Boutique Hotel — Camber Sands

Happiness
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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.

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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)

Thomas Haiste

17 December, 2022

Please thank Nikita for all that she did to make us feel welcome last Sunday night and Monday. We finally arrived, late, after being stuck for a couple of hours …

Please thank Nikita for all that she did to make us feel welcome last Sunday night and Monday. We finally arrived, late, after being stuck for a couple of hours in the snow up in Seddlescombe, followed by a somewhat hairy journey down to Rye. She greeted us with a warm welcome and a drink and squeezed us in for a last minute dinner, for which we were very grateful. When we were checking out, there was a little confusion about our disappeared breakfast bill, which was then waived with added generosity. We try to get to The Gallivant at least a couple of times a year. It is one of our very favourite places to be. The care and service we receive is always brilliant and this time was no exception. Thank you.

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Hannah Flowers-Smith

15 December, 2022

Great cosy space, lovely room, friendly staff. This was our second visit and we are so pleased we came again.

Carol West

14 December, 2022

Another perfect stay at the Gallivant! You feel relaxed the second you walk through the door. Always delicious food, the comfiest beds and the most amazing staff ensure that you …

Another perfect stay at the Gallivant! You feel relaxed the second you walk through the door. Always delicious food, the comfiest beds and the most amazing staff ensure that you can not do anything other than sit back and relax Having the most beautiful beach a minute's stroll from the front door is the icing on the cake.
Special mentions to Dan who took great care of us during this our 4 th stay, Hamish who was charming, Lindsay who is always fab and of course Paul who is just an absolute legend! His enthusiasm and knowledge is second to none and he has time for everyone. Last but not least the chefs who consistently deliver the most delicious and adventurous food.

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Tom Robinson

14 December, 2022

This was our first stay at the Gallivant and it was superb in every sense. The accommodation and food were excellent as expected and all of the staff were …

This was our first stay at the Gallivant and it was superb in every sense. The accommodation and food were excellent as expected and all of the staff were outstanding – very personable and all contributed to a relaxed atmosphere. We actually got engaged during the weekend and they went out of their way to make it a memorable experience for us. It would be unfair to single anybody out but we really enjoyed talking to Paul about the various wines being served. We will be back one day!

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Pippa Arnold

13 December, 2022

The hotel is beautifully decorated and feels so cosy. The food and drink were delicious and we really enjoyed our stay!

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Customer reviews

(31 reviews)

Thomas Haiste

17 December, 2022

Please thank Nikita for all that she did to make us feel welcome last Sunday night and Monday. We finally arrived, late, after being stuck for a couple of hours …

Please thank Nikita for all that she did to make us feel welcome last Sunday night and Monday. We finally arrived, late, after being stuck for a couple of hours in the snow up in Seddlescombe, followed by a somewhat hairy journey down to Rye. She greeted us with a warm welcome and a drink and squeezed us in for a last minute dinner, for which we were very grateful. When we were checking out, there was a little confusion about our disappeared breakfast bill, which was then waived with added generosity. We try to get to The Gallivant at least a couple of times a year. It is one of our very favourite places to be. The care and service we receive is always brilliant and this time was no exception. Thank you.

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Hannah Flowers-Smith

15 December, 2022

Great cosy space, lovely room, friendly staff. This was our second visit and we are so pleased we came again.

Carol West

14 December, 2022

Another perfect stay at the Gallivant! You feel relaxed the second you walk through the door. Always delicious food, the comfiest beds and the most amazing staff ensure that you …

Another perfect stay at the Gallivant! You feel relaxed the second you walk through the door. Always delicious food, the comfiest beds and the most amazing staff ensure that you can not do anything other than sit back and relax Having the most beautiful beach a minute's stroll from the front door is the icing on the cake.
Special mentions to Dan who took great care of us during this our 4 th stay, Hamish who was charming, Lindsay who is always fab and of course Paul who is just an absolute legend! His enthusiasm and knowledge is second to none and he has time for everyone. Last but not least the chefs who consistently deliver the most delicious and adventurous food.

Show more Show less

Tom Robinson

14 December, 2022

This was our first stay at the Gallivant and it was superb in every sense. The accommodation and food were excellent as expected and all of the staff were …

This was our first stay at the Gallivant and it was superb in every sense. The accommodation and food were excellent as expected and all of the staff were outstanding – very personable and all contributed to a relaxed atmosphere. We actually got engaged during the weekend and they went out of their way to make it a memorable experience for us. It would be unfair to single anybody out but we really enjoyed talking to Paul about the various wines being served. We will be back one day!

Show more Show less

Pippa Arnold

13 December, 2022

The hotel is beautifully decorated and feels so cosy. The food and drink were delicious and we really enjoyed our stay!

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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

Thomas Haiste

17 December, 2022

Hannah Flowers-Smith

15 December, 2022

Carol West

14 December, 2022

Tom Robinson

14 December, 2022

Pippa Arnold

13 December, 2022

Thomas Haiste

17 December, 2022

Hannah Flowers-Smith

15 December, 2022

Carol West

14 December, 2022

Tom Robinson

14 December, 2022

Pippa Arnold

13 December, 2022

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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