Local Reviews
In November 2014, Barneyb69 said about The Afton Hotel
On arrival at the hotel we were greeted by the general manager Steve. Very efficient reception and we were soon in our room 314 with the cases being delivered shortly after by the hotel porter. The room was clean and the toilet shower area also.
Surprisingly this olde worldly hotel (adjacent to the pier) was as up to date as was possible and not in need of some TLC. Very unusual for a building of this age. It is well maintained and clean and tidy.
We stayed from Friday evening until Monday morning and so had dinner and breakfasts. The dining room was very comfortable and clean and the waiting staff always seemed to be under pressure and didn't find much time to have a chat or a laugh with us visitors. That said I want to single out our waitress Martha who was also under the same pressure but attended to our every whim with speed and pleasantness. Well done you.
The food was very acceptable, always hot and in the main very tasty. I think the cheese and biscuits presentation could be better. There was JUST cheese and biscuits, no garnish, grapes or celery. A bit bland. Could not complain about the portion size though.
The staff serving behind the bar were few and far between. Only one during the evening to look after about 90 people and do all the collecting and clearing up as well as serving. Small wonder that they all appeared to be a bit morose. I don't think Steve the GM made matters any better when he told the staff that they should only serve 2 drinks to each customer. That was totally counter productive and ensured that 3 people had to go to the bar to get drinks for a table of 6. The mind boggles. This did nothing for the staff who I think got the blunt end of the stick.
All that said we had a very pleasant long weekend and left satisfied. I would recommend this hotel to you.
Surprisingly this olde worldly hotel (adjacent to the pier) was as up to date as was possible and not in need of some TLC. Very unusual for a building of this age. It is well maintained and clean and tidy.
We stayed from Friday evening until Monday morning and so had dinner and breakfasts. The dining room was very comfortable and clean and the waiting staff always seemed to be under pressure and didn't find much time to have a chat or a laugh with us visitors. That said I want to single out our waitress Martha who was also under the same pressure but attended to our every whim with speed and pleasantness. Well done you.
The food was very acceptable, always hot and in the main very tasty. I think the cheese and biscuits presentation could be better. There was JUST cheese and biscuits, no garnish, grapes or celery. A bit bland. Could not complain about the portion size though.
The staff serving behind the bar were few and far between. Only one during the evening to look after about 90 people and do all the collecting and clearing up as well as serving. Small wonder that they all appeared to be a bit morose. I don't think Steve the GM made matters any better when he told the staff that they should only serve 2 drinks to each customer. That was totally counter productive and ensured that 3 people had to go to the bar to get drinks for a table of 6. The mind boggles. This did nothing for the staff who I think got the blunt end of the stick.
All that said we had a very pleasant long weekend and left satisfied. I would recommend this hotel to you.
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In November 2014, Chris H said about The Afton Hotel
As hotels go this hotel was extremely comfortable and ideal for easy access to the Sea front. In fact its almost on the front itself and so easy to find.
The staff were extremely helpful, especially as my partner is Vegan (not the easiest to please) and the food was of a high standard also.
The only real negative is the parking, but that said, its a nightmare on the seafront anyway, so would be the same for any of the hotels I reckon,
As this visit was for a Reunion, and all weekend Fri, Sat & Sunday nights, the price I paid was an absolute bargain, but I don't think you will be disappointed either way.
I would certainly stay there again:
The staff were extremely helpful, especially as my partner is Vegan (not the easiest to please) and the food was of a high standard also.
The only real negative is the parking, but that said, its a nightmare on the seafront anyway, so would be the same for any of the hotels I reckon,
As this visit was for a Reunion, and all weekend Fri, Sat & Sunday nights, the price I paid was an absolute bargain, but I don't think you will be disappointed either way.
I would certainly stay there again:
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2014, Vistitorexperience said about The Afton Hotel
ive been to this hotel four times as i really enjoy it there. the staff are very friendly and helpful. i have enjoyed both breakfast and dinner. clean , warm and comfortable rooms. great location and price. look forward top my next visit
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In November 2016, Carole M said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Very good production our teenages throughly enjoyed it as well as us Amazed at professional way it was acted and they are all volunteers amazing to give us all so much pleaser We all left with a good feel feeling
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In November 2016, Pinklittlemouse said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Went to watch Annie with my six year old. The theatre is stunning and had a great view from where we sat, the staff were very helpful and the show was brilliant. We had a wonderful time
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In November 2016, rebeccapJ975RX said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Fantastic show. Professional cast, orchestra and theatre staff. Thoroughly enjoyed by the whole family. Great introduction to the theatre for our young daughter.
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In November 2016, 98nicholar said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
This show was excellent myself, my 3 year old daughter & 9 year old son loved it. The only thing I would say is that we were in the dress circle and the sound did not really travel very well, could have been a bit louder & clearer, but overall it didn't spoil show.
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In November 2016, Geraldine R said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Went to see "Annie" last week and thoroughly enjoyed the superbly presented 'community theatre' musical. I loved it and hope to see many more projects from this company. It was extremely good value for money at £15 for adults and £10 for children. Can't moan about that as a good price for quality live entertainment. Yes, the building is old and in need of refurbishment, I quite liked it but appreciate refurbishment is a must to stop it falling into disrepair further. Hopefully, funding for this will be forthcoming very soon as it would be a great shame to see this delightful theatre disappear completely. The Hippodrome staff are, I understand, mostly volunteers and presume they are so because of their love for this theatre. They were courteous, friendly and helpful and all in all a very good experience.
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In November 2016, lottiewood said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
We visited Eastbourne with our 3 children, 6,7 & 8 years to watch Annie at the Hippodrome. We visited the pier first and as the weather was so lovely which was amazing considering end of October we sat at a table and ate fish and chips, we had a lovely walk then went and found the theatre. The theatre looks quite shabby from the outside but once your inside it is ok, it is a lovely small theatre and was a perfect first theatre visit for my son. The staff very very helpful, plenty of booster seats, clean toilets. The show was fantastic my children loved it and I have to say the singing was brilliant. We were very impressed.
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In November 2016, louisaf48 said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Lovely, friendly little theatre with an exciting but relaxing atmosphere. Could do with a little TLC here and there to restore it to its former glory.
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