Name: Holiday Inn Brighton Seafront
Address: King'S Road - East Sussex, 137, Brighton, BN1 2JF, GB

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2026

Cathy

Thoroughly recommend.
Right on the sea front.
Secure car parking for a reasonable fee.
Very helpful staff.
Very good breakfast.
Good size room.

4/10

Poor

24 Jul 2026

forhad

Aircondition was not working adwell as the fridge and shower. It was 28 degrees hot.

4/10

Poor

24 Jul 2026

Yuvrajsinh

Services not good.

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jul 2026

John

4 years ago when we stayed here the air conditioning was dodgy at best. Before booking this year I read reviews for 2024-25 saying that they were working on upgrading the A/C. Upon arriving in July 2026 we find the A/C completely inoperative and the room was hotter than any other part of the hotel we went to.

This was clearly a choice of the hotel management not to fix it year after year knowing it was required. Clearly guests were not a priority here, cost control was. There won’t be a third time.

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jul 2026

David

Air con wasn't working, not ideal in this heat.

Breakfast was ok, great location, room was nice enough

Family

4/10

Poor

19 Jul 2026

paula

Check in at 4pm is rather late

4/10

Poor

15 Jul 2026

Daniel

The hotel is dated the rooms look very dated
There’s no air-conditioning, although the nice lady at the desk said they are upgrading so check before you book
Said lady organise me a balcony room due to the air conditioning issues she was very accommodating and lovely
What strange is Holiday Inn expresses are better than this

Business

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2026

Janet

NO air conditioning
because I booked rooms for unrelated people, I thought I had booked rooms with twin beds. No resolution available.
In order to rearrange some of my team, I had to book another room for 3 nights until I could find another place for 2 more nights. Cost me another $630.93

Business

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2026

Dr Surendra

Excellent view, close to station as well as beach. Very helpful staff. All in all a very pleasant stay.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Robert

Perfect!

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

14 Jul 2026

Lloyd

Dump, air conditioning doesn’t work, rooms extremely hot, felt dirty and run down, chipped woodwork, stained walls and hairs around bath and toilet, asked reception for a fan to cool they room they said they would call me after looking for one “upstairs” and never called back, please don’t waste your hard earned money here.

Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2026

Shitul

Excellent location on the seafront along Kings Road opposite the Brighton 360. Easy downhill walk from the train station but took a local meter taxi back to the station as it is n uphill walk back to the station.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2026

Miriam

Nice sports bar.
One of 2 cups in room was dirty

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Jyoti

Went this weekend for a one night stay. Booked through expedia. Had a premium room with no AC and no working phone. When questioned at reception, apparently AC had not been working since March and it is written on there website.
As far as I can see it is not written on the expedia website where you book.
So be careful!
All this amidst a heatwave.
Beach view was lovely from the room though.

Pet

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2026

Nasser

Everything was lovely apart from the air con not working at 28 degrees Celsius but staff kindly provided a fan which made it bearable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Karina

Exelent!

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Stephen

Good

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Clara

I've been going to Brighton for over 30 years and stayed at many places (the Grand, Metropole (now the Doubletree), Old Ship, many a B & B, the old Thistle, etc.; but I think that this humble little Holiday Inn Seafront is my favorite. Very reasonable price for a seaview room, and you can also get breakfast and dinner included and the food is great. Wonderful veggie sausages at breakfast, and the pastry chef makes a fantastic vegan raspberry croissant. The terrace is especially nice in pleasant weather--you can sip cocoa there in the morning and enjoy the sun glittering off the English Channel. Easy walking distance to shopping, the Lanes, buses, and the train station. All the staff are pleasant and friendly: on this trip, Rowan, Andy, and Fiona were especially helpful. I've stayed there my last 3 trips to Brighton. I hope I'll be able to go back again soon.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Monika

Staff was very helpful and friendly, tried to make my stay comfortable.
Room was clean
View from balcony was great although the railing was obstructing the sea view while sat down
No room service was a bit disappointing
They charge parking even from guests, was expecting free parking as I was staying at the hotel

Family

4/10

Poor

06 Jul 2026

Lisa

Currently hotel AC being updated but we were not told via email or when we checked in. Telephone in room didn’t work so had to walk down to ask for a fan. Dan didn’t arrive while out at concert. Another trip to reception.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jul 2026

Carol

Side beach view would have been nicer if windows were clean. Bedding is dated and old. Bed lumpy.

Self

4/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Stanley

The Hotel, its’ Staff and breakfast was great and it was situated on the Brighton Seafront. However apart from the lobby there was NO AIRCON to alot of the rooms, included ours, which totally spoiled what should have been a luxury couple of days stay. Advanced warning was NOT given and the fan supplied just blew the hot air around our room making sleeping uncomfortable. Also no drinking water was supplied to our room. Such a shame and had we known the Aircon in the rooms was not working , we certainly would have NOT booked with the Holiday Inn.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Gillian

This hotel is currently undergoing refurbishment. Unfortunately the air conditioning was out of order for the bulk of my stay and a standing fan placed in the room instead.

