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About the Hotel
149 Kings Road,
Brighton,
United Kingdom,
BN1 2PP,
East Sussex
Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel is a Grade II listed Victorian hotel located along the coast of Brighton. Its recent refurbishment has enhanced its historic charm while providing modern amenities. This hotel conveniently places guests near Brighton's vibrant North Laine and popular attractions such as the British Airways i360 and SEA LIFE Brighton. With stunning views of the English Channel, it offers a unique blend of historic elegance and contemporary comforts.
Location
Conveniently situated on Brighton's seafront, the hotel is within walking distance of major landmarks such as the Lanes, Brighton Palace Pier, and Hove Lawns. It is approximately 28 miles from London Gatwick Airport, making it accessible for travelers. Local transport options are available, facilitating easy exploration of Brighton's public gardens and cultural sites.
Rooms
All 116 bedrooms have been newly refurbished with modern amenities and period features. Guests can enjoy upgraded rooms that include HD TVs, complimentary high-speed WiFi, and Nespresso coffee machines. The Privilege Sea View Rooms offer private balconies with breathtaking views of the English Channel. Additionally, the Junior Suite provides spacious accommodations with luxurious touches for an elevated experience.
Eat & Drink
The hotel features The Goulty, a seafront restaurant known for its locally inspired cuisine and traditional dishes. Coastal, another dining venue, offers a vibrant atmosphere with sea views, specializing in seafood and seasonal produce. Guests can enjoy a full breakfast with various options or opt for the lounge menu, which includes quick bites and afternoon tea. The recently refurbished NH Bar allows for casual drinks and cocktails in a stylish setting.
Leisure & Business
Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel caters to both leisure and business needs with versatile event spaces. The hotel includes several meeting rooms equipped with modern technology and high-speed internet access. Guests can relax at the hotel's bar or take part in various water sports nearby. A dedicated meetings team provides support for corporate events, ensuring seamless organization and execution.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Wi-Fi
Parking
GBP 28 per day
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
Key card access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Happy hour
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
149 Kings Road,
Brighton,
United Kingdom,
BN1 2PP,
East Sussex
Map view
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149 Kings Road,
Brighton,
United Kingdom,
BN1 2PP,
East Sussex
City landmarks
Garden
Royal Pavilion
4900 ft
Tower
British Airways i360
2200 ft
Between Church Street and Trafalgar Street
North Laine
1.1
mi
West Pier Kings Road
West Pier
2200 ft
North Street
Jubilee Clock Tower
3600 ft
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Brighton
5200 ft
Harbor
Brighton Palace Pier
1.5
mi
Mall
The Lanes
4600 ft
Museums
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
1.0
mi
Gallery
Cameron Contemporary Art
3900 ft
Shopping Area
Churchill Square Shopping Centre
3200 ft
Church St Royal Pavilion Gardens
Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
1.0
mi
Gallery
Fabrica
3900 ft
Church
Parish Church Of Saint Paul
2500 ft
Museums
Booth Museum of Natural History
1.2
mi
Kings Road
The Golden Spiral
2500 ft
Gallery
Two Kats and a Cow Gallery
2100 ft
Museums
Old Police Cells Museum
3700 ft
Parks
Saint Ann's Well Gardens
2600 ft
Madeira Dr
Gaming arcades
1.1
mi
17 Tichborne Street North Laine
Brighton Buddhist Centre
5000 ft
Church
St Mary and St Abraam Coptic Orthodox Church
4100 ft
Museums
Hove Museum and Art Gallery
1.4
mi
Gallery
Vivid Palette
3200 ft
Market
Brighton Open Market
1.7
mi
Nearby
Events
The Old Market
1400 ft
Museums
Museum of Penny Slot Machines
1000 ft
Museums
The Regency Town House
500 ft
Kings Road Arches
The Doughnut
1100 ft
Parking area
Regency Square
1600 ft
Restaurants
The Bandstand
1200 ft
147 Kings Road
The Southern Belle Pub
800 ft
3 Waterloo Street
Maharani
800 ft
52 Sillwood Street
Gorilla Grill & BBQ
800 ft
3 Waterloo Street East Sussex
China Garden
1100 ft
88-91 Preston Street
Stock Burger Co
900 ft
137 Kings Road
Aberdeen Steak House
1500 ft
28 Preston Street
Casalingo
1500 ft
29 Preston Street
Ephesus Brighton
1200 ft
80-82 Preston Street
Adelfia
1300 ft
13-14 Preston Street
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Clean Rooms
Friendly Staff
Noise Issues
Disappointing Dining Experience
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.3
Location
7.6
Service
7.2
Dining
5.1
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 16 reviews
7.7
7.7/10based on 3846 reviews
Susan
United Kingdom,
May
2024
6.6/10
I found the hotel to be a mixed experience. The rooms were a bit small for the price, and the bar prices were steep. However, the facilities were good, despite the bland decoration compared to downstairs. The bathroom was so tiny that it was difficult to open the door.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were a little small for the price and blandly decorated compared to the downstairs area. Despite this, they had good facilities. The bathroom was so tiny that it was a struggle to open the door.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix of experiences. While the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay, there were moments of rudeness, especially in the bar and during the check-in process.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was great for exploring Brighton, being conveniently close to the pier, The Lanes, and various restaurants. However, parking was difficult, and there was some abruptness about the available parking options.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were a bit disappointing, with a limited grab-and-go selection that seemed to have been sitting out for a while. The cooked breakfast was overly greasy, and there were concerns about the breakfast availability on certain days.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were decent, but nothing extraordinary. It did offer grab-and-go dining but lacked a variety of fresh options, and the breakfast was not up to expectations.
