Royal Victoria Hotel, St Leonards-on-Sea ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, United Kingdom, TN38 0BD

Royal Victoria Hotel, a historic establishment in St Leonards-on-Sea, has hosted over 500 distinguished guests, including members of the Royal Family. Its striking Grade II listed architecture and period furnishings add to its charm. The hotel offers a unique blend of traditional hospitality and modern conveniences. Situated near the picturesque St Leonards Gardens, it serves as a noteworthy landmark in the seaside town.

Location

Located in St Leonards-on-Sea, the Royal Victoria Hotel is easily accessible, with fast road and rail links connecting to most UK areas. The hotel is a short walk from the town center and local attractions, including the historical sites of Hastings. Limited on-site parking is available, with additional free on-street parking options nearby.

Rooms

The Royal Victoria Hotel features 50 spacious en-suite bedrooms, each uniquely decorated to reflect the hotel's period character. Many rooms offer stunning sea views or overlook the tranquil St Leonards Gardens. Guests can choose from a variety of room types, including suites with separate lounge areas and family accommodations. Accessibility is prioritized, with most rooms suitable for wheelchair access.

Eat & Drink

The Sea Terrace Restaurant provides a selection of traditional and international cuisines, complemented by spectacular views of the English Channel. Signature offerings include a popular Sunday Lunch Carvery featuring Chef's Roasts and homemade desserts. The Piano Bar serves light meals and drinks, with a Menu available from midday to late evening.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts several well-appointed meeting rooms, accommodating up to 150 delegates, making it suitable for conferences and events. The versatile function spaces are complemented by modern audiovisual equipment and catering options. Guests can also enjoy leisure amenities, including the Piano Lounge and various dining choices on-site.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room Sea View

Max:

4 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Triple Room Sea View

Max:

3 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Sea view

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Double Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

St Leonards-on-Sea500 m

Airports

London Gatwick (LGW) 92.2 km

London City (LCY) 111.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Bedrooms

“The bed in my room was incredibly comfortable, complemented by very nice pillows that ensured a great night's sleep.” view full review

Excellent Breakfast

“Breakfast was truly excellent with a wide variety of delicious dishes, all served in a very clean dining room.” view full review

Reliable WiFi

“The WiFi worked flawlessly during my work Zoom meetings, allowing for a smooth and productive experience.” view full review

Charming Décor

“The hotel embodies a charming 'faded grandeur' that adds to its character, making it feel like a special place from a past age.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, United Kingdom, TN38 0BD

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Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, United Kingdom, TN38 0BD

City landmarks

Castle

Hastings Castle

2.2 km

Harbour

Hastings Pier

4.4 km

Garden

Warrior Square Gardens

3.7 km

Beach

Bottle Alley

4.0 km

Park

Alexandra Park

2.2 km

Church

St John the Evangelist's Church

620 m

Museum

Smugglers Adventure

2.6 km

Church

Holy Trinity Hastings

1.6 km

Train Station

Hastings Miniature Railway

2.5 km

Claremont

The America Ground

1.6 km

Park

Summerfields Woods

1.6 km

West St Leonards Station Footbridge

Bopeep Junction signal box

920 m

Sea Road

Grosvenor Gardens

1.6 km

High Street

Old Town Hastings

2.8 km

Museum

The Amsterdam Shipwreck

3.0 km

Museum

Flower Makers Museum

2.6 km

Museum

Hastings Fishermen's Museum

2.9 km

Filsham Reedbed Nature Reserve

1.7 km

Library

Hastings Library

1.6 km

Garden

Bohemia Walled Garden

6.3 km

Pelham Pl

Hastings Adventure Golf

2.3 km

White Rock

1.5 km

Event hall

The Observer Building

2.3 km

Source BMX

1.5 km

Mall

Priory Meadow Shopping Centre

2.0 km

St. Leonards On Sea Beach

2.7 km

A259

Hastings Beach

3.7 km

Museum

The True CRIME Museum

4.6 km

Gallery

Hastings Museum and Art Gallery

6.2 km

Nearby

Maze Hill

Burton St Leonards

50 m

Restaurants

The Edge

60 m

44 Marina

Poffley's coffee shop

3.1 km

40A Marina St Leonards on Sea

Pizzarelli

190 m

12 Marine Court St Leonards

The 33rd Cafe Bar

440 m

39 Norman Road

Chinese town

570 m

27 London Road Leonards-On-Sea

Blue Fish

560 m

31 London Road St Leonards on Sea

Dellas Chicken

550 m

19 London Road

Tacos Restaurant

560 m

375 London Road

Baghettos Lunch and snack bar

520 m

15A Norman Road

Goat Ledge

3.7 km

Lower Promenade Warrior Square Lower Promenade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Breakfast

View

Traffic Noise

Dining Prices

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.1

Location

8.4

Service

7.7

Dining

6.6

Lewis

United States, May 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms offered a fantastic sea view but needed updating, especially the carpet. However, a mix-up with the bed configuration caused some inconvenience during my stay. The service was friendly and caring, particularly helpful during a difficult time, but there were minor issues with room amenities. The location was superb with a stunning seafront view, yet there were some lapses in room cleanliness and parking availability. The dining experience was satisfactory, although the timing was inconvenient for late risers. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement in certain areas.

