Top Hotels in East Sussex
Top Things to do in East Sussex
The 10 best hotels in East Sussex, United Kingdom
Discover the best hotels in East Sussex, England including The Grand Brighton, Hotel Pelirocco, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station, Jurys Inn Brighton, Legends Hotel, Blanch House, The Mermaid Inn, Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel, The Lookout Rye, Malmaison Brighton.
Things to do in East Sussex
1. The Grand Brighton
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11872 reviews
The Grand Brighton is an iconic Victorian property that is steeped in British history and stands centre stage on Brighton’s famous seafront. This unforgettable hotel boasts traditional grandeur mixed with modern design flourishes throughout, including a stunning sweeping spiral staircase, beautiful sea view rooms, a sumptuous bar & lounge, and a gorgeous modern restaurant. The independent hotel is conveniently located in central Brighton just 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, 1 hour from Central London and just a stone's throw away from the famous Lanes and Royal Pavilion. This luxury Brighton hotel is the perfect base from which to make the most of this exciting city by the sea.
Afternoon tea
Reviewed By cen29We booked afternoon tea for 4 of us. However having just been diagnosed as a diabetic I asked if I could have a savory tea or some sort of fruit instead of the cakes. I was told this was not possible and the only menu available was on the website. We phoned again because we didn’t believe that a hotel could not provide a piece of fruit or something savory instead of cakes and we were advised again that they could not deviate from the menu. How disgusting is that; a hotel penalizes me for a medical condition. We cancelled and went somewhere more obliging. Do not go to the Grand if you are a diabetic. Also you are limited to 1.75 hours. Tea at the Grand has obviously become a conveyor belt tea with no choice and timed. What a shame I used to love it there but they have lost the custom of the 4 of us ladies.
2. Hotel Pelirocco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1559 reviews
Hotel Pelirocco is Brighton's original boutique hotel with 19 individually themed rooms inspired by maverick musicians, inspiring individuals and popular sub-cultures. Complete with late night cocktail, private karaoke lounge and frequent live music and events.
Wedding Guest.
Reviewed By susansG4984AFThe hotel was booked for a wedding party of 30 or so. We stayed 2 nights and felt really looked after. The decor is quirky and fun but most importantly nothing was too much trouble for the staff. We felt thoroughly looked after.
3. Ibis Brighton City Centre Station
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2160 reviews
For travelers visiting Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its quiet environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station makes it easy to enjoy the best of Brighton. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Ibis Brighton City Centre Station offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a desk. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, newspaper, and express check-in and check-out. Guests of Ibis Brighton City Centre Station are also welcome to enjoy a lounge, located on site. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station is located a short distance from St Bartholomews (0.3 mi) and Duke of York's Picturehouse (0.4 mi). If you like Indian restaurants, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station is conveniently located near The Chilli Pickle, Manjus, and Curry Leaf Cafe – Brighton Lanes. If you are interested in exploring Brighton, check out a garden, such as St. Ann's Well Gardens and Cafe. Whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure or both, Ibis Brighton City Centre Station is sure to make your visit to Brighton one worth remembering.
Peter is a legend and a credit to your company
Reviewed By Sj-RogueSo we had to come to this hotel because thanks to wizz air incompetencies cancelling our flight after going through gate check in. Yes really! ruining our honeymoon and no one helped. Your staff welcomed us and a special thanks to Peter at the front of house who is a credit to your company. Very professional, friendly and extremely helpful in calming upset patrons. The hotel was clean. And the food was lovely. I am a bit of a coffee snob and don't usually like hotel coffee. But this actually had taste. Thank you so much for your hospitality on such a dreadful day.
4. Jurys Inn Brighton
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3787 reviews
Jurys Inn Brighton is one of the most convenient hotels in the city, located just opposite the main railway station. The hotel is also close to the seafront and iconic Brighton Pier, and just a 10 minute walk from top attractions like Brighton Dome and Brighton Pavilion, making it the perfect choice for guests looking for central accommodation. The hotel has been completely transformed by a £2 million refurbishment and now boasts 234 newly-designed spacious, modern bedrooms all featuring the ultra-comfortable DREAM bed by Jurys Inn, Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen serving a variety of crowd-pleasing and comforting dishes, Off the Shelf lobby shop stocked with snacks and travel necessities, a connectivity area for guests working on the go, an all day Costa Coffee bar and complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout. Jurys Inn Brighton is also renowned for its friendly staff and was proud to receive the 'Warmest Welcome' award at the 2018 Brighton & Hove Hotelier Awards.
Worst hotel
Reviewed By juanfcomoralesI can’t even describe how disgusting this hotel was, we were given 3 different rooms and each one was more foul than the one before, stains on the bathroom door, the walls, floor, curtains, in the bath, cobwebs, hair on the floor, broken air conditioning (a fan on the floor was the replacement) the repayment was a single shot of vodka and mixer (it was somehow also terrible) are they actually being serious, for £188… I genuinely couldn’t recommend this hotel any less. The reception staff are less than useless, one literally wrote the wrong room number on someone’s keys and as we complained on 3 separate occasions we were joined by 4 other people also complaining about their individual rooms, when we asked for the general manager she simply walked away into a back room. Possibly the worst hotel in Brighton/The UK.
5. Legends Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1204 reviews
Legend is superbly located along the seafront, close to Brighton Palace Pier. The property is finished to the highest standards. Breakfast is served from 7.30am-11.30am and we offer a great daytime menu and a delicious Sunday Roast. Our well appointed Terrace is the perfect place for a drink and watching the world go by. We cannot wait for you to visit
Worst hotel ever !!!!