Carpet was very worn.

It looked like the en suite may have already been refurbished but the shower was off bad design and leaked into the bathroom floor.

Staff didn't engage when I returned each day (stayed five nights).

Breakfast was excellent and the staff there very helpful.

Great location to the seafront and Brighton Centre.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2026

Chris

Good but ludicrously expensive for what it is. Everything is fine, it’s fairly clean but it’s way too expensive

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2026

Debbie

Great location and very convenient, reasonably priced car park under the hotel.

Friends_and_family Friends

2/10

Poor

26 Jun 2026

CHETAN

A/C advertised but not working

Self

2/10

Poor

25 Jun 2026

Georgia

No working aircon in the middle of a heatwave despite hotels.com app stating there was aircon. Wouldn't recommend booking in the summer!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Max

Room was nice and clean staff were helpful

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

Riel Mart

Air conditioning was not working.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

STEPHEN

The front desk staff really helpful and pleasant, hotel well located short walk to centre and clean

Partner

4/10

Poor

07 Jun 2026

Arlene

The toilet didn’t flush properly. No mini fridge in room. Needed renovating badly. For £150 a night very over priced. Would not stay there again.

Partner

2/10

Poor

04 Jun 2026

Kirsty

After checking in we found the air conditioning was not working, tried to call the front desk and phone was not working, nor was the TV. Had to walk back down to reception where we were told we were pre warned about the air conditioning ( we were not!!) and there was a fan in the room- there wasn’t. The lady argued saying there was and said in regards to the phone not working- most hotels don’t have phones anymore anyway. When she came to our room, she finally agreed we indeed did not have a fan. One was delivered- but it literally just moved the hot air around. The fan stopped working in the middle of the night and our toilet was on constant flush.

Location wise, this hotel is great. But this hotel needs serious maintenance and updating and until this is done, I’d personally avoid.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

David

Nice hotel on the seafront. Modern feel to the decor. Rooms was clean and well appointed. Got a decent price via Expedia and very happy all round with booking.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Paul

Hotel was very accommodating for my elderly in-laws.
Good amenities. Great location.
Parking bit tricky as space at a premium.
Overall very happy with our short break.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Robert

We stayed in 404 side sea view,I wouldn’t say the added cost for the side sea view was justified.The bathroom has been updated but the room not,a fan was on upon arrival and well received.
We parked onsite which was a good idea as Brighton parking is ridiculous.The hotel is situated on the seafront further along towards Hove so ideal for the cricket as the county ground is 1 mile from the hotel,£6 one way for a taxi.overal would stay again for the money saved on parking.

Partner

2/10

Poor

31 May 2026

Jonathan

Run-down and grossly overpriced. No air-conditioning and no fan, and the window barely opened, so it was hotter in the room than it was outside. Room overlooked student accommodation and there were very loud parties until c.3am and c.5am on the two nights I stayed. When I was finally able to sleep the bottle bins were emptied in the alley underneath the window at 06:30. Complete shambles.

Self

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2026

natalie

We parked in the basement which was amazing in the heatwave! Hotel was clean and although it is dated it is tidy and room was clean. Air conditioning was not working but the room was cool and an effective fan was placed for us. Bed was really comfortable and hotel was great location.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2026

Steve

Nice hotel, perfect position for The Brighton Centre. Lovely big airy room, a little tired in places & sadly no air-con due to refurbishment but the provided fan was a nice touch.
I would definitely stay again (once the refurb has finished).

Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 May 2026

Justyna

We had Premium room, unfortunately no aircon;( heat in the room was unbearable in this weather-my kiddo got heat rashes .
Sofa bed was also very uncomfortable to sleep. Pros: brilliant location, great breakfast, clean room and toilet, iron, kettle and mini fridge in room just a bonus. I wouldn’t recommend for family with kids as very hot in the room.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2026

David

Lovely stay and the hotel is right on the beach, does not get better than that !

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2026

Jo

Great stay! Really enjoyed our stay in Brighton last weekend. This was a very pleasant hotel, perfectly situated for the beach and other Brighton attractions. We received a friendly welcome, the room was pleasant and the breakfast was great. There are some areas of the hotel that could do with a little TLC and modernisation, but nothing too bad. Would definitely stay here again.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 May 2026

Saim

Good place with a good view

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Matthew

Clean room, good location

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2026

prabs

Very nice

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Patrick

We enjoyed a large English Breakfast that was served with fresh ingredients. There were vegetarian options.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Adekunle

Great stay.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Robert

I stay here on a regular basis parking and good location

Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2026

Nichola

Basic and clean. The air con did not work in the room.

