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The Sefton

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with indoor pool

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Interior
Interior detail
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is £98
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean views, open daily

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Atrium)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Ocean views, open daily

Double Room (Atrium)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Harris Promenade, Douglas, England, IM1 2RW

What's nearby

  • Douglas Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gaiety Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tynwald - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Manx Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palace Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Douglas Ferry Station - 10 min walk
  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jaks Bar & Steakhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Woodbourne - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Chippy & Diner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sam Webbs - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Sefton

Upscale hotel by the sea
At The Sefton, you can look forward to a library, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, Ayurvedic treatments or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site Asian cuisine restaurant, Bonzai, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a health club and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
  • A computer station, a vending machine and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 102 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bonzai
  • Sir Normans

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the beach

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 5.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 4 per night
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Sefton Douglas
Sefton Hotel
Sefton Hotel Douglas
The Sefton Hotel
The Sefton Douglas
The Sefton Hotel Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sefton have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sefton?

As of 4 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sefton on 27 Jul 2025 start from £97.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Sefton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sefton?

Self-parking is available for GBP 4 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Sefton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Sefton?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Sefton located?

Located in Douglas, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre, just steps away from Gaiety Theatre and Douglas Beach. Manx Museum and Tynwald are also within 10 minutes. Douglas Ferry Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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The Sefton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 494 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Central location with excellent atrium rooms with balconies and an especially good quality breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Brilliant property and nicely situated. Staff brilliant, breakfasts excellent. Would stay again without doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent location near shops, eating places and attractions. The Atrium was unique and it was wonderful having a balcony overlooking the courtyard. Superb breakfast and would Bonzai, the restaurant attached to the botel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

I had a room in the atrium lovely large room with balcony.I think bathrooms had been upgraded they were spotless.Staff were really friendly.A lot cheaper than Premier Inn
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

The location is great. The room and bathroom were large. It could use a refresh to return it to its prior grandeur. It was clearly once a grand hotel. The atrium would be a great place for bar service. It met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

A lovely hotel. Breakfasts were excellent with a very extensive menu. The swimming pool was beautiful. We had a very large balcony overlooking the atrium. There were free water bottles daily and a good sized fridge. A very central location. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Second time at hotel very pleased
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Nice hotel ... possibly in need of some tlc .. but nice fiendly staff, ..good breakfasts.. and nice room onto the interior atrium
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The room was good and the balcony over the internal atrium was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel that has some really good recent refurbs, great hotel bar and food and entertainment, breakfast as always fabulous 👌 We stayed in an Atrium room, lovely, would recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Check in was quick and easy and very central for bars and restaurants. The hotel restaurant and bar were very good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Very impressed with the quiet and the good sleep that I got. The bed was marvellous and the view of the indoor garden
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Overwhelmed by this hotel and island. From the moment of check in by 2 lovely ladies we received an Atrium room which was an absolute delight. Newly refurbished rooms and a little balcony with chairs to sit out overlooking an indoor garden with lots of natural light. We don’t want to leave it’s been the best trip 🙏
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very friendly staff, private, quiet swimming pool. Very comfortable room with see view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

I was staying on my own for business, they looked after me so well, nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed in the older part of the hotel which was a little run down, but we had a spacious room, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good, lovely view from the restaurant. Great location and staff really helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We loved our stay at the Sefton. The location was perfect as we walked to our planned destinations. Wonderful breakfasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Very happy about my stay and will be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Good few days away excellent staff especially Margaret and wan.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10

Close to center of town
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10

Property is not a 4 star property. It is tired looking and bedrooms need an update. Not impressed with the mould around the bath and definitely not for a 4 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel, great location on the sea front. Felt very relaxing there and breakfast was very good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Good hotel near the centre of Dougles ,great staff and great food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely stay, loved the atrium.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024