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The Sefton

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

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Indoor pool
Lobby sitting area
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior detail
Property entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
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.

Popular amenities

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

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)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is CA $167
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Atrium)

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Atrium)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (Atrium)

Double Room (Atrium)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
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

  • Gaiety Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Douglas Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manx Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tynwald - 8 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪The Woodbourne - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Chippy & Diner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sam Webbs - ‬1 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.

Languages

English, Polish

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
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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
  • Beach nearby
  • 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

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • 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.

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 located near Douglas Beach, just a short 1-minute walk from Gaiety Theatre and 7 minutes' walk from Manx Museum.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Balcony
Bed
Location
Lobby
Bathroom
Shower
Pool

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good with a wide choice of hot and cold items. (43 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely and relaxing spot, suitable for families and a great treat, especially when available for exclusive use. (6 reviews)
  • The property restaurant and bar served very good food and drinks. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly hotel and excellent location

Visited to attend an event on the island . Staff extremely helpful. Food was excellent . Room was exactly what we needed
Eva, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Peter, 7-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great stay

would highly recommend staying at the sefton we stayed in the atrium room which were very spoacius and comfortable bathroom was very good with walk in shower affording instant hot water large quuen bed with a firm mattress which suited our needs also a balcony which overlooked the indoor garden breakfast was excellent with buffet style menu food was tasty and always hot all the staff were very helpful and freindly especially sammie on reception will definitely stay again on our next visit
MICHAEL, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Darren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Martin, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyable I of M 1st stay

Was in a refurbished Atrium room. Was comfortable and fresh. However furniture table on balcony had bad cup stains which was a bit of a let down. Atruims currently being refurbished The hotel seems a bit dated in all as most of these grand hotels. Some Atrium balconies could do with a fresh coat of paint or a good scrub. Breakfast good selection as similar to most hotels I’ve stayed in but some hot selections not to my taste though. Asian restaurant inside was good and has a fine menu. Didn’t use Norman bar though. Hotel situated in right place on promenade with walking distance to tram or steam train and buses regularly outside.
Gordon, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was very dated but comfy. Shower didn’t work.
Michelle, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

John, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay home from home

I was staying on my own for business, they looked after me so well, nothing was too much trouble
Jayne, 6-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Graham, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

ALAN, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient stay on the island

Stayed in the older part of the hotel which was a little run down, but we had a spacious room, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good, lovely view from the restaurant. Great location and staff really helpful.
Jennifer, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, private, quiet swimming pool. Very comfortable room with see view.
Arkadiusz Lukasz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Stay

We had a new upgrade room, everything good, suggested some minor changes
M, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Check in was quick and easy and very central for bars and restaurants. The hotel restaurant and bar were very good!
Ian, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the Sefton. The location was perfect as we walked to our planned destinations. Wonderful breakfasts.
Lawrence, 4-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Theunis, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

James, 11-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were really friendly and had a good laugh with the front desk.
Elliot, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good but .....

The hotel, which I have used a few times, feels a little tired with some communal areas looking quite shabby ( toilets on floor 1 as an example ). The service was good and helpful. Breakfast excellent , although as a family we were a little concerned that too much had been made available and commented to each other on the potential waste.
Edward, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The bar man was rude & not welcoming
Lynda, 2-night trip
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