The Sefton

4.0 star property
Douglas beachfront hotel with restaurant, bar/lounge

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Double Room, Sea View
Reception
By the sea, The Sefton offers a tranquil retreat with a library, spa services like Ayurvedic treatments and aromatherapy, and an on-site restaurant serving Asian cuisine. Treat yourself to ocean views while you dine at Bonzai or stay active in the health club.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self-parking (surcharge)
  • Indoor swimming pools
The current price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Why we love this property

Views that dazzle
Savour ocean panoramas at this hotel's chic restaurant. Nestled by the beach and bay, this Victorian gem boasts prime city centre positioning.
Oceanfront dining delights
Asian cuisine and ocean-view dining await at this hotel's restaurant. The bar serves libations while cooked-to-order breakfast starts each day perfectly.

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Double Room (Atrium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Atrium)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Harris Promenade, Douglas, England, IM1 2RW

What's nearby

  • Douglas Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gaiety Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tynwald - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manx Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace Casino - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 19 min drive
  • Douglas Ferry Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Jaks Bar & Steakhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frank Matcham’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sam Webbs - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Villa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marmaris - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sefton

The Sefton is a great choice for your beach stay in Douglas. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages, facials and aromatherapy, and the indoor pool provides fun for everyone. Offering ocean views, Bonzai serves Asian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a health club and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 102 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (GBP 4 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Bonzai – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Sir Normans – Overlooking the ocean, this bar only serves dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self-parking costs GBP 4 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Sefton Douglas
Sefton Hotel
Sefton Hotel Douglas
The Sefton Hotel
The Sefton Douglas
The Sefton Hotel Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sefton offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sefton does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Sefton?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Sefton?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Sefton?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 4 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sefton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at The Sefton?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Palace Casino (12-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Sefton and nearby?

The Sefton has an indoor pool and a health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Sefton?

Yes, Bonzai offers Asian cuisine and ocean views.

What's the area around The Sefton like?

The Sefton is in the heart of Douglas, a short 1-minute walk from Gaiety Theatre and 7 minutes' walk from Manx Museum.

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