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The Bank Hotel & Bistro

The Bank Hotel & Bistro
3.0 star property
St Leonards-On-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Bank Hotel & Bistro
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 14.00 per person)

Royal Victoria Hotel

Royal Victoria Hotel
3.0 star property
St Leonards-On-Sea
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (709 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family fun by the sea with tennis and park adventures just minutes away from this Victorian hotel.
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Royal Victoria Hotel
Miscellaneous

Wellington Hotel

Wellington Hotel
3.0 star property
Seaford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (411 reviews)
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Wellington Hotel
Reception

The Royal Oak Hotel

The Royal Oak Hotel
3.0 star property
Hawkhurst
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
The Royal Oak Hotel
Bar (on property)

The Blacksmith's Arms Halland

The Blacksmith's Arms Halland
3.0 star property
Lewes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
The Blacksmith's Arms Halland
Daily full breakfast (GBP 20 per person)

The Relais Cooden Beach

The Relais Cooden Beach
4.0 star property
Bexhill-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (494 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family fun at this Edwardian beachfront hotel, where kids can play by the sea while parents enjoy spa treatments and British cuisine.
The price is £140
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Relais Cooden Beach
Smart TV, DVD player, books

Hidden gem with hot tub and tennis court in idyllic East Sussex countryside .

Hidden gem with hot tub and tennis court in idyllic East Sussex countryside .
Hellingly /Hailsham
7.6 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
The price is £598
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hidden gem with hot tub and tennis court in idyllic East Sussex countryside .
Daily full breakfast (GBP 25 per person)

Crafted at Powdermills

Crafted at Powdermills
4.0 star property
Battle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (221 reviews)
The price is £240
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Crafted at Powdermills
Exterior detail

The Bell in Ticehurst

The Bell in Ticehurst
4.0 star property
Wadhurst
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (154 reviews)
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Bell in Ticehurst
Exterior

Remodelled luxury Farmhouse retreat nestled in beautiful honeypot area.

Remodelled luxury Farmhouse retreat nestled in beautiful honeypot area.
Friston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is £1,742
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Remodelled luxury Farmhouse retreat nestled in beautiful honeypot area.
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Family friendly things to do in St Leonards-On-Sea

St Leonards-On-Sea is a delightful coastal town that offers a variety of family-friendly activities sure to entertain both children and adults alike. Start your adventure at the beautiful St Leonards Gardens, where kids can explore the spacious lawns, enjoy the playground, and discover the hidden nooks and crannies of this splendid Victorian park. Just a short stroll away, the beach beckons families with its golden sands and safe swimming areas, perfect for a day of building sandcastles or enjoying a picnic by the sea. For a splash of culture, the De La Warr Pavilion hosts numerous family-friendly events, exhibitions, and performances throughout the year, ensuring there’s something new to experience on every visit. If your family enjoys cycling, the scenic cycle paths along the seafront provide a fantastic way to explore the area while keeping everyone active. Finally, don’t miss a visit to the nearby Hastings Adventure Golf, where the whole family can enjoy a round of mini-golf amidst whimsical themes and challenges. When it comes to accommodation, consider staying in one of the charming hotels along the seafront, where you’ll find family-centric services and spacious rooms that cater to your needs. These hotels not only provide convenient access to all these attractions but also offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ensuring your family feels pampered throughout your stay.

Find the best family friendly hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea

St Leonards-On-Sea offers a charming selection of family-friendly hotels, perfect for creating memorable experiences with your loved ones. Each of these properties provides amenities that cater specifically to families, ensuring comfort and convenience during your stay.

Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings

  • Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: For a blend of relaxation and family-friendly amenities, Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings stands out with an excellent guest review rating of 8.6. This hotel features free cribs and a child-friendly window design, ensuring safety and comfort for the little ones as parents unwind in the serene spa facilities. The indoor pool is also a highlight, perfect for family fun regardless of the weather.
  • Other amenities: The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast, ensuring a hearty start to each day. Guests can also enjoy a range of wellness treatments, including manicures, pedicures, and massages, allowing for relaxation while the kids are entertained. With connecting rooms available, larger families can enjoy the convenience of staying close together. The expansive garden provides a lovely outdoor space for relaxation and play.
  • Nearby attractions: High Weald - 2.1 km, St Leonard, Hollington -Church-in-the-Wood - 3.7 km, Alexandra Park - 4.2 km

The Bank Hotel & Bistro

  • Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: The Bank Hotel & Bistro is an excellent family-friendly option with a solid review rating of 8.4. This hotel offers children’s breakfast options and kids' meals in the restaurant, ensuring that dining is enjoyable for all family members. The child-friendly window design adds an extra layer of safety, making it a reassuring choice for families with young children.
  • Other amenities: Located near a beautiful sandy beach, guests can easily enjoy seaside activities. The hotel also provides free toiletries for added convenience. The restaurant boasts ocean views, creating a lovely dining atmosphere. Families can take advantage of the nearby beach for fun-filled days under the sun.
  • Nearby attractions: Warrior Square Gardens - 0.1 km, Hastings Beach - 0.1 km, Hastings Pier - 0.7 km

Royal Victoria Hotel

  • Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: The Royal Victoria Hotel is a fantastic choice for families, a guest review rating of 8.0. This hotel features amenities designed for younger guests, such as cribs and children’s breakfast options, ensuring the little ones are well taken care of. With its beachfront location, families can enjoy easy access to the beach, making it a delightful getaway for both parents and children.
  • Other amenities: Guests can relax on the terrace, with nearby parking options available for added convenience. The hotel also offers a restaurant serving kids' meals, ensuring that dining is enjoyable for all ages. For active families, windsurfing and tennis are available nearby and onsite respectively, providing plenty of opportunities for fun and exercise during your stay.
  • Nearby attractions: St Leonards Gardens - 0.1 km, Warrior Square Gardens - 0.7 km, Hastings Beach - 0.9 km

Top St Leonards-On-Sea Hotel Reviews

The View Hotel

The View Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Tried a few hotels in Eastbourne but The View is the best. Great service friendly staff. Breakfast staff are lovely. As is the breakfast. Good gym. I do think the bar menu needs reviewing. The restaurant isn’t always open either. But nice restaurants around. "
Tony 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The View Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best family-friendly hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea?
For a delightful family getaway in St Leonards-On-Sea, the Large luxury lodge available to rentstands out with an impressive rating of 9.8. This stunning lodge not only offers a spacious and secure yard, making it superb for children to play but also features a well-equipped kitchen and a lovely patio for family meals outdoors.

Another great option is the Royal Victoria Hotel, a charming 3-star establishment that boasts a review score of 8.0. Families appreciate the clean and comfortable rooms, as well as the helpful staff who go the extra mile. The hotel includes amenities like cribs and a children's menu in the restaurant, ensuring that your little ones are well catered for during your stay. Plus, the stunning sea views add an extra touch of magic to your family holiday.

If you're looking for a bit more luxury, consider the Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings, rated 8.6. This 4-star hotel offers connecting rooms for larger families and a fantastic selection of complimentary breakfasts on weekends, so you can start your day right. The child-friendly window designs ensure safety while enjoying the views, and the delicious food has been highly praised by guests.

Lastly, The Bank Hotel & Bistro, also rated 8.6, is another family-friendly 3-star option that features spacious rooms and excellent breakfast choices. Located near the beach, it offers the ideal setting for a fun family day out by the sea.
Which area of St Leonards-On-Sea is best to stay in for families?
For families visiting St Leonards-On-Sea, the best area to stay in is near the beachfront, particularly around the Marina and Warrior Square.

Staying close to the beachfront offers immediate access to the shingle beach, superb for building sandcastles, skimming stones, and enjoying the fresh sea air. The promenade is flat and ideal for a leisurely stroll or scooting with the little ones, stretching for miles and connecting to Hastings. There are often little kiosks along the way selling ice cream and seaside treats.