John
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was overall very pleasant. The rooms were comfortable and bright, albeit in need of a bit more thorough cleaning. The service was good despite being understaffed, and the location was ideal for a seaside getaway. The dining experience had its ups and downs, and the facilities were satisfactory.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, bright, and modern with a small balcony overlooking a courtyard. They were clean but could have been a bit cleaner.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, although it was noticeable they were quite overworked due to staffing issues.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location by the seaside was perfect for a short break, offering beautiful sea views and easy access to nearby amenities.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some aspects needing improvement, but overall, it was satisfactory.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay, offering basic amenities to meet guests' needs.
Bill
United Kingdom,
May
2024
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was great, near beautiful squares and buildings, with easy access to bars and restaurants. However, the room was disappointing, small with a rubbish view and storage in the wardrobe, and my reservation got canceled last minute due to overbooking. The dining options were a concern, but the service was friendly and professional.
Rooms
5.0
The room was basic with a rubbish view and small size; storage for tea and coffee was in the wardrobe.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and professional, checking if I needed anything multiple times.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, within walking distance of bars and restaurants and near Regency style squares and tasteful buildings.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a concern, with limited breakfast options and cancellations affecting the service.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's amenities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Simon
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was wonderful! The rooms had a great view over the beach and were classy with old school charm. The small veranda was a nice touch, and the room felt almost like a private apartment. The soft fluffy towels and having an ironing board and iron in the room were convenient. It was very quiet, making it a relaxing stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very nice and offered a great view over the beach, with a touch of old school charm. The small veranda was a lovely addition, and the room felt almost like a private apartment.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and professional. They were very kind and helpful, making my stay really lovely. The service overall was excellent, including room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, and happy hour.
Location
8.0
The location was really nice, directly opposite the beach and only a short walk to the town center and the Brighton Pier. The fantastic sea views and friendly, helpful staff added to the overall experience.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was quite average and a bit oily. It felt overpriced, especially around £50, which made me rethink dining there. However, breakfast was enjoyable, and the flexibility in seating was a plus.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered were good, with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Some areas felt a bit dimly lit, but overall, they served their purpose well.
John
United States of America,
December
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were very spacious and clean, but it did get uncomfortably hot at times. The service was a bit hit or miss, with some staff members being extremely friendly and helpful, while others seemed a bit stand-offish. The hotel's location was stunning, but unfortunately, the dining experience left something to be desired. Despite the ups and downs, the value for money was reasonable considering the overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious and clean, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit inconsistent, with a mix of very friendly and somewhat stand-offish staff members.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking views.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a bit lacking, not quite meeting expectations.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered basic facilities, nothing extraordinary but sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Jane
United States of America,
December
2023
6.2/10
I stayed at this hotel and found the rooms to be small but clean and nicely decorated. The service was friendly and accommodating, and although the location had its noise issues, the staff addressed them promptly. The dining experience left much to be desired despite the reasonably priced accommodation.
Rooms
7.0
The room was small but clean and nicely decorated.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating.
Location
6.0
The location was noisy at times but conveniently close to the pier without being too chaotic.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing given the price paid for the stay.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities met basic needs and were satisfactory.
Tom
United Kingdom,
November
2023
6.0/10
The hotel had some positives like great location within walking distance of the shops and Palace Pier, but it fell short in terms of room quality and friendliness of the service. The dining experience left much to be desired with cold food and rubbery eggs, yet the location was brilliant and offered good sea views.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were clean but lacked proper temperature control, and the wine stains on the carpet were not ideal. Some issues with lack of necessary amenities like a fridge.
Service
6.0
The service was not the friendliest overall, with some staff members seeming overworked due to shortages. However, some staff were obliging and courteous.
Location
8.0
The location was brilliant, with good sea views and proximity to everything we wanted to explore. However, the repeated slamming of doors by neighbors was a bit bothersome.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar with cold food and rubbery eggs, although some items were well-prepared. Breakfast bags were not provided to all guests as expected.
Facilities
7.0
Arthur
United Kingdom,
November
2023
5.6/10
The hotel rooms were quite basic and small, lacking draw space for clothes and with thin walls making noise from neighbors noticeable, though some rooms offer views of the coast. The location was convenient, right next to the beach and with friendly staff. The dining experience had ups and downs, with limited options and some service issues. The service was satisfactory overall, with helpful and respectful staff members.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were small and basic with thin walls, but some had views of the coast.
Service
7.0
The staff members were pleasant, helpful, and respectful.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient next to the beach and staff were friendly, but had noise issues.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had some service issues and limited options.
Facilities
6.0
Basic facilities were available, such as room service and laundry.
Albert
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.0/10
The hotel had mixed experiences, with the good size rooms and modernized bathrooms standing out positively, but the presence of dusty brown marks, an iron print, and a urine-stained mattress were notable drawbacks. The service was a mixture of professional efficiency and quirky interactions, though the absence of a manager during check-out was a downside. The location was ideally situated for reaching the Brighton Centre and enjoying seafront walks, but the disappointing views impacted the overall experience.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were of a good size with modernized bathrooms, but the presence of dusty brown marks, an iron print, and a urine-stained mattress was disappointing.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix of professional efficiency and quirky interactions, but the absence of a manager during check-out was notable.
Location
7.0
The location was ideal for Brighton Centre and seafront walks, but the disappointing views impacted the overall experience.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered standard facilities with no specific positive or negative comments.
George
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located near Hove for quirky shops and a short walk to Brighton town center, with a spectacular seafront view. The rooms were spacious and clean, but noise from outside was a downside. The dining experience left much to be desired with issues at breakfast, and the hotel offered a pricey on-site car park.
Rooms
7.0
The room was a good size and clean, but noise from the road and staff smoking outside was bothersome.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly, especially towards my 4-year-old, which was a lovely touch.
Location
8.0
The convenient location near Hove for shopping and close walk to Brighton town center was a plus, despite the pricey on-site car park.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing with cold, watery food for the vegetarians. Breakfast options were limited and slow to be refilled.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but improvements could be made in the dining area.
Clean Rooms
Noise Issues
Charles
United States of America,
July
2023
6.0/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. Despite the friendly and helpful staff, the room had some issues that affected my sleep quality. The lack of proper amenities made it less comfortable, and the location had both positives and negatives.
Rooms
5.0
I had to ask for a room change due to a constant light shining above the curtains, affecting my sleep. The room lacked convenient features like a bedside drawer and shelf space in the bathroom.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially when I reported room issues, were helpful and friendly overall.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was a mix of good and bad. It was close to lively bars and shops, but the room faced a less appealing back car park entry.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay; even though I appreciated the reduced rate, the options and service could have been better.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacked some essential facilities like better room amenities, which would have made the stay more comfortable.
Jerry
United States of America,
July
2023
5.0/10
The hotel room was a good temperature and of a decent size, although it was mediocre for the price. Unfortunately, the room lacked amenities like a fridge and had damaged taps in the bathroom. The breakfast provided was the worst we have ever seen.
Rooms
5.0
The room was below standard with no amenities, no fridge, damaged taps in the bathroom, and the worst breakfast we have ever seen.
Service
5.0
The service was fine but not friendly. We had to wait for 15 minutes in the breakfast hall the day of the marathon.
Location
6.0
The location was okay, a bit of a walk from the Pier area, and not totally in the thick of Brighton proper. However, it was opposite the beach but not totally in the thick of Brighton proper.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was poor with too many people and the breakfast food was not worth the £16 price tag.
Facilities
5.0
beach location
lack of amenities
Daniel
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were nice with a lovely balcony and sea view, but some areas looked dated. It was a quiet and relaxing stay. The service was friendly overall, but there was a slight issue with the car park pin number. The location was great, near the seafront and local attractions. The dining was pleasant, with friendly staff, but there were cleanliness issues that need attention. The facilities were decent, but there is room for improvement.
Rooms
8.0
The room was lovely with a balcony and sea view. It was quiet and comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, although there was a minor inconvenience with the car park pin number.
Location
9.0
The location was great, near the seafront and local pubs/bars. I enjoyed waking up to the sea view each morning.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was enjoyable overall, with friendly staff, but there were some cleanliness issues that could be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, but there is room for improvement in terms of cleanliness and maintenance.
John
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.0/10
The hotel offers a bright and modern room with a small balcony overlooking a courtyard but was tainted by a smelly toilet issue. The service was polite and helpful, although delayed at times. Location-wise, it's a perfect spot near the town center and beach, but the early morning pigeons can be bothersome. The dining options were underwhelming with a limited breakfast selection. Despite these drawbacks, the facilities were satisfactory overall.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious, bright, and modern with a small balcony area overlooking a courtyard but unfortunately had a smelly toilet issue.
Service
8.0
The service was polite, welcoming, and really helpful, even with the occasional delays.
Location
8.0
The hotel is on the quieter end of the beach, a short walk to the town center and pier, making it a convenient spot, although early morning pigeons can be an annoyance.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a concern as the breakfast options were limited and not of good quality.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities provided were satisfactory, meeting basic needs during the stay.
Danny
United Kingdom,
June
2023
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms were nicely decorated but had some issues, making it challenging for a good night's sleep. The service was hit or miss, with some great moments but also cleanliness concerns. The location was a mix of good and bad, with lovely views marred by some cleanliness issues. The dining experience varied, with some nice options but also room for improvement. Overall, there were both positives and negatives to consider.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were nicely decorated but had some challenges for comfort.
Service
5.0
The service had its ups and downs, with moments of great attention but also cleanliness issues.
Location
7.0
The location had its positives with lovely views but also cleanliness concerns.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some nice options but also room for improvement.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but nothing exceptional.