We were apparently given an upgrade to our room which was nice - but it was £ 60 more than our agreed rate for our twin room

No complaints. Great room, lovely breakfast, polite staff, who coud ask for more.

Stayed in April 2024

Parking

Our sea view was excellent, breakfast 1st class and dinner excellent. A bit tired in places but generally an excellent old style stylish hotel.

Stayed in April 2024

Prices in bar cafe are very high. The pool wasn't open in April despite some of the information saying it was from April.

Location is lovely, great views and feels away from any 'bustle'. The room was a good size well furnished, double glaziing (while still keeping period feel) and nice to have a bath. Extremely good breakfast with lovely staff

Stayed in April 2024

The weather :)-

Conservatory, beautifal garden, bar, breakfast room and clean hotel room with nice shower. Good restaurant with also vegan/ vegetarian dishes and nice service.

Stayed in April 2024

No criticisms.

Proximity to the coast and to downtown. Wonderful views of the sea from the dining room/outdoor terrace. Very Comfortable room Beautiful old interior.

Stayed in April 2024

Delicous cooked breakfast

Stayed in March 2024

No Much !

Unbelievable breakfast

Stayed in March 2024

Room was a bit small.

Overall a good stay in a slightly outdated hotel with very friendly staff and a great view of the sea.

Stayed in March 2024

All round a decent hotel, but a bit tired looking

small room, crap view over the car park to the rear, but a good breakfast ' Craster Kippers'

Stayed in March 2024

The hotel from outside looked very tired and it didn't make a great first impression. Also the bar and lobby area could do with a freshning up and maybe some music to be played in the background to add to the ambience.

The view from our seaview room was fantastic. The food at dinner in the Crystal restaurant was excellent. Location to Beachy Head, Eastbourne Pier and the shops was great.

Stayed in March 2024

Excellent breakfast and lunch with very good quality food. Room quiet and comfortable with everything you could need.

Stayed in March 2024

The outside was a little dated.

Lovely setting and very well kept grounds!

Stayed in March 2024

Unfortunately, the evening meal we had was tasteless and like something I could get and cook from a Supermarket! Also we were told by Reception that we didn't have to book for dinner on the night of arrival as the Restaurant wasn't bust. But when the three of us went to the Restaurant eat, we were greeted with.."did you book" and the Restaurant was full! Happily , I think it was Lisa the Head Waitress, fitted us in for a meal. ..

Room, great view, warm and comfortable. Clean. Fantastic breakfast 😋 and great waiter/waitress ser vice. The quiet convivial atmosphere in the Lounge/Bar area. Lovely decor.

Stayed in February 2024

comfortable room ,lovely breakfast

Stayed in February 2024

TV was unwatchable as the signal was missing most of the time. The shower had no hot water but the bath was perfect!

Stayed in March 2024

the shower was very slow and i had more power standing in the rain. If you think you're going to go to the bar and get away from the already expensive London Prices, then you will definitely be shocked when the bill arrives. i got 1 pint of Peroni at £7 and then decided to go onto soft drinks, i get the same thing for £5.50 in the center of London. plus the beer selection is'nt massive.

room view was fine but it was just a roof, i was happy with it as i dont look out the windows. bed was a single and was comfy, maybe a little soft but everyone has different preferences. breakfast was decent. not much choice if you didnt want something from the menu but was still nice. the staff were pleasant and helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

We stayed for just one night as we were attending an event elsewhere in Eastbourne. I assume our booking was just a standard room but it was on the small side with too much furniture. Not a great view from our window, probably would have tried to get a sea view if we were staying longer. The room was clean but quite basic, maybe better suited to a single guest.

I have stayed at the Hydro Hotel on many occasions but a long time ago. It was as I remembered it, quite old fashioned but comfortable and full of character. The staff were all friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The conservatory is a welcome addition and seems popular with both hotel guests and other customers. They serve lunch, afternoon tea and dinner which all looked very tempting. Probably a good idea to book in advance as most tables were already reserved. Breakfast was excellent.

Stayed in March 2024

No.problems

Love it there

Stayed in February 2024

The view and location, traditional atmosphere

Stayed in February 2024

Not a lot, if they polished the brass on the revolving door handles at the entrance they would be competing against the The Grand Hotel

The Breakfast is sensational along with the waiting staff

Stayed in March 2024

Expensive but good food room service available

Hairdresser available in the Hotel

Stayed in February 2024

Coffee at breakfast needs improving

Old fashioned in a good way and well run.

Stayed in February 2024

Breakfast first class. Always found the Hydro the best hotel in Eastbourne.

Stayed in February 2024

Our room was a bit small. wardrobe space was difficult because of the position of the safe.The main entrance/reception was a bit unappealing but the public rooms had a nice atmosphere

one day there was no fresh fruit for breakfast and one evening the dinner was only passable. The salad was mediocre and the cauliflower beignet was stodgy

Stayed in February 2024