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Royal Victoria Hotel

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
A grand room with a piano, red upholstered chairs, a table with a teapot, and a fireplace.
A grand staircase with marble columns and a chandelier, leading to a high-ceilinged area with a large vase on a pedestal.
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Business center

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Marina, St Leonards-On-Sea, England, TN38 0BD
  • Place, St Leonards Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hastings Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hastings Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), rollaway beds (surcharge)

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), rollaway beds (surcharge)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a red sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bed with a blue headboard.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a red sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bed with a blue headboard.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Triple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory SEA VIEW

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

St Leonards-On-Sea

Royal Victoria Hotel places you next to St Leonards Gardens and within a 5-minute walk of Hastings Beach. This 52-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • St Leonards Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hastings Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Warrior Square Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hastings Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • White Rock Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • St Leonards Warrior Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Folks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast Zone Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bonjour - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Collected Fictions - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizzarelli - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Royal Victoria Hotel

Guests of Royal Victoria Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. A stay here includes free offsite parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include laundry facilities, wedding services, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Piano Lounge
  • Sea Terrace

Things to do

  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 7.0 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

Royal Victoria Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea
Royal Victoria St Leonards-On-Sea
Royal Victoria Hotel Hotel
Royal Victoria Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea
Royal Victoria Hotel Hotel St Leonards-On-Sea

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Royal Victoria Hotel?

Royal Victoria Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Victoria Hotel?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Victoria Hotel on Jul 30, 2026 start from $155, 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.

What can I see around Royal Victoria Hotel?

Located steps from St Leonards Gardens, this hotel is in St Leonards-On-Sea, and within a 10-minute walk of Hastings Beach and Warrior Square Gardens. You'll also find White Rock Theatre and BattleZone Live less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Royal Victoria Hotel?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Royal Victoria Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Victoria Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Royal Victoria Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a beachfront restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include an ocean view.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Royal Victoria Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sea Terrace.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Royal Victoria Hotel for a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Royal Victoria Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Royal Victoria Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does Royal Victoria Hotel have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Royal Victoria Hotel.

Royal Victoria Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 735 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good plentiful breakfast , lovely large room, perfect view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ideally situated for our weekend away. Friendly staff. Clean room. Dinner & breakfast very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
lovely clean room and helpful staff . Worth noting that there is currently scaffolding on the front of the hotel - it was not good value to pay the extra for a seaview room only to look at scaffolding !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pets friendly, hardly. The breakfast was ok. But to be honest you wait it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was lovely. Nice and clean the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice greeting from the gentleman at Reception. Overall the hotel is rather tired but it was perfect for our overnight stay._
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

j

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property desperately needs a refurbishment! Paintwork is awful. Surface cleaning is ok but it needs a deep clean. Such a small shower. Its just an attachment shower and very difficult to use effectively. The carpet had cigarette burns on it which shows how old it is. Avoid!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Lovely room with sea view, the breakfast was great and a good ambience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Typical old English coastal hotel in need of renovation upstairs. Comfortable and not expensive for a sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was good. One night stay it was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. Room had a luxurious feeling.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy clean room bit out dated , mouldy in bathroom friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A parking was on the riad behind the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff. Great location right on seafront. Spacious room. Exceeded our expectations.
Royal Victoria afternoon tea
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A nice traditional hotel with a lot of history. In need of freshening up, but staff are friendly and the rooms are well kept
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely old hotel with beautiful features inside. The only which I was a bit uncomfortable with is the road to the rear of hotel which was a bit manky and a lot of rubbish
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is in an excellent position yards from the beach & very close to the centre of St Leonards. The breakfast is excellent value for money with a wide selection of hot & cold options. I would have expected to find an ironing board & iron in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, characterful, old hotel in a great location on the sea front. Easily walkable to Hastings. Breakfast was a bit lacklustre but view from the dining room compensated somewhat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Brilliant location for seafront, big and comfortable room. beautiful building if somewhat old fashioned and could do with a lick of paint. Minimal parking but staff all lovely, and our stay was well priced. Good breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No breakfast Lucky with parking Bed to small fror room Bathroom looking tired and in need of updating Shame about scaffolding But in all a pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

J David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Condition of hotel is dated. Worn out and stained carpet. Baths need significant updating. Food was average.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025