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Where to stay in Brighton
England's coolest seaside city, where the Downs meet the sea.
Brighton is the seaside city with an attitude: a Regency seafront, the eccentric Royal Pavilion, the maze of independent shops in the Lanes, and the South Downs rising right behind. It is creative, lively and walkable.
Stay in a design-led townhouse near the seafront and dive into the city's energy.
The shortlist
Best places to stay in Brighton
Artist Residence Brighton
An arty, characterful townhouse near Regency Square, a block from Brighton's seafront, with a buzzy restaurant and bar.
Drakes
A sleek seafront townhouse in Kemptown, famous for romantic rooms with freestanding baths facing the sea.
The Twenty One
A nine-room adults-only boutique hotel in Kemptown, beautifully done and quietly luxurious.
Best areas to stay in Brighton
The seafront & Regency Square. Sea views and steps from the i360 and the beach.
Kemptown. Bohemian, independent and home to the best boutique hotels.
The Lanes & North Laine. Shopping, cafes and nightlife in the heart of town.
Getting there & around
Train. Fast trains from London Victoria and London Bridge in around an hour.
Car & transport. Best on foot; frequent trains make it an easy day or weekend from London.
Car-free. Brighton is ideal car-free: arrive by train and walk; parking is difficult anyway.
Frequently asked questions
Where should you stay in Brighton?
A design-led townhouse near the seafront or in bohemian Kemptown, both walkable to the Lanes and the beach.
Is Brighton easy from London?
Very. Fast trains from Victoria and London Bridge take about an hour.
What is Brighton known for?
Its Regency seafront and pier, the Royal Pavilion, the independent Lanes, and the South Downs behind the city.