatthe price was very good there re standards which I expect, and sadly these fell well below expectations.
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In May 2013, LilliS_Wales said about Burlington Hotel
The Burlington is a large old seaside hotel owned by Shearings Holidays. We arrived for our 3 day weekend break and were disappointed with the outdated appearance of the interior of the hotel, could do with some decorating and some of the areas were not very clean, especially the public toilet(ladies) in the entertainment area. However our room was ok at the front with a seaview(bonus) and towels and bedding clean bathroom also dated but clean. Food good, plain British fare but well prepared and served hot. The service in the dining room was excellent. The service at the hotel was very good in all parts of the hotel being a plus point for this hotel. Location excellent on seafront and near shopping centre, bus stop just opposite for local areas(Brighton,Hastings etc) Although this hotel could do with some updating and TLC it is however very good value for money. We are a couple in our 60's as were most other guests
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In May 2013, Glyn J said about Burlington Hotel
This was my first stay in a hotel from the 17 to 20 of May and so this is my view that my third floor single room was clean tidy and roomy had a small TV, it was cleaned every morning by polite cleaning staff, a good choice of food at breakfast and evening meals and was served by polite helpful staff, my first stay at a hotel was a good one.
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In May 2013, suitcase99 said about Burlington Hotel
Just returned from a 3 night stay at this Shearings Hotel. I had a single room on the top floor and couldn't fault it. Clean and warm with a seaview and the ensuite bathroom was modern and sparkling white. The food was good and the service was quick and efficient. This is a good budget hotel and I think a lot of the bad reviews are just nit picking. Three things I would pick up on although none of these are criticisms. Firstly it would be good if the hotel could put a card on top of the television in each room asking if guests would turn off their TVs between 11pm and 7am for the comfort of other guests. I have seen these in other hotels. My next door neighbor returned to his room at 11.30pm. Switched on the TV until 1am then woke me up at 5.30am with the TV again!!! I don't think some people realise that noise carries through walls and perhaps a notice would remind them. Secondly if you want a drink with your meal buy it beforehand at the bar and take it into the restaurant. There is only one wine waiter for the whole restaurant and the people on my table didn't get a chance to order a drink. Thirdly if you want to tip a waitress do it as you go along. I left it to the end and asked where to put tips so they are shared out and it seems there is no system. So I left no tip which was a shame as I would have liked to.
Thank you Shearings for an enjoyable stay. Especially nice as we had such fabulous weather over the Bank Holiday and saw Eastbourne and Beachy Head in all its glory
Thank you Shearings for an enjoyable stay. Especially nice as we had such fabulous weather over the Bank Holiday and saw Eastbourne and Beachy Head in all its glory
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In May 2013, grecophile70 said about Burlington Hotel
My friends and I have stayed at the Burlington 6 times in the last 3 years,and keep coming back as it a nice hotel in a very good location, The value for money is excellent, the food is very good, always lots of variety, great and quick service, all of the staff are efficient and friendly and the entertainment is good, ok it maybe geared to the older generation but it is still good and we have taken our 40 and 50 year old children, [I am in my {young!]
70s and the rest in their 60s] and they have all really enjoyed it all too.
The hotel is gradually getting refurbished, we have seen changes in the last year, with new lounge furniture etc, ok some of the bedrooms are a little tired but given time I think these will be done, considering the age of the building its not too bad.
We have already booked again for another weekend in October.
If you want an excellent location Hotel on a budget you cannot do better than visit the Burlington Hotel.
70s and the rest in their 60s] and they have all really enjoyed it all too.
The hotel is gradually getting refurbished, we have seen changes in the last year, with new lounge furniture etc, ok some of the bedrooms are a little tired but given time I think these will be done, considering the age of the building its not too bad.
We have already booked again for another weekend in October.
If you want an excellent location Hotel on a budget you cannot do better than visit the Burlington Hotel.
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In May 2013, TraceyKingsLynn said about Burlington Hotel
Another good value, comfortable stay at the Burlington. We stayed for a long weekend for my husbands 50th birthday in 2006, and enjoyed it so much that we have been back every year since, yes there are better hotels in Eastbourne, but I don't think you can beat the Burlington for the location, the friendly staff, the choice of food, and the comfortable room, at a very affordable price. (Upgrade to a premier room if you can) although all rooms are comfortable, and VERY clean! I can't comment on the entertainment as we have never attended.
Eastbourne is great for walking and shopping, and enjoying the seafront.
Eastbourne is great for walking and shopping, and enjoying the seafront.
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In May 2013, Slmitchell90 said about Burlington Hotel
We went to the Burlington for a family trip. We've stayed there twice before. It is a lovely hotel in a really fab location. It is fantastic value for money. The staff are all extremely helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was good. Always a choice of about 3 dishes for starter, main course and 3 selections for puddings. The entertainment was good too. It's not a 5* ritz but the location, and friendly ness of staff makes it a really lovely place to be. We'll definitely be returning.
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In June 2013, Andie L said about Burlington Hotel
A couple of days before staying at this hotel we read some reviews on it, and were a bit concerned about staying there. On arrival the outside of the hotel looked shabby but we were surprised by how nice our bedroom was, very bright and nicely decorated. It was a shame about the cracked sink in the bathroom, the non matching toilet seat and dusty wardrobe, also the T.V in our room was very dated, with poor picture quality. The hotel needs updating. We were surprised that the steps leading to the main entrance were not lit at night especially as the majority of the guests are elderly. Breakfast was very good, although portions were small, if you asked for more you got it. Dinner was very poor, especially if you are vegetarian, there is only one choice. The vegetarian risotto looked like a plate of vomit. Our waitress maria was excellent and could not do enough for us. The hotel is in a good location, generally very clean and the staff are polite and friendly.
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