Da Vinci Eastbourne

Lovely building and nicely renovated. Art Work around the house was really nice. Staff friendly and helpful. Everywhere clean and nicely laid out. Good seating areas. Very reasonable charges. Breakfast (extra charge) good. Negatives: Bathroom - I am under 5ft and in my 70's. There was a full high sided bath in there. Electric over shower looked powerful. I would have struggled to get into the bath but didn't even try as there were no grab rails. I couldn't risk having a bath/shower, wouldn't have felt very safe. The bed was at the most only 20inches high. It was an effort getting onto the bed and even more effort getting up. Great for a younger active person but not suitable for an older or less active person.

This hotel is great. Recently refreshed it was clean and in good order. We had a large room with a sideways sea view and the bathroom was spotless. Wi-Fi was strong with no dropouts. Staff were excellent. The breakfast offered a good choice and it was a bargain. Within 5 minutes you can be on the beach , in a restaurant area near the theatre with an excellent Thai restaurant or in the town centre. Despite plenty of poorly parked cars I never had a problem finding a space and the hotel issued free parking permits. It is sad but most UK seaside resorts now have an evening/night safety problem and it pays to be careful. This hotel is on the right side of the pier and the town centre to avoid those issues.

Clean and Basic, shower wasn’t working properly, Lift was out of order but not notified by the management, and wasn’t given the opportunity to change booking. We were on the 3rd floor. Less able people would have struggled.

Amazing hotel. Warm welcome on arrival. Free parking permit and free WiFi. Lovely building full of art. Room was spacious and clean. Relaxed atmosphere. Lift available. Very tasty cooked to order breakfast which was amazing value. Room had a view of the sea.Highly recommended.

Very small and tight room for two people, but nicely decorated. Parking was free with a permit but was tough to find a spot. Excellent location. Overall a great place to stay for a few nights.

Excellent VFM hotel in a good location. All the staff were super friendly and the breakfast is amazing value. Room was also very large with high ceilings. Annoyingly the family upstairs let their kid run riot and was stomping on the floor most of the night but obviously not the fault of the hotel. Just small issues here and there which is why is was 4 stars overall rather than 5. For example no towels in room when we got there, the properties opposite can see you having a shower and a dead flies on the bed when we got into the room. Other than that it was a good stay and would recommend

The fact that there's no grab rails around the shower and no slip mat could be dangerous for anyone who is disabled

A Victorian hotel with Lift. Great customized breakfast and very helpful staff.

Nice hotel. Only issue was parking. Unlike advertised it doesnt have its own car park. However they do issue permits. Just have to park on street near by!

On arrival i was originally given top floor room unfortunately lift was out of order and after explaining my knee issues i have the front of house staff member immediately swapped my room to a ground floor without any problems.

If you need to stay for one or two nights and there are no other options only … The location is okay. The bathroom is dirty, with mold everywhere on the taps, tiles, and shower. To turn on the hot water, you have to fight with the electric heater in the shower. There is no fridge, drinking water, or even teaspoons. The bed and lamps are covered in dust and someone’s hair. The windows also have black mold. Overall, the room is warm, but you can hear noise from the hallway, and the light from the common corridor shines into the room. In the lobby, I met a man whose wallet was stolen from his room. In my room, they didn’t clean the second day, only replaced the trash bags. However, for some reason, they threw the blanket aside and placed my pillow in the middle of the bed, even though I had made the bed before leaving the room. They might have been looking for something… They didn’t ask for any documents upon check-in. The key to the room unlocks both my room and the hotel doors; I don’t know how that works, but when I asked if that meant anyone could open my room, the receptionist said it was “stupid.” I guess it’s okay for him to talk to guests like that. On the day of departure, I called a very scary and squeaky elevator, and on the floor, there were cups and glasses that the cleaners were supposed to put in the rooms later. I also saw clean towels lying on the floor near the elevator. The impression of the attitude towards cleanliness, hygiene, and the safety of guests’ pers

We liked the location as it was great for going to the beach and boardwalk. The hotel and rooms were clean. Our check was easy. Tom

Window sills bit gruby Lack of info /heating/tv lightweight bedding not ideal for winter

When taking a shower water pressure so low just a trickle of water

Would of been more for cleanliness but there was a used sanitary pad in our bin in bathroom that wasn’t ours so obviously bin wasn’t emptied from previous guests

I was pleasantly surprised how spacious the single room is. Yes the room is spotless and l slept well.

