A Happy Christmas by the sea

WEDNESDAY 23rd to FRIDAY 26th DECEMBER

You are invited to our Christmas House Party by the sea.

We’ve created the perfect festive retreat – imagine crisp December days filled with invigorating walks along our pristine beach followed by cosy evenings of games and conversation beside our roaring log fire.  As twilight falls, craft cocktails await, and intimate dinners in our acclaimed restaurant, Harry’s.

Chef Matthew’s exceptional festive menus celebrate the season, each course thoughtfully paired with fine and rare wines, concluding with moreish digestifs to make every evening truly memorable.

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Upon arrival on the 23rd, we’ll welcome you to The Gallivant with freshly baked mince pies, brandy butter and tea in the Sitting Room, before you enjoy an à la carte dinner in Harry’s.

Christmas Eve brings a leisurely Gallivant breakfast, time for long beach walks, and relaxation in our snug. We’ll serve Christmas cake and tea in the afternoon, followed by our special Christmas Eve menu at Harry’s.

For Christmas Day, we’re serving a champagne breakfast to start your celebrations, followed by more champagne and canapés before our three-course Christmas lunch. The afternoon offers Christmas cake, tea, and board games in the Sitting Room. Later, we’ll provide a Christmas supper tray for you to enjoy wherever you wish.

On Boxing Day, join us for a morning yoga class before your final Gallivant breakfast.

We’ve attended to every detail to ensure your Christmas with us will be both relaxing and memorable.

Rates per person for three nights

  • Snug room – £959
  • Baby Hampton room – £1,064
  • Garden room – £1,184
  • Large Hampton room – £1,214
  • Luxury Garden room – £1,439

Christmas Eve Eve

  • Afternoon tea with mince pies and brandy butter in the Sitting Room
  • Dinner at Harry’s, full a la carte

Christmas Eve

  • Gallivant breakfast
  • Afternoon tea with mince pies and brandy butter in the Sitting Room
  • Dinner at Harry’s, full a la carte

Christmas Day

  • Gallivant breakfast and Bucks Fizz
  • Champagne and canapés before lunch
  • Christmas lunch at Harry’s
  • Christmas cake and teas in the Sitting Room
  • Christmas supper tray to enjoy where you like

Boxing Day

  • Morning yoga
  • Gallivant breakfast

Terms and conditions

  • 25%, non refundable deposit to confirm booking
  • Full payment by Monday 16th November
  • Rates shown are for double occupancy

Useful info

  • We welcome everyone over the age of 12
  • We have three bedrooms where smaller dogs are welcome

Package details and book

WHEN

Three-night stay: 23rd to 26th December

PRICE AND INCLUSIONS

From £959 per person for the three nights accommodation and everything shown

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about our Christmas House Party please contact our reservations team who will be happy to help
Customer Reviews

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We ask everyone that comes to stay for feedback. Here are the five most recent.








Customer reviews
(808 reviews)


20 October, 2026

This really was an outstanding stay underlying again why we love visiting The Gallivant and why we are always so happy to return.
The service was exceptional, meals outstanding, and atmosphere …

This really was an outstanding stay underlying again why we love visiting The Gallivant and why we are always so happy to return.
The service was exceptional, meals outstanding, and atmosphere calm and efficient as always.
My wife and I very much look forward to our next visit.
Well done and thank you to all concerned.

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08 October, 2026

We think the Gallivant is an absolutely magical place and cannot think of anything which could be done differently or better.

We think all the staff are amazing but would particularly …

We think the Gallivant is an absolutely magical place and cannot think of anything which could be done differently or better.

We think all the staff are amazing but would particularly like to mention Daniel M who is an absolute shining star. The Gallivant is very lucky to have the wonderful Daniel working for them and should do everything possible to retain him!

