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Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in East Sussex

Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in East Sussex? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in East Sussex to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.

Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail (Attraction / Activity)

Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail, Paradise Park, Newhaven, East Sussex

Paradise Park, Avis Road, Newhaven

One of the displays is a fossil dinosaur egg from the Xixia basin in China, laid 97 million years ago and overcome by floods before it... more

Booth Museum of Natural History (Museum / Art Gallery)

Booth Museum of Natural History, 194 Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex

194 Dyke Road, Brighton

Children and families can explore the Museum´s collections through a variety of interactive displays in a new `hands on´ gallery. The Museum also organises an exciting... more

Anne of Cleves Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)

Anne of Cleves Museum, 52 Southover High Street, Lewes, East Sussex

52 Southover High Street, Lewes

The house’s interior (which by the way wouldn’t look out of place today on a chic boutique hotel website), with its timber beams and gorgeous furniture,... more

The White Vine House (Small Hotel / Inn)

The White Vine House, 24 High Street, Rye, East Sussex

24 High Street, Rye

There are seven bedrooms, all have been refurbished and now have period furniture and luxury bath or shower rooms. One bedroom has an antique four-poster but... more

Rye Golf Club (Old) (Golf Course)

Rye Golf Club (Old), New Lydd Road, Rye, East Sussex

New Lydd Road, Camber, Rye

Rye has the feel of a walk back in time, an old fashioned, traditional links. Five excellent short holes face elevated greens... more

The Coach & Horses (Restaurant)

The Coach & Horses, School lane, Danehill, East Sussex

School lane, Danehill

Pub classics such as local pork and herb sausages with mashed potato and bitter sweet red onion jam are also done well. However, there are nods... more

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club (Spa)

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex

Wych Cross, Forest Row

Prescription facials, aromatherapy massages, body and heat treatments, solarium, manicures, pedicures and make-overs are all on the menu and the professional therapists are always on hand... more

Oaklands (Bed & Breakfast)

Oaklands, Udimore Road, Rye, East Sussex

Udimore Road, Rye

Luxurious en-suite rooms with thoughtful extras to make the stay special, also have flat screen TVs and Wi-Fi. Delicious 'Sussex Breakfasts' with homemade bread and preserves;... more

Riddle & Finns (Restaurant)

Riddle & Finns, 139 Kings Road Arches, Brighton, East Sussex

139 Kings Road Arches, Brighton

Local sourcing even extends to the drinks list where you'll find Court Garden Farm English Sparkling Wine from nearby Ditchling and Dark Star beers, brewed a... more

Zanzibar International Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)

Zanzibar International Hotel, Nine Eversfield Place, Hastings, East Sussex

Nine Eversfield Place, St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings

There are just eight suites, each with its own theme, a relaxing retreat and an oasis of calm. Chill out in the tropical garden, ideal for... more

The Coach House (Self Catering)

The Coach House, Beech Hill Farm, Heathfield, East Sussex

Beech Hill Farm, Rushlake green, Heathfield

The Coach House dates back to 1799 and has been lovingly restored with its original appearance and aesthetic qualities kept in mind. The surrounding Beech Hill... more

The Flackley Ash Health Club, Spa & Beauty Rooms (Spa)

The Flackley Ash Health Club, Spa & Beauty Rooms, Flackley Ash Hotel & Restaurant, Rye, East Sussex

Flackley Ash Hotel & Restaurant, Peasmarsh, Rye

You'll find the Beauty Rooms tucked away in a quiet corner of the hotel. A haven of peace and tranquility, feel tension and stress drain away,... more

Great Dixter House and Gardens (Garden)

Great Dixter House and Gardens, Dixter Road, Northiam, East Sussex

Dixter Road, Northiam

Great Dixter is one of the most attractive and imaginative gardens in Britain. The 15th Century house is surrounded by an experimental, exciting and ever changing... more

L'église (Restaurant)

L'église, 196 Church Road, Brighton, East Sussex

196 Church Road, Brighton

A charcuterie tapas style sharing board featuring aged cured meats from Normandy and Spain makes a convivial starter. If you prefer to keep your food to... more

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex

Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton

The famous Willett Gallery explores 18th and 19th century British social history through earthenware along with the spectacular collection of non-western arts that is of national... more

Hope Court (Bed & Breakfast)

Hope Court, Rannoch Road, Crowborough, East Sussex

Rannoch Road, Crowborough

The accommodation offers one double bedroom with private bathroom, one twin bedroom with en-suite shower with clock radios, tea/coffee making facilities. There is private parking in... more

Beechwood Bed & Breakfast (Bed & Breakfast)

