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Places to stay

Luxury hotels, friendly bed and breakfasts or economical campsites – if you are looking for a place to stay for one night or 10, there's something for every budget in East Sussex.

Bed and Breakfast, Rye
Bed and Breakfast, Rye

Find accommodation by district

Eastbourne – one of England's most famous seaside resorts. The elegant seafront is flanked by flowerbeds. Visitor attractions include parks and gardens, a thriving marina and the cliffs at nearby Beachy Head.

Hastings and St Leonard's – two of our most popular seaside resorts, surrounded by stunning countryside. Hastings also has a picturesque old town.

Lewes – one of the county's oldest towns. Attractions include the castle and Anne of Cleves' house. Around Lewes there are many picturesque villages to visit.

Rye – with its steep cobbled streets and picture-postcard cottages, Rye is a charming town. Surrounding attractions include Camber Sands and Winchelsea.

Seaford – one of our quieter beach resorts. A great base for exploring the South Downs and Seven Sisters Country Park.

Uckfield – well placed for those wanting to explore Ashdown Forest and the countryside of the Weald. Uckfield has a good range of restaurants and pubs for the visitor.

Across the county

Use these websites to find accommodation online.

Youth Hostel Associations (YHAs)

There are four YHA hostels in East Sussex – in Alfriston, Hastings, Telscombe and Blackboys. Find out more about Youth Hostels in East Sussex.

Green holiday accommodation

Want to take a holiday, and give the environment a break too? Find out more about green holiday accommodation in East Sussex.

Caravan and camp sites

Visit the official website for tourism in England:

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East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, BN7 1UE. Phone: 0345 60 80 190