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The Sefton

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with a health club and a 24-hour front desk

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The Sefton sits by the sea, offering a peaceful library for quiet moments and a health club for active travelers. The spa provides specialized Ayurvedic treatments and aromatherapy services. At Bonzai restaurant, guests savor Asian cuisine while taking in spectacular ocean views.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Lobby

Double Room (Atrium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Lobby

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Atrium)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
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
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Harris Promenade, Douglas, England, IM1 2RW

What's nearby

  • Douglas Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gaiety Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Manx Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tynwald - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palace Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Douglas Ferry Station - 10 min walk
  • Snaefell Mountain Railway Laxey Station - 20 min drive
  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Sefton

Upscale hotel by the sea
At The Sefton, you can look forward to a library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, Ayurvedic treatments, or aromatherapy. The on-site Asian cuisine restaurant, Bonzai, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a health club and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a computer station
  • Laundry services, a TV in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 102 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bonzai
  • Sir Normans

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the beach

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 5.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 4 per night
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Sefton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sefton?

Self parking is available for GBP 4 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Sefton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Sefton?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Sefton located?

Located in Douglas, this beachfront hotel is in the city center, just steps from Gaiety Theatre and Douglas Beach. Manx Museum and Tynwald are also within 10 minutes. Douglas Ferry Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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