BRIGHTON, WEST SUSSEX

Brighton on the southern Sussex coast is one of the largest and most famous seaside resorts in England. Brighton and Hove form a single conurbation. Brighton's lively atmosphere is a direct contrast to its near neighbour, Hove which has quieter and more refined character. The two boroughs were joined together to form the unitary authority of Brighton & Hove in 1997, which in 2000 was granted city status by the Queen as part of the millennial celebrations, following competition from other large towns which coveted city status.

Brighton is home to two universities, the University of Sussex and the University of Brighton, as well as a public school, Brighton College. It is sometimes known as 'London by the Sea' because of its lively atmosphere and cosmopolitan nature and also because of the large number of visitors from London. In the summer, thousands of young students from all over Europe gather in the city to attend language courses.

BRIGHTON HOTELS

Alvia Hotel

36 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QF.
Perfectly positioned for all of the area's main attractions, this recently refurbished Victorian building is situated in Kempton, one of the most attractive areas of Brighton. Only recently named as a city, this popular seaside resort has a lively marina

Amherst Hotel - Guest House

2 Lower Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PG.
Virtually on the sea front and only 5 minutes' walk from Brighton's lively, vibrant centre, Amherst offers contemporary en suite accommodation, great service and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The Amherst Hotel - Guest House has a great location, whateve

Amsterdam Hotel

11-12 Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TL.
On the seafront, in the heart of vibrant Kemptown, opposite Brighton's famous Palace Pier, the Amsterdam Hotel offers award-winning accommodation in stylish, newly decorated rooms. Voted Brighton's Favourite Hotel 2009 in the annual Golden Handbag Awards,

Atlantic Seafront

16 Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TL.
Located opposite Brighton Pier, this seafront guesthouse is a minute's walk from the city centre, clubs, restaurants and bars. Atlantic Seafront has recently been refurbished and has free Wi-Fi access and some sea-facing rooms with flat-screen digital TVs

Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel

31-38 Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1NR.
An excellent base from which to enjoy all that Brighton has to offer, this wonderful Georgian property occupies a privileged position on the seafront. The ideal choice for a short break or holiday, The Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel offers a choice of en

Brighton Breeze Hotel

17 Charlotte Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1AG.
Situated in an excellent location, the Brighton Breeze is a boutique hotel in the heart of fashionable Kemp Town, only 20 metres from Brighton seafront. The Brighton Breeze Hotel is in a quiet spot between the trendy, cosmopolitan area of St James Street

Brightonwave

10 Madeira Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TN.
4-star Silver award-winning accommodation offering bed and breakfast in Brighton, East Sussex, this stylish Boutique-style guesthouse is centrally located within minutes' walk of the sea, pier, conference centre and shops. Set within a traditional 19th ce

Cavalaire

34 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QF.
Fully refurbished in 2008, this beautifully modernised Victorian town house offers free Wi-Fi, a stylish, contemporary interior and 4-star guest accommodation, just metres from Brighton's beach. Originally built in 1888, the Cavalaire is set in a terrace

Colson House

17 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QE.
Colson House is a delightful Grade 2* listed regency building with 8 double rooms, all ensuite. Each room is dedicated and themed around a 20th Century movie icon, so you can select from the romantic four poster room (Clark Gable), the beautiful balcony r

Cosmopolitan 1

29-31 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PD.
Just off Brighton's seafront, the hotel offers superb views of the beach and pier from many of the bedrooms, all of which were refurbished in August 2009. Cosmopolitan 1 has a 24-hour reception and the stylish Ole Ole restaurant. With a spacious patio are

Court Craven

2 Atlingworth Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PL.
Court Craven enjoys a fantastic central location, a few paces from the sea, 5-minutes from the pier and The Lanes and close to everything Brighton has to offer. The aim at Court Craven is to offer no-frills accommodation in clean, comfortable rooms, at go

De Vere Grand Hotel Brighton

Kings Rd, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FW.
With its grandiose Italian Renaissance style, this hotel commands centre stage on the seafront, and is one of the most famous Victorian landmarks on the South Coast. Ideally positioned for all the town centre attractions, the hotel is within walking dista