Beechwood Bed & Breakfast, Eastbourne Road, Lewes, East Sussex

Eastbourne Road, Halland, Lewes

We offer 4 rooms, all individually styled with flat screen TVs and wireless broadband access. Enjoy our full English breakfast cooked to order with sausages and... more

Hove Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)

Hove Museum & Art Gallery, 19 New Church Road, Hove, East Sussex

19 New Church Road, Hove

One of the highlights is the Craft Collection of work by contemporary craftmakers and ceramics. The Museum also houses the National Toy Museum and Institute of... more

Slides Farm Luxury B&B (Bed & Breakfast)

Slides Farm Luxury B&B, Silverhill, Battle, East Sussex

Silverhill, Robertsbridge, Battle

In the ground-floor bedrooms no expense has been spared: sink into the huge king size beds dressed with soft goose down duvets and deluxe organic cotton... more

The Cloudesley (Small Hotel / Inn)

The Cloudesley, 7 Cloudesley Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex

7 Cloudesley Road, St Leonards-on-Sea

Eco limewash painted rooms free of chemicals. Spa facilities including shiatsu, massage and hot stones available... more

The Treatment Rooms (Spa)

The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton, East Sussex

21 New Road, Brighton

In an atmospheric space styled to combine luxury with simplicity and cocoon clients in a beautiful, very private world: The Treatment Rooms aim to meet the... more

Thimbles (Bed & Breakfast)

Thimbles, New Pond Hill, Heathfield, East Sussex

New Pond Hill, Cross in Hand, Heathfield

We grow almost all of our own vegetables. The house is decorated to a high standard, please see the photos on our website... more

The George Inn (Small Hotel / Inn)

The George Inn, High Street, Robertsbridge, East Sussex

High Street, Robertsbridge

Four boutique rooms complement their award winning restaurant perfectly, and provide a haven from the bustle of life. All feature sumptuous fabrics, deluxe pocket sprung beds,... more

Pashley Manor Gardens (Garden)

Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, Wadhurst, East Sussex

Ticehurst, Wadhurst

In between, fruit trees dazzle, thousands of bluebells carpet the woods and tulips explode in primary colours across the gardens (there’s even a Tulip Festival there... more

The Chilli Pickle (Restaurant)

The Chilli Pickle, 17 Jubilee Street, Brighton, East Sussex

17 Jubilee Street, Brighton

Other favourites include Hara Mackerel, Green Spiced Mackerel with Grapefruit and Jimbu Salad and Oxtail Madras, which is fresh and finessed. Attracting a Brighton boho crowd... more

Burwash Place (Bed & Breakfast)

Burwash Place, Spring Lane, Etchingham, East Sussex

Spring Lane, Burwash, Etchingham

Alongside three comfortably furnished bedrooms decorated in soft tones (choose the Kipling Suite for a touch of luxury which features a roll-top bath and balcony) there... more

East Sussex National (Golf Course)

East Sussex National, Little Horsted, Uckfield, East Sussex

Little Horsted, Uckfield

The Championship golf courses are a wonder in themselves, as is relaxing in our Horsted Spa or stepping into the state of the art health club.... more

AG Hendy & Co Home Store Kitchen (Restaurant)

AG Hendy & Co Home Store Kitchen, 36 High Street, Hastings, East Sussex

36 High Street, Hastings

But it's what Hendy cooks up for a handful of tables in his open kitchen that's the real draw for foodies. Open for lunch only, the... more

Newick Park Hotel & Country Estate (Hotel)

Newick Park Hotel & Country Estate, Nr Church Road, Lewes, East Sussex

Nr Church Road, Newick, Lewes

The AA 2 Rosette restaurant boasts a brigade of dedicated chefs produce the most fabulous food, with much of the fruit and vegetables coming from the... more

Fairacres (Bed & Breakfast)

Fairacres, Udimore Road, Rye, East Sussex

Udimore Road, Broad Oak, Rye

One room has a four-poster bed and another a balcony, all are en-suite. Breakfast is offered in the guests dining room adjoining the sitting room, which... more

Royal Pavilion (Attraction / Activity)

Royal Pavilion, 4/5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton, East Sussex

4/5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton

When you’ve done the tour, leave time for a picnic in the Pavilion Gardens outside, where Brighton life, in all its varied and colourful finery, parades... more

The Little Fish Market (Restaurant)

The Little Fish Market, 10 Upper Market Street, Hove, East Sussex

10 Upper Market Street, Hove

The menu offers four choices at each stage (Ray cooks everything himself) and focuses on elegantly composed dishes of locally sourced sustainable seafood. You might start... more

Wheeler's Chequers (Restaurant)

