We stayed at this hotel for two nights in September. Our immediate reaction was how warm the welcome was. The owner was extremely friendly and helpful. We had a large room which was a little old fashioned and could benefit from updating, however it was clean and comfortable. Parking was in the square in front of the hotel and we were able to park throughout our stay even though we took the car out a couple of times. The breakfast was of a really good quality. Its location is really good with local theatres and restuarants etc near by.All in all this was a very good hotel and one we would stay in again

We've decided on a very last minute trip - and luckly we've come accross this lovely little hotel - They have everything you will need: Comfy rooms, great location, a warm wellcome and a generous freshly cooked breakfast - they also have a very good spa in the hotel - great prices and a superb massour - Marina is a star ! We are defo coming back !

My boyfriend and I stayed two nights at The Ellesmere along with my parents, my brother and my brother's girlfriend, as we had a family wedding to attend in the area. It's a traditional English B&B with a very good full English buffet breakfast and large (although basic) rooms. The beds were comfortable and all rooms have a small TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The only thing I wasn't too keen on was the bathroom, which was very dated. The shower was very small (difficult for my boyfriend who is over 6ft tall) and the water pressure was quite weak.

Other than that, no complaints. The staff are really lovely and happy to helpl in any way, and the location (less than a 2 minute walk from the seafront) is perfect for a weekend getaway. It's good value too, especially as you get the lovely breakfast included.

Having travelled by Train to Eastbourne the hotel took a while to locate. It looked unpreposing from the outside and the decor old fashioned and "busy". Nonetheless it had a friendly homely feel about it . We were running late but found the Proprietor had a solution for his late arrivals that we found quite charming.

We were pleased with the size of the room and the ensuite was very chic. We were later told our room had been recently refurbished. However that said the bed was a tad small for a double nd had no headrest. Also the TV was small and had poor reception. Each morning we were woken by the Gulls.

We were greeted each morning as the proprietor was very friendly and sociable. The breakfast was self service, standard full english and reasonable quantities. However the breakfast room is very small, so raise early and be down first for a good spot.

As my ol'mum says " You gets what you pay for" and in that respect the hotel was satisfactory.