Holiday rentals in Hastings

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Flat in Saint Leonards on Sea East Sussex

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 278 reviews

Beautiful sea view Victorian apartment

This raised ground floor apartment has direct sea views in an architect refurbished 1838 Decimus Burton house. The apartment is exceptionally spacious, with light and airy decor and a selection of original artwork. It is a wonderful space to relax, admire the sea views and watch the world go by. The apartment and entire building have been restored , it has a modern spacious kitchen and living room with underfloor heating. There is a South facing balcony with sea views and a garden terrace.

24 Sept – 1 Oct

£122 per night
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Flat in East Sussex

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Stylish apartment in a great location near the sea

Great private apartment. Great location. Great reviews! Enjoy the best of Hastings and St Leonards. A light, spacious and quiet self contained apartment moments walk from Hastings Pier, the beach and within easy walking distance to the restaurants, pubs and shops of both Hastings Old Town and St Leonards. With it's own front door, you're welcome to come and go as you please. The property is on a lovely row of Victorian villas in a Conservation Area which overlooking the sea and the pier.

12–19 Jul

£98 per night
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Apartment in East Sussex

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 406 reviews

Coastguard Apartment with Sea Views in Hastings

Originally a coastguard cottage built in 1834, this apartment enjoys views out to sea from the sofa and from the bedroom. Nestled in a quiet street, yet only a one minute walk from the town centre, it's in a perfect spot to enjoy the historic town of Hastings. The apartment has been completely refurbished throughout, with every room containing lots of nods towards local life and culture... from the bespoke woodwork right to the placemats on the tables. Enjoy Hastings in a perfect setting.

5–12 Nov

£100 per night

Popular amenities for Hastings holiday rentals

Stay near Hastings's top sights

Hastings Castle83 locals recommend
The Sussex Exchange14 locals recommend
ALDI11 locals recommend
Alexandra Park92 locals recommend
White Rock Theatre36 locals recommend
East Hill40 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Hastings

Guest favourite

Apartment in East Sussex

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Sea-view apartment in the heart of St Leonard’s

26 Sept – 3 Oct

£121 per night
Guest favourite

Apartment in East Sussex

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Quality Victorian self-contained 1 Bed Apartment.

29 Aug – 5 Sept

£82 per night
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Flat in Hastings

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 647 reviews

Flat with Breathtaking Sea Views

13–20 Sept

£81 per night
Guest favourite

Flat in Saint Leonards

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews

Cosy Central Hideaway

13–20 Aug

£73 per night
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Cottage in Hastings

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Charming little workers cottage

26 Oct – 2 Nov

£80 per night
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Flat in Hastings,

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Lovely spacious seafront/ seaview apartment

16–23 Jun

£100 per night
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Apartment in East Sussex

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

BOUTIQUE 1 Bed Ground Fl. Flat with private garden

14–21 May

£71 per night
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Home in Hastings

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviews

Lovely seaside cottage as featured in magazines

7–14 Jan

£124 per night
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Guest house in East Sussex

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 316 reviews

The Annex

22–29 Jan

£110 per night
Guest favourite

Apartment in Hastings

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

The Basement Flat - St Leonards-on-Sea

1–8 Jun

£96 per night
Guest favourite

Guest suite in East Sussex

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

The Annexe, next to the beautiful Alexandra park

5–12 Sept

£79 per night
Guest favourite

Home in Hastings

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

A Converted Turkish Bath House by the Sea

8–15 Aug

£741 per night

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Hastings

Total rentals

1K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

460 properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

60 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

300 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

450 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

45K reviews

Your guide to Hastings

Welcome to Hastings

For nearly 1,000 years, Hastings was famous for a battle that didn’t even take place here. Now it’s gained a new popularity as a characterful seaside town with three miles of pebble beach, a thriving arts scene, and a lively community vibe. Dilapidated Turkish baths on the seafront have been remodelled into the world’s largest subterranean skate park, and its derelict pier was reborn as an award-winning minimalist masterpiece. You can still explore the ruins of the stone castle built by William the Conqueror after the invasion of 1066, but there’s plenty of other history too. Nestled between the cliffs to the east of the beach, the Old Town’s narrow streets date back to medieval times; its Tudor and Georgian shop fronts are filled with antiques, boutiques, and tearooms, as well as museums on everything from the art of flower pressing to the town’s seafaring history.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Hastings

The beach is at its warmest and sunniest (and, yes, busiest) from June to September, and though some of the seaside attractions are seasonal, there’s plenty to enjoy in Hastings all year round. The town keeps a busy calendar of local events, some of which have to be seen to be believed, such as the May Day weekend tradition of the Jack in the Green parade, which involves Morris dancing through the Old Town and burning a leafy effigy. Another special spectacle is Pirate Day in July, when locals dress up as pirates, while Carnival Week in August is no less colourful and includes the delightful Old Town Pram Race. There’s a major bonfire celebration on the beach in October, while each June the town hosts a major global sporting event: the World Crazy Golf Championships.


Top things to do in Hastings

America Ground

The triangle of streets surrounding Holy Trinity Church has a fascinating backstory. Originally a bank of shingle washed up by a 13th-century storm, it fostered an independent community outside the reach of the town’s governance, and in the early 19th century even declared its allegiance to the United States of America. Today you can admire its rebel spirit from an indie coffee shop, vegan café, or tattoo parlour.

Hastings Country Park

Take the East Hill Lift, Britain’s steepest funicular train, built in 1902, from the beach to the top of the cliffs and you’ll be rewarded with the freedom of this 850-acre nature reserve. Wildlife and birdlife enjoy its many habitats, which range from woodland to open meadow and stretch all the way to Pett Beach. On a clear day the spectacular views can extend to the French coast.

St Leonards-on-Sea

Hastings’s younger sister was born in the 1820s, when the architects responsible for London’s Bloomsbury area developed this seaside resort for Georgian well-to-dos. Its Regency style has taken on a slightly raffish air in the centuries since, and there’s a bohemian feel to its shops and businesses, as well as a lovely park and a beach that reaches all the way to Bexhill.

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