Drakes Hotel

43-44 Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PE.
Drakes is a luxury boutique hotel on Brighton's seafront. Enjoy unique design, friendly service and 4-star amenities, including a fine-dining restaurant and vibrant cocktail bar. The beautiful fully air-conditioned bedrooms at Drakes have LCD satellite TV

Four Seasons Guest House

3 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QE.
Originally built in 1825, this Regency building now houses stylish and contemporary 4-star guest accommodation in 7 tastefully decorated en suite rooms. In Upper Rock Gardens, the Four Seasons Guest House is just 2 minutes from the sea and only a short wa

Gerrards Hotel

19 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PD.
Gerrards Hotel is a boutique hotel with individually themed, luxurious rooms. It is in a Regency square just a stroll from the sea, Royal Pavilion and the pier. Brightons famous Lanes and shopping areas are a 5-minute walk away. The hotel has a garden and

Grand Pier Guest House

11 Maderia Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TN.
Close to the seafront and the heart of Brighton, this recently opened guest house offers an excellent location; comfortable, brand new boutique accommodation; and great value for money. Recently thoroughly renovated, the Grand Pier's 200-year-old façade c

Gullivers Hotel - B&B

12a New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PB.
Gullivers Hotel is a charming, elegant and tranquil Georgian town house in central Brighton, located on the picturesque New Steine square. Following recent refurbishment, Gullivers Hotel has reopened with a mix of baroque and contemporary design incorpora

Home

18 Lower Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PG.
Home provides relaxing hotel accommodation 100 metres from the seafront and a 5-minute stroll from Brighton Pier, The Lanes and Brighton Conference Centre. The Regency town house has 9 bedrooms. All rooms have TVs, free Wi-Fi, refreshments and comfy new b

Hudsons

22 Devonshire Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QA.
This fashionable private bed and breakfast hotel with garden provides comfortable and stylish 4-star guest house accommodation in a convenient location, close to the beach, town centre and local amenities. Hudsons offers you a great location from where yo

Jurys Inn Brighton

101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4DJ.
Centrally located, adjacent to the railway station, the hotel sits in the heart of the city's New England quarter, a new urban area boasting retail, housing, community and educational facilities. The Jurys Inn Brighton is a mere 5-minute walk from the ret

Kemp Townhouse

Atlingworth Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PL.
In the heart of Brighton's Kemp Town, this beautifully preserved listed building offers free Wi-Fi and affordable luxury, with stylish and elegant boutique accommodation at great-value rates. Blending traditional old-world elegance with modern style and a

Kempfield House

18 Madeira Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TN.
In the fashionable Kemp Town area of Brighton city centre, this charming property offers a fusion of modern comforts and traditional 18th-century features. Just 150 metres from the seafront, Kempfield House boasts a central location within easy walking di

Leona House - B&B

74 Middle Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1AL.
Tucked away just off the seafront, this Regency town house is a gem of a guest house, just seconds from the historic Lanes and Brighton's main conference centre. Leona House offers stylish, comfortable and individually decorated rooms at very affordable p

Marine View

24 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PD.
This family-run hotel is situated in fashionable Kemptown in Brighton and offers quality accommodation in a grade 2 listed Regency building with sea and pier views. This centrally located Brighton hotel takes its name from the spectacular views most of th

myhotel Brighton

17 Jubilee Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1GE.
Positioned on regenerated Jubilee Street, in the North Laine area of Brighton, this newly-opened hotel fuses cutting-edge design with state-of-the-art technology, serene spirituality and Feng Shui. Described as 'a hotel where Freddie Mercury might have me

New Madeira Hotel

Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TL.
The New Maderia Hotel occupies a sensational position on Brighton seafront with a magnificent view of Brighton Pier; an ideal hotel for that leisure break, business meeting or conference event. Accommodation offering from single bedrooms to family rooms p

New Steine Hotel - B&B

10-11 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PB.
Following recent refurbishment, this elegant and fashionable 5-storey Georgian town house has reopened with a contemporary design that exudes warmth and style, with the hint of a French influence. Located in central Brighton, the New Steine offers excepti

Premier Inn Brighton City Centre

144 North Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1RE.
With an excellent location, right in the heart of the city centre and just 5 minutes' walk from Brighton's seafront, this modern hotel offers air-conditioned en suite rooms at great-value prices. The Premier Inn Brighton City Centre has a superb location,

