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The Sefton

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

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Exterior
Double Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor pool
Reception
Lobby sitting area
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
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • 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
$114 nightly
The total price is $120
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Views that dazzle
Savor ocean panoramas at this hotel's chic restaurant. Nestled by the beach and bay, this Victorian gem boasts prime city center 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

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Lobby

Double Room (Atrium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Lobby

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Atrium)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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Exterior

The Claremont

  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 383 reviews
$127 nightly
The price is $134
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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 travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 102 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 4 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette 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 center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 specializes in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Sir Normans - Overlooking the ocean, this bar serves dinner only. 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 check-out 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/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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 to 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 spots 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 onsite 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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Reviews

The Sefton Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a wide selection and delicious options. (59 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and bar served very good food and the attached Bonzai restaurant was superb. (4 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely and clean bonus with a unique design, suitable for families and a great way to relax. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Balcony
Bed
Location
Lobby
Bathroom
Shower
Food

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Excellent breakfast to suit all tastes.Particularly enjoyed the fried bread!
Patricia, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great first stay. Very welcoming staff on fornt desk
Grant, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Decent hotel, Limited parking.

Decent hotel, Limited parking.
Paul, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great hotel in a good location breakfast was epic.
Carl, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay at the Sefton for our holiday in the Isle of Man.
Deborah, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Douglas hotel

The staff at the Sefton are really friendly and helpful, the atrium rooms are a great idea
Gary, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sefton was a lovely hotel and we had a great stay.
Nick, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location with excellent atrium rooms with balconies and an especially good quality breakfast
Jennifer, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant property and nicely situated. Staff brilliant, breakfasts excellent. Would stay again without doubt.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Margaret was great

Margaret on reception - great customer service. A real asset to the hotel
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5* review

Lovely stay at this hotel. Booked an atrium room and wasn't disappointed. Everything was spot on, from the size and cleanliness of the room and the whole surroundings. Staff were great and very accommodating. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location near shops, eating places and attractions. The Atrium was unique and it was wonderful having a balcony overlooking the courtyard. Superb breakfast and would Bonzai, the restaurant attached to the botel.
Dianne, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel

Very good hotel breakfast excellent easy access for ferry and town centre ..just found a bit strange that there was no bed making by a maid at all of fresh towels till day 4 or bedding .. A 4 star hotel i would expect this
Royce, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The spacious room and the bed was much appreciated. It was also very quiet.
Lorna, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great breakfast and views!

The hotel was busy, but some of the staff were not as friendly as they were in the past. Also the now-paid parking is a nightmare. That parking garage needs to be ripped out and restarted, also consider places to park in front of the hotel. Breakfast and breakfast staff as wonderful as ever!
Lucy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable holiday.

Hotel was welcoming, clean rooms. All staff was very pleasant.We had a room overlooking the Aqua garden (instead of a sea view). A very pleasant outlook. The swimming pool is a weird design, slopes in from all sides. Breakfast was buffet style, with a good selection. On the first evening, we dined in the Bonsai Pan Asian restaurant, although not run by the hotel, it is accessible through the hotel lobby. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary, the food was excellent but a bit pricey.
EDWARD, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, great staff, beautiful facade. The hotel itself needs a serious refresh.
Reilly Sean, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent seafront hotel

Excellent hotel. Clean and comfortable. Great seafront location. Good breakfast choice. Small swimming pool. Only small downside...my room was noisy when windows open due to extractor fans working 24 hours below.
Anthony, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Atruim rooms are very special. Very relaxing
Steve, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay in Douglas

Nice, but dated hotel, friendly staff and a very good breakfast. Shame the booking site doesn’t point out the pool is being refurbished. Good central location, the hotel parking is a tight squeeze, but there is a multi storey close by.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff
Heather, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a room in the atrium lovely large room with balcony.I think bathrooms had been upgraded they were spotless.Staff were really friendly.A lot cheaper than Premier Inn
Philip, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room

Really pleasant stay but the room was very warm during the night! Everywhere was clean maybe a little tired in places. Would happily stay again!
Miss, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time at hotel very pleased
Peter, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Sufficient for our needs

Conveniently located with a friendly staff. We stayed in the front (older) section of the hotel with a courtyard facing room, which was adequate. It was particularly warm during our stay and the hotel lacks air conditioning but, we did OK with a fan that was in the room. The breakfast was very plentiful with a traditional Irish Breakfast and continental breakfast offerings.
Charles, 2-night trip