Nice hotel and room was a good size. Could have been cleaner. I also realised that there was no blind on the bathroom window while i was taking a shower! Had to hang a towel over the shower door so people couldn't see me. Not ideal!

This review would have been very good/excellent, as this is a lovely hotel, nicely furnished and plenty of artworks, etc. However, the toilet flush did not work, there were a few bulbs gone in the room/bathroom and layers of dust at the higher levels. Breakfast was good - it took a while to be served as the menu states that guests should wait in the lounge to be seated...but you don't get the menu until seated in the breakfast room, so unless one is psychic there is a wait until a staff member looks at the table. But would recommend this hotel and will stay there again.

One of the largest family rooms weve had with sea views to the side which was great. Very nicely located and parking was included and available on road close by. Did have no hot water on one the morning but just had to slow our morning and wait for 30 mins and it was all ok. Challenge of older buildings I guess. Would stay again.

Initial first stay was horrible due to a lumpy bed second stay far more satisfactory comfy bed although a bit too soft coffee always topped up and parking ok ish

nice hotel,been here a few times,the laminated floors make whoever is in the room above sound very loud,pillows were a bit dubious,and towels could/should be bigger

When people walk upstairs in their room we can hear the noise

We had a nice stay. The property needs some maintainance like the paint etc and some updates here and there. (But that accounts for a lot of places in the UK). The location was great next to the beach. Bathroom and bedroom really big! Bath was nice. Bed could be better.

We were very disappointed with our 2 night stay. We booked a superior room (although we may have been given an "executive" room as it had a sofa in it), and although very large, it was tatty and the decor was very tired with creaky laminate flooring. Scuff marks on the walls, curtains coming off the rail and not big enough to cover the windows. The bathroom was very small and the shower was very weak and had grubby grouting and did not feel spotlessly clean. Towels, although clean, were very thin and worn. The pillows were flat as pancakes and the duvet cover had a hole in it. We were greeted by a manager when we arrived but did not see him or any other staff for the rest of our stay. I really wanted to like this hotel - many other reviews had been glowing which is why we booked. However, there was nothing about our room that warranted the description of "Superior" or the price.

Nice clean large room on first floor with restricted see view

Very small and tight room for two people, but nicely decorated. Parking was free with a permit but was tough to find a spot. Excellent location. Overall a great place to stay for a few nights.

I was pleasantly surprised how spacious the single room is. Yes the room is spotless and l slept well.

The size of the room. The view from the massive windows onto the green outside. The bathroom was bigger than some rooms i have stayed in. Very friendly guy who looked after us.

One of the largest family rooms weve had with sea views to the side which was great. Very nicely located and parking was included and available on road close by. Did have no hot water on one the morning but just had to slow our morning and wait for 30 mins and it was all ok. Challenge of older buildings I guess. Would stay again.

Convenient location was a plus. Hardly saw a staff member. Room and bathroom was tidy if not totally clean. Needs updating TW.

The hotel is light, airy and interesting with so many paintings. The manager and staff are always pleasant. The rooms are always very clean, bed comfortable, shower excellent and breakfast first class. Plus, it is only a very short walk from the theatres for my husband who has mobility difficulties. Would highly recommend.

Hotel is basic, clean but a bit dated. However the staff were excellent, friendly and very helpful. Attending a local sporting event and made very welcome with great assistance by staff.

