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Bedrooms: 8
Description
Description
This former award-winning boutique Hotel in the trendy St Leonards area of Hastings boasts exceptional sea-views from all the major rooms. Eight ensuite bedrooms comfortably sleep 16 to 18 while the ground-floor now offers excellent reception rooms, a well-equipped kitchen and a terraced garden with BBQ, outdoor dining area & hot-tub.
High-speed internet is available throughout the property and Netflix is available in all the bedrooms. High-quality bed linen, REN toiletries, fluffy bathrobes and complimentary slippers are all provided for maximum lounging. The bedrooms are spotlessly clean and maintained to a high standard.
The ground floor is the heart of the house. The fully-fitted kitchen is well-equipped and opens-up (via bi-fold doors) to a covered area of garden with BBQ, hot tub and outdoor lounge & dining areas. At the other end of the kitchen, the atmospheric dining room comfortably seats 14 / 16 people and there is an additional small table that seats 3 or 4 within easy reach. The main dining room leads to the cosy lounge with an array of comfortable seating, sea views, its own bar, a Sage (bean to cup) coffee machine, large screen TV & Bluray DVD.
As a holiday house, the former hotel promises a special experience for family get-togethers, friends' reunions, noteworthy occasions, wedding anniversaries and big birthdays. The all-ensuite bedrooms offer space and privacy when needed while the open-plan reception areas allow for everyone to come together for evening cocktails, fabulous meals, and late-night film viewing.
Experience
No. of People In Team
1
Overview of Zanzibar House
Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Reception Capacity
18
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
8
Sleeps No. of People
18
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Venue Details
Exclusive use
Water view
Reviews (6)
(6)
- CChloe27/11/2023Perfect! Can't wait to go back!Perfect! Can't wait to go back!Zanzibar is everything the photos suggest and more! So very impressive from top to bottom. Each room so beautifully thought out, luxurious and comfortable. Perfect and super welcoming hosts, we really appreciated and enjoyed all the personal touches especially the cake! Thank you so much, we really enjoyed our staycation. A truly unforgettable experience which we would definitely recommend and hope to be able to return some day XxZanzibar is everything the photos suggest and more! So very impressive from top to bottom. Each room so beautifully thought out, luxurious and comfortable. Perfect and super welcoming hosts, we really appreciated and enjoyed all the personal touches especially the cake! Thank you so much, we really enjoyed our staycation. A truly unforgettable experience which we would definitely recommend and hope to be able to return some day Xx
- PPatsy27/11/2023Luxurious, Large and very comfortableLuxurious, Large and very comfortableThis is a really lovely place to stay with a group of friends for a weekend on the coast. The bedrooms are really beautiful, and are just as the photos show them to be - luxurious, large, and very comfortable, with incredibly comfortable beds and big fluffy towels. The kitchen is huge and well equipped, and the lounge/bar area is lovely and works really well as a place to chill out together. There’s plenty of space in the house and garden for people to do what they want.This is a really lovely place to stay with a group of friends for a weekend on the coast. The bedrooms are really beautiful, and are just as the photos show them to be - luxurious, large, and very comfortable, with incredibly comfortable beds and big fluffy towels. The kitchen is huge and well equipped, and the lounge/bar area is lovely and works really well as a place to chill out together. There’s plenty of space in the house and garden for people to do what they want.
- JJim27/11/2023Family get-togetherFamily get-togetherLuxury , quirky stay for group gatherings beside the sea in cool location. Fun world themed rooms from Japan to Manhattan. Uninterrupted sea views. Amazing palm tree garden and hot tub! Hosts super speedy , relaxed yet attentive and left a welcome pack including delicious birthday cake. Local area a bit more hipster than I last remembered ! Super breakfast / cocktail bar on beach called Goat Ledge. Lucked out with the Sunny weather meant we could go swimming just 50 yards away... Hope to be backLuxury , quirky stay for group gatherings beside the sea in cool location. Fun world themed rooms from Japan to Manhattan. Uninterrupted sea views. Amazing palm tree garden and hot tub! Hosts super speedy , relaxed yet attentive and left a welcome pack including delicious birthday cake. Local area a bit more hipster than I last remembered ! Super breakfast / cocktail bar on beach called Goat Ledge. Lucked out with the Sunny weather meant we could go swimming just 50 yards away... Hope to be back
- CCaroline27/11/2023Beautiful house, great weekend !Beautiful house, great weekend !We were at Zanzibar House for a 60th birthday, 14 of staying and another 2 in a nearby B&B. The house was exactly what we needed, all the bedrooms are comfortable and well furnished, the communal space is large and great for a big group and the kitchen is very well equipped for catering for a party. Hot tub very relaxing too. Max and Katie were very helpful and communicative when contacted with queries. Overall- we couldn’t have asked for more!We were at Zanzibar House for a 60th birthday, 14 of staying and another 2 in a nearby B&B. The house was exactly what we needed, all the bedrooms are comfortable and well furnished, the communal space is large and great for a big group and the kitchen is very well equipped for catering for a party. Hot tub very relaxing too. Max and Katie were very helpful and communicative when contacted with queries. Overall- we couldn’t have asked for more!