Reviewed By U7210FUjonkIf you book a room you don’t expexpt a room as small as a stamp , it claustrofobic,after complaining there was no other room available of course , for more than £100 you kind of expect something, 2,25x2.00 a broombox ,been to lot of hotels but this made me realy go nuts so small !
6. Blanch House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1687 reviews
Award winning Blanch House (Travelers Choice 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021) is Brighton’s original boutique hotel set in the heart of Kemptown, a stone's throw from the Regency seafront. We pride ourselves that we’re often described as a home from home with the warmest welcome around where nothing is too much trouble for our guests from arranging for chilled Champagne and flowers in your room on arrival to helping you decide on a restaurant from our carefully selected recommended places to eat in town. Choose from one of our 12 individually designed guest rooms, each equipped with high speed complimentary Wi-Fi, TV, a range of teas, coffee and homemade biscuits, and in the bathrooms robes and luxury Aromatherapy Associates toiletries are provided to help you relax and unwind. In the evening enjoy a drink in our intimate lounge bar and following a good night’s sleep indulge in our AA award-winning continental breakfast.
Jewel of a boutique hotel- great place to stay - with real personality
Reviewed By EllaTMNTThis is an excellent place to stay in Brighton- super friendly staff, great lounge bar, lovely rooms ( we were a 3 so had 2 rooms), brilliant location, Nice and clean. I would thoroughly recommend staying here- and will go back any time I’m in brighton.
7. The Mermaid Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1692 reviews
Originally, dating from 1156, the Mermaid was rebuilt in 1420, much as it still stands today, as the principal Inn of Rye. The Mermaid now caters for those who appreciate tradition and charm, coupled with the modern facilities required by today's guest. So, from a picturesque cobbled street; step back in time to experience the unique atmosphere of one of England's oldest and loveliest Inns.
Good place to stay but possibly not to dine.
Reviewed By napiera2019Lovely hotel in ancient black and white timber framed building with low beams and lots of steps and stairs. Great place to stay for exploring the beautiful town 9f Rye. Food wise, our group were happy with the evening meal but I thought it was the most disappointing meal that I have ever paid £45 for (2 courses). The crab raviolo (in broth was very disappointing as was the salt marsh lamb which lacked flavour and tenderness. Pasta for the raviolo was thick and tough. I would not rush back here to eat but I would be more than happy to stay here again.
8. Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 401 reviews
Location doesn't come much better than this, right on Brighton seafront with fantastic views of the beach and out to sea. Situated only a short walk from Brighton's main attractions, this newly refurbished elegant Regency style hotel is perfectly situated for short breaks, weddings and meetings. Each of the 123 bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, flat screen TV, high-speed WiFi, hairdryer, and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel has limited parking on site, charged at £25 per car overnight and is payable at check in.
An old but beautiful interior, had its issues!
Reviewed By Jacqui BOn arrival the reception hall is stunning, very well decorated and just look up!! Entering our room we had no electricity, easily fixed by maintenance with in 5 mins. Following morning same problem but we were checking out so wasn’t an issue for us. Room telephone also not working which was an issue during the night as from 1am to 6am our neighbours in the floor decided sleep wasn’t what they wanted! Whether they were drunk revellers or family if kids who couldn’t sleep due to jet lag the constant shouting and door banging left us with a very poor nights sleep! We did shout down the corridor once but couldn’t work out which rooms were involved! And sadly as the phone wasn’t working contacting reception wasn’t straight forward. We didn’t eat brekkie in the hotel as Brighton has many sea front restaurants just a short walk away. Overall we had a lovely time in Brighton but the price of the room at the Mecure was not worth the money in my book! Will be seeking a different hotel next time
9. The Lookout Rye
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1326 reviews
The Lookout is a small independent restaurant with rooms, located in the heart of medieval Rye just beyond the town’s ‘Landgate’. There are 18 spacious en suite bedrooms including the ‘Penthouse’ which has 360 degree views of the town, the river and the fishing boats. offering massage and beauty treatments and off street parking for all its guests and boasts a pretty outside terrace with views over the Town Salts.
Lovely Staff & Best Patio in Rye!
Reviewed By linnsarahWe stayed here for 1 night and had a great family room with a camp bed for our young daughter. Staff was so accommodating and friendly. Charming bar area and breakfast room and a very good breakfast with plenty of options. The star of the hotel might be the large outdoor patio area with a great mix of sunny and shady spots, beautiful plants, a nice view, and just a lovely place where you could relax for a while over afternoon tea or drinks with friends!
10. Malmaison Brighton
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2374 reviews
Welcome to Malmaison Brighton, a contemporary hotel with a big personality on Brighton Marina waterfront. Uniquely located to offer the best views of Brighton Marina. Close enough to make the best of Brighton's vibrant life but also somewhere where you can enjoy a more relaxed environment with great hospitality, fresh & local produce menus & something a little more unique. Seattle is a hotel to explore, sit back and enjoy the day in the lounge, as the boats come and go, or perhaps it will be the retro pop art that will attract you or relax on our terrace and enjoy the buzz of our restaurant during the evening. Our team are a big part of what makes the Seattle experience so unique. You'll find them friendly, welcoming and never shy to help.
Club Seaview Room
Reviewed By RachaelT630Friendly staff. The room itself was clean, shower was good. There was a little box of Lindt chocolate and bottled water provided in the room on arrival and the coffee machine was a nice bonus to other hotels. Would definitely recommend staying in the seaview rooms as the view was great.
