Bed & Breakfast in Hastings

The reviews we read before our visit meant we were keeping an open mind. Good customer service before arrival put us in the right mood as this was the start of a celebration trip. The car park at St Benedict is very small but there was plenty of street parking and it looked like a safe area, which it proved to be. The Victorian feel starts from the moment you ring the door bell and a warm welcome from Alexandr. We were checked in quickly and shown to Mr Parry's room, the only en-suite room here. We were then offered, and accepted, tea and cake in the garden. This was a quality experience that immediately had us relaxed. The house is crammed full of Victorian artefacts and they are fascinating. Much of it is religious in content and reflects the Orthadox faith followed by the hosts. Religion is not forced upon you but they do offer good tips, we were told that Ramsgate at the end of our trip had an excellent church to visit and they were right. It was nice to have time away from the TV and it was really nice having the radio on at breakfast. Breakfast is ordered the previous evening and time you want it stated. It is of very good quality and plentiful. All in all, a great place to stay, with excellent hosts and plenty to look at around the house. The main town is not too far away but the area is very hilly. Many thanks to Paul and Alexandr for making the start of our trip so special and memorable for all the right reasons.

Hospitality at its very best. The rooms are a delight, beautiful furnishings, comfy beds etc. has everything you need, fridge, tea, coffee, fresh milk etc. Breakfast was amazing, try the fresh fruit & granola for starters, there is so much choice for the next course, all individually freshly cooked for you, beautifully presented as well. Special thanks to Danielle who looks after everything in the Hotel, nothing is too much trouble, you can tell she really wants you to enjoy your stay - she is a delight what a lovely person, also a mention of George the owner of Moore House & Porters next door - such a great man, once again nothing too much trouble, friendly, chatty we were made so welcome we felt like one of the family - what a great experience, we will definitely be back and recommend this little gem right in the heart of the old town to anyone.