The area around Warrior Square boasts beautiful gardens, providing a lovely green space for children to play and for families to relax with a picnic. It's a quieter part of the seafront but still within easy walking distance of local shops and cafes.

You'll find a good selection of casual, family-friendly eateries along the seafront and in the nearby streets, offering everything from fish and chips to pizzas. There are also grocery stores conveniently located for stocking up on snacks and essentials for your accommodation.
How much does a family hotel in St Leonards-On-Sea cost?
Travellers can find great deals on family-friendly St Leonards-On-Sea hotels from £58 with Expedia. You may find hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea that let kids stay for free, which can help you save. There are plenty of factors that can impact the price of family hotels, including location, amenities and the time of year. Sort St Leonards-On-Sea hotels on Expedia by price to see our cheapest prices first.
What are the best St Leonards-On-Sea family-friendly hotels with a pool?
If you're looking for family-friendly hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea with a pool, the Large luxury lodge available to rentis an exceptional choice. Rated an impressive 9.8 by travellers, this lodge not only features a shared outdoor pool, great for those warm afternoons, but also comes equipped with a kitchen, highchair for younger guests, and a secured yard, making it ideal for families seeking both comfort and convenience.

Another great option is the Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings, a charming 4-star hotel with a fantastic indoor pool. With a solid review rating of 8.6, guests rave about the delicious food and attentive service. The hotel also has features friendly for families such as free cribs, connecting rooms, and complimentary breakfast on weekends, ensuring that both parents and children have a delightful stay.
What are the top-rated luxury family hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea?
Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings is a fantastic choice for families seeking luxury in St Leonards-On-Sea, boasting an excellent traveller rating of 8.6. This 4-star hotel combines comfort with convenience, offering free cribs and child-friendly window designs, ensuring a safe and enjoyable stay for families with young children.

Guests rave about the delicious and high-quality food available at the hotel, complemented by excellent service from the attentive staff. Families will appreciate the option of connecting rooms, allowing for more space and flexibility during their stay.

Additionally, the hotel provides a complimentary breakfast on weekends, ensuring that everyone starts the day off right.
Which cheap kid-friendly hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea do travellers love?
The Royal Victoria Hotel is a charming 3-star option that families absolutely adore, boasting a friendly setting and a variety of amenities tailored for younger guests. With a restaurant offering kids' meals and the option of suites, this hotel caters to families looking for comfort and convenience. Guests rave about the cleanliness of the rooms and the helpfulness of the staff, all while enjoying stunning sea views nearby. With a traveller rating of 8.0, it's a reliable choice for those seeking quality on a budget.

Another favourite among families is The Bank Hotel & Bistro, also rated at 3 stars but earning an impressive 8.6 from guests. This hotel features child-friendly window designs and offers complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for families. Its proximity to the beach is a bonus, allowing for easy access to seaside fun. Visitors frequently mention the excellent breakfast and great service, making it an ideal spot for families looking to enjoy a delightful stay in St Leonards-On-Sea.
Which St Leonards-On-Sea family-friendly hotels welcome pets?
The Royal Victoria Hotel in St Leonards-On-Sea is a charming 3-star family-friendly hotel that warmly welcomes pets, making it an ideal choice for those travelling with furry companions. With an excellent review score of 8.0, guests consistently praise the helpful staff and the cleanliness of the rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for both families and their pets.

This hotel offers various amenities that cater to families, including suites that provide more space for everyone to relax. The on-site restaurant even offers kids' meals, making dining convenient for families. Moreover, the stunning sea views create a lovely backdrop for your stay, and with the beach nearby, you can enjoy seaside strolls with your pets.
Which family-friendly hotels are in central St Leonards-On-Sea?
If you're looking for family-friendly hotels in central St Leonards-On-Sea, the Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings is a fantastic option. This 4-star hotel, with an excellent review score of 8.6, offers amenities tailored for families, such as free cribs and connecting rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your little ones. Guests rave about the delicious food and great service, making it a wonderful choice for families seeking quality dining experiences.

