The White Rock Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Hastings. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
40 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 3 to 8 per person
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The White Rock Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The White Rock Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The White Rock Hotel?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The White Rock Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The White Rock Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Rock Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Rock Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The White Rock Hotel like?
The White Rock Hotel is located near Hastings Beach, only a short 9-minute walk from Hastings Station and 14 minutes' walk from Hastings Castle.
The White Rock Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
Heidi
Heidi, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Relaxing Stay
Lovely one night stay in a Seaview twin room. Tea, coffee and biscuits in the room. Beautiful lounge areas and enjoyed having drinks on the outdoor seating.
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
31 December 2021
The hotel is in a good location.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 December 2021
Ricki
Ricki, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2021
Nice breakfast and bar facilities. Parked on site. Perfect for a show at the theatre next door
Karen
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2021
Great situation near the pier, lovely sea views from the veranda.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2021
Lovely Seaside Hotel
The room was plush. Admittedly not geared up for heavy tea drinkers but still had all the amenities we could wish for. Dinner menu is a little limited but not expensive. Breakfast was enjoyable even though the beans had been microwaved on the plate. All said and done would happily stay there again.
Martin
Martin, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2021
The most comfy bed I’ve had in a hotel in years. Got the room with sea view, lovely view in the morning. Shower pressure was great, clean room and great night of sleep. Lift bit small but not the end of the world.
Krishna
Krishna, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2021
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
1 November 2021
We were unable to sleep as our bedroom was next door to the loft and we could hear very loudly every time someone used the lift and when the door was open and closed it was a very loud bang snd then children I think of someone was running up and down the corridors do we ended up giving our room key to the cleaner downstairs and leaving at 2am. Very disappointed as it was my partners 40th birthday and we had booked for 2 nights so lost money and I’ve emailed the hotel and no response back
Nina
Nina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 October 2021
Nice helpful staff in all sections. Bit cramped in upstairs corridors and a more comfy bed would have been nice. They are doing their best in an old building.
Helen
Helen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2021
Great hotel
Room comfortable.
Staff friendly.
We'll stay at White Rock Hotel again
Eunice
Eunice, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 October 2021
Very good location.Pet friendly.Guest discount for breakfast and room service free of charge.
Angela
Angela, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 October 2021
A good property but needs the floorboards an lift modernizing
Leanne
Leanne, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2021
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2021
Lovely hotel on the seafront
Lovely old hotel. Staff were really friendly. Room was spotless, beds were really comfortable. Ate breakfast there every morning and plenty to choose from. Would happily stay there again.
Derek
Derek, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 September 2021
Jane
Jane, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
6 September 2021
Summer 2021
Great location.
Only downfall was the noisy door lift with quest used in going up to their rooms.
Lift door could use some re fitting a noise reducing mechanism.
Vince
Vince, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
14 August 2021
8 Houses cobbled together - and it shows!
There are 2 lifts. One, which stops at the 2rd floor, from where you have to navigate a labyrinth of very narrow passageways to a very narrow flight of stairs to the 3rd floor. Not good if you have mobility problems.
The other lift was described by my 10 year old grandson as a "vertical coffin" which may be a slight exaggeration, but not much. Not good for those suffering from claustrophobia.
The décor is somewhat dated and in need of a facelift. The food is adequate and typically English.
Would I book in here again. Most likely not.
Verified traveller
7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 August 2021
Good hotel and location
Had a good week stay at this hotel. The rooms are a good size, clean and comfortable.
We had a premier first floor room which has a great view on the beach and sea with doors that open out - no balcony. The only issue with these rooms is that the outside bar/seating area is just below and the bar stays open till 12pm. So if you are a light and early sleeper, these might not be for you.
We only had breakfast which has a selection of hot and cold.
This is a dog friendly hotel. During our stay there was a number of owners with dogs which are allowed in the restaurant and bar area. They are also allowed to stay in the rooms, which is not clear from the web site.
All in all, a good hotel and location. Every day yor bed is made and towels changed.
Colin
Colin, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 July 2021
Good value for money. Great position. All the major areas of use clean and welcoming. Staff very friendly and attentive.
Some of the areas of the hotel such as the corridors, stairs and lifts are in need of an update.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2021
I like that my room was big enough to fit 2 double beds and with space to walk around freely.
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 June 2021
Honest
There should be more choices in evening meals breakfast and lunches were spot on there should be breakfast included with the room
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 June 2021
My honest feedback
Overall the stay was good.
There is no air-con in the hotel, so if you have a room with a sea view and when you open the windows it’s very loud.
The cleaning ladies were excellent.
Hotel’s staff was really good and very helpful.
One huge disadvantage - avoid hotel’s restaurant as much as possible. The service (especially if you sit outside) is very very VERY slow. And even if you managed to order your food (asked for sparkling water without ice and tea with slice of lemon) they are going to bring you something completely different - water WITH ice and tea with MILK ahaha