Rooms

7.0

The room had a great view of the sea, but it needed some updating, especially the carpet. However, a mix-up with the bed configuration caused me to move rooms.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and caring, particularly understanding during a challenging time. Some room amenities were lacking.

Location

8.0

The location on the seafront in Hastings was superb, offering a lovely outlook onto the sea, but there were some issues with room cleanliness and parking availability.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, although the breakfast timing was limited. The buffet was tasty but could offer more options. Pricing for children could be more reasonable.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, with a spacious dining area and fresh pancakes. However, improvements could be made in housekeeping and parking facilities.

Jim

United States, March 2024

7.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, with beautiful and spacious rooms that felt more like a flat than a typical hotel room. The breakfast was really nice. However, the traffic noise from the A259 was a downside to the otherwise great location by the sea.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautiful, spacious, and clean, feeling more like a whole flat than just a hotel room.

Service

8.0

The staff were pleasant, friendly, and attentive, always ready to help, but not overly intrusive. They even sorted out a booking glitch for us.

Location

7.0

While the hotel's location by the sea was great, it was slightly marred by the traffic noise from the A259.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a little disappointing, with overpriced options and a lack of fresh fruit during my stay.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were decent, with a restaurant serving good food at a reasonable cost.

Breakfast

Traffic Noise

Aaron

United States, January 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the Royal Victoria was a mix of highs and lows. The hotel's location right on the promenade was perfect, and the spacious room easily accommodated four adults. However, the absence of free hotel parking was a bit of a hassle as we had to search for street parking. The stained glass window on the stairway added charm but needed some cleaning.

Rooms

8.0

The room was hot and stuffy at first, but once we adjusted the temperature, it was perfect. The size was ideal for four adults.

Service

7.0

The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful, with warm personalities that made us feel at home. However, the table at which we were seated for breakfast was covered in toast crumbs, so we had to clean it ourselves.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel is superb, slightly away from the bustle of Hastings but right on the seafront. The calming sound of the waves added to the charm, especially if you're lucky enough to have a sea view.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit of a mixed bag. Although the food was of a high standard with a good selection, we had to ask for every item despite filling in a form.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had a lovely restaurant and bar area, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Frederick

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms, with very nice and helpful service. The location is superb, right on the seafront, providing a calming atmosphere. The dining experience may have some issues, but the facilities overall are satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The high step into the room was a slight inconvenience, but once inside, the triple room I received for free was clean and spacious.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to assist me during my stay, from room service to housekeeping. They were absolutely fabulous.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is superb, right on the seafront with the calming sound of the waves. There were minor issues, like the traffic noise from the A259.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the food was delicious and the staff helpful, there were some concerns about the quality of the dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The overall facilities were satisfactory, offering necessary services for a comfortable stay.

Great location

Minor cleanliness issues

Larry

United States, September 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located, offering a mix of positive and negative aspects. The rooms are spacious, though overshadowed by the front hotel sign. Service encounters range from enjoyable interactions to minor issues. The location, rich in history, provides stunning views but could use better maintenance. Dining options vary from satisfactory to cold and unappetizing experiences.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was bigger than I expected, despite being located downstairs with wardrobe cupboards somewhat overshadowed by the front hotel sign.

Service

6.0

The service was a mix of wonderful interactions and minor issues like comments during credit card payment or dealing with drink license and fire safety problems.

Location

8.0

The location, overlooking the sea and promenade, is perfect for exploring St Leonards and Hastings, rich in historical significance.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience offered buffet-style options but ranged from the usual 'English' cooked offerings to cold and unappetizing dishes.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel features various amenities but could benefit from some improvements for an enhanced guest experience.

Oliver

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.4/10

I had an amazing stay at the Royal Victoria. The rooms were beyond expectations, and the breakfast was very good. The location right on the promenade was wonderful. However, the dark and depressing music needs improving.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms at the Royal Victoria were perfect. I couldn't have asked for better. The view from my room was stunning, overlooking the promenade.

Service

8.0

The staff at reception were welcoming, warm, and friendly. They immediately addressed our concerns and made sure we were comfortable. However, the comment made about taking money could have been more tactful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is amazing, right on the promenade with a stunning view. It's a short walk to the center of St Leonards, and the free parking is a great bonus. Just some improvements needed with the atmosphere created by the music.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was generous with lots of choices, good value for money, but the pricing of some items could be more reasonable. The buffet style breakfast was delicious with plenty of options.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities were good. The bar and piano bar provided a nice atmosphere, and the cleanliness of the tables could be improved.

Stuart

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers perfect, large, comfortable rooms with a great sea view, clean and decent-sized accommodations with the requested sea view, and an amazing upper-level room accessed by a spiral staircase boasting the best sea views in St Leonards. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the location is fantastic, next to the sea and only a short walk from all the fun in Hastings. The dining experience, though not very warm or fresh in terms of food, allows guests to enjoy drinks and lunch at the piano bar with their furry friends. Overall, the facilities are well-maintained, making for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were perfect, large, and comfortable, with a great sea view.

Service

8.0

The staff went out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay, with polite, helpful, and friendly service.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, right next to the sea, offering a perfect setting for a relaxing stay.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mixed, with plentiful and well-cooked dishes, but some items lacked freshness and warmth.