16 Blackwater Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4JD, United Kingdom
#2 of 40 B&Bs and inns in Eastbourne
Guests' ChoiceBased on 616 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Free Wifi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 21, 2024
Robert
AustraliaLovely well appointed room, super helpful and friendly owners, great breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 19, 2024
Janice
United KingdomBeautiful decor, fabulous breakfast, very clean and comfortable room. Chris and Caroline were lovely hosts, I’ll definitely return to Ravilious!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Alan
United KingdomAs always very welcoming and friendly. Good local information.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Amanda
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything not to like
Beautiful room, stayed in the same one both times, comfy bed, lovely bathroom.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Sinéad
IrelandNot much to dislike! Everything was pretty great! My only negative was that I found the mattress a little too hard but that's just personal preference. There are a lot of stairs if you're staying in one of the rooms at the top of the house, this wasn't an issue for us but might be something to consider if you have mobility issues.
The Ravilious is a stunning building, in an amazing location. So central, everything is a short walk away. The room was spotless and cleaned daily. We loved our room, it was very spacious and beautifully decorated. Breakfast was lovely every morning, a lot of choice on the menu even for someone like myself who is dairy and egg free. The highlight of the stay were the fabulous hosts, Chris and Caroline. They were so friendly and attentive. Very helpful in recommending restaurants, giving directions, and so much more. Would absolutely stay here again on our next trip to Eastbourne.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Peter
United KingdomA quiet street with easy parking near Devonshire Park and the Towner, a comfortable room and a delicious cooked breakfast. A short walk to the sea. The owners Chris and Caroline were very welcoming and helpful. Thoroughly recommended. Many thanks indeed!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 10, 2024
Guy
United KingdomThe central location, the super cool room and bathroom and the superb breakfast!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Chris
United KingdomNothing.
An excellent quality hotel run by a very friendly and knowledgeable couple (who live on the premises). The whole place was comfortable, clean, quiet yet right where it's all happening in Eastbourne. Breakfast more than set me up for the day. Good value too.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Way
United KingdomNothing
We had a warm welcome from the moment we arrived and were welcomed with our room being ready. It was spacious, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and they had vegan options too. Caroline and Chris were both incredibly friendly and helpful and you can see how much pride they take in their lovely hotel that they have created, it was a pleasure to meet them both.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Frances
United KingdomNothing Perfect bed and breakfast wish we booked in for longer.
Warm personal greeting on arrival. Large bright airy room. Very comfortable bed. Breakfast was delicious and plenty of choice. Lots of local information.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Steve
United KingdomWater pressure in the shower could be a bit more powerful ( such a minor point really as it was wonderfully hot and spotlessly clean}.
Wonderful hosts. A spotlessly clean and very large room, well furnished with all amenities required. Super breakfast with a great choice. We will certainly return for another visit. Absolutely loved it !!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Malcolm
United KingdomVery close to The beach and theatre, fabulous breakfast. Fantastic toom
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Mark
United KingdomAs above
Lovely place to stay owners so helpful, everything was great including the the breakfast, would visit again 😃👍
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Ian
United KingdomThere’s nothing to dislike.
It is a ‘home from home’. The owners are welcoming and friendly, it is comfortable, quiet and well located.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Karen
United KingdomNothing
Large spacious rooms and great location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Natalie
United KingdomNothing !!!
Really lovely hotel in a lovely area Lovely hosts and really nice breakfast with a good gluten free choice
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Elizaveta
ItalyThe only thing missing in the room was a mini bar. Apart from that everything was perfect.
This was literally the most hospitable place I've ever stayed in in UK, and probably not just there. The owners are absolutely amazing people, made me feel very welcome.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Sophie
United KingdomNothing
Great place, great location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Lisa
United KingdomThere is nothing to dislike
We received a warm welcome from Chris & Caroline who recommended local pubs & restaurants. The property is beautiful and our room was tasteful and exceptionally clean with a fabulous bathroom and very comfortable bed. Breakfast was superb. The whole stay was perfect and we shall be returning!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Robert
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Alex
United KingdomNothing
Comfortable room, clean, very nice breakfast, good service friendly and welcoming
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Taylor-leigh
United KingdomNothing!
Staff were really attentive, made us feel at home. Extremely clean and facilities were great. Well stocked bar with lager on draught. Breakfast was delicious, full English made to order and a cold breakfast buffet too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Paula
United Kingdomn/a
The decor, location, warm welcome and fantastic breakfast. Brilliant hosts!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Kevin
United KingdomBreakfast was plentiful and delicious with multiple choices
Stayed in March 2024
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