Another impressive choice is the Large Luxury Lodge available for rent, which boasts an exceptional rating of 9.8. Ideal for families, this lodge features a fully equipped kitchen, a secured yard, and delightful outdoor spaces like a patio and porch, superb for little explorers to roam freely.

For a more casual stay, The Bank Hotel & Bistro, rated 8.6, is a charming 3-star hotel that offers child-friendly window designs and provides kids' meals. The clean, spacious rooms and excellent breakfast options make it a beloved spot among families, and its convenient location near the beach adds to its appeal.

Lastly, the Royal Victoria Hotel, also a 3-star establishment with an 8.0 rating, is another worthy contender. Here, families can enjoy stunning sea views and access to a restaurant that caters to children. The helpful staff and clean rooms ensure a pleasant experience for families visiting the area.
Is St Leonards-On-Sea a family-friendly destination?
Yes, St Leonards-On-Sea is a lovely family-friendly destination, offering a charming seaside experience with plenty of space for children to play and explore.

The town boasts a wonderful promenade that's great for family strolls, cycling, or scooting, leading directly to the expansive pebble beach. Here, children can spend hours building pebble towers, searching for interesting shells, or simply enjoying the fresh sea air. There are also several green spaces and playgrounds dotted along the seafront, providing opportunities for active play.

St Leonards-On-Sea is known for its independent shops and cafes, many of which are very welcoming to families. You'll find plenty of casual eateries offering delicious, kid-friendly options, as well as charming ice cream parlours for a sweet treat. The town centre is quite walkable, making it easy to explore on foot, and there are local grocery stores if you need to stock up on essentials for your accommodation.
What family-friendly activities should we do in St Leonards-On-Sea?
Some of the best family-friendly activities in St Leonards-On-Sea include enjoying the seafront and exploring the local parks.

The St Leonards seafront offers a lovely promenade superb for a family stroll or a cycle ride, with flat paths providing easy access for prams and little legs. You can enjoy building sandcastles on the shingle beach or searching for interesting pebbles. There are also several casual cafes dotted along the front where you can grab a cuppa or an ice cream.

Warrior Square Gardens is a beautiful green space just a stone's throw from the seafront, featuring well-maintained lawns and colourful flowerbeds. It's a wonderful spot for a picnic or for children to run around and play freely. You'll often find families enjoying the open space here.

Grosvenor Gardens, another charming park in St Leonards, offers a delightful playground designed for various age groups, ensuring plenty of fun for younger visitors. The park is also surrounded by residential streets, making it a pleasant and accessible place for a family outing.
What are the best family hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea that have a spa?
Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings is a delightful 4-star family-friendly option in St Leonards-On-Sea, boasting an impressive review score of 8.6. This hotel combines comfort and relaxation, making it great for families seeking a rejuvenating getaway.

The hotel's spa facilities offer a full-service experience, including massages, facials, and a variety of body treatments, ensuring that parents can unwind while kids are catered for with amenities like free cribs and child-friendly window designs. Guests rave about the delicious food and attentive service, making dining a pleasure for the whole family.

Moreover, Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings provides connecting rooms, allowing families to stay close while enjoying privacy. Complimentary breakfast on weekends adds to the convenience, making it an ideal choice for those who value quality and comfort in their stay.
Are there any great family hotels in St Leonards-On-Sea with a gym?
Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings is a fantastic choice for families seeking a comfortable stay in St Leonards-On-Sea. This 4-star hotel not only has a friendly setting but also features a well-equipped gym, making it ideal for parents wanting to maintain their fitness routine while away.

Travellers have raved about the delicious food and great service provided by the attentive staff, ensuring a delightful dining experience for the whole family. The hotel is particularly family-friendly, offering amenities such as free cribs and a child-friendly window design, which are superb for accommodating younger guests.

Additionally, families will value the convenience of connecting rooms and complimentary breakfast on weekends, allowing everyone to start the day right before heading out for local adventures.
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