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2 out of 5
St Benedict B&B
81 Pevensey Road, St Leonards-On-Sea, England

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dominic

Unique experience with fantastic Victorian interior
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from paul on 14 Dec 2023
many thanks for your review!Paul

8/10 Good

Father Joseph

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and they accommodated my need , thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from paul on 31 Oct 2022
Thanks for your review Beverley. We hope to see you again sometime.

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were greeted by Paul, who showed us the house and our room and then welcomed us with a pot of tea and cake which he served in the lounge. It is such a unique property with so many fascinating pieces of art, ornaments and furniture. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this B&B
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from paul on 31 Oct 2022
thank you for your lovely review Joanna. We hope you will return sometime!

8/10 Good

noshir

Liked: Staff & service
A unique place with character but room to improve
This is a nice place full of old world charm and very different. It is well located for Hastings (10 min drive) and walkable to St Leonards (steep hill up from the beach). Breakfast was very good. Areas where it could improve: 1. The welcome / check in from Paul was efficient but not friendly, nor whenever we saw him. His partner at breakfast next morning was much more cheerful 2. It was our anniversary and I had previously advised the hotel but no response or mention of this by the hotel nor effort to provide anything to acknowledge this 3. Our room was nice but no TV, en-suite toilet/shower and the bath also had no shower which was not ideal 4. There is no easy parking on site but on street parking is fine but perhaps mention this, pre booking Overall, nice enough but you should be aware of what you are getting before you book to make an informed decision (personal choice but I would not book a place without en-suite facilities)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique experience
Amazing place to stay. Atmospheric and one of a kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Five star Victorian surroundings….
St Benedict’s needs to be seen to be believed! Absolutely fantastic place, you feel like you are staying in a Victorian dolls house (in a good way) Beautiful breakfast with quality sausage & bacon, served in meticulous surroundings by people who really care about what they do.
Very comfortable bed
Decor
Beautiful painted panels leading to the dressing room and en suite shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from Paul on 21 Dec 2021
Very many thanks Tanya for your lovely review of your stay here. We are so glad you enjoyed everything and we hope you will be back soon. Happy Christmas! Best wishes Paul and Aleksandr

10/10 Excellent

Karlos, Nottingham

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Without going into the fine detail (of which there is simply too much), this place is amazing ! Without doubt the most interesting place I think I have ever stayed in. Comfort, ameneties and breakfast second to none. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Response from Paul on 24 Nov 2020
Hello Karlos Thank you so much for your lovely review, it makes all the difference. We enjoyed meeting you both and hope you will return sometime soon. Best wishes Paul

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
My boyfriend and I loved our stay and will be recommending to anyone who is thinking of a trip to St Leonard’s. The bnb is decorated beautifully - the level of attention to detail is superb all of which is curated outstandingly. The service was excellent and our host was super helpful with local information. Our room and all amenities provided were of an excellent standard which ensured that our stay was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Paul on 2 Mar 2020
Hello Jamie Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was great to meet you and Ed and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the place. Regrettably Ed’s silver chain has not turned up - I did have a good look around. Do come again! Best wishes Paul and Stephen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good would visit again. Most enjoyable stay. Unusual but very interesting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Paul on 28 Feb 2020
Thank you very much for your review. Do come again!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable warm place to stay, and an Antique treasure trove. Many thanks Paul and Steven
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Paul on 25 Feb 2020
Many thanks Janine for your lovely review. Do come again. It was great to welcome you here. Best wishes Paul and Stephen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of a kind
One of a kind B&B with an amazing breakfast and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Richard

We never stayed it was done to 1880s No mod cons and looked like the house the munsters lived in Very spooky my other half was spooked by all the stuffed birds above and around the bed No fridge no telly Luke warm tap water in bottles by bed No en-suite and up five flights of steps Not suitable for us but may suite others
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very tranquil.
The room was very tranquil.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine, Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel
This hotel is an absolute gem. It will not fail to please. The attention to detail in the whole house is incredible. A friendly warm welcome awaits guests. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Response from paul on 3 Jul 2018
Thank you so much Lorraine for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to welcome you here and we hope you will return one day. Best wishes Paul and Stephen

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the most incredible B&B we have ever stayed at. The decor of the home is amazing; we felt like we were back in Victorian times. Every facet of the house is original, right down to the butter knives and salt/pepper shakers. Excellent breakfast and our hosts were kind and full of information. We were able to stay an extra night and felt right at home.
Response from paul on 3 Jul 2018
Thank you so much Donna for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to welcome you here and we hope you will return one day. Best wishes Paul and Stephen

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and full of character
What a beautiful old mansion. It is like stepping back in time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dr F H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Beautiful and Tasteful House
The house was a wonderfully evocative place. Each room looked absolutely wonderful. The various displays were really thought provoking and colourful. The breakfast each morning was superb. The reception and service were the best we have experienced for a very long time. This is a place well worth returning to over and over again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Interesting stay, like stepping back in time. Good service with tea and cakes upon arrival and tea provided in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boutique B&B - like staying in a museum!
Boutique B&B, decorated throughout with a strong passion for all things Victorian. Would recommend if you love antiques.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
High Victorian dream
Character, friendliness, good breakfast and a fascinating location

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, run by owners who care about lot about thier customers and are passionate about thier home.Possibly not for those who like slick modern accommodation. Made to feel at home as a solo traveller, Every part of the house had a personal touch.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
St Leonarnds alternative stay to the norm.
Really warm welcome from everyone here. This place can not make anything as so much effort made. We were given home baked cake & tea. Strong religious theme which was not unpleasant. Large collection of religious Ikons. Incredible decor and attention to detail

10/10 Excellent

christopher, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming. Interesting hotel full of orthodox religious collections. Nice old fashioned rooms

10/10 Excellent

Not Provided, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Victorian victory
I was extremely impressed by this quaint little B&B. The lady who works there (the lovely Kat) is warm and friendly and really makes you feel welcome. The breakfast was very good as was the room. Totally perfect in all areas!

