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The Sefton

4.0 star property
The seaside wellness sanctuary where travelers can indulge in spa treatments, enjoy Asian cuisine, and wake up to ocean views during breakfast

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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

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AED 453
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Douglas, The Sefton is in the city center and on the beach. Douglas Beach and Summerhill Glen reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Douglas Bay Horse Tramway and Milntown House. The Venture Centre and Curraghs Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Douglas travel guide
Map
Harris Promenade, Douglas, England, IM1 2RW

What's nearby

  • M5A8EJ The town and port of Douglas, Isle of Man
    Tynwald
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gaiety Theatre
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Douglas Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manx Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace Casino
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Jaks Bar & Steakhouse
    3 min walk
  • Terrace Chippy & Diner
    7 min walk
  • Grain and Vine
    8 min walk
  • The Conister Arms (JD Wetherspoon)
    7 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 aromatherapy, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage. 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
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • 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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sefton?

As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sefton on 10 March 2026 start from AED 453, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Sefton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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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Reviews

The Sefton Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 582 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room was great plenty of room massive bed and really warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel in a good location breakfast was epic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great first stay. Very welcoming staff on fornt desk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at the Sefton for our holiday in the Isle of Man.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't fault the breakfast, lots to choose from. The room was very clean and was very impressed with the size of the bathroom. All the staff throughout the hotel were super friendly. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location airport bus stopped right outside , quirky rooms overlooking atrium. Reception staff very friendly good breakfast selection .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location with excellent atrium rooms with balconies and an especially good quality breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant property and nicely situated. Staff brilliant, breakfasts excellent. Would stay again without doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The atrium room was spacious, spotless, well supplied with soft towels and toiletries. Good supply of tea, coffee, water and biscuits. Room was warm and bed comfortable. The desk staff and night Watchman , on arrival, were always welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the rooms staff friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room spotless and good choice at breakfast. Docking a single star as the atrium room in which we were staying did get quite hot, but there was a fan available to help offset that a bit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location for the ferry and local bars and restaurants. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and very clean. The atrium balconies were a surprise as that is exactly what they are, looking into a covered atrium so no actual outside windows. Breakfast was a buffet, well stocked and plenty of choice. Staff were very helpful and friendly, giving good advice on where to visit and eat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Great breakfast, staff really good, lovely view whilst having breakfast. Hotel is very clean If you like to swim lengths, the swimming pool is not designed for it, due to the bottom of the pool sloping up on all four sides, if you just want to relax it’s perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for us gad had to walk with suitcases. Transport options for getting to see Manx GP great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near shops, eating places and attractions. The Atrium was unique and it was wonderful having a balcony overlooking the courtyard. Superb breakfast and would Bonzai, the restaurant attached to the botel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room disappointed that fellow guess slam the door etc And now restaurant on sight
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy and very central for bars and restaurants. The hotel restaurant and bar were very good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Reilly Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, beautiful facade. The hotel itself needs a serious refresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Beautiful clean newly refurbished room - sadly the rest of the hotel is very dated. The Sauna hasn’t been reopened since Covid - yet is still advertised as a hotel facility. Wonderful staff - who aim to provide 100% Customer Service. Big shout out to the Reception Staff / Room Cleaners and Mark the Breakfast Waiter.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spacious room and the bed was much appreciated. It was also very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and staff were excellent as was the breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel that has some really good recent refurbs, great hotel bar and food and entertainment, breakfast as always fabulous 👌 We stayed in an Atrium room, lovely, would recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Atruim rooms are very special. Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willian Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good and the balcony over the internal atrium was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025