WHEN it comes to seaside resorts, Relais Cooden Beach Hotel is one of the most beautiful along the English coastline.
Here’s everything you need to know from room prices to dining.
What is the Relais Cooden Beach Hotel like?
A recently restored mock-Tudor hotel, the former holiday home of the aristocratic De La Warr family, set right on Cooden Beach.
A lot of hotels claim to be by the sea but this one really is – and with uninterrupted views across the Channel.
It’s friendly, welcoming and perfect for relaxing or for walking the dog.
What are the rooms like?
Take your pick from a range of comfortable and spotless sea-themed rooms and suites, many with sea views and all with wifi, 24-hour room service and tea and coffee-making facilities.
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There are single rooms, family rooms, accessible and dog-friendly ones available.
Rooms from £170 a night with breakfast included.
What is there to eat and drink there?
The Rally Restaurant offers a good range of evening meals, from burgers, steaks and pork belly to fish and chips and catch of the day, much of it locally sourced.
Plenty for veggies too.
If it’s sunny, sit on the terrace and enjoy the view as you eat.
What else is there do to at the hotel?
For a real taste of luxury visit the hotel’s spa.
We had a Deep Sea Soother facial, which was 90 minutes of bliss – but make sure you book treatments when you book the hotel room as it gets very busy.
The Relais is also very handy for Cooden Beach Golf Club and there is free parking.
It’s a great base for a holiday exploring East Sussex, for a long weekend or that special celebration.
It’s also perfect for an overnight stay if you go to a gig at the De La Warr Pavilion in nearby Bexhill.
Is it family friendly?
Yes, there are family rooms that sleep four and have direct access to the shoreline.
The restaurant has a kids menu, along with an ice cream cart and garden games in the summer.
Does it have accessible facilities?
They have accessible rooms which have wide doorways and an adapted bathroom with grab rails and a walk-in shower.