Stayed in this hotel for a couple of nights Dec 2010 while visiting family in Brighton. We arrived…read moreafter a grueling day of airports, trains & delays ( due to snow).Entering the building there isn't a whole lot to see but once you enter the huge main lobby / lounge area it's quite lovely. On that particular night there was a "do" on & the general atmosphere was very festive but classy. Christmas lights sparkling, music playing - maybe I was just exhausted but I found it all quite enchanting,. The desk service staff were efficient but not at all stuffy. Rooms- very clean - I'm not a fan of staying in hotels for that very reason but this one passed the test, it was spotless. The bed was uncomfortable - too firm but I was able to sleep just fine. The room came equipped with all the essentials, hair dryer, iron, coffee maker, etc - stocked fridge but I stayed away from that financial trap. A complimentary robe & slippers were in the wardrobe too - not for you to take home though - glad I checked with the front desk before leaving. The small cheapy looking binoculars belong to the hotel aswell & were handy as we had a sea front room & could see Brighton Pier. The location of the hotel is ideal - 3 steps out the hotel's back entrance & you are in the heart of the north lanes/ south lanes. Perfectly situated. The hotel's front entrance is sea front & a short skip across the road to the beach. Breakfast: Amazing. really really good. You can order room service but I really recommend you get your behind out of bed & get down to their sea front dining area & chow down on their fully stocked breakfast. They had everything you could ask for. We were late getting up the first morning & rushed down there a few minutes after the breakfast deadline (11am on a Sunday I think) - they were in the process of clearing up but were more than happy to accommodate & encouraged us to help ourselves to whatever we wanted. Overall our short stay at the Thistle Brighton was very positive. I would love to come back in the summer when the sun is shining. :)

Do not recommend. Nice view/location however hotel was expensive for the quality. Lacked in…read morecleanliness, bed was very hard and noisy. It was hard to relax knowing that the room hadn't been properly cleaned and the hotel was very worn/used. Would not return.

Absolutely a dream come true to stay at this historic location. From the moment we checked in we…read morefound The Grand a completely different level of service we had not experienced before in our travels. We decided to have a room not facing the ocean and it saved us a lot of money and is far quieter than the front where all the action is. The bed is comfortable. The tea and coffee provided are excellent. Best of all is the availability of ROOM SERVICE. We did not bring fancy clothes but we could order room service for dinner in our room, which was less expensive and tastier than the tourist friendly restaurants on and near the beach. In the morning breakfast is available downstairs and is amazing. The staff welcome every one of their guests with genuine warmth. Love this hotel.

This hotel is beautiful, but what makes it amazing is the incredible service. From the moment you…read morearrive, everyone you interact with from concierge, to front desk, restaurant/bar, and fabulous breakfast service is above and beyond! This is our second visit to The Grand, and one of many.

In spite of extensive recent interior refurbishments, this attractive Grade II Georgian listed…read morebuilding is in keeping with its surroundings and retains a smart presence. With rooms on three floors, take the stairs and you'll be pleasantly surprised by the elegant sweeping 18th century Adam staircase; on the walls - of the first floor - you'll discover memorabilia dating back to the time of the original owner, Admiral George Murray, who served with Nelson. Bedrooms are sympathetically restored, with an unobtrusive modern touch, in warm neutral tones. There's a flat-screen TV on the wall, comfy chairs to relax in, a good supply of quality wooden hangers (although only wall hooks, rather than a closed wardrobe) to hang your clothes on and a sleek, efficient kettle together with tea and coffee supplies to prepare hot drinks with. The bathroom is simple and white, comfortable enough (and very clean) with courtesy (ginseng-enriched) products. Rooms still use a traditional key system and have a name as well as a number. I was concerned that sounds from the (quite noisy) old-fashioned, gate-style, lift might be intrusive but happily that wasn't the case. Views from my window (at the back of the hotel) were of buildings and the car park with verdant hills in the distance. Reception staff were efficient, smiling, helpful, welcoming and obliging. Well-deserved of its three star rating; decent value (even better if you get a special offer deal) and a very pleasant, convenient place to stay in the centre of Chichester and for access to other parts of West Sussex.

I chose this hotel thanks to a recommendation from Amethyst and a special offer deal, and was very…read moreglad that I did. The location is ideal: within the old city walls and a very short walk from the market cross which marks the town centre. The building itself is part of Chichester history, and has been sympathetically restored. Rooms are decorated boutique-style, in gentle colours with plantation blinds and suede accents, and amenities include a flat-screen TV, drinks tray, and lovely toiletries in the bathroom (which had both shower and bath). As well as the rather grand staircase, there is an old-fashioned lift (the sort with a sliding gate). Staff were really friendly and helpful. Breakfast included a full English along with a buffet of pastries, meat and cheese, cereal and fruit. This was eaten in The Place, a brasserie at lunch- and dinner-times; there is an adjoining bar with open fire.

This hotel dates back to the 1830's so there is plenty of history within it's wall. However, recent…read morerefurbishment means that some of this was lost but to keep up with the times it was well needed. This place felt like an OAP which for a short time can be very interesting but you wouldn't want to spend the night with them. This is one of the cheapest places to stay in Brighton if you want a hotel and not an even cheaper hostel which you share a room with anout 20 other people. The cheapest price of £22.50 which includes breakfast is almost cheap enough for me to stop my lease and live there permanantly. Certain rooms have balconies which overlook the see at night which is worth a few quid extra and en suite facilities in every room this place is perfect for budget holidays. 5 stars because it is so cheap!

