Located close to Pevensey Castle and Sovereign Harbour, The Relais Cooden Beach provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a firepit. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a body treatment, or a deep-tissue massage at The Relais Retreats Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine brasserie, The Rally Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Bexhill-on-Sea, The Relais Cooden Beach is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alexandra Park and South Downs National Park, while White Rock Theatre and Eastbourne Bandstand are cultural highlights. Pevensey Castle and Hastings Pier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing. Visit our Bexhill-on-Sea travel guide
Located close to Pevensey Castle and Sovereign Harbour, The Relais Cooden Beach provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a firepit. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a body treatment, or a deep-tissue massage at The Relais Retreats Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine brasserie, The Rally Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Full breakfast (surcharge), beach towels, and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and wedding services
Coffee/tea in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and beach umbrellas
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
The Rally Bar
The Rally Restaurant
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Full-service spa
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Firepit
Garden
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Sauna
Spa open daily
Steam room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1928
Edwardian architecture
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
24-inch TV
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
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Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Frequently asked questions
Is The Relais Cooden Beach pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Relais Cooden Beach?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Relais Cooden Beach on 27 September 2026 start from AED 442, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at The Relais Cooden Beach?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Relais Cooden Beach?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Relais Cooden Beach located?
Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pevensey Castle, Hastings Pier, and White Rock Theatre. Alexandra Park and Sovereign Harbour are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bexhill Cooden Beach Station is only a 1-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Relais Cooden Beach Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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We had a very nice sea view room and had dinner on the terrace. Really nice food and good service. We were there only one night but would like to stay there again and for longer.
Great overall hotel and for easy access to coast line from Hastings through to Seven Sisters Cliff
The hotel is next to train line but no issues re noise
Staff is great and supportive
Breakfast various options from hot and cold. Great Sunday roast.
We very much enjoyed our stay with you. The room was very clean and the aspect was beautiful.
Checking in was a little slow due to some admin problems but overall a good stay.
Lovely atmosphere great staff
Ask for a quiet room at the back.
Our room was at the front, such a shame we had very little sleep due to the traffic noise.
I loved the relaxed vibe, the friendly staff and the location right on the beach. It’s a bit retro, but in all the good ways. It was just lacking a seafront pool and a shower for the thermal spa. Fantastic food.
We had an amazing stay, the hotel and staff are fabulous. The spa is a little on the small side and when busy doesn’t offer many areas to escape everyone, but the treatments are fantastic and well worth the money. Overall a fantastic stay! Thank you, we will be back!
Fantastic bathroom. Comfortable bed.
Helpful staff. A bit of a rabbit warren. No lift to upper floors. An elderly couple were struggling up the stairs and were not finding it easy. The staff had offered to help them but they had declined.
Would have helped to have written information about meal times, local transport especially train service, contact numbers and places of local interest
Great hotel and stay. Can't fault it...friendly & helpful staff, tasty evening meal & breakfast, comfortable room, with fantastic sea view and enjoyable spa facilities (worth the additional payment)!
Lovely Hotel with friendly staff and good food.
However, restaurant staff need more training as several times mistakes were made with our food and drink orders.
Get this done and we would have given top marks.
We did enjoy our three days break.
Friendly and accommodating staff. Room clean and had everything we needed. Very tasty breakfast with attentive and pleasant staff service.
I would recommend this hotel.
Booked a short stay first-time visit and everything was perfect! Room clean & comfortable, staff friendly & attentive, food served hot & cocktails delicious! Spa therapist Steph was amazing and would highly recommend a treatment.
Great hotel right on the beach. Staff were friendly and helpful, and food at the restaurant was great (we had breakfast, lunch and dinner over 2 days). Small spa area which was a nice treat after a days cycling! Our room was on the small side but it was perfectly fine for a short stay (and the bathroom was big!) Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nicola
1 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a wonderful stay, food was lovely, room was spacious with lovely decor. Treatment in the spa was fabulous. Very nice stay, thank you, we will be back!
Had a lovely stay at this beachfront hotel. Room was clean, the staff was friendly and there was ample parking. The food was nice and the cocktails were amazing. Will stay again.