- CCaroline J27/11/2023Zanzibar House is Magical ✨️Zanzibar House is Magical ✨️Zanzibar House is such a magical place. The owners, Max & Katie, have created something very special and beautiful with real attention to detail throughout the whole property. Both Max & Katie are incredibly lovely and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. There was a delicious cake and a bottle of bubbly greetings us on arrival. Exploring the house and its themed rooms was so much fun The seafront location is excellent, right next to some quirky bars and restaurants and 15 minutes walkZanzibar House is such a magical place. The owners, Max & Katie, have created something very special and beautiful with real attention to detail throughout the whole property. Both Max & Katie are incredibly lovely and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. There was a delicious cake and a bottle of bubbly greetings us on arrival. Exploring the house and its themed rooms was so much fun The seafront location is excellent, right next to some quirky bars and restaurants and 15 minutes walk
- KKerry T.27/11/2023Absolutely beautiful house and locationAbsolutely beautiful house and locationWe had the most amazing stay at Zanzibar House. The house is stunning, there was everything we could possibly need, including white gowns, slippers and fluffy towels, also beech/hot tub towels. It was spotlessly clean. All of the bedrooms were beautifully decorated and all with on-suite. Max the owner was so helpful and happy to help with any quires we had. I would 100% recommend and we will be visiting again. Thank you for a truly memorable weekend in your amazing house.We had the most amazing stay at Zanzibar House. The house is stunning, there was everything we could possibly need, including white gowns, slippers and fluffy towels, also beech/hot tub towels. It was spotlessly clean. All of the bedrooms were beautifully decorated and all with on-suite. Max the owner was so helpful and happy to help with any quires we had. I would 100% recommend and we will be visiting again. Thank you for a truly memorable weekend in your amazing house.
Location & Contact Details for Zanzibar House
Location & Contact Details for Zanzibar House
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Where is Zanzibar House located?
Zanzibar House is located in the trendy St Leonards area of Hastings, East Sussex, England, with the postal code TN37 6BY. It offers easy access to the beautiful seaside and local attractions.
How many guests can Zanzibar House accommodate?
Zanzibar House features eight ensuite bedrooms that comfortably sleep 16 to 18 guests, making it ideal for family get-togethers, friends' reunions, and special occasions.
Does Zanzibar House have sea views?
Yes, Zanzibar House boasts exceptional sea-views from all the major rooms, providing a stunning and relaxing environment for your stay or event.
What amenities are available in the bedrooms at Zanzibar House?
Each ensuite bedroom is maintained to a high standard and includes high-quality bed linen, REN toiletries, fluffy bathrobes, complimentary slippers, and Netflix access, ensuring maximum comfort and convenience.
What facilities does the ground floor of Zanzibar House offer?
The ground floor is the heart of the house and includes:
- A fully-fitted, well-equipped kitchen with bi-fold doors opening to a covered garden area
- A terraced garden featuring a BBQ, hot tub, outdoor lounge and dining areas
- An atmospheric dining room seating 14 to 16 people plus an additional small table for 3 to 4 guests
- A cosy lounge with comfortable seating, sea views, its own bar, a Sage bean-to-cup coffee machine, large screen TV, and Bluray DVD player
Is there internet access throughout Zanzibar House?
Yes, high-speed internet is available throughout Zanzibar House, allowing guests to stay connected whether for leisure or business purposes.
Can Zanzibar House accommodate events like weddings or anniversaries?
Absolutely. Zanzibar House is perfect for noteworthy occasions such as weddings, wedding anniversaries, big birthdays, and other special celebrations, offering spacious ensuite bedrooms and open-plan reception areas for gatherings.
Does Zanzibar House provide any entertainment options on-site?
Yes, guests can enjoy Netflix in all bedrooms, a large screen TV with Bluray DVD in the lounge, and a fully stocked bar area to enhance their entertainment experience during their stay.
Is the kitchen at Zanzibar House suitable for group cooking or catering?
The kitchen is fully-fitted and well-equipped, ideal for preparing meals for large groups. It seamlessly opens via bi-fold doors to the garden with BBQ facilities, perfect for both indoor and outdoor dining experiences.
What makes Zanzibar House unique compared to other venues in St Leonards?
Zanzibar House is a former award-winning boutique hotel that combines the charm of a stylish seaside property with modern luxuries like high-speed internet, ensuite bedrooms, stunning sea views, and excellent communal spaces including a hot tub, BBQ, and outdoor lounging areas, making it a standout choice for memorable events and gatherings.
