The Premier Inn Brighton City Centre on North Street is the best-value central option for visitors who care more about location than frills. It stands at 144 North Street, about a minute's walk from the Lanes, with the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Centre and the railway station each about half a mile away and the Palace Pier a ten-minute walk. The rooms are straightforward and comfortable, with a double or king-size bed, tea and coffee facilities, a desk and a powerful shower, and the hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, a lift, free Wi-Fi in public areas and luggage storage. Guests praise the friendly staff. For a short stay in the middle of the city, it is hard to beat on price and position.
Location and getting around
North Street is one of Brighton's main roads, with buses passing along it and the Lanes and North Laine on its doorstep. Most sights are within a flat walk of ten minutes, including the Royal Pavilion, the museum and the seafront, so you will rarely need transport. The station is about half a mile away, making it an easy choice for visitors arriving by train from London or Gatwick.
Rooms and what to ask for
Standard rooms have a double or king-size bed, and family rooms are usually available, so ask when you book if you are travelling with children. A buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge and is described by guests as basic but filling, with the usual cooked items and pastries.
The on-site restaurant is convenient for an easy dinner, though the Lanes offer far more choice just outside. Rooms on higher floors are quieter, so request one if you are a light sleeper, because North Street can be lively at night.
Who it suits and what to know: budget travellers, families, weekend visitors and anyone who wants a central bed without a boutique price. Parking is limited and off-site, so most guests arrive by train, and public car parks nearby charge by the day. The hotel is part of a large chain, so it lacks the character of the boutique hotels in this guide but offers reliable standards. Weekends in summer and event nights in the city fill up early, so book ahead for the best prices and a flexible rate.
Why stay here
- ✓Steps from the Lanes
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Lift access
- ✓Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Family rooms
Good questions
How close is it to the Lanes and the station?+
The Lanes are about a minute away, and the station and the Royal Pavilion are each about half a mile. The Palace Pier is a ten-minute walk.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge. Check your rate to see whether it is bundled.
Is there parking?+
Parking is limited and off-site, so ask the hotel before you drive. Many guests arrive by train instead.
