41 Marine Parade, Kemptown, Brighton & Hove, BN2 1PE, United Kingdom
#16 of 76 B&Bs and Inns in Brighton & Hove
Guests' ChoiceBased on 909 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 11 September 2024
Gosia
United KingdomI would happily go back, but there were a couple of minor things that for a little cost could massively boost the user experience: clean the windows, the view deserves it, descale the kettle, get a small bottle of water on the fridge ( would be so apprecated especially on a hot day)
Excellent location, place clearly cared for. Loved the room set up.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 25 August 2024
Dory
United KingdomThe Bed ! the mattress was too soft we are used to a bit firmer, shower cubicle was quite small and had to manoeuvre to get in it which was awkward with a back problem, size of the room was small especially for two people,
Location was very good bus stop right outside and easy to get to town, parking right outside so didn’t have to move the car or pay parking, staff were friendly, but had a few worries about what was gluten vegan and dairy free as were given normal milk instead of soya and sausage wasn’t gluten free and vegan which if eaten my daughter would have been very ill so I would say more care on allergens in future is needed, but on the up side I was very impressed that they got some weetabix the second day for me after asking if they had some on the first day of our stay,
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 8 July 2024
Lindsey
United KingdomWe were in an attic room which was overpriced we felt. The bathroom wasn't clean - lots of dust. There were tea stains on the wall in the bedroom and the tv wasn't connected and my husband had to connect it himself. The price didn't include breakfast. I had messaged ahead to ask about a gluten free breakfast but when we arrived I didn't have much choice. We had stayed at this hotel a few years ago and it was excellent. We both felt that the service and cleanliness had gone downhill. We would have mentioned all of the above to the staff but we didn't have the opportunity.
The location is great and it's a nice looking building. The breakfast room is light and well furnished.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Richard
United KingdomWelcome on arrival. Room 9 (loft conversion room), poorly ventilated and on a warm day, this room is unbearable. Fan which was equipped in the room would be better suited to a large industrial unit. The room definitely did not have a view.
Location on the seafront is good. Breakfast was well presented and nicely varied.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Tim
United KingdomSlightly small room
Good breakfast, quiet and good location for the beach and the center of town, parking
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Farrah
United KingdomI extended my stay in Brighton for one more night. I was staying in another hotel needy door before hand. The room was dirty and the carpet not hoovered. The lock did not work and so I couldn’t sleep because I didn’t feel safe. The price was almost double then what I paid at the first hotel where I had a safe room, 24/7 staff presence and also better towels soaps etc.
The staff were amazing I had no issue with them at all. The breakfast was okay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Lewis
United KingdomRoom advertised with a bath which was very useful as we did the marathon but we only had a shower
Good sized room had everything you’d want
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Karyn
AustraliaThe manager wasn’t very helpful. Asked him where a good place to have a meal and a drink and he really didn’t have a clue
Room was quite good and close to everything.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Declan
United KingdomAir con made constant dripping noise in night
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomOur room was on the top floor which meant climbing up 62 steps. If you are old, infirm or have a large or heavy suitcase then you would definitely need a room on the first couple of floors
Excellent location, very good value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Caroline
United KingdomTraffic noise and night time noise from passers by - very little sleep had
Beautiful property- modern whilst keeping in style of period property. Fabulous sea views. Balcony and parking
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Christine
SingaporeThe stairs to climb and also the beds were too small for a couple.
The staff were very helpful and warm. The owner also very willing to trouble shoot and genuinely cared for the well being of the guests.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Roger
United KingdomArrival staff member, heating broken, view was side window (we expected a front view)
Parking, general comfort, breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Muriel
ItalyThe room was very compact but ok for a short stay.
Loved the location, we were coming to an event nearby. The room was very clean and comfortable. Only stayed for one night but would definitely return for longer.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Farmer
United KingdomCould have been cleaner. Wee left on the toilet seat.
Room and location good. Host very polite.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Paul
United KingdomOpened the window to get fresh air in the room to sleep but because of the strong wind the window frames, doors and extractor fan all rattled and reduced the amount of sleep we would normally get. Cracked sink and mould around sealant at bottom of shower.
Went to a local cafe rather than the hotel breakfast
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
William
United StatesThe room was described as seafront, but it was on the side of the building, so it wasn’t truly a seafront apartment. When I inquired, I was told that the seafront apartments are double the price, and that’s that. The gentleman that let me in at my 9 o’clock check-in was less than welcoming, and made no effort to help me, at 67, carry my bags up three flights of stairs.  the gentleman truly made me feel like I was putting him out. The gentleman truly made me feel like I was putting him out. The woman I dealt with in the morning was much nicer. 
A beautiful property located right on the beach Promenade. Small but very well appointed inn.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Denis
SwitzerlandThe parking arrangement and also the noice from the road. Single windows only which is no noice blocker. Carpets would need to be cleaned yet.
The staff was very friendly and effective.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Amelia
United Kingdom- very small room - very noisy road - room was hot and you couldn’t keep the window open due to noise from street - the sea view was a side view and whilst pleasant it wasn’t what I expected - duvet cover had marks on it - smell of breakfast cooking three floors down permeated the room every morning
The staff were friendly, the location was good, the view was nice. Nice to have a mini fridge and complimentary water. Parking was free for guests.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Darrin
United KingdomBooked and paid for a sea view room - offered a room with no view which the manager claimed was a sea view room - luckily got a sea view room via a cancellation....
Location is superb, breakfast of a high quality as was the room.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Alkis
CyprusThe view of the room
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Jane
SwitzerlandStair climb was appealing with no lift.
Breakfast was ok. Staff friendly.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Dianeb
SwitzerlandThe room was quite small and warm.
The location of this hotel was excellent - close to city centre and right opposite the beach. Very nice host who was very helpful and sympathetic when I had to book a new flight.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Gabriella
Swedensee above
the place is nice and in a great location. It feels homey and nice. However it needs some TLC. The view towards the sea is great however the windows so dirty you cant look out. Small things like toilet paper holder broken, window cracked, bulb missing for bedside lamp, iron not working. These are small things to fix that would have moved the place from good to great.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Bibin
United KingdomThe awful stairs that we had to climb just to get our room!
The view & easy access to the beach
Stayed in June 2023
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