Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Eastbourne Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Beachy Head - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Eastbourne Station - 9 min walk
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
Cornfield Garage - 4 min walk
To the Rise Bakery - 7 min walk
Dem Shish - 5 min walk
PizzaExpress - 4 min walk
Pomodoro E Mozzarella - 3 min walk
About this property
The Sheldon B&B
Bed & breakfast near Eastbourne Bandstand
Located close to Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club and Eastbourne Pier, The Sheldon B&B provides free breakfast, a playground, and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email with check-in information
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Sheldon Eastbourne
Sheldon House Eastbourne
Sheldon Hotel Eastbourne
Sheldon Inn Eastbourne
Sheldon Bed & Breakfast Eastbourne
The Sheldon
The Sheldon Bed Breakfast
The Sheldon B&B Eastbourne
The Sheldon B&B Bed & breakfast
The Sheldon B&B Bed & breakfast Eastbourne
Frequently asked questions
Is The Sheldon B&B pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Sheldon B&B?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Sheldon B&B?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Sheldon B&B?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Sheldon B&B located?
Located in Eastbourne City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Eastbourne Bandstand and Eastbourne Beach. Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club and Eastbourne Pier are also within 10 minutes. Eastbourne Station is 9 minutes by foot.
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The Sheldon B&B Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 525 reviews
10 - Excellent
312
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 525 reviews
8 - Good
150
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 525 reviews
6 - Okay
45
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 525 reviews
4 - Poor
15
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 525 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
We were in Eastbourne for the tennis. Very close and easy walk and free parking. Staff were great and the breakfast was 5 Star. We will book again when the tennis is not on. Many thanks
David
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Whats not to like, fantastic place to stay. Breakfast options very good, parking excellent, hosts and staff first class. We have found a little gem here for our visits to Eastbourne. see you again Steve, and Renee, from Peggy's Cove.!!!!!
Janet
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Very convenient for Congress Centre, restaurants and shopping. Parking on-site was a main reason for booking also breakfast included. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice.
The welcome was very warm and nothing was too much trouble.
I would definitely book this hotel again.
Trevor
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10
Brilliant hosts, fab breakfast and a great place to stay.
Dicky
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
The staff are very friendly and helpful room was clean and tidy food was good will stay here again when im next down well done
Nick
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
If I could rate it higher stars I would!! This is a fantastic place. The owner Steve was great - very helpful and accommodating. There were many breakfast options and the food was good. The decor in the building is very artsy and gorgeous. I got a good vibe from the place as soon as I walked in - very welcoming. It’s a 5 minute walk to the Eastbourne boardwalk and 5-10 minute walk into town. Good location. I would stay here again when in Eastbourne.
Connie
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10
Lovely jolly owners. A great room.
Eryl
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
The team at The Sheldon always greet you with such friendliness and as a returning guest, it's a home from home. Rooms are comfortable with everything you need and breakfast is always amazing with a good selection of hot and cold options.
Jill
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
The hosts were very welcoming and we had an enjoyable time. It was good to have an allocated parking area off the street, the breakfast was excellent and plentiful, and we were made to feel at home. My only slight criticism was that my second-floor room's shower pressure was rather feeble - perhaps affected by the altitude! I will certainly consider staying here again if I return to Eastbourne.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Nice and lovely place to be
Patrick
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Warm welcome with cuddles from CK (owners dog) on arrival. Room wonderful odd creek but the age of the building you expect that. Breakfast was wonderful cooked to order and a choice of milk for tea and coffee plus a range of teas.
Vicky
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
The hotel is nicely located. 2 mins from beach, 10 mins from town centre and train station. Great breakfast.
Colin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10
Nice property with friendly staff, owners and dog, close to the seafront.
Andy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Great location close to sea and theatres easy to park felt very welcome from hosts room was great had everyting we needed would be my first choice if we come back to another show
john
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Warm welcome on arrival, inviting and creatively decorated public spaces. Comfortable room and excellent breakfast. One to return to!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Stayed here for one night as had a party and was honestly an amazing hotel with the nices staff ive witnessed in a long time
Room was perfect, breakfast was amazing
Highly recommend
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
8/10
Lovely stay, hosts very friendly, room was very comfortable good location for the town/restaurants and seafront.
David
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10
My room was in ideal, quiet part of the hotel. The stay and the breakfast was very good value .
PATRICK
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Excellent value for money , nice clean rooms and good facilities .
Breakfast was nice and staff friendly .
Would stay again if in Eastbourne .
Owners are obviously trying very hard to provide the best possible experience at a reasonable price and are succeeding .
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10
it was very nice and the people i found very friendly
Ian
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Excellent hotel, ideally situated near the centre of Eastbourne and the sea front.
Gary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
Everything that was said in reviews was spot on if ever down that way again will not hesitate to book again
Marc
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
Lovely old building,well maintained with obliging and friendly staff who did everything to make the stay easy and enjoyable.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10
Very friendly welcome on arrival. Good room and excellent breakfast. Nice atmosphere and I would be happy to stay again.
douglas
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10
Good location. Good service and friendly staff with a warm welcome. Would book again.