Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel stands on the seafront road itself, which means the promenade, the pebble beach and the sea are the first things you see when you step out of the door. The hotel is part of a large international chain, so the standard of the rooms and the service is dependable rather than quirky, and that suits many travellers who simply want a clean, comfortable bed in a good position. Some rooms face the water and a number have balconies, which is the feature that most guests will want to ask about when booking. The position is the real selling point. From the hotel you can walk along the front towards the Palace Pier in one direction or towards the i360 and the ruins of the West Pier in the other, and the Lanes and the Royal Pavilion are a short walk inland. It is a sensible choice for a first visit, a family weekend or a couple who want a straightforward seaside stay without paying the prices of the grandest hotels on the front.
Location and getting around
The hotel faces the sea on the main seafront road, so the beach is across the street and the whole of the promenade is on your doorstep. The Lanes, the Royal Pavilion and the Palace Pier are all within a walk that most visitors manage comfortably, and the i360 viewing tower is a pleasant stroll along the front. Brighton station is further up the hill, so allow a taxi or a bus if you arrive with heavy luggage, and plan to leave the car at the hotel or in a public car park rather than driving around the one-way streets.
Rooms and what to ask for
The most useful decision at booking is whether to pay extra for a sea-facing room. Rooms with a view, and especially those with a balcony, turn a standard city-break stay into something more memorable, particularly in the evening when the pier lights come on. Inland rooms cost less and are perfectly adequate if you will spend the day out. Room sizes and fittings vary, so read the room description carefully, and check when you book whether breakfast is included or charged separately.
Who it suits and what to know: the hotel works well for couples, families and friends who want to be close to the beach and the main sights, and for anyone who likes the reassurance of a well-known brand. The seafront is lively, especially in summer and at weekends, so light sleepers should ask for a higher floor or a quieter side. Parking is limited in this part of the city and usually charged, so check the current arrangements with the hotel when you book, and keep in mind that check-in generally begins in the afternoon.
Why stay here
- ✓Seafront location
- ✓Sea-view rooms
- ✓Rooms with balconies
- ✓Hotel lobby
- ✓Beach across the road
- ✓Close to the Lanes
- ✓Near the Palace Pier
- ✓Near the i360
Good questions
Where is Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel?+
It is on the seafront road facing the beach, a short walk from the Lanes and the Palace Pier. The i360 is a stroll along the front.
Do rooms have sea views?+
Some do, and a number have balconies. Ask for a sea-facing room when you book, as these usually cost more and availability varies.
Is parking available?+
Parking in this part of Brighton is limited and charged. Check the current arrangements when you book, or use a public car park nearby.
