Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Eastbourne travel guide

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You're Going to Love Eastbourne

With a population of 112,906, Eastbourne is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Eastbourne deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Eastbourne

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Eastbourne (153 Terminus Road) and Thai Terre - East Dean (The Green) are great picks.

When to visit Eastbourne

Eastbourne in November
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Eastbourne in November
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Eastbourne

Plane

Although Eastbourne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 34 miles from Eastbourne. The shortest domestic flight to Eastbourne departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Eastbourne is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 miles from Eastbourne. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Eastbourne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 34 miles from Eastbourne. The shortest domestic flight to Eastbourne departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Eastbourne is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 miles from Eastbourne. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Eastbourne

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Eastbourne

Lufthansa
Good (8,039 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,526 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,965 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,224 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,775 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,811 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,131 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,402 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,448 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,359 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,272 reviews)
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Where to stay in Eastbourne

From 5-star hotels such as the The Grand Hotel to great affordable options like the The Burlington Hotel, Eastbourne offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £143 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Eastbourne

Most booked hotels in Eastbourne

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The View Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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The Grand Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£184+
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Eastbourne Riviera Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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The Burlington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
£37+
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Cavendish Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
£40+
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Majestic Hotel Eastbourne by Belvilla
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
£38+
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Hiring a car in Eastbourne

Hiring a car in Eastbourne costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Eastbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.07 and £25.43. The most frequently booked car type in Eastbourne is Compact (Renault Kangoo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Eastbourne costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Eastbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.07 and £25.43. The most frequently booked car type in Eastbourne is Compact (Renault Kangoo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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