East Cliff Cottage Hotel

The host went above and beyond to accommodate us. We were able to check in an hour early, and he kindly prepared our breakfast earlier than scheduled. I had the haddock with scrambled eggs and mushrooms, which I enjoyed very much. He also provided croissants, which was a lovely extra touch. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and we had a very pleasant stay. Thank you for your hospitality!

The stairs to the 2nd floor were little bit steep comparing to the very comfortable stairs leadin to the 1st floor

Lovely large room attentive staff and a fabulous breakfast

Bathroom needs updating

The hotel was in a perfect location to reach the seafront and was very easy to find. The owner and all the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much bother. They welcomed our dog, giving him lots of fuss. The room was cleaned every day and was well equipped with tea, coffee, milk and biscuits, replenished every day. The breakfast was very nice. Finally it was a big bonus that we could patk our car there for free.

It would of been nice to have some pastries on offer for breakfast, or croissants as an alternative to a full english breakfast. Also as we were right at the top of the hotel, it got very hot at night time. A fan would be a helpful addition, to make a stay more comfortable.

The breakfast was good especially the homemade preserves. The staff were very polite & friendly.

When we arrived I was filled with dread when I saw the dilapidated exterior. The property was in a poor state of repair with rotten window frames, broken window latches & windows painted shut. Generally all areas were in desperate need of decorating. Walls & paintwork are dirty & scruffy this is clearly due to years of neglect. A disgusting toilet brush was provided & certain areas within the bathroom would benefit from a deep clean. The dining room ceiling had been patched up but not decorated. The cornice & light fittings were black with dirt & dust. Surplus dining chairs were stacked in the fireplace recesses which looked cluttered & unprofessional. The breakfast condiments were out of date by a considerable margin & the cruets were all sticky & grubby. There is a hole in the ceiling with pipework visible through the door marked Fire Exit on the 1st floor landing. Overall impression was that of years of neglect, no attention to detail & an unprofessional approach. If I'd of been travelling alone I would of requested a refund & left as I found it to be vastly over priced & definitely not value for money. A couple of personal points - I didn't like the host lingering in the dining room for extended periods talking at us whilst we were eating breakfast. I felt I was staying in someone's private home, not a hotel, when I walked through downstairs & saw 1 of the hosts having her hair coloured in the dining room. Not only unhygienic but most unprofessional. I must add, as a property lover, I am saddened to see what once was a beautiful building so neglected.