This hotel dates back to the 1920's. It was called the St Albans back then. From the breakfast room…read moreone can enjoy the views of the British channel! All the 30 rooms are styled in Regency era decor. All rooms have full en-suite facilities. Most rooms have a sea view. Family room are £90 a night. A single room is around £35 a night. Look out for midweek offers.

It is an absolute steal for its location, price, and service…read more Quality: 4 Value: 5 Service: 5 Ambience: 3 Let's be honest: this hotel is like if IKEA made hotels, from the furnishings to the whole design. That said, it is extremely close to the train station, the front desk staff were all always nice, regardless of what time of day / night it was, and the price was surprisingly low. Can you hear water running through pipes at odd hours? Yes. Can you hear drunk lads running through the hall at 3am? Sure, on weekends. But let's be honest, it's Brighton and many newer hotels with thinner walls have this issue. All in all, this would be my recommended place to stay for a budget traveler looking to be in the center of things in Brighton.

I loved this hotel so much. I stayed 4 days in a twin bedded room. It has really great working…read moreair conditioning and most hotels in Brighton do not. This kept the room very quiet on the 5th floor room with double glazed windows and good curtains. It's right next to the Brighton Train station, which can take you into London Victoria station. The beds were the most comfortable I slept on in the UK, they were like a futon. The room had a tea kettle, hair dryer, iron. There is a smallish closet area. The free wifi worked great, and had a TV. The bathroom was shower only with an all purpose soap. Everything was compact, but the room was plenty spacious. The only things missing were a fridge or in room safe. I could not have been more comfortable. The breakfast was very delicious and had the best croissants. I did not eat the evening meals. The location also is very close to a 24hr corner market and Marks and Spencer foodhall open until 11pm. The sea is a short distance about 10 minute walk.

What a find. This hotel is located approx 7 minutes drive from Gatwick airport. So if you have…read morean early flight or late flight, as we did I would thoroughly recommend this hotel and would endeavour to book again in a heart beat. The price in January 2020 was 49 pounds which included a very nice room with a huge comfortable bed and a very nice spaceous bathroom aswell as a continental breakfast. Fantastic value. The staff were very accommodating and sweet. We also had an evening meal with them, which very good. I had their bbq ribs, salad and chips, and the ribs were fall off the bone finger licking good. My husband had their fish n chips and peas. I also really liked their White Company Toiletry sets in the bathroom, what a gorgeous smell! There is also free parking.

Great hotel with a charming bed-and-breakfast feel. The rooms were clean, spacious, and…read morecomfortable, with beautiful views and a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere throughout the property. The morning breakfast was excellent, offering both continental and hot breakfast options (or you can enjoy both). The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay even more enjoyable.

I haven't used this hotel yet, but the owner was very friendly when I popped in to enquire about…read moreroom availability. He even boasted that his rooms were much nicer than the neighbouring Amblecliff's - unfortunately for him though, Amblecliff were cheaper and able to do a one night weekend stay. Will keep Alvia in mind for future visitors.

What a find! This is a clean very stylish hotel. It is about 2 minutes from the sea front(you can…read moresee it from the front door) It is about 10 minutes from the centre(although there are lots of fantastic shops to browse on the way into the centre) This hotel is modern and my room was fabulous. A small entrance with a full length mirror, a bathroom, fully tiled, with a great shower, plenty of storage space and excellent lighting. The toiletries were very high quality and left my skin feeling smooth and pampered. The bedroom was large with a very comfortable bed, tv, cd, player, large wardrobe complete with safe. Desk,and easy chairs. The soft furnishings all matched and had clearly been chosen with care, this all added to the charm of this lovely room. The staff were really nice. Nothing was too much trouble and I felt like I really mattered and that they were really pleased to have me as a guest. They offer a choice of three breakfasts full English, continental and a vegetarian. Breakfast was unhurried and the coffee was topped up regularly-just what I needed! The crockery was all white and as stylish as I had come to expect. I chose this hotel from a recommendation from MSE on cost and location. I am delighted I did so

I found myself having to visit Brighton again and missed out on a new hotel i wanted to try so…read morethought I would give Hotel Una another go. And what wise decision that was. On arrival I immediately gelt very welcome. I was aloud to look at three rooms which was no irritation to them. I felt very relaxed. I chose the Jabba sweet which I wasn't taken with initially but by the next morning i was very comfortable. The room is very tight in the bedroom area but not really a problem. Tips. The beds are not all Kings. The bed in Eden was much larger to the bed in Jabba which is definitely a queen by Global standards.

Una is an ultra-modern yet boutique style hotel that caters for those looking for a glamorous…read morechange to your average seaside offering. All of the rooms offer something different including freestanding baths, original artwork and avant-garde furniture that work so well with the backdrop of the Regency architecture of the building. I'm an especially big fan of the colourful abstract pieces in here by artists Johanna Berger and Charlotte Davies. There are a range of room sizes with corresponding price tags. I stayed in a smaller double room but even though it was small, the attention to detail and service more than makes up for it (and who spends much time in their rooms in Brighton anyway?). When you have an art deco brass 4 poster bed, who needs space to walk around? Even smaller touches like Molton Brown bathroom products, a DVD player and very filling breakfast made this a hit for us and well worth the £115 a night price tag.