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Once an ancient monastery, The Star and Eagle Hotel dates back to the 14th century. It offers charming accommodation in the Kent countryside, 20 minutes’ drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Much of the old stonework is still visible throughout the building, and guests can admire the exposed brickwork, wooden beams, and an open log fire while dining in the restaurant.

A wide-ranging menu is available, including tapas, seafood and meat, and there are vegetarian options to choose from. Guests can also dine outdoors, with picturesque views of the surrounding Kentish Weald.

Rooms at The Star and Eagle have carpeted floors, seating areas and TVs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and free private parking is possible on site.

Situated just 3 miles from the A21, the hotel is a 35-minute drive from the historic coastal town of Hastings. Maidstone is just a 25-minute journey by car.

With a stay at Premier Inn Horsham North in Horsham, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Horsham Park and The Capitol Horsham. This hotel is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from South Downs National Park and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from The Millennium Maze.

With a stay at Chatsworth Hotel - Worthing, you'll be centrally located in Worthing, within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and East Beach Studios. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Brighton Centre and 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Brighton Pier.

With a stay at Premier Inn Horsham Town Centre in Horsham, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Horsham Museum and Horsham Park. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from South Downs National Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from The Capitol Horsham.

Set within the beautiful grounds of Highdown Gardens, Highdown Hotel is a former manor house offering luxury rooms and a restaurant. Guests can enjoy free WI-Fi access.

All rooms at The Highdown Hotel feature private bathrooms and TVs. Rooms also include tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers.

The traditional pub serves an á la carte menu. Guests can relax in the cosy tea room or relaxing bar.

Free parking is available at the hotel, and both the centre of Worthing, with its 2 theatres, and Worthing Rail Station are 15 minutes’ drive away. Brighton is a 30-minute drive away.

Worthing Rest is set in Worthing, within 22 km of The Brighton Centre and 23 km of Churchill Square Shopping Centre. This 2-star motel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from i360 Observation Tower.

The rooms at the motel are fitted with a seating area. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Worthing Rest rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Brighton Pier is 23 km from the accommodation, while Preston Park is 23 km from the property. London Gatwick Airport is 43 km away.

With a stay at Premier Inn Hastings in St Leonards-On-Sea, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of High Weald and Old Roar Gill. This hotel is 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Camber Sands and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Phoenix Arts Centre.

With a stay at Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport A23 in Gatwick, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Archway Theatre and Horley Leisure Centre. This hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Gatwick Aviation Museum and 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Manor Royal Business Park.

With a stay at Eastbourne Riviera Hotel in Eastbourne (Eastbourne City Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Eastbourne Beach. This beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Eastbourne Pier and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum.

A stay at The View Hotel places you in the heart of Eastbourne, steps from Eastbourne Heritage Centre and Eastbourne Beach. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Devonshire Park Theatre and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Eastbourne Bandstand.

Located in Rye, Flackley Ash Country House Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Great Dixter House and Gardens and The Chapel Down Winery. This spa hotel is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Camber Sands and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Bodiam Castle.

With a stay at Premier Inn London Gatwick Manor Royal in Crawley, you'll be steps from Manor Royal Business Park and a 3-minute drive from Cineworld Crawley. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Crawley Museum and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Crawley Town Hall.

When you stay at Little Foxes Hotel & Gatwick Airport Parking in Crawley, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Gatwick Aviation Museum and Cineworld Crawley. This bed & breakfast is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Ifield Golf Club and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Crawley Museum.

With oak beams and open fires, this charming 17th-century inn features a leafy garden and traditional restaurant. The Roebuck sits on the A22 road, on the edge of Royal Ashdown Forest.

The elegant bedrooms at Roebuck Hotel each have a private modern bathroom with a power shower. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi access, and tea/coffee facilities are provided.

The Beagle Bar serves fresh bar food and a wide range of beers. The popular Sunday carvery has 4 meats to choose from. Antlers Restaurant also offers an interesting menu, with a varied wine list.

Just a short drive from the M23 and M25 motorways, The Roebuck Hotel is 15 miles from London Gatwick Airport. There is free on-site parking, and Hever Castle is a 20-minute drive away.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Accommodation at Salomons Estate is a 1-minute drive from Salomons Centre and 6 minutes from Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Trinity Theatre and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Assembly Hall Theater.

With a stay at The Railway Hotel Worthing in Worthing, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Assembly Hall and Connaught Theatre. This hotel is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Brighton Beach and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Brighton Centre.

With a stay at Marine Parade Hotel in Eastbourne (Eastbourne City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Eastbourne Beach and Eastbourne Pier. This beach guest house is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Eastbourne Bandstand and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum.

On Hastings Seafront, this stylish hotel is situated next to the White Rock Theatre. It features a lively cafe-bar, a sun terrace, 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi access.

All rooms at The White Rock Hotel have private modern bathrooms with power showers. Many rooms have superb sea views, and all feature tea/coffee facilities.

In the mornings, breakfast can be purchased from the café bar. It is open for food and drink daily, for both residents and non-residents. The extensive menu also includes real local ales and fresh coffee. It has stunning views and 2 large non-smoking seafront terraces.

The White Rock Hotel is close to the town centre and Hastings Railway Station, and is just a 15-minute walk from the Old Town and St Leonards. The hotel has its own car park, but if it is full, overnight parking vouchers are provided for a nearby secure council car park.

With a stay at Majestic Hotel Eastbourne by Belvilla in Eastbourne (Eastbourne City Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Eastbourne Beach. This beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Redoubt Fortress and Military Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Eastbourne Pier.

Located in St Leonards-On-Sea, The Highlands Inn is within a 15-minute walk of St Leonards Gardens and Hastings Beach. This bed & breakfast is 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from Camber Sands and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Filsham Reedbed Nature Reserve.