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The Halcyon

3.0 star property
Eastbourne bed & breakfast in Meads

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Beach
Exterior
Shared kitchen
Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Explore the area

Map
8 South Cliff, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, England, BN20 7AF
  • Western Lawns
    ā€Ŗ2 min walkā€¬
  • Eastbourne Beach
    ā€Ŗ3 min walkā€¬
  • Congress Theatre
    ā€Ŗ6 min walkā€¬
  • Shoreham-By-Sea (ESH-Shoreham)
    ā€Ŗ59 min driveā€¬

Room options

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite (2ND FLOOR)

Triple Room, Ensuite (2ND FLOOR)

Triple Room, Ensuite (2ND FLOOR)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Room

Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (GROUND FLOOR)

Room

Single Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (GROUND FLOOR)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Room

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Room

Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (2nd floor)

Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (2nd floor)

Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (2nd floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Small)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Small)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Small)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

Room

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Eastbourne

The Halcyon places you steps from Western Lawns and within a short 5-minute stroll of Eastbourne Beach. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Meads B&B include Beachy Head and South Downs National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 3 min walk
  • Congress Theatre - 6 min walk
  • Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 9 min walk
  • Eastbourne Pier - 15 min walk
  • Beachy Head - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastbourne Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖDem Shish - ā€¬13 min walk
  • ā€ŖBistrot Pierre - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖPizzaExpress - ā€¬14 min walk
  • ā€ŖPomodoro E Mozzarella - ā€¬12 min walk
  • ā€ŖWish Tower - ā€¬5 min walk

About this property

The Halcyon

Eastbourne bed & breakfast in Meads
WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Eastbourne bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
The Halcyon offers 15 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

The Halcyon Eastbourne
The Halcyon Bed & breakfast
The Halcyon Bed & breakfast Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Halcyon?

The Halcyon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Halcyon?

As of 26 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Halcyon on 27 Feb 2025 start from NZ$121.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Halcyon?

Yep, The Halcyon is a short 3-minute walk from Eastbourne Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Halcyon?

No, The Halcyon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Halcyon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Halcyon?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Halcyon Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Edgars

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: room looked nice and modern, everything was tidy and clean and cleaning service was great.the windows were nice and big and the view vas nice as well Cons: the mattress in room 8 was terible, it needs replacing as could feel every spring and when siting down you just sink through it. The room was cold in the morning and there was a weird smell in the hallway when you reach around second floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay room had a good sea view nice friendly staff clean tidy comfortable would definitely stay again when back in Eastbourne.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant property with comfortable rooms and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient position for the the theatre and food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely 2 night stay here. Absolutely amazing view of the sea from my room, couldnā€™t get enough of waking up to it. Definitely booking The Halcyon again when Iā€™m back in Eastbourne. Thanks to all the staff for being so amazing and helpful! Lots of love and best wishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, great friendly staffs. I got a very good deal. In future I will consider the same place if it is in my price range. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really good time in the hotel. It was very clean and the staffs were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the sea view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception not manned, room and bathroom in poor state
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service
The young guy acting front desk needs to seriously Buck up his presentation skills and front desk manner. Was like being served by a shell suit prat. Tv didnā€™t work, which seemed to be a known issue, and he huffed and puffed and tutted as he lamely attempted to sort it. Knowing he couldnā€™t. I got a refund and left at 9.30pm. Rather risking find somewhere else to stay. Which I did - the Lansdowne. Much much better and they did me a price Ā£15 higher and well worth it. You prat
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is on a beautiful street facing the English Channel. We booked there intending to complete The 7 Sisters Walk, originating in nearby Seaford. Our plans changed a bit...we walked from the hotel toward the cliffs(did not complete the full trail). Views from the cliffs are breathtaking and were well worth our side-trip from London. However, I don't think we would have enjoyed staying at The Halcyon more than a single night. It was not easy lugging our bags up several flights of stairs. While the sea views from our rooms were incredible, those are about the only sights that resembled the photos from the hotel's website. Both of our rooms were tired and worn. The mattresses were fair, but the pillows were flat and uncomfortable. The bathroom in one room had a strong odor of mustiness and the shower barely drained. Even with the very low water pressure and taking a quick shower, I was standing in 2 inches of water by the time my shower ended. My daughter needed to wait half an hour before she could shower, or we would have risked an overflow. *There were no problems with the bathroom in my older daughters' room. The breakfast was included in the price of the hotel, so I can't complain much. Had I paid anything for it, though, I would have been very disappointed. There were a few pieces of fresh fruit, a couple boiled eggs, some yogurts, cheap juices, and stale cereal. The coffee was instant. Tea was available, but I didn't have any. The staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room needs refurbishments
The en-suite room on the top floors has a few flaws. First of all the sea view is from a small window above the bed, which defeats the purpose of paying premium for a sea view. The bathroom is quite old and the worst thing was probably the room door which was moving/slamming permanently when guests from the sae floor were coming in/out of their flat, making a noise strong enough to wake up anyone from sleep. After being woken up a few times in the night, we had to fit a spoon between the door and the frame to stop it from moving and slaming. Location is good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

tamaru

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed sheets looked not changed and stained, double mattress was terrible, sink was blocked, area between sink and wall clearly not cleaned for weeks. The so called breakfast was non existent: some old croisants reheated in an oven,some cold milk and cereal that about sums it all....ooo no , some boiled egs as well. Very dissapointed after paying Ā£147 for a night for the so called :" triple room with sea view". Got fooled by the positive reviews (only 45 on expedia at the time of booking) which I cannot understand how they can be genuine after our experience. Definately not worh 147/ night..... maybe under Ā£50.....so disapointing .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean and of great quality. All round pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eastbourne
Great value in a good location on the sea in Eastbourne. Friendly staff, clean, and quiet. Good access to the South Downs Way as well, heading towards the Seven Sisters. Only drawback was the tiny shower, but for the price, itā€™s worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sudha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Clean and comfy. Although, itā€™s quite noisy with other guests coming in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome room (room9) safe and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nayano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very cozy and quiet time, would love to come back again. Lee welcomed us warm and friendly prepared us a large room than , Lorraine helped us with the breakfast in the morning, everything was neat and organised.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

CHRISTOPHER

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice small hotel, ideal for a short break. Very close to the Seafront and easy access to the town. The stand out for me was warm welcome at breakfast and level of service by the lady in the breakfast room. The single room is compact but nice sea view and sound of the waves. Warm and well equipped. I was in Eastbourne for work so didnā€™t spend a lot of time at the hotel but happy with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Pierluigi

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed & breakfast accommodation on sea front!
We enjoyed staying at this small hotel with excellent customer service, a warm welcome and staff very friendly. Room was same as pictured on website with a lot of space between the comfy beds and view looking out to the town rather than ocean. Tea/Coffee making facilties, fresh clean sheets & towels were provided for our 2 day stay. The ensuite bathroom was disappointing though as older bath, sink & toilet needs updated and only a hand held shower from the mixer taps was attached to the tiles with no screen or shower curtain provided. There wasn't any plug to have a bath either. We were offered a free continental full breakfast on both days in the kitchen/dining room which we didn't think was included in the price so made up for the older style ensuite bathroom. Hotel was situated across from the sea front not far from Grand Parade, shops and train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023