If you are looking for boutique chic by the sea, The Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant ticks all the right boxes. For those partial to a drink or two its revered wine list, complemented by award-winning food, is reason enough to book a room, while for others its stunning location on the Jurassic Coast with a pathway to the beach and views over Cobb Harbour and the coastline of Lyme Bay, is hailed as its best asset. This Grade II listed historic house goes for rustic charm in the right places, like the reassuring worn wooden floors and chic patterned armchairs in the lounge, while bedrooms (most with sea views) are individually decorated, replete with fabrics and furniture in the traditional English style with a modern twist.
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant also has a Wedding Venue and Restaurant:
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant (Wedding Venue Section)
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant (Restaurant Section)
Inspirations
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant is part of the following Inspirations:
Top 10 English Seaside Hotels by Adrian Mourby
"Lyme Regis was once a busy port on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast but almost continual war with France in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries- and the lack of a natural deepwater port- led to its decline. It was rescued commercially by the new fashion for sea-bathing that was given royal support by George III who, from 1789, took annual recuperative trips to the British coast.
Keen to see Lyme rise again, this time as a sea-bathing resort, local landowner Thomas Hollis developed much of the semi-derelict town and created “The Walk”, a public promenade out to the old Tudor harbour (known as the Cobb). Hollis also built the Assembly Rooms at the bottom of Broad Street on the site of some abandoned warehouses. By the time Jane Austen visited Lyme Regis with her mother and father, in 1803 and 1804, Hollis’ attempts to create a resort were paying off handsomely. The Assembly Rooms where Jane liked to dance were perched romantically on the harbour wall with the sea breaking beneath them.
The success of Lyme Regis in Victorian times led to the building of many holiday homes and a few hotels here. Up on the cliffs above Lyme, the “Alex”, as it is known locally, actually predated all this development. It was built in 1735 as a home for the Dowager Countess Poulett and was later the residence of the Anglo-French aristoctratic Duc de Stacpoole. The house has superb views over the Cobb and a serene, tree-lined garden. No wonder in 1901 it became a hotel.
There are 24 bedrooms, a sweet little forecourt as befits the retirement home of a countess, and a freestanding chapel that is currently being restored. In the mornings there is nothing lovelier than the stroll down Pound Street to Broad Street and as far as the Cobb, although you’ll notice the climb on your way back. Jane wrote to her sister that Broad Street was so steep it was "almost hurrying into the water”.
At the Cobb itself – a wonder of Tudor engineering – take in the beached fishing boats and pause to reflect how this harbour wall found its way into two critical scenes in English literature, John Fowles’ The French Lieutenant’s Woman and Jane Austen’s Persuasion. Lyme is the place for a literary seaside holiday."
Hotels with sea views by Kate Simon
"Take a look at Lyme Regis's famous Cobb harbour wall and the Unesco-listed Jurassic coast from this 19th-century property set in beautiful private gardens just steps from the beach. Once the former home of a countess, the interiors of this gracious house have been given a contemporary makeover to transform it into a sumptuous 25-room chic boutique hotel. For the best sea views book a Gould Room."
10 Historic Hotels along the English Riviera by Adrian Mourby
"The “Alex”, as it is known locally, overlooks Cobb Harbour in Lyme Regis, the setting for John Fowles’ novel – and the Meryl Streep film of – The French Lieutenant’s Woman. The original building was constructed in 1735 as a home for the Dowager Countess Poulett and was later the residence of the Duc du Stacpoole before becoming a hotel in 1901 with the addition of a Victorian bay window over its neo-classic portico."
