Brighton is located in East Sussex on the south coast of England. Its reputation as a fashionable seaside resort began in the late 1700s, at which point hotels were built along the seafront to accommodate the influx of vacationers. A number of these historic hotels still stand today, offering visitors elegant rooms and excellent service right on the Brighton seafront.
The De Vere Grand Hotel, commonly known as "The Grand," is an iconic Brighton landmark. Built in 1864, this Victorian building dominates the center of the seafront strip. According to the hotel's website, The Grand has featured in a number of movies and television shows and has played host to the likes of U.S. President J. F. Kennedy and British Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Gordon Brown. The hotel was bombed by the IRA in 1984 in an attempt to assassinate Margaret Thatcher. The attempt failed, but forced the hotel to close for almost two years. Renovations were made and the hotel was restored to its former glory.
De Vere Grand Hotel
97-99 Kings Road
Brighton, East Sussex, UK BN1 2FW
011-44-12-7322-4300
devere.co.uk
Located on the Old Steine, just opposite Brighton Pier, the Royal Albion is a fine example of Regency era elegance. Built in 1826, the hotel has retained its period charm throughout the 186 guest bedrooms. The Royal Albion also has function rooms for weddings and conferences, a bar and a restaurant.
Royal Albion Hotel--Brighton
35 Old Steine
Brighton, East Sussex UK BN1 1NT
011-44-87-1222-0038
royal-albion-hotel.co.uk
The Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel, known simply as the "Old Ship Hotel," is one of Brighton's oldest seafront hotels. The hotel has hosted a number of important events in its history, "from the Prince Regent's Ball in 1819, to Nicolo Paganini's violin recital in 1831 and the Banquet celebrating the opening of the London to Brighton Railway in 1841," says the hotel's website. The hotel has 154 bedrooms, many with sea views.
Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel
31-38 Kings Road
Brighton, East Sussex, UK BN1 1NR
011-44-12-7332-9001
barcelo-hotels.co.uk
The Radisson Blu Hotel is located on The Old Steine, a picturesque square just a stone's throw from the beach. The hotel first opened in 1819 and has since been restored to its original state of grandeur. According to the hotel's website, previous guests include Charles Dickens, William Thackeray, Wilbur Wright and countless members of the nobility. The hotel has 59 Regency-style rooms, some with sea views.
Radisson Blu Hotel
41-42 Old Steine
Brighton, East Sussex, UK BN1 1NP
011-44-12-7376-6700
radissonblu.co.uk
The Kings Hotel was originally built in the early 1800s, at which point it served as three Regency era private residences. The building was converted into a hotel in the early 1900s. The seafront location and excellent views continue to make the Kings Hotel a popular destination. The hotel is located at 139 Kings Road, directly opposite the beach and a large children's play area.
The Kings Hotel
139-141 Kings Road
Brighton, East Sussex, UK BN1 2NA
011-44-12-7382-0854
kingshotelbrighton.co.uk
