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Boutique Hotel — Camber Sands

Happiness
is a place

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.

 

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.

 

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.








Customer reviews
(504 reviews)


03 May, 2023

We had an absolutely brilliant time at The Gallivant. The attention to detail in the decor, comfort, incredible food and amazing staff made it an absolute dream. Lynsey, Jonathan and …

We had an absolutely brilliant time at The Gallivant. The attention to detail in the decor, comfort, incredible food and amazing staff made it an absolute dream. Lynsey, Jonathan and Georgina went the extra mile. Katy and Andy's yoga sessions were the icing on the cake.

Thanks so much and see you soon!

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01 May, 2023

A great place for us to stay. The welcome was great and the unobtrusive catering for our comfort was perfect. Staff were genuinely concerned to help and make our stay …

A great place for us to stay. The welcome was great and the unobtrusive catering for our comfort was perfect. Staff were genuinely concerned to help and make our stay as comfortable as they could. All of this was much appreciated. We very much hope to return.

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29 April, 2023

The gallivant has been the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in and what makes it’s so amazing is the lovely friendly staff which made me and my wife so welcome …

The gallivant has been the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in and what makes it’s so amazing is the lovely friendly staff which made me and my wife so welcome and so relaxed. Thank you for such an incredible three days of pure bliss.

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29 April, 2023

we had a wonderful time and thank you to all your great staff front of house and behind the scenes.




25 April, 2023

My wife and I had a truly wonderful stay with you. You have created a wonderful atmosphere and a beautifully welcoming environment. The interior design is a delight and …

My wife and I had a truly wonderful stay with you. You have created a wonderful atmosphere and a beautifully welcoming environment. The interior design is a delight and the food was amazing. We took you up on the Complete Gallivant which was a great option to make the most of our stay with the nice touches this includes. ( We were missed out though on our Drift Off sleepy tea last night but not a problem at all as we were naturally very tired after a day of walking in the local area.

What makes The Gallivant work so well is your staff, they all know how to provide outstanding, friendly , informative service with a smile. From the moment we arrived Lyndsay greeted us warmly and then from there everyone we encountered Tim , John , Lara in the bar and restaurant and Crystal on front desk were a pleasure to meet. Ruth also looked after us very well with our massages. Those whose names we didn’t pick up were also all excellent ambassadors of your impressive establishment. The attention to detail from the games, books to the artwork and fixtures and fittings are all perfect.

We are looking forward to seeing your new hotel in Kent and will be recommending The Gallivant to our friends as a truly memorable place to enjoy a wonderful break. Thank you once again , a very happy Stuart and Angela.

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Customer reviews
(31 reviews)

Jean Wilson

03 May, 2023

We had an absolutely brilliant time at The Gallivant. The attention to detail in the decor, comfort, incredible food and amazing staff made it an absolute dream. Lynsey, Jonathan and …

We had an absolutely brilliant time at The Gallivant. The attention to detail in the decor, comfort, incredible food and amazing staff made it an absolute dream. Lynsey, Jonathan and Georgina went the extra mile. Katy and Andy's yoga sessions were the icing on the cake.

Thanks so much and see you soon!

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Kathryn May

01 May, 2023

A great place for us to stay. The welcome was great and the unobtrusive catering for our comfort was perfect. Staff were genuinely concerned to help and make our stay …

A great place for us to stay. The welcome was great and the unobtrusive catering for our comfort was perfect. Staff were genuinely concerned to help and make our stay as comfortable as they could. All of this was much appreciated. We very much hope to return.

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Ben Speirs

29 April, 2023

The gallivant has been the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in and what makes it’s so amazing is the lovely friendly staff which made me and my wife so welcome …

The gallivant has been the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in and what makes it’s so amazing is the lovely friendly staff which made me and my wife so welcome and so relaxed. Thank you for such an incredible three days of pure bliss.

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Andrew Dootson

29 April, 2023

we had a wonderful time and thank you to all your great staff front of house and behind the scenes.

Stuart Deverill

25 April, 2023

My wife and I had a truly wonderful stay with you. You have created a wonderful atmosphere and a beautifully welcoming environment. The interior design is a delight and …

My wife and I had a truly wonderful stay with you. You have created a wonderful atmosphere and a beautifully welcoming environment. The interior design is a delight and the food was amazing. We took you up on the Complete Gallivant which was a great option to make the most of our stay with the nice touches this includes. ( We were missed out though on our Drift Off sleepy tea last night but not a problem at all as we were naturally very tired after a day of walking in the local area.

What makes The Gallivant work so well is your staff, they all know how to provide outstanding, friendly , informative service with a smile. From the moment we arrived Lyndsay greeted us warmly and then from there everyone we encountered Tim , John , Lara in the bar and restaurant and Crystal on front desk were a pleasure to meet. Ruth also looked after us very well with our massages. Those whose names we didn’t pick up were also all excellent ambassadors of your impressive establishment. The attention to detail from the games, books to the artwork and fixtures and fittings are all perfect.

We are looking forward to seeing your new hotel in Kent and will be recommending The Gallivant to our friends as a truly memorable place to enjoy a wonderful break. Thank you once again , a very happy Stuart and Angela.

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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

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Giving

You give,
we give

Every time you come and stay or eat and drink with us we make a donation to Blood Cancer UK. Since the pandemic they need our support more than ever. It’s a lovely feeling to make people happy.

Click on the Giving Back link to the left to find out more.
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