10/10 Excellent

Ian, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A unique experience, excellent host.
This B&B is like nothing I've seen outside a museum – everything from the curtains to the wallpaper to the bathtub are Victorian. The owners have dedicated many years to making this an authentic Victorian experience (with a few 21st century comforts, of course). Paul, the host, was friendly and accommodating, even leaving us tea and cake on our arrival in the living room and a filling full English breakfast to set us for the the next day. If you're fans of this period, you will be in your element.

10/10 Excellent

emma, Nottinghamshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique and great experience.
The house is amazing and a unique experience. The housekeeper Katherine who was the host for our stay was fabulous,friendly knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast and tea and cake on arrive was a very high standard. Would highly recommend a visit.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nicely different
Hard to spot from the main road, Bnb has a church/monastery feel to it, a bit OTT with religious decor. Breakfast badly organised, would work a lot better alacart rather than buffet. I waited 20min for buffet to be re supplied which never happened. Staff are nice tho. Recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing B&B
I stayed at St Benedict for one night while exploring Hastings and Bexhill area. This B&B is something very special. It's almost worth the trip to Hastings just to stay here. The Victorian decor is wonderful. It is really like stepping back into the era. The collection is vast - every inch of the house has so much to discover. The garden is also beautiful. I stayed in the former nursery on the top floor, which now has a large bed and a wonderful view to the ocean. As is often the case with old houses, I had my own bathroom just down the hall rather than ensuite. (A bathrobe was provided.) Note that the bathing arrangements are Victorian also - being a bath without a shower. Breakfast was served in the dining room with all guests seated around the large, beautifully laid dining table. A hot and cold buffet is served using period crockery and utensils. This B&B won't suit those who want all the 'modcons' - no TV here. Don't worry - the rooms have power outlets for charging your modern gadgets and a kettle secreted under a tea cosy. A unique experience. The owners are lovely offering guests advice and lifts when they can.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Arundel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great attention to detail
St Benedict takes you back to Victorian times in all aspects. The house has been furnished with fantastic attention to detail; it's in a quiet location in a very attractive part of St Leonards on Sea. The breakfast was superb. With hindsight, we should have booked the room with the shower, an oversight on my part.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Victorians
If you like history, you will love this place and you will find plenty of treasures there.

6/10 Okay

nancy

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Expected more
We visited the hotel during the owners' absence. We were greeted in a rushed and chaotic manner, but at least did not have to wait half an hour to be met as did other guests.

10/10 Excellent

paul, Folkestone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
Simply brilliant, great hosts, wonderful décor, lots of fun. We arrived in the early evening, pulled the bell pull and entered an enchanting Victorian world that had us smiling all the way to our room. Sea views and the quirky, but charming, bathroom added to our enjoyment, as did the tea and home made Victoria sponge cake served in the sitting room. Breakfast was wonderful and plentiful

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Guest House
Amazing interior with such attention to detail. Very welcoming and homely with a great breakfast. A real experience at a great price

8/10 Good

Justin, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Authentic Victorian experience
Wonderful location in conservation area. Amazing breakfast. Helpful hosts. Home magnificantly restored to Victorian splendour - don't forget to visit the garden!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay with helpful hosts and great breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Angela, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Place
It is obvious from this B&B that the owners have dedicated a lot of time, energy and love into it. It has been restored wonderfully and is full of interesting antiques and objects. It didn't have a shower in the bathroom, which would normally bother me, but I didn't care because I was in such beautiful surroundings, including the roll top bath which I was happy to relax in. Now for the practical stuff - its about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the train station, it looked as though there was off street parking available, the rooms were perfectly clean, the breakfast was great and the owners were very accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Fujipet, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Victorian!
Very unique B&B. Those who are keen about history or Victorian theme, this is the place to be. The B&B can be museum itself with its furnichure and decor. One can experience how people lived in the era.

10/10 Excellent

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special place
We particularly enjoyed the amazing decor. good people, good service. We were made to feel special.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true Victorian experience
Everything, wouldn't stay anywhere else......very well managed,friendly clean, organized and in a perfect location for a quiet stay

10/10 Excellent

Evgenia, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jaw dropping
Really beautiful victorian house holding a wonderful collection of vintage memorabilia. Amazingly decorated interiors, victorian bath, very friendly hosts, best breakfast ever, sea views, very quiet area, walking distance to the station. Very highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Silje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christoph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Paul on 26 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for your review,Christoph. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your tour. Best wishes paul