Clean and Basic, shower wasn’t working properly, Lift was out of order but not notified by the management, and wasn’t given the opportunity to change booking. We were on the 3rd floor. Less able people would have struggled.

The staff were really helpful. An early check in was appreciated. I asked for a quiet room with a bath - and even though I was told the boiler was faulty & water pressure was low, I had a lovely hot bath!

Lovely art. Friendly helpful staff. Thanks to Nick who cooked lovely breakfasts. Comfortable room

Very friendly staff and helpful

The hotel was perfectly positioned just off the seafront. The room was large, light, & well appointed. The bed was huge and comfortable. The cooked breakfast was great and well priced. The owner/manager was friendly, courteous and helpful. Parking was in front of the hotel with a permit provided for free. I would stay there again.

My stay was brilliant. I was upgraded (without any fanfare) from the cosy single to a double. The room was lovely and I slept well in the bed.My case was carried to my room. Parking vouchers were supplied free of charge. Breakfast was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble and details were remembered the following days. I was there for over a week. I found all staff were very friendly and welcoming. I would highly recommend this hotel. The art gallery downstairs was very enjoyable.

On arrival i was originally given top floor room unfortunately lift was out of order and after explaining my knee issues i have the front of house staff member immediately swapped my room to a ground floor without any problems.

Great location, a stone’s throw from the beach and friendly and knowledgeable check in staff

Near the beach & Near to the tennis.

We liked the location as it was great for going to the beach and boardwalk. The hotel and rooms were clean. Our check was easy. Tom

The hotel was clean and very near to sea front, shopping area and transport.

Very small and tight room for two people, but nicely decorated. Parking was free with a permit but was tough to find a spot. Excellent location. Overall a great place to stay for a few nights.

Centrally situated for what we wanted

Staff lovely and breakfast was so good. The only thing I have a negative comment on is the towels are tiny and a little bit threadbare. Overall though a lovely couple of days away. Great location - so easy to get to the town and the theatres/gallery

Convenient for seafront and shops

I had one night here to go to the theatre. It was ideally situated. Not far from the station, very close to the sea front and some restaurants. I had a tiny single room that was comfortable, all amenities and very clean. I would come again.

Great size of rooms with a lovely sea view. Parking is easy and the hotel accommodated an hour later for our check out no problem. Good location close to theatre, shops and beach! Staff friendly. Only thing to be aware of is the noise travels a lot in this hotel. Much like being at home and someone is walking up or down the stairs.

Amazing breakfast

Amazing hotel. Warm welcome on arrival. Free parking permit and free WiFi. Lovely building full of art. Room was spacious and clean. Relaxed atmosphere. Lift available. Very tasty cooked to order breakfast which was amazing value. Room had a view of the sea.Highly recommended.

Lovely art. Friendly helpful staff. Thanks to Nick who cooked lovely breakfasts. Comfortable room

Staff lovely and breakfast was so good. The only thing I have a negative comment on is the towels are tiny and a little bit threadbare. Overall though a lovely couple of days away. Great location - so easy to get to the town and the theatres/gallery

Great full English breakfast and comfortable nights slerps!

Thought the property was lovely however room had paint pot in room and paint brush in sink when I checked in otherwise the room was clean. Breakfast was cold the first morning. Slightly hotter second morning. TV at night kept going fuzzy.

The hotel was bright and well maintained and the reasonably priced breakfast was delicious.

Staff very helpful, paid extra for breakfast which was excellent

We really liked the art on display. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons ...very basic room ripped curtains damaged table shower hot but not much pressure pillows very flat bed lumpy Not fault of hotel but very noisy room next to us which ment all together very little sleep Paid £13 for 2 breakfast at 9am ...only thing that seemed fresh was egg and toast ...bacon looked like it had been there for ages dry and hard and rest was not hold Pros ..nice man on reception ...parking permit ...good location Would not stay again