Boutique Hotel — Camber Sands

Happiness
is a place

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Welcome

Experience Happiness

The sand between your toes. Sky and beach as far as your eyes can see. Wonderful food made with love. Deeply comfortable beds in beautifully thought out bedrooms. Daily yoga and wellness classes. A mini Bamford Spa.

But above all else, a team that are here to make you smile. So you leave not only revived and restored, but happy too.

We are proud to be a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World representing 500 of the very best, small independent luxury hotels around the world.

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Stay

Rest assured

Sinking into a sensational bed in a beautifully thought out room. Our bed linen has a seriously high thread count. Sweet dreams.

Eat and drink

Wonderful food made with love

Everything our cooks do is an extension of their personality, it comes through their fingers and finishes on your plate.

Sustainability

How we manage our impact

We are committed to reducing out impact on the world, improving our sustainable working practices and creating a working environment that we can all be proud to be associated with and recognised as a leading light in our industry of hospitality.

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Spa

The Bamford Cabin

A sanctuary of calm devoted to relaxing, restoring and nurturing your well-being with treatments delivered by our expert practitioners.

Treatments can be booked online, you don’t need to be a member or staying with us.

What's On

Curated events

A program of inspiring wellness events and holistic activities that anyone can book. Events to meet other kindred spirits, that will make you happy and uplift your soul.

Plan an event

Exclusive take overs

Our highly considered hotel, with its variety of beautiful spaces and beach beyond the dunes, is a uniquely relaxing environment to host your private event or gathering.

PLAN AN EVENT

Corporate gatherings and brand activations

We have hosted everyone from large multi-nationals to emerging challenger brands. Board meetings, department off sites, product and fashion launches.

Weddings

Exclusive celebrations and weddings

We create totally bespoke events during which our hotel becomes your private beach house by the sea, exclusively yours for you and your guests.

Membership

Happiness is a place you can join

Enjoy priority access to our beautifully considered spaces, exquisitely prepared food, sensational beds, calming treatments, inspiring classes and special events at special member’s rates.

In the press

The 50 Best Boutique Hotels in the UK

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Customer Reviews

Happiness Delivered

We ask everyone that comes to stay for feedback. Here are the 5 most recent.

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Customer reviews

(504 reviews)

Tim Hamilton

30 July, 2023

Wonderful time as usual.

Our third time and as usual a fun time

Catherine Walsh

30 July, 2023

I had the most wonderful stay with you last week. I enjoyed it so much that I extended my stay by an extra day. Every member of the staff went …

I had the most wonderful stay with you last week. I enjoyed it so much that I extended my stay by an extra day. Every member of the staff went out of their way to make me feel comfortable. In particular, Georgina, whom I interacted with the most, was a delight. I found the gardens to be perfectly manicured with many opportunities to sit and read. And, the food was exceptional. I had dined every night and was very satisfied. The only glitch was taxi availability. I didn't have a car and getting a taxi was quite tricky. I realize this is out of your control. Said that, I was driven to the train station on the day of my departure by the resident manager of "happiness" which was not only generous but was a testament your excellent customer service. I can't wait to return.

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Ryan Lafferty

28 July, 2023

We really loved staying there and will definitely be back again soon. Lindsay and her team were incredible for our short stay.

We loved the Garden room, will definitely be …

We really loved staying there and will definitely be back again soon. Lindsay and her team were incredible for our short stay.

We loved the Garden room, will definitely be booking that again next time.

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Charlotte Caughey

26 July, 2023

We booked a last minute stay at The Gallivant and had a wonderful stay. It really exceeded all expectations and is a truly lovely place to get away. The …

We booked a last minute stay at The Gallivant and had a wonderful stay. It really exceeded all expectations and is a truly lovely place to get away. The staff were very friendly and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The food in the restaurant was amazing. Would highly recommend and hope to return one day.

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Max Wilkes

25 July, 2023

We had such a lovely stay – it really is a gem. Felt comfortable and stylish, but not in anyway pretentious.

All the staff stood one, especially a newer blonde lady …

We had such a lovely stay – it really is a gem. Felt comfortable and stylish, but not in anyway pretentious.

All the staff stood one, especially a newer blonde lady on reception. Such a kind and helpful person!

There was a misunderstanding with the U30 rate on website, but the general manager was so great at dealing with it. She listed to the issue and solved very professionally. You can tell she really cares about the place :).

Would love to come again!

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Customer reviews

(31 reviews)

Tim Hamilton

30 July, 2023

Wonderful time as usual.

