Your stay — Alexander's
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling (GBP)
You can exchange currency at the Eastbourne Pier or Hastings Town Centre, but be aware that airport bureaux may have poor rates. Credit cards are widely accepted, but cash is still preferred in local shops.
Contactless payments are accepted at most shops and restaurants, but some small businesses may only accept cash or chip-and-pin cards. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also widely accepted.
Tipping in restaurants and pubs is around 10-15% for good service, but not expected in cafes. Taxi drivers may round up the fare or not expect a tip, while hotel staff may not expect a tip but may appreciate it
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can cost around £1.50-£2.50 from a local café or coffee van
A budget-friendly lunch option is a fish and chip shop or a bakery, with prices around £5-£7
A cheap dinner option is a pub menu, with prices around £8-£12 for a main course
The Old Town and the seafront have a variety of street food stalls and markets offering affordable options
Co-op Food and Iceland are common budget supermarket chains in the area
Affordable high-street shopping can be found at the Hastings Town Centre or the Eastbourne Road high street
A day pass for public transport costs around £4.50 or you can buy individual tickets for £2.20, while the cheapest way from the airport is by bus (£4.50)
Buy a weekly bus pass for £20, use cashback apps like TopCashback, and shop at local markets for fresh produce
Good to know — Hastings
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
HastingsFor non-urgent police matters, call 101. For health advice, dial 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hastings, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Alexander's
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →London St Pancras International → Hastings Station
💡 Book via Trainline at least 24h ahead for off-peak fares; arrive at Hastings station, 3-min walk east to The Bank Hotel & Bistro.
Hastings Town Centre (Priory Meadow) → The Bank Hotel & Bistro (Cambridge Road)
💡 Buy a day rider (£4.50) if exploring; the stop is directly outside the hotel—watch for the 'Cambridge Gardens' sign.
Hastings Railway Station → The Bank Hotel & Bistro
💡 Use the app or call 01424 422244; the rank outside the station is reliable but often short-staffed after 20:00.
Gatwick Airport (LGW) → The Bank Hotel & Bistro, Hastings
💡 Pre-book with Hastings-based firms like Hastings Direct Cars to fix the price; avoid meter-flagged cabs at the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Alexander's?
Check-in at Alexander's is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Alexander's?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a fish and chip shop or a bakery, with prices around £5-£7
What is the cheapest way to get around from Alexander's?
A day pass for public transport costs around £4.50 or you can buy individual tickets for £2.20, while the cheapest way from the airport is by bus (£4.50)
Top Attractions in Hastings
💡 Walk to the far end on a weekday morning when it's quiet. The viewing panels let you see the wooden piles and shingle beach below. Free Wi-Fi near the café.
💡 Bring a reusable bottle. The water tastes metallic due to iron content -- it's an acquired taste but free and safe. Best visited after a walk along the East Hill.
💡 Enter from the Firehills car park for the shortest walk to the best sea views. The North's Seat viewpoint is worth the climb.
💡 The café has big windows overlooking the sea -- free to enter even without a ticket. Pop in for a coffee (3EUR) and watch the fishing boats.
💡 Skip the guided tour fee if you're on a strict budget -- the outside of the caves and the Old Town's alleyways (like the Twittens) are more atmospheric for free.