Malmaison Brighton

Hotels
Frasers Hospitality
8.2 (4980 reviews)
Brighton Marina , Brighton & Hove , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great Location
Friendly Staff
Clean Rooms
Good Breakfast
Free Parking
Cons:
Uncomfortable Bed
Slow Service
Needs Refurbishing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Room was well-sized, very clean, bed and bedding incredibly comfortable.
Service
8.6
Staff were lovely; exceptional service from waiter Alfie and the assistant manager.
Location
8.5
Location was great for marina; stunning location on the boardwalk.
Room Quality
7.8
Beds and pillows super comfortable, but room decor could use updating.
Amenities
8.1
Free parking was a great benefit; bar and restaurant on-site were enjoyable.
Value for Money
7.6
Not worth the premium charged given some flaws in room and services.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Food was very good at the restaurant, excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.4
Positive overall stay; would come again despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:51

Property Description

Waterfront Location with Stunning Views
Located on Brighton Marina, Malmaison Brighton offers breathtaking views of the sea. Guests can enjoy the serene water vistas from the outdoor terraces.

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
The en-suite rooms are elegantly designed with contemporary furniture and art. Guests can unwind in luxury beds, and some rooms even offer the flexibility of an extra bed.

Delicious Dining Experience
Indulge in modern British cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients at the restaurant with an outdoor terrace, large windows, and a conservatory. The bar also offers a large, light-filled space with marina views.

Experience seaside luxury at Malmaison Brighton. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

When travelling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £25 for 1 dog or £40 for maximum 2 dogs, per night applies, please notify the hotel in advance. Dogs are allowed in designated guest rooms-unfortunately our Suites can't accommodate dogs- kindly note dogs cannot be left unattended in the rooms.

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The SORA pop up takeover at Malmaison Brighton runs from 20 May to 31 August, delivering an immersive Japanese dining experience overlooking Brighton Marina. The menu features exclusive robatayaki dishes, sushi, sharing plates and signature cocktails. Breakfast rates include familiar favourites with a Japanese twist, while dinner inclusive stays offer the Taste of Sora five course sharing experience – a refined yet relaxed option for both casual dining and special occasions.Inclusions only apply for adults. Children’s Breakfast is not included in the advertised rates and the charges are as follows directly to the hotel: 0-4 years old – Breakfast Complimentary/5- 11 years old – Breakfast charged at 50% full price/ 12 and over breakfast charged at full adult price. Kids Dinner Menu also available.

Please note that extra beds and cots must be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival, customers will be required to settle children's extra bed charges (GBP 30 per night) directly with the hotel.

There is free parking at the Marina multi-storey car park (BN2 5WA), which is only 3 minutes away from the hotel on foot. This is owned and operated by Brighton Marina. You won't need a ticket and please ignore the 4 hour max. stay signs, as this no longer applies. If you park on level 6 there is a foot bridge leading on to the boardwalk, which will provide easy access to the hotel. If you are staying with us over the weekend, please do not park on level 8 & 9 due to Sunday car boot sale.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £45 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4980 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Dan solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Wonderful location, great decor, helpful staff.
Comfortable room, nice coffee!

Cons:

Car park too far away
No smoking on the terrace / balcony

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
10
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Caroline solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The Hotel was lovely, in a great location and so comfortable.
The breakfast was unbelievable.
Will definitely be staying there again.
The staff couldn't do enough for us.

Cons:

There wasn't anything we didn't like.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
9
Great marina location for the less busy beach
Pros:

Great view over the marina to the sea from the Sea View rooms. Easy to park on level 6

Cons:

The bed was a bit small

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
9
Friendly staff comfy bed nice breakfast enjoyed the complimentary cocktails
Pros:

We love the location as we enjoy the walk into Brighton

Cons:

The bathroom smelt a bit when we first went into the room 216

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
7
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Stuart John couple gb
9
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Hutton couple gb
9
Great place to stay. Very comfortable. Nice toiletries. Megan who checked us in was friendly and welcoming.
Pros:

Great location with parking

Cons:

Room was bijou but comfortable

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple gb
8
Really lovely
Pros:

Location was fantastic great views of the marina and a 45 minute walk into Brighton town centre

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Phillippa family_with_children gb
8
Good value excellent breakfast staff helpful
Pros:

Rooms very clean comfy

Cons:

Sharing balcony covered in seagull poo needs cleaning

Reception staff (man) unfriendly on arrival unlike female staff all very friendly and helpful

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Melanie couple gb
10
Fantastic on all fronts!
Pros:

Excellent location in the marina with free parking an absolute bonus!! Great breakfast, lovely spacious modern room. The staff were brilliant!!

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Ella solo_traveller gb
10
Fantastic place to stay for Brighton Marina
Pros:

Meg on reception was so lovely and I loved the location. Everything was clean and fresh and the staff were all lovely

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
8
Pros:

Great location and views from the restaurant

Cons:

Staff were young and inexperienced. Some better than others

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Rhian solo_traveller gb
7
Good location and safe stay
Cons:

The shared terrace outside my room needed sweeping and the chairs were worn and had bird poo on them . It really let the rest of the experience down . It should have been a bonus feature not a letdown

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Val couple gb
9
Pros:

Excellent service from the staff particularly the deputy reception manager.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
9
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Helen solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Wonderful location on the marina with easy parking and great views. Perfect for a relaxed night away. Location made it very easy to walk to the main Brighton seafront too.

Cons:

Nothing it was great

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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tracey solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The marina was beautiful and the breakfast staff were great, reception were very good and extremely helpful

Cons:

Too far from the beach for us

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Max extended_group gb
10
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Shane couple gb
8
Lovely stay and location on the Marina
Pros:

It was nicely furnished and decorated

Cons:

Our room wasn’t ready on time, but we were given complimentary drinks for the inconvenience

2026-07-23 via Nuitee