The Gallivant - Camber

Boutique beach hotel on Camber Sands with acclaimed dining and daily yoga

Rooms & Amenities

The Gallivant offers deeply comfortable beds in beautifully thought out bedrooms with French doors opening onto private terraces. Guests receive complimentary afternoon tea and seasonal local produce upon arrival. The hotel provides wellies and blankets for beach walks, plus packed bags with cocktails for sunset on the dunes.

Dining

Harry's restaurant at the Gallivant Camber serves food prepared with locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding land and sea. The wine list is stocked with stunning English wine, including exclusive regional selections. Evening meals include dishes like torched mackerel and Brill cooked with fennel, with tarte tatin flambéed at the table.

Wellness & Activities

The Gallivant Rye offers daily yoga classes open to all levels, with no previous experience required. Guests can book spa treatments at the Bamford Spa, including massages that have received top ratings. Other activities available on-site include cycling, fishing, windsurfing, and hiking the nearby coastal trails.

Pet-Friendly Policy

The Gallivant East Sussex is a pet-friendly hotel with dedicated services for dogs, including a treat jar and private garden access for rooms. Guests receive a packed bag with a margarita and negroni for sunset walks on the beach with their pets. The hotel provides towels and a cooler bag for beach trips, making dog stays easy.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Gallivant sits directly across from Camber Sands beach, with sand dunes accessible via a five-minute walk through a car park. The historic town of Rye is a 10-minute drive away, surrounded by award-winning wineries like Gusbourne. Local vineyards offer tours and tasting that partner with the hotel, providing guests with discounts.

• Location: Directly across from Camber Sands beach, 10 min from Rye
• Rooms: Garden rooms with private terraces & French doors
• Dining: Harry's with locally sourced ingredients & English wine list
• Wellness: Daily yoga classes & Bamford Spa massages
• Pet-Friendly: Dedicated services with treat jar & garden access
• Activities: Cycling, fishing, windsurfing, hiking & board games