The Beach Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (4106 reviews)
1-2-3-4 Regency Square , Brighton & Hove , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Outdated Facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.4
Several reviews mentioned that the hotel cleanliness was subpar, particularly in areas like room cleanliness and outdated facilities.
Service
8.4
Most reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, suggesting good service.
Location
8.4
The convenience and proximity to local attractions were frequently praised in the reviews.
Room Quality
6.4
Mixed sentiments were noted; while some rooms were spacious, many mentioned that they were dated and sometimes uncomfortable.
Amenities
6.9
Though amenities like breakfast were appreciated, there were complaints about things like heating and outdated decor.
Value for Money
7.4
Several reviews indicated satisfaction regarding what was received for the price, suggesting decent value.
Food and Beverage
7.9
The reviews generally reflected positive experiences with breakfast, indicating it was enjoyable and a highlight.
Overall Experience
7.4
Overall sentiment indicated that despite some issues, guests had a pleasant stay, anchoring a generally good experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:39

Property Description

Historic Grade II Listed Beach Hotel
Built in the 1820s, the historic Grade II Listed Beach Hotel in the heart of Brighton offers traditional rooms just steps away from the beach.

Convenient Location
Surrounded by a variety of bars and restaurants, and within close proximity to Brighton's iconic attractions like the Pier and the Royal Pavilion, our hotel provides easy access to the vibrant city life.

Delightful Dining Options
Indulge in locally caught seafood at The Regency, Brighton's oldest restaurant, while enjoying picturesque views of the West Pier from the outdoor terrace.

Experience the charm of Brighton at our hotel, where modern comforts meet historic elegance. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Guests must provide the same card that was used to make the booking upon arrival.

Public parking is available at the Regency Car Park across the street from the property.

You must show a valid photo ID upon check-in. If you are booking for someone else, please fill out a third party pre-authorization form.

Please note that for nonrefundable rates, a credit card must be shown on arrival.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 4106 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 6.4
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 7.4
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yazdi solo_traveller gb
8
Its a good cheerful quick stay place
Pros:

Place is nice and easy to find, room nice spacious and clean .
Ensuite a little small , downside ,the lack of aircon ,relying on table fans .
Breakfast great selection ,only thing bacon was very smokey and scrambled eggs bit watery .
Not to my taste But was nice toast and range of breakfast ,yogurts ,fruits ,coffee etc.

Cons:

spoken

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Neil couple gb
5
You get what you pay for but would probably pay more next time
Pros:

Great location and reasonably priced for Brighton. Staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

parking around there is expensive. The hotel was clean but dated, bed was comfortable. Breakfast was pretty sub standard, very basic and limited.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
8
Great location and good value for money
Pros:

Excellent location and very polite and helpful staff.

Cons:

Our bedding was very clean but we did have a hole in the sheet. The shower door had a broken roller which meant we showered with the door open (not a huge problem).

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Jamie solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple au
8
Pros:

Excellent staff and location! Amenities were also fine

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
J
Jose Luis solo_traveller es
9
Hotel ideal para pasar unos días en la playa de Brighton
Pros:

La habitación era muy grande aunque algo anticuado el mobiliario. La ubicación en primera línea de playa con vistas al mar. El desayuno tipo buffet estaba muy bien, tipo desayuno inglés. El trato del personal fue excelente. EN general muy buena experiencia.

Cons:

No había aire acondicionado en la habitación y hubo ola de calor el día que estuve, supongo que es normal que estos hoteles antiguos no tengan aire acondicionado en Inglaterra. Luego el mobiliario está un poco anticuado pero a mi no me molesta, le da un aire clásico a la habitación.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Leigh extended_group ca
7
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
C
christiane family_with_children fr
7
Pros:

l'emplacement de l'hotel, proche du centre et de la mer, l'accueil du personnel, l'équipement des chambres et leur confort

Cons:

par contre nous n'avions pas imagi,é que nos chambres en entresol se trouveraient sous le hall d'entrée de l'hôtel ce qui a rendu notre séjour assez bruyant

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Franz couple at
7
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Mike solo_traveller gb
8
Great value, friendly service and excellent location - all for 2 star prices, well done!
Pros:

Excellent little hotel in a great location opposite the i360 - short walk to the beach, bars and restaurants and opposite a green space - our room had sea views which was nice. Very friendly staff, on reception and in the breakfast area and having read some of the other reviews i was anticipating a few problems but really nothing too much to complain about - we will be back next year!

Cons:

I always prefer a shower but there was a handheld shower head in the bath but not the end of the world. No AC in the rooms but fan provided so for a 2 star hotel this was really good value

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Maria Elena couple gb
8
We enjoyed our stay would book with the hotel again if we come to Brighton
Pros:

The location was excellent and we had a ground floor room which was perfect as my husband has difficulty in walking the breakfast was really good a good choice of food

Cons:

The room didn’t have a fridge which we could have done with

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Allan couple nz
7
Cons:

The lift was scary!

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Julie family_with_children gb
10
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Krzysztof couple gb
3
Great location, but the condition of the room and the overall experience were extremely disappointing.
Pros:

The only positive thing was the location. The hotel is very close to the beach, which made it easy to enjoy Brighton on foot.

Cons:

Unfortunately, almost everything else was disappointing. On arrival, our room was not ready because the staff had not finished cleaning it, even though check-in time had already passed.

Our room was located in what felt like a basement. There was a strong musty smell throughout the room, and by the end of our stay all of our clothes smelled of dampness.

The Wi-Fi was extremely poor, and there was almost no mobile phone signal in the room.

The first time we left the hotel, we couldn’t lock the room door. After asking at reception for help, the receptionist immediately brought out a special door handle and said many guests had the same problem. If the hotel is aware of this issue, guests should be informed or shown how to use it during check-in.

The windows could only be opened with a screw. When I opened one, my hand became covered in dirt. The windows and door handles looked extremely old and outdated.

Two electrical sockets in the room did not work. The shower was another major disappointment – the water only came from the overhead shower, there was no proper control, and adjusting the water temperature was extremely difficult.

Overall, the room felt old, poorly maintained, and uncomfortable. If someone likes very basic and outdated accommodation, this hotel might suit them, but I certainly would not stay here again.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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EUGENE solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Centrally located, easily found

Cons:

Parking can be an issue, goes with location.
Beachfront parking 8pm till 9am

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
D
Damian couple gb
6
Average good location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

WiFi terrible

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
R
Romin family_with_children gb
10
Will always visit
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Love everything about it. Nothing bad to say.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Kerry solo_traveller gb
10
Wonderful place to stay
Pros:

Staff were very pleasant and helpful, the hotel was really nice and clean, the room was comfortable nicely decorated and the views from the window was outstanding, breakfast was very tasty

Cons:

Leaving

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Reidar solo_traveller no
10
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
9
Pros:

Location couldn't be better for the town and beach.
Breakfast superb in nice surroundings and attentive staff.

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-23 via Nuitee