Located near Pevensey Castle, The Relais Cooden Beach offers a warm welcome with golfing greens, sun loungers by the beachfront, and an inviting firepit on the terrace. Unwind at this upscale hotel with a coffee shop/cafe nearby or indulge in delicious British cuisine at The Rally Restaurant.
The Relais Cooden Beach puts you within a 15-minute drive of South Downs National Park. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and British cuisine is served at The Rally Restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner. This Edwardian hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking within 10 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
On the beach
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1928
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Edwardian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
24-inch TV
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Relais Retreats Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
The Rally Restaurant - This brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
The Rally Bar - This beach bar serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Cooden
Cooden Beach
Cooden Beach Bexhill-on-Sea
Cooden Beach Hotel
Cooden Beach Hotel Bexhill-on-Sea
Cooden Hotel
The Cooden Beach Hotel Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex
Hotel Cooden Beach
The Cooden Beach Hotel
The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel
The Relais Cooden Beach Bexhill-on-Sea
The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel Bexhill-on-Sea
Frequently asked questions
Does The Relais Cooden Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Relais Cooden Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Relais Cooden Beach?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Relais Cooden Beach?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Relais Cooden Beach?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Relais Cooden Beach and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as sailing and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Relais Cooden Beach?
Yes, The Rally Restaurant offers alfresco dining and British cuisine.
What's the area around The Relais Cooden Beach like?
The Relais Cooden Beach is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Bexhill Cooden Beach Station and 12 minutes' walk from Bexhill Beach.
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The Relais Cooden Beach Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property's direct access to the quiet beach and stunning views make it an ideal location for a relaxing seaside stay. (22 reviews)
Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice and hot food served promptly. (17 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Stunning location, great staff, 5*
My wife and I had an amazing time Food is excellent, staff are awesome, we'll be back! Happy birthday to me :)
Garry
Garry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2025
Staff friendly and helpful. Room very comfortable. A very enjoyable experience.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Beautiful setting by the sea
Great hotel right on the beach with big outside area both for drinking/eating or just soaking up the sun.
Lovely room, comfy bed and pillows , great service.
We ate in the hotels restaurant ,which I do not often do, so glad that we did, the food was excellent both for dinner and breakfast. Hope to return in the future.
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
Great Hotel.
The hotel was as advertised, which was clean, spacious with very polite staff. Plus the good was great especially breakfast.
Lyndon
Lyndon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Gorgeous spot and perfect hotel
Absolutely loved my stay here, so much so that I’m planning on a return trip next month. I usually hate business trips but in this case I enjoyed my time away from home. Food was delicious and I loved watched the sea while I ate my meals. Room was cosy and immaculate. Special thank you to Housekeeping for everything they did!
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Room, dinner and breakfast deal was great value. Good food, location and great room - 202
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
A lovely hotel with plenty of staff and comfortable.
All I would say is it would be nice to include a hairdryer in the rooms
Marie Suzanne
Marie Suzanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
Great hotel
Great hotel, loved the staff in the restaurant (breakfast & dinner). Great location too, on the beach and, importantly for us, right next to the railway station. Our only suggestion is that the reception staff would do well to be warmer and more accommodating.
Duncan
Duncan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Beach location with great service and lovely food.
Had a lovely stay and thought the whole experience was great value for money. Every aspect of the service across reception, outdoor cafe and dining/breakfast room was really good. The quality of food also surpassed our expectations - I had a wonderful fruit & cinnamon warm scone with jam & cream that was totally delicious! I was also pleasantly surprised that there was a good choice of non-alcoholic drinks including a nice white wine. Our room was a little dated, but comfortable and clean and for the price we'd paid very good value.
The location is perfect for a quiet seaside stay with the train station just round the corner. Would stay again and next time book some spa treatments.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Had a very enjoyable stay
Derek
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Great stay
Very welcoming and comfortable stay.
Duncan
Duncan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Road Trip
This is a lovely hotel right in the beach. Our room was small and cosy and all we needed. Having requested a twin. Staff are really friendly. The general areas are bright and open. Very welcoming. I'm writing this as I wait to go for breakfast. But our dinner last night was spot on, and delicious 😋.
I'll come again.
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
We had a 1 night stay here for our anniversary. Such a lovely hotel and location. All staff including those in the spa were a credit.
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Very homely with very friendly staff. Good food, lovely surroundings. Well worth a visit.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
We were situated in the Sea House property but would have preferred the main building but the staff were very accommodating in assisting with our needs.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2025
Had a fabulous stay. Hotel was comfortable, clean, modern. Food was good and plentiful. Our family room was spacious and housekeeping very attentive to detail. Loved our stay.
Valerie
Valerie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Fantastic Day from start to finish!! Highly recommended.
We can’t wait to go back for our next trip!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Located next to the beach, our room had a sea view. Clean and bright room, comfortable bed and a largish walk-in shower. Good Sunday lunch if a bit pricey. Staff pleasant.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Wonderful hotel
Fabulous location, friendly and welcoming staff, comfortable bed and a clean, spacious room. Excellent breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2025
Comfy stay by the sea
Very enjoyable stay with warm, comfortable, nicely decorated rooms. The breakfast was also very good with lots of choice and the staff were friendly and accommodating.
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2025
Nice place on the beach. Rooms adequate. Restaurant area was lovely. Included hot and small buffet breakfast was nice enough but had I paid £22 for it, I would think I’d overpaid.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Great hotel!
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
A Lovely Hotel
We stayed for one night and had a lovely family room, which was very spacious and spotless. The breakfast was lovely and the staff were very polite and friendly.
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Great hotel
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
Beautiful setting by the seaside. Friendly staff, modern style deco and top quality food. Easy access to Bexhill-on-the Sea with the train just nextdoor.