On Hastings Seafront, this stylish hotel is situated next to the White Rock Theatre. It features a lively cafe-bar, a sun terrace, 24-hour front desk, free parking and free Wi-Fi access.
All rooms at The White Rock Hotel have private modern bathrooms with power showers. Many rooms have superb sea views, and all feature tea/coffee facilities.
Food and drink is served all day in the Terrace Café-Bar, including real local ales, fresh coffee and an extensive menu. It has stunning views and 2 large non-smoking seafront terraces.
The White Rock Hotel is close to the town centre and Hastings Railway Station, and is just a 15-minute walk from the Old Town and St Leonards. The hotel has its own car park, but if it is full, overnight parking vouchers are provided for a nearby secure council car park.
Hotel Information
Well-behaved pets are welcome and the hotel has 2 resident cats and a dog.
The hotel has meeting/ function rooms and a conference package with the White Rock Theatre next door. With this arrangement, the hotel can provide a room for over 1000 people, or a smaller room with seating for 250.
The hotel's 2 on-site function rooms are The Downstairs function suite and The Notley Room. Downstairs is a club-like venue that can accommodate up to 150 people for parties and discos. The Notley Room is suitable for meetings and events for up to 30 people.
Surrounding Area
The White Rock Hotel is situated on the bustling seafront close to the centre of Hastings and directly opposite the town's shingle beach and Victorian pier (partially open). The many attractions of this lively and historic town are just a short walk away, from the cobbled streets of the Old Town to the historic fishing port and from the Norman castle to the traditional delights of an English seaside resort.
The jewel in Hastings' crown is the Old Town, which is almost architecturally unchanged from the days when smugglers plied their trade here. Today, the cobbled streets and picturesque buildings are home to a host of fascinating antique and craft shops and art galleries, as well as atmospheric and quirky pubs, bars and restaurants, ranging from the traditional to the ultramodern and stylish. For a change of pace, you can take the East Hill lift, the UK?s steepest funicular railway, from the bustling Old Town to the peace and beauty of Hastings Country Park on the cliffs above.
Hastings has long been a thriving fishing port, and today has the largest fleet of beach-launched boats in Europe, which are still operating in the traditional way. On the fishing beach, near the Old Town, you can see the fishing fleet and the unique net huts, visit the Shipwreck Heritage centre, and sample some of the freshest fish you will ever eat, in one of the many pubs and restaurants nearby.
Along the seafront, you will find all the fun activities of a seaside resort, from crazy golf to fairground rides, along with some more unexpected treats, like the Smugglers Adventure tour of the spooky St Clement?s Caves.
The hotel's location means it is not only within easy reach of many of Hastings' attractions, but also those of the Sussex countryside and England's south coast.
Transport
By Car:
The hotel is located opposite the pier, right on the seafront. From the A21, follow the signs for the White Rock Theatre, which is right next door. This is the easiest way to find the hotel.
Parking:
The hotel has a small private car park for 16 cars. Parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis, although spaces can be reserved for those with mobility problems. Public parking is also available in the area surrounding the hotel at an additional cost. There is some on-street parking (mostly metered) and several public car parks nearby.
By Train:
The hotel is within one km of Hastings railway station. Trains run regularly between Hastings and London, Ashford, Gatwick and Brighton.
Restaurants
Terrace café-bar is open from 07:00 until midnight. It has 2 large heated seafront terraces with stunning views across the English Channel.
The hotel's generous cooked full English breakfasts are available every day until 11:00 and are known as the ?Full Audrey?, named after the head cook who has worked at the hotel for 42 years. Guests eating in the cafe-bar and charging to their room, get a 20% discount. Dinner is available from 17:30 until 21:30, and other light meals and snacks are available until 22.00. The bar is the SE Sussex CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) pub of the year 2008.
You can call or email the hotel in advance of your stay for advice on other bars or restaurants in Hastings.
Important
Children must not be left alone in hotel rooms. Children are welcome in the bar until 21:00.
Please note that there will be limited services in the hotel and restaurant on Christmas Day. For more information, please contact the hotel by using the details found on your booking confirmation.
