Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Limited Food Options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
There were complaints about the cleanliness, including finding a snot on the sheets and the room being hot.
Service
9.15
Many reviews highlighted the exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, especially Mike.
Location
9.15
The hotel has a great location with a fantastic view of the sea.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms were described as clean, spacious, and comfortable with a lovely view.
Amenities
7.65
Missing amenities, such as the lift being out of service and no breakfast available, affected the score.
Value for Money
8.65
Overall good value for money, with many positive sentiments about the accommodations.
Food and Beverage
7.15
Negative feedback on the breakfast options and food availability during the stay.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall positive experience with highlights on staff service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:43

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views
Located in the heart of Brighton, The Lanes Hotel offers breathtaking sea views that will leave you in awe. Certain rooms even provide a front-row seat to the mesmerizing sight of the ocean.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with amenities such as free WiFi, a TV, and a private bathroom in each room. The hotel also provides free toiletries and a hairdryer for your convenience.

Central Location
Situated just minutes away from Brighton Pier, The Lanes Hotel is centrally located near top attractions like The Royal Pavilion and Brighton Dome. With a 24-hour front desk, the hotel ensures your needs are met anytime during your stay.

Experience the beauty of Brighton with us at The Lanes Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable seaside getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the Family Room and Double or Twin Room are located on the lower ground floor.

All rooms located on the upper floor have elevators to the rooms.

Breakfast is available at The Lanes Hotel for an additional charge, and can only be arranged at the hotel due to new social distancing measures.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2472 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 7.15
Overall Experience: 8.85
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JOSEPH • family_with_children • gb
4
Not great so will look for alternative hotel if we return next year
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

We had stayed in 2025 and booked same Room type which was spacious the hotel changed our booking to a very small room after payment had been taken in full. 2nd year running the Lift was still out of service and we were on 3rd floor so lots of stairs to negotiate.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Helene • solo_traveller • fr
5
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful. Great service.

Cons:

The duvet on the bed was very thin.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
6
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
9
A lovely couple of days in Brighton.. the room was very clean and comfortable and the staff were super friendly
Pros:

The room was lovely and clean and very central

Cons:

The outside windows could have had a bit of a clean.. just so that you could enjoy the beautiful sea view a bit more

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • th
8
Good value hotel, easy to find, comfortable and friendly.
Pros:

Historical features rather than modern.
Comfortable beds
Good location with room overlooking the sea.

Cons:

Hotel could do with a freshen up and redecoration.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Personnel très accueillant. Lit confortable. Très bien placé. Qualité/ Prix super. Nous sentons la volonté de bien accueillir et de prendre soins de ses clients.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
A perfect gem
Pros:

I can't begin to compliment the amazing team at The Lanes Hotel enough. A special thank you to Mike, he went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Aneeka • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Liza • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Dan • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Nunnery2005 • extended_group • gb
7
A characterful hotel in a brilliant location with warm, welcoming staff and lovely communal spaces,
Pros:

This hotel is in a fantastic location, making it really easy to get out and explore the area. The staff were genuinely warm, friendly and helpful throughout our stay, which always makes a big difference.
The rooms are a good size and were clean. We were also lucky enough to get a parking spot right outside the hotel, which felt like a real bonus and took away any stress around parking.
One of the standout features was the huge guest lounge overlooking the sea — such a lovely space to unwind. With games, a piano and plenty of seating, it had a relaxed, welcoming feel and is a real asset to the hotel.
We didn’t have breakfast during our stay, so can’t comment on the food, but overall we had a really pleasant experience.

Cons:

A lovely property with plenty of character, though it is starting to feel a little dated in places. There were a few small things that didn’t affect our stay too much but might be worth noting for others. The sash windows can rattle in the wind and didn’t always stay open, and the shower cubicle door didn’t fully close. The bathroom itself was clean but has quite an 80s feel, with only a high overhead shower.
As expected with an older building, soundproofing is limited, so we could hear the family above us at times. The TV placement felt a little unusual, and while everything was tidy, the carpet could benefit from a deeper clean.
The cocktail bar area is more of an extension of reception, so it doesn’t quite have that cosy “stay for a drink” atmosphere. Also, while the photos online are accurate, the property feels less modern in person.
That said, it’s clear this is a well-loved hotel, and with some TLC it could really shine again. We still had an enjoyable stay overall.I rated it a 7 as, while we enjoyed our stay, the hotel feels quite dated and a little overpriced for what it currently offers; however, if location and space matter more than luxury and modernity, it’s a great place to stay.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Grace • family_with_children • gb
7
Lovely quirky hotel, friendly staff but rooms could do with updating!
Pros:

The staff were super friendly and accommodating! Nothing was too much for them. Hotel overall was super clean and breakfast was lovely too.

Cons:

Rooms were slightly dated and windows were very drafty. We were there on an exceptionally windy weekend but found the windows banging a lot and waking us up.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good location and friendly staff.

Cons:

The parking situation isn't great, only room for 5 cars in the car park, if you don't get a space it's a lottery on how close you can park to the hotel.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Paula • extended_group • nz
7
Great location , beautiful house .comfy beds
Pros:

The location is great with a very short walk to the pier and bus stops right outside .
The beds are comfy , the pillows are great , shower is hot and the room is a good size.

Cons:

We are currently traveling for 4 weeks from New Zealand and have only booked properties that offer breakfast on-site for pure convenience- sadly the property didn't offer breakfast on the days which we stayed which isn't mentioned in details at all. We actually wouldnt have booked had we of known .Just our own preference as its a massive trip and makes life easier to have breakfast on-site

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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victoria • family_with_children • au
8
It was very nice 👍
Pros:

We got breakfast and it was delicious 😋

Cons:

The beds were not comfortable and the tv was in a bad place

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee