Brighton

Travel Guide
Brighton which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views
A famous beach, grandiose architecture, bohemian lifestyle and bustling shopping and nightlife districts make this one of England’s favorite coastal cities.

Brighton is among the most flamboyant cities in the United Kingdom. Once a fishing village, its popularity grew when royals came in search of medicinal seawater. Today Brighton blends the charm of a traditional Victorian-era seaside resort with the creativeness of its alternative, hipster population. Bachelor and bachelorette parties flock to Brighton for its nightlife while mods cruise the coastline on scooters and day trippers explore a labyrinth of shopping streets.

Brighton Beach is the quintessential city image, where fish and chip shops, ice cream parlors and fading Victorian-era hotels line a promenade that runs parallel to a long shingle coastline. Thousands descend upon the beach on sunny days to dabble in watersports, play Frisbee and relax on deckchairs.

The amusement rides at Brighton Pier, Brighton Sea Life Centre and Brighton Centre concert venue provide non-stop entertainment for all the family. Snap a photo of the multicolored beach huts that front Hove Lawns.

Wander through The Lanes, an area of zigzagging alleys home to boutiques, chocolatiers, jewelers and milliners. Varied restaurants, comedy clubs, pubs and jazz cafés offer food and nightlife options for all tastes. Hear gruesome crime stories at the Old Police Cells Museum.

Experience the life of British monarchs at the opulent Royal Pavilion. The adjoining Royal Pavilion Gardens is a green oasis in the heart of the city that attracts birds and butterflies. See Egyptian artifacts, exhibits about city history and 20th-century art at Brighton Museum and Art Gallery. Brighton Dome and the Theatre Royal Brighton put on year-round schedules of performing arts.

Spot examples of Regency and Victorian architecture in the affluent districts of Clifton Hill and Montpelier. Soccer fans can attend a match of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club at the American Express Community Stadium. View the city from a different perspective on a cruise from Brighton Marina.

Located on England’s southeast coast, Brighton is just a 1-hour train ride from London. Summer is the busiest period and the time for festivals such as Brighton Fringe, Brighton Pride and Brighton Mod Weekender.

Where to stay in Brighton

Brighton which includes heritage architecture

Brighton City Centre

4/5(966 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Brighton Lanes while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
Brighton Beach featuring general coastal views

Seafront

4/5(154 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Seafront might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kings Road Arches and Brighton Pier.

Seafront
Brighton Wheel which includes a sunset and street scenes

Kemptown

4.5/5(396 area reviews)

Kemptown is known for its breathtaking beach views, and with sights like Brighton Beach and SEA LIFE Brighton, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Brighton.

Kemptown
The Lanes which includes signage

The Lanes

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in The Lanes. You might want to make time for a stop at Chapel Royal or Friends Meeting House.

The Lanes
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Montpelier

4/5(43 area reviews)

Get to know Montpelier by checking out its beaches, cafes and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Churchill Square Shopping Centre or Regency Square during your time in the area.

Montpelier
Leonardo Hotel Brighton - Formerly Jurys Inn
Leonardo Hotel Brighton - Formerly Jurys Inn
4 out of 5
101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England
The price is RM359 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM359
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"A decent hotel in a good location to access all Brighton has to offer. 10-15 minutes walk to the seafront and 10 minutes to the start of the North Laines. Having the station car park opposite is really useful given the limited parking in Brighton streets and the very expensive city centre car parks. ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Leonardo Hotel Brighton - Formerly Jurys Inn
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
4 out of 5
Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England
The price is RM538 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
RM538
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,178 reviews)
Fab hotel in a Fab location.
"Great hotel in a great location. Really fantastic staff, all of them so very helpful. Only problem I have is with the accessible rooms. I have made comments at the hotel and online before and with the rebranding from Jurys inn to Leonardo they had the opportunity to make a change but they didn't. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
The Grand Brighton
The Grand Brighton
4 out of 5
97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England
The price is RM426 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM426
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and valet parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,523 reviews)
"We had a room which my husband found very noisy and I asked to be moved and the reception staff where excellent we where moved to another room which was very quiet and he slept a lot better. The bar staff were also very nice they even remembered our drinks order. It’s the little things that make ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

The Grand Brighton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
North Laine Boutique
North Laine Boutique
2.5 out of 5
1 St George's Pl, Brighton, England
Stay at this apartment in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a Smart TV. Popular attractions Brighton Pier and British Airways i360 are located nearby. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Small but perfectly formed
"Great location, small well designed room. I would recommend the secure parking at local Sainsburys."

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2024

North Laine Boutique
Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels
Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels
4 out of 5
11 Queen Square, Brighton, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions British Airways i360 and Brighton ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews)
Great apartments
"Great place in an excellent location. Modern and clean with very friendly staff. Shame about the road works with their early morning starts and the 6.30 Sunday morning bin lorry - not the hotels fault."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels
City Heart Brighton
City Heart Brighton
3 out of 5
64 East St, Brighton, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 beach bars, and beach volleyball on site. Popular attractions Brighton Pier and British Airways ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
"The hosts were very responsive and provided brilliant information with regards to location and check in. The studio was bigger than it looked in the pictures and very, very clean. Nothing was too much for them. Would absolutely stay again."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024

City Heart Brighton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Brighton

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
17 Mar 2020

Great city to visit, shops, pubs, general vibe

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
15 Mar 2020

It’s great, has good vibes and plenty to do. Touring the Lanes is fun never know what you might find. Eating out lots of choices can recommend The Regency fish and chips and Hotel du vin.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Mar 2020

We loved Brighton!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
9 Mar 2020

Went to Brighton centre, very good venue, happy, helpful staff, lovely place. Brighton itself was an interesting place. Everything and everyone are different. Great shops, filthy streets and shops in places but very interesting.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
7 Mar 2020

Love it! Vibrant city! Only downside too many homeless out on streets.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
7 Mar 2020

Although it is nice to be so close to the sea, next visit will definitely be further away from the noise !!