Queens Hotel & Spa

1-5 Kings Rd, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1NS.
Situated on the seafront in the heart of Brighton's 'Lanes', this hotel boasts complimentary leisure facilities, free Wi-Fi and a new hair and beauty salon. The Queens is in the heart of vibrant and beautiful Brighton, and has a welcoming, friendly and pr

Radisson Blu Hotel, Brighton

Old Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1NP.
In a superb location in Brighton's Old Steine area, this 4-star hotel has been completely refurbished to offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation. Each luxurious room and suite has a beautiful Regency feel, yet features contemporary comforts and amen

Royal Albion Hotel

35 Old Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1NT.
Built in 1826, this Regency-style hotel offers sea views from its premier position directly opposite Brighton pier. The Royal Albion Hotel has rooms equipped with convenient facilities such as television, telephone, hairdryer and trouser press, with some

Sea Spray

New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PD.
Centrally located on Brightons seafront square, this luxury boutique hotel has stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi, excellent personal service and a varied breakfast menu. Sea Spray is contemporary, comfortable and impeccably clean. It is close to Brightons att

Square

4 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PB.
The stylish Square Hotel is 'more than just 4 corners', boasting a location in the fashionable Kemp Town just off the seafront and an immaculate Regency garden square. As well as offering its own exclusive bar, which is open to the public, the hotel is ju

The Brighton Beach Hotel

41-42 Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PE.
The Brighton Beach Hotel is located on Brighton seafront and most of its good-value en suite rooms have a sea view or views of the Palace Pier. Brighton Beach Hotel is a 3-minute walk from the beach, a 5-minute walk from the pier and a 10-minute walk from

The Kelvin Guest House

9 Madeira Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TN.
This small, comfortable guest house is a few minutes' walk from Brighton's city centre, seafront and attractions. The AA 4-star accommodation is set in the heart of Brighton. It has been named one of the 'Top 500 Hotels and Guesthouses in the United Kingd

The Pebbles Guest House

8 Madeira Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TN.
A 5-minute walk from the seafront and Brighton Pier, Pebbles is a home-from-home close to Brighton town centre. Pebbles Guest House is walking distance from the Royal Pavilion, Theatre Royal and The Dome. The guest house has a friendly atmosphere, and roo

Thistle Brighton

Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2GS.
Thistle Brighton is situated in a premier position on the promenade, overlooking the sea. A striking feature of the seafront, this is the most exciting and cosmopolitan of Britain's south coast resorts. Excellent location makes the Thistle Brighton the pe

Umi Brighton Seafront Hotel

60-64 Kings Rd, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1NA.
With a superb location, right on the seafront and close to all of Brightons shops, restaurants and nightlife, this beautiful period building houses stylish, modern and beautifully appointed accommodation. Umi Brighton has an excellent location for explori

Urban House & Urban Retreat Spa

20-21 New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1PD.
Enter this classic Regency building to find a stylish Brighton hotel with a newly created spa. Urban House has a good location in the centre of Brighton. The small, privately owned hotel has rooms with Elemis toiletries and a flat-screen TV. Urban Retreat

Westbourne Hotel - Guest House

46 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1QF.
Situated on Upper Rock Gardens, this clean and friendly accommodation is a 3-minute walk from the beach and central to Palace Pier, the town centre and Brighton Marina. The 3-Diamond Westbourne has a reputation for good quality, friendly and personal serv

BRIGHTON ATTRACTIONS

Brighton Pier - Famous Brighton Pier with all the hallmarks of fun for all the family.
The Royal Pavilion - Steeped in history, tales of The Prince Regent, the Royal Pavilion is a must for all.
The Lanes - Brighton's Famous Lanes, twisting and turning cobbled lanes, a maze of quaint and original shops.
Brighton Marina - Fantastic shopping, cinemas. The Marina makes for a pleasant day out with the beautiful views and harbour.

TRANSPORT LINKS

Brighton railway station provides fast and frequent connections to London Gatwick Airport, London Victoria, London Bridge, and via the Thameslink line, King's Cross, London Luton Airport and Bedford.

Volk's Electric Railway, which runs along the beach, is claimed to be the world's oldest operating electric railway.

Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company operates the local bus service with over 250 buses.