Curated luxury hotels in East Sussex

Once an ancient monastery, The Star and Eagle Hotel dates back to the 14th century. It offers charming accommodation in the Kent countryside, 20 minutes’ drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Much of the old stonework is still visible throughout the building, and guests can admire the exposed brickwork, wooden beams, and an open log fire while dining in the restaurant.

A wide-ranging menu is available, including tapas, seafood and meat, and there are vegetarian options to choose from. Guests can also dine outdoors, with picturesque views of the surrounding Kentish Weald.

Rooms at The Star and Eagle have carpeted floors, seating areas and TVs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and free private parking is possible on site.

Situated just 3 miles from the A21, the hotel is a 35-minute drive from the historic coastal town of Hastings. Maidstone is just a 25-minute journey by car.

Situated 3 minutes’ walk from the market square and town centre of Petworth, The Angel Inn is a refurbished inn with medieval origins. Its unspoilt bar features ships beams, wooden and slate floors, stone walls and 3 fireplaces, one of which is used to spit-roast joints of meat. Guests also benefit from free on-site parking.

An en suite bath or shower room is provided in each room at The Angel Inn, as well as free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are also included, and most rooms have a high-pressure shower.

A selection of starters and main courses are served in the inn’s restaurant, and ingredients are locally sourced where possible.

The property is located within the South Downs National Park, which means a wide range of activities are available within the local area, such as hiking, cycling and horse riding. The National Trust site of Petworth House is a 5-minute walk from the inn and features a collection of artwork and a scenic garden.

With its unique seafront position, in the village of Felpham, the Beachcroft Hotel offers a heated indoor swimming pool, a gourmet restaurant and a bar. Wi-Fi and parking are free.

Each bedroom at the Best Western Beachcroft Hotel is decorated in natural colours. The rooms benefit from an en suite bath or shower room with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms have sea views

The Best Western Beachcroft Hotel Restaurant serves fine food for lunch and dinner. Guests can order lighter snacks at the bar/lounge and a full English breakfast is served every morning.

Littlehampton Golf Club, Pagham Harbour and Harbour Park are just about 5 miles from the hotel. Chichester, with its shops and cathedral, is 7 miles away.

Set in Bognor Regis, 1.7 km from Bognor Regis Train Station, Beach Hut Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

The units come with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobes.

At Beach Hut Suites guests are welcome to take advantage of an indoor swimming pool. You can play billiards and table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Chichester Train Station is 12 km from the accommodation, while Chichester Cathedral is 12 km away. Southampton Airport is 65 km from the property.

Located in Chichester, The Goodwood Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Goodwood and Goodwood Golf Club. This golf hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Goodwood Motor Circuit and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from South Downs National Park.

With a stay at Harbour Hotel Chichester in Chichester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Goodwood Motor Circuit and South Downs National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Chichester Castle and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Chichester Guildhall Museum.

Conveniently placed on the A272 in the middle of Sussex countryside, this historic 5-star country inn encapsulates a balance between modern sensibility and rustic charm.

Halfway between Midhurst and Petworth, Halfway Bridge is suitably isolated for a weekend break in the beautiful South Downs National Park.

With its 5 open fires, the modern AA Rosette award winning restaurant presents a warm atmosphere reminiscent of its 17th-century roots. The menu features local ingredients and produce from London markets. The restaurant is also recommended in the Michelin Guide 2014. In the morning, a continental breakfast or a freshly prepared full English breakfast are on offer.

Its location is also convenient for links to Guildford, Portsmouth, Crawley and Chichester. The leisure resorts of Bognor Regis, Worthing and Brighton are also just a short distance away.

With a stay at The Royal Oak in Chichester, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Goodwood Motor Circuit and 7 minutes from South Downs National Park. This luxury inn is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Goodwood and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Thorney Island.

With a stay at The White Horse in Chichester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Goodwood Motor Circuit and South Downs National Park. This luxury hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Uppark and 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from West Sussex Falconry.

Set in Chichester, 8.3 km from Chichester Train Station, The Crab & Lobster offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from Chichester Cathedral.

All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

Guests at The Crab & Lobster can enjoy a continental or a Full English/Irish breakfast.

Goodwood Motor Circuit is 12 km from the accommodation, while Chichester Harbour is 12 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 61 km away.

With a stay at The George in Rye, you'll be centrally located in Rye, within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and Lamb House. This boutique hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Anthony of Padua and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Rye Heritage Centre.

With a stay at Champneys Forest Mere in Liphook, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Liphook Golf Club. This spa hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Hollycombe Steam Collection and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Old Thorns Golf Course.

Situated 500 metres from Chichester Cathedral, East Walls Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Chichester and has a garden, a terrace and a bar. The property is set 4 km from Goodwood Motor Circuit, 5.3 km from Goodwood House and 9 km from Goodwood Racecourse. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Chichester Train Station.

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a garden view. The rooms in East Walls Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

The breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options.

Bognor Regis Train Station is 10 km from the accommodation, while Chichester Harbour is 13 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 55 km away.

With a stay at The Ship Inn in Rye, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and Rye Heritage Centre. This bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lamb House and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Landgate.

With a stay at The White Hart, South Harting in Petersfield, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Uppark. This upscale inn is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Goodwood Motor Circuit and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Goodwood House.

Featuring a restaurant, bar, garden and free high-speed WiFi, Purchases Restaurant is located in Chichester, 300 metres from Chichester Cathedral and 4 km from Goodwood Motor Circuit. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hotel features family rooms.

All rooms are located on the 2nd floor.

All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

Continental and buffet breakfast options are available daily at Purchases Restaurant.

Goodwood Festival of Speed is 6 km from the accommodation, while Goodwood House is 6 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 52 km from Purchases Restaurant.
The nearest paid parking is St Cyriacs , Chichester,PO19 1AJ.

With a stay at The Kings Head Rye in Rye, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and 1066 Country Walk. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Landgate and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rye Art Gallery.

Located in Rye, The Gallivant is by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Camber Sands and 8 minutes from High Weald. This inn is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Pett Level Beach.

With a stay at The New Inn in Icklesham, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Camber Sands and Church of St Thomas a Becket. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St. Thomas the Martyr and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from High Weald.

With a stay at The Fox Goes Free in Chichester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Goodwood Motor Circuit and South Downs National Park. This inn is 13.1 mi (21 km) from Arundel Castle and Gardens and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Weald and Downland Open Air Museum.