Wheeler's Chequers, The Chequers Inn, Maresfield, East Sussex

The Chequers Inn, High Street, Maresfield

The extensive menu promises British classics which are delivered with a touch of French finesse. So a starter of potted duck is served with prune d’Agen... more

The Poplars (Self Catering)

The Poplars, Main Street, Rye, East Sussex

Main Street, Beckley, Rye

A private garden allows for a relaxing summertime experience, with garden furniture provided, while there are many historic sites, castles, towns and manors to choose to... more

Michelham Priory Gardens (Garden)

Michelham Priory Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex

Upper Dicker, Hailsham

The longest water-filled medieval moat in England is home to a myriad of wildlife, while the grounds are planted with a clever mix of formal gardens... more

Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House (Bed & Breakfast)

Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House, Church Road, Herstmonceux, East Sussex

Church Road, Herstmonceux

The house sits in 1. 5 acres of landscaped gardens which is ablaze with colour during the summer months... more

Horsted Spa (Spa)

Horsted Spa, East Sussex National Hotel, Uckfield, East Sussex

East Sussex National Hotel, Little Horsted, Uckfield

Nine smart treatment rooms, including a twin bedded VIP suite for side-by-side pampering, will lure you in to experience exclusive Espa therapies, from targeted facials to... more

Nobles Restaurant (Restaurant)

Nobles Restaurant, 17 High Street, Battle, East Sussex

17 High Street, Battle

The modern European approach results in dishes such as blue swimmer crab risotto with tomato oil, rocket and Parmesan, while local produce is highlighted by the... more

Stream House (Bed & Breakfast)

Stream House, Pett Level Road, Hastings, East Sussex

Pett Level Road, Fairlight, Hastings

The double room with stunning roll top bath is particularly lovely, and provides the perfect spot to spy the local badgers and birds. Take a stroll... more

The Grand Hotel (Spa)

The Grand Hotel, King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex

King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne

Swedish expert skincare range Kerstin Florian takes on the responsibility of preening and grooming your face and body with potent natural formulations of thermal mineral water,... more

Bluebell Railway (Attraction / Activity)

Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield, East Sussex

Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield

Sunday lunches, Santa specials, Easter events and romantic Valentine’s Day dinners in old Pullman carriages are just some of the special events put on around the... more

The George Inn (Restaurant)

The George Inn, High Street, Robertsbridge, East Sussex

High Street, Robertsbridge

Provenance of ingredients leads the way with all suppliers being based within a 30 mile radius, so delicious dishes such as herb crusted rack of Hawkhurst... more

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club (Golf Course)

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, Beacon Road, Crowborough, East Sussex

Beacon Road, Crowborough

The 18 holes and Clubhouse terrace boast arguably some of the finest panoramas around. The course will test accuracy rather than length off the tee as... more

The Old Vicarage B&B (Bed & Breakfast)

The Old Vicarage B&B, Main Road, Rye, East Sussex

Main Road, Icklesham, Rye

The Queen's Head is a popular, award winning dog friendly pub five minutes walk away, with outside tables and spectacular views of the Brede Valley, the... more

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club (Hotel)

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Ashdown Park, Forest Row, East Sussex

Ashdown Park, Wych Cross, Forest Row

Kids can indulge in swimming lessons, outdoor games and golf on the putting green. Inside, stone arched doorways and fireplaces and wooden mezzanine balconies give the... more

Battle Abbey (Attraction / Activity)

Battle Abbey, Battle, East Sussex

Battle

You’ll get a real feel of what England was like back in the 11th century and understand why events led to the battle and what the... more

Drakes Hotel (Hotel)

Drakes Hotel, 43/44 Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex

43/44 Marine Parade, Brighton

They’re not into flashy displays at this double-fronted Georgian townhouse and most people who stay there (Kylie Minogue, for instance) have been recommended by someone in... more

Jamie's Italian, Brighton (Restaurant)

Jamie's Italian, Brighton, 11 Black Lion Street, Brighton, East Sussex

11 Black Lion Street, Brighton

Treat yourself to a juicy burger Italiano with thick cut posh chips served with truffle oil and parmesan. The friendly and efficient staff will also tell... more

Newick Park Hotel & Country Estate (Restaurant)

Newick Park Hotel & Country Estate, Nr Church Road, Lewes, East Sussex

Nr Church Road, Newick, Lewes

The dining room provides stunning views of the lake and surrounding parkland. The same parkland provides much of the game used on their menus such as... more

Blackdown Cottage (Self Catering)

Blackdown Cottage, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex

Burwash Common, Etchingham

Some added features that make Blackdown Cottage that extra bit special include: Egyptian cotton bed linen, open log fires and a wood-burning stove, while a welcome... more

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