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29 September, 2026

I very much enjoyed my stay at the hotel and was very happy.
All the staff were polite, friendly and helpful on all occasions.
There were two girls in the dining room …

I very much enjoyed my stay at the hotel and was very happy.
All the staff were polite, friendly and helpful on all occasions.
There were two girls in the dining room who were very kind to me and spoke to me whenever they got a chance.
I am not sure of their names but they will probably remember me as I had to return to Rye harbour to retrieve my glasses!
Their kindness was very much appreciated as I was dining alone.
I would love to come for another stay and hopefully will manage next year.
Kind regards, Mary Berry.
I

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10 September, 2026

My daughter and I had a wonderful one night stay at The Gallivant. The property is cosy, beautifully designed, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay. …

My daughter and I had a wonderful one night stay at The Gallivant. The property is cosy, beautifully designed, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay.

We absolutely loved our bedroom complete with a roll top bath and a stunning little private garden. A real gem, just a stones throw from Camber Sands Beach.

We had such a lovely time and we will definitely be back.

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01 September, 2026

We had a fantastic stay. Everything was lovely and I think our favourite point to note is how lovely all the staff were. Everyone was very friendly and helpful yet …

We had a fantastic stay. Everything was lovely and I think our favourite point to note is how lovely all the staff were. Everyone was very friendly and helpful yet also gave us our space which is a tricky balance to get right. We'll definitely be back ☺️ A special mention to Daniel (very welcoming with a lovely big smile) and Jessica (we loved her vibe).

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Customer reviews
(31 reviews)

Finn Mcgrath

20 October, 2026

This really was an outstanding stay underlying again why we love visiting The Gallivant and why we are always so happy to return.
The service was exceptional, meals outstanding, and atmosphere …

This really was an outstanding stay underlying again why we love visiting The Gallivant and why we are always so happy to return.
The service was exceptional, meals outstanding, and atmosphere calm and efficient as always.
My wife and I very much look forward to our next visit.
Well done and thank you to all concerned.

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Miss Iona Rees

08 October, 2026

We think the Gallivant is an absolutely magical place and cannot think of anything which could be done differently or better.

We think all the staff are amazing but would particularly …

We think the Gallivant is an absolutely magical place and cannot think of anything which could be done differently or better.

We think all the staff are amazing but would particularly like to mention Daniel M who is an absolute shining star. The Gallivant is very lucky to have the wonderful Daniel working for them and should do everything possible to retain him!

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Mary Berry

29 September, 2026

I very much enjoyed my stay at the hotel and was very happy.
All the staff were polite, friendly and helpful on all occasions.
There were two girls in the dining room …

I very much enjoyed my stay at the hotel and was very happy.
All the staff were polite, friendly and helpful on all occasions.
There were two girls in the dining room who were very kind to me and spoke to me whenever they got a chance.
I am not sure of their names but they will probably remember me as I had to return to Rye harbour to retrieve my glasses!
Their kindness was very much appreciated as I was dining alone.
I would love to come for another stay and hopefully will manage next year.
Kind regards, Mary Berry.
I

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Caroline Hollis

10 September, 2026

My daughter and I had a wonderful one night stay at The Gallivant. The property is cosy, beautifully designed, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay. …

My daughter and I had a wonderful one night stay at The Gallivant. The property is cosy, beautifully designed, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay.

We absolutely loved our bedroom complete with a roll top bath and a stunning little private garden. A real gem, just a stones throw from Camber Sands Beach.

We had such a lovely time and we will definitely be back.

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Cassandra Weir

01 September, 2026

We had a fantastic stay. Everything was lovely and I think our favourite point to note is how lovely all the staff were. Everyone was very friendly and helpful yet …

We had a fantastic stay. Everything was lovely and I think our favourite point to note is how lovely all the staff were. Everyone was very friendly and helpful yet also gave us our space which is a tricky balance to get right. We'll definitely be back ☺️ A special mention to Daniel (very welcoming with a lovely big smile) and Jessica (we loved her vibe).

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