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title: "The Berkeley, Eastbourne: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Berkeley in Eastbourne: rated 7.9 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Guesthouse · ★★★★★
# The Berkeley

Meads, Eastbourne, United Kingdom

7.9 ·  Good 3 reviews ·  #24 #24 of 40 in Eastbourne ·  4.1/5 on Google, 84 reviews ·  9.3 Location score
## About The Berkeley

The Berkeley is a guesthouse in Meads, Eastbourne, United Kingdom. It holds a 5-star rating. Facilities include beachfront, free wi-fi, pets allowed. It is 430 m from the centre of Eastbourne. The nearest beach is 130 m away. The nearest airport, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), is 54 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Pets:** Pets allowed

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 33

3 , Lascelles Terrace, Eastbourne [theberkeley.net](http://www.theberkeley.net)

## How The Berkeley scores

Better rated than 44% of hotels in Eastbourne

-   Location **9.3**
-   Beach access **9.9**
-   Public transport **6.5**

Eastbourne average

## Rating on Google

4.1/5

84 Google reviews

-   5★59%
-   4★23%
-   3★10%
-   2★3%
-   1★5%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

BeachfrontFree Wi-FiPets allowed

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Leisure

-   Beachfront

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Pets allowed

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.3**/10

- **Walk grade:** **79**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **85**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **7**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">130 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Eastbourne Train Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">790 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London Gatwick Airport (LGW)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">54 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">122 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Eastbourne</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">430 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Eastbourne Heritage Centre110 m
-   Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum150 m
-   The Wish Tower250 m
-   Nigel Greaves440 m
-   Musgrave Collection620 m
-   KA-ZOO Exotics660 m

## The Berkeley: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Experience the wonders of Eastbourne with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. At The Berkeley, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a separate living room. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using a hair dryer available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at The Berkeley, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day.

### Compare

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## Questions about The Berkeley

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Berkeley?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does The Berkeley include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The Berkeley?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Berkeley from the airport?

The nearest airport, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), is 54 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Berkeley close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 130 m from the hotel.

### Are pets allowed at The Berkeley?

The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-berkeley-eastbourne/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/