Our third time and as usual a fun time

Catherine Walsh

30 July, 2023

I had the most wonderful stay with you last week. I enjoyed it so much that I extended my stay by an extra day. Every member of the staff went …

I had the most wonderful stay with you last week. I enjoyed it so much that I extended my stay by an extra day. Every member of the staff went out of their way to make me feel comfortable. In particular, Georgina, whom I interacted with the most, was a delight. I found the gardens to be perfectly manicured with many opportunities to sit and read. And, the food was exceptional. I had dined every night and was very satisfied. The only glitch was taxi availability. I didn't have a car and getting a taxi was quite tricky. I realize this is out of your control. Said that, I was driven to the train station on the day of my departure by the resident manager of "happiness" which was not only generous but was a testament your excellent customer service. I can't wait to return.

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Ryan Lafferty

28 July, 2023

We really loved staying there and will definitely be back again soon. Lindsay and her team were incredible for our short stay.

We loved the Garden room, will definitely be …

We really loved staying there and will definitely be back again soon. Lindsay and her team were incredible for our short stay.

We loved the Garden room, will definitely be booking that again next time.

Show more Show less

Charlotte Caughey

26 July, 2023

We booked a last minute stay at The Gallivant and had a wonderful stay. It really exceeded all expectations and is a truly lovely place to get away. The …

We booked a last minute stay at The Gallivant and had a wonderful stay. It really exceeded all expectations and is a truly lovely place to get away. The staff were very friendly and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The food in the restaurant was amazing. Would highly recommend and hope to return one day.

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Max Wilkes

25 July, 2023

We had such a lovely stay – it really is a gem. Felt comfortable and stylish, but not in anyway pretentious.

All the staff stood one, especially a newer blonde lady …

We had such a lovely stay – it really is a gem. Felt comfortable and stylish, but not in anyway pretentious.

All the staff stood one, especially a newer blonde lady on reception. Such a kind and helpful person!

There was a misunderstanding with the U30 rate on website, but the general manager was so great at dealing with it. She listed to the issue and solved very professionally. You can tell she really cares about the place :).

Would love to come again!

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FAQs

Here to help

If you can’t find the answer to your question please drop us a line or two and we’ll respond within a matter of hours.

What is included your room rate?

Depends what room rate you have booked….

The Essential Gallivant includes a simple continental style breakfast, House supper or £15 credit per person towards our a la carte menu, English Wine at 5 – a glass of English wine to enjoy and whatever wellness class(es) are on that day, normally yoga.

The Complete Gallivant also includes a much more amazing breakfast of cooked dishes from the kitchen, three courses from our a la carte at dinner and We Have Drift Off sleepy time tea by your bed at bedtime.

What are the check in and check out times?

Our check in time is 4pm and check out 11am. If you would like to come earlier (or stay later) to have lunch or a drink at the bar that’s absolutely fine. You can either leave your bags in the car or we’ll look after them until your bedroom is ready or you’re ready to go.

Are dogs allowed at the Gallivant / on the beach?

Yes, but we only allow smallish dogs, so nothing bigger than a spaniel please. They are allowed in the bar area and in four of our bedrooms. They are also allowed on the beach all year round.

Where is the nearest station / How long is the train journey from London?

In Rye, 4 miles away. There is a high speed train from London St Pancras every hour. It takes 1 hour 9 minutes, change at Ashford International.

What are the Dining Room opening times?

Breakfast 8am to 11am
Day, Mon to Fri 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Weekend lunch 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Dinner 6.00pm to 9.00pm

Can I charge my car?

Yes, we have two car charging points. If you are coming to stay and would like to reserve one please email reservations@thegallivant.co.uk

Boutique Hotel — Camber Sands

Welcome

Stay

Eat and drink

Sustainability

Spa

What's On

Plan an event

PLAN AN EVENT

Weddings

Membership

In the press

Happiness Delivered

Tim Hamilton

30 July, 2023

Catherine Walsh

30 July, 2023

Ryan Lafferty

28 July, 2023

Charlotte Caughey

26 July, 2023

Max Wilkes

25 July, 2023

Tim Hamilton

30 July, 2023

Catherine Walsh

30 July, 2023

Ryan Lafferty

28 July, 2023

Charlotte Caughey

26 July, 2023

Max Wilkes

25 July, 2023

Here to help

What is included your room rate?

What are the check in and check out times?

Are dogs allowed at the Gallivant / on the beach?

Where is the nearest station / How long is the train journey from London?

What are the Dining Room opening times?

Can I charge my car?

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