Information on Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant , Pound Street , Lyme Regis
| No. of bedrooms: |
Total: 25 Types of room: 1 Single, 22 Twin/Double, 2 family apartments |
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| Room rates guide: |
Single from: £95.00 Double/Twin: £180.00-£345.00 Room with Breakfast |
| General info: |
Credit Cards Accepted: Delta, Mastercard, Maestro/Switch, Solo, Visa When Closed: 31/12/17 - 02/02/17 Child Friendly: Children of all ages welcome Dog Friendly: No Romantic Details: private dining in garden lookout tower, wedding licence, honeymoon, fabulous seaviews Eco Friendly: Green Tourism Gold Award and member of Considerate Hoteliers Smoking Permitted: No Wheelchair Access: No Accreditation: Taste of the West Gold Award 2017 |
| Room facilities: |
LCD flat screen TV, Radio, telephone, Wi-Fi / Complimentary, Hairdryer, Luxury toiletries, bathrobes, Tea & coffee making facilities, Room Service & Food & Drink |
| General facilities: |
Beautiful gardens, Treatment room, Health & Beauty Treatments available, Gym, Award-winning restaurant, Civil ceremony licence, Wedding receptions, Meeting facilities, Childrens playground, Pathway to beach |
| Indoor activities: |
Sitting room with wide choice of board games for rainy days |
| Outdoor activities on site: |
Boules, Petanque, Croquet on the lawn |
| Activities nearby: |
Golf nearby, Pleasure cruising, powerboat trips, Water sports, sea swimming, scuba diving, Coastal walks, Fossil hunting, green-wood working courses, gyrocopter trips, Horse riding, Hot air ballooning, Lama trekking, Mackerel and deep sea fishing |
| Local directions: | Please see our website for Map and directions. |
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Nearest major city: Nearest major airport: Nearest railway stn: |
Exeter Exeter , Bristol Axminster |
Customer Reviews
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Nicky WCustomer stayed Jul 2017
Beautiful hotel and grounds with a stunning view. This hotel just gets better & better, the food is locally sourced, creative and delicious. My room was large with glorious views of the bay, the bathroom newly refurbished and very stylish. Every comfort is thought of and nothing too much trouble. A perfect relaxing weekend.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by J ACustomer stayed Jun 2017
WONDERFUL STAY! Although we stayed only one night we made the most of the hotel - breakfast, dinner in the restaurant, drinks from the bar in the lounge and enjoying the gardens out front. The decor is beautifully done, the service was friendly and the waitress/waiters were charming and very helpful. The room was clean, well laid out, very comfy bed, perfect pillows, coffee and biscuits and chocolate offered in the room. We stayed in the sea view room which was beautiful. It was £290 for a one night stay with breakfast and 3 course dinner included. We would definitely recommend it as the place to stay in lyme Regis and certainly stay again if were down that way. And having the sea view makes all the difference.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by P MCustomer stayed Jun 2017
Wonderful relaxing hotel. Last minute break for us. We had a bad drive down, but once we arrived all became well the world. Friendly greeting and we went up to our room to relax . Went down for a pre dinner drink and then we saw the fantastic view out over Lyme Regis. Very relaxing garden with fantastic loungers to drift off in . Very good food with excellent service. Wish we could have stayed longer. Try and book a garden view room .
We will be back!
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by D DCustomer stayed Jun 2017
Beautiful location, excellent, friendly service and delicious food. From a table looking out to sea we enjoyed a two course lunch finished off with complimentary petit fours on a decorated plate saying Happy Anniversary in chocolate sauce. What a wonderful way to celebrate our special day. Thank you to all the staff at the Alexandra Hotel for making it a lovely experience
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by D DCustomer stayed Jun 2017
Beautiful location, excellent, friendly service and delicious food. From a table looking out to sea we enjoyed a two course lunch finished off with complimentary petit fours on a decorated plate saying Happy Anniversary in chocolate sauce. What a wonderful way to celebrate our special day. Thank you to all the staff at the Alexandra Hotel for making it a lovely experience
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by L SCustomer stayed May 2017
PERFECTION!
Although we only spent one night at the Alexandra, we left feeling completely refreshed after a perfect stay. It really was faultless: the room was spotless and stylish, the service was immaculate - helpful, but not intrusive or obsequious - but what really impressed us were the little touches from bedtime tea on our return to the room to a plate of chocolates at supper for my birthday.
We are seasoned travellers and it's a particular pleasure to find somewhere so special so close to home. We shall definitely be back! Thank you.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by E VCustomer stayed Apr 2017
INCREDIBLE! BREATHTAKING! YUMMY! Funny enough we ended up visiting Lyme Regis by accident as we were driving close by so I decided to take my boyfriend and his sister to see the place. They were speechless!! Incredible views and so peaceful. We then decided to pop somewhere for some tea and I remembered I previously visited the Alexandra Hotel so I took them there. Very good service as always, amazing cream tea, very friendly and welcoming staff, beautiful place (the restaurant, the terrace and the garden) and breathtaking views!! Recommend to everyone, whether you are a couple, friends or family with children!!
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by P SCustomer stayed Mar 2017
SUPERB HOTEL & SUPERB LOCATION! Spent an absolutely wonderful weekend in what must be the 'Go To' hotel in Lyme Regis. The rooms are beautifully furnished, the staff are simply amazing and so so helpful, the food (and cocktails!) divine, and the views breathtaking. What more could you ask for?
Looking forward to returning as soon as time permits. This is definitely a hotel where you want to come back to time and time again.. Wonderful.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by P PCustomer stayed Mar 2017
SHORT BREAK! Practically perfect in every way. Attentive polite staff, fantastic room, fabulous food. Unpretentious unfussy understated luxury and relaxation. Best breakfast, perfectly poached egg, proper tea with pot of hot water. Lovely bar and cocktails before dinner, soothing unobtrusive music.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by J LCustomer stayed Feb 2017
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Practically perfect in every way. Attentive polite staff, fantastic room, fabulous food. Unpretentious unfussy understated luxury and relaxation. Best breakfast, perfectly poached egg, proper tea with pot of hot water. Lovely bar and cocktails before dinner, soothing unobtrusive music.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Mary WCustomer stayed Oct 2016
Had a wonderful stay here. Great food, great team of kind people looking after us so well and the best thing of all is the location its so beautiful. The weather was lovely so we sat in the garden and enjoyed the views across the coastline. I'd definitely recommend having a sea view room as it is what this hotel is all about!
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Joe MCustomer stayed Oct 2016
GREAT EVENING & FOOD! I took my partner there for a year anniversary & booked the private dining which is in the lookout tower. The view of the sea with the moonlight was picturesque & the food was amazing. Very good evening.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Mandy HCustomer stayed Aug 2016
Lovely Location & Friendly Staff! What a gorgeous setting overlooking the sea, lovely rooms, pretty gardens, fabulous cream tea and dinner and superb staff. Went for our 7th Wedding Anniversary and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.. Would recommend this hotel and worth staying in for dinner.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by D LCustomer stayed May 2016
This was a gem of an hotel. Superb location overlooking Lyme Bay & the Cobb. Charming helpful staff. Delightful decor & furnishings, very clean & comfortable rooms and lastly the food was delicious.
My husband I would definitely revisit & have highly recommended to family & friends Thank you to all Alexandra staff for making our mini break so wonderful.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by A BCustomer stayed Nov 2015
Perfect location, beautiful rooms, friendly helpful staff, fabulous views, amazing food, wonderful room service, spotlessly clean, really comfortable beds! Brilliant!
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by K HCustomer stayed Nov 2015
Everything here is outstanding from the décor, presentation, cleanliness and top class cuisine. Above all the friendliness, helpfulness and care from all the staff was superb. Highly recommended by me to all wishing to visit Lyme Regis.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Ian JCustomer stayed Feb 2014
Welcoming staff. Beautiful location with rooms, dining room and spacious garden overlooking the sea. One of the loveliest locations we have visited. Excellent food, with imaginative menu.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Michael WCustomer stayed Jun 2013
Top quality, good location with good views of sea, harbour and cobb. Rooms 12 & 15 excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Clive CCustomer stayed May 2013
Fabulous setting, lovely decor, helpful staff, excellent restaurant (food exceptional). Really excellent stay.
Review of Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant
Posted by Max JCustomer stayed Apr 2013
An excellent hotel in a beautiful position with highly professional, yet friendly staff. Food and quality of accommodation are first rate. We enjoyed our special occasion celebration in this excellent hotel. Conveniently placed we were able to take full advantage of walks, views and interesting aspects of Lyme Regis and the Jurassic coastline. We would also recommend at trip to West Bay near Bridport.
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