2/10

Poor

04 May 2026

Tony

Not happy at all

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

Kelly

Room was very tired, stains on carpet, peeling wallpaper, mould in bathroom

8/10

Excellent

03 May 2026

Fraser

Breakfast was adequate but the hotel was dated and not of high quality that I would expect from an IHG hotel.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Andrew

Was expensive, but overall stay was good, friendly staff although parking was quite stressful.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

heidi

Staff were exceptional at this hotel, it's a bit old and could do with some minimal updates, but service, friendliness, convenience and location are unbeatable, nice sized room fofr x 3 people too. I would stay here again

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Kevin

See stars

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Veronica

Nice hotel, clean room

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Apr 2026

Kevin

The hotel was clean, well appointed and in a very good beachside location. The only downside was the apparently thin walls. We could hear the people in the room next door arguing very clearly when they came in at 3am. Better sound insulation required.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Apr 2026

Helen

Staff were helpful from checking in to checking out. The hotel was very clean but going through an upgrade so some areas were a bit jaded regarding decor. Our room was beautifully clean and the beds were comfortable but the pillows weren’t great and could have done with being replaced.
Breakfast was great.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Jing

Very good position

8/10

Excellent

13 Apr 2026

Darren

Conveniently located. Check in staff were excellent

Self

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

Jayne

Room was spacious and at first seemed very quiet, however when rooms either side were occupied sound carried very easily.
No air con or heating working therefore a fan and plug in heater were in the room

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

08 Apr 2026

Julie

Their system said I had not paid for breakfast, I had. The room was not cleaned without my insistence, apparently they were too busy! Spent 90 mins in foyer while it was done. Room keys did not work very well. Changed but still not working properly. Woken just before midnight on final night, banging on door, He refused to say who it was, Said I had to prove who I was as no one should be in the room. No apology given. A man banging on my door just before midnight telling me to identify myself to him smacks of the travel lodge incident where women are put at risk. Following morning, no apology, blaming the company we booked through, finally offered a small refund which I am having to claim through a third party. I had very little sleep after the incident. Left as soon as possible as I was left feeling very uncomfortable.
There was a real sense that I was an inconvenience. All problems were the fault of anyone but them. Very poor customer service. Not a good experience at all. Returned home far more tired than when I left. Not good fro a short break.

Partner

4/10

Poor

07 Apr 2026

Cory

showers were not working, the place is a mess and not like the photos. Staff were not easy to deal with like other Holiday Inns I have stayed in....never again

4/10

Poor

06 Apr 2026

Leila

It is very unclean, shower is very moldy and so are the bathroom walls in general. Seems to be an issue in all Holiday Inn hotels.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2026

Ying Ho

Friendly staff. Clean and spacious room. Great buffet breakfast with a good range of choices. Very close to beach.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Mar 2026

Jane

Very basic ,old ,outdated rooms . Bed was comfortable .Main reception and communal areas absolutely freezing .
Breakfast was good - - stay if it's the only place you can afford

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Elena

Room was spotlessly clean, spacious, a bit rundown, but considering the cost/location - can’t complain. Staff were lovely and for £15 parking (you can leave the car until late!) - would stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2026

Paul

A great stay for what you pay, but there are some small improvements though that could be done.1 of the small things is there is no cold water running from the tap so you can have a cold drink and no English mustard for the cooked breakfast.
Like I said just small changes to make the stay a better

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Mar 2026

Se-yi

Friendly staff, clean room

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Mar 2026

Janice

Cleaning standard in room was excellent , hotel is a bit run down in parts but progress is being made with the lifts now fixed after many months .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Paul

Excellent parking facilities.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

W

The room was clean & tidy, the reception staff went above and beyond for us.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Russell

Our room we didnt have real view off the sea but we was walking distance of the beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Janice

Great location , room housekeeping was very good . Hotel interior could do with a refresh in some areas but great to see lift has been fixed and improvements are under way

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2026

Dawn

Always enjoy our stays in the holiday inn we've stayed here about 8 times now great location never had any issues ,love being able to park under the hotel .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2026

Kiran

Nice big room, clean and comfortable

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

Paul

Staff are lovely. Room tidy and breakfast was a great selection

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

jonathan

Helpful reception staff. Great location and onsite car park.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2026

David

Clean room, helpful staff

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2026

Gemma

Room was ok, bed was dipped in the middle of mattress.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Fariborz

Everything was great and as expected.

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2026

WILLIAM

Yes

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2026

mark

The room was clean and tidy, staff pleasant, breakfast was good with good choice

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2026

Amita

Clean room, staff very friendly. Everything we needed close by.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2026

Paul

Check in was very easy and all the staff were helpful & friendly

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2026

Vishnu

Good

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

COLIN

Stayed here many times and all very good with this stay

reception and housekeeping staff good

plenty of food choice in local streets as well as in the hotel

2/10

Poor

15 Jan 2026

Alan

The room had no heating on a bitterly cold and wet night. A small electric powered radiator was provided. This was totally inadequate.

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2026

Mohammad Imran

Room was clean.. staffs were great

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jan 2026

Greg

Hotel needs to have an aircon that heats it was freezing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jan 2026

Kathleen

The hotel and room were very clean, the room was comfortable and warm and the staff were extremely helpful. Breakfast was wonderful. Highly recommend.

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Jan 2026

Graham

Internet not to bad, breakfast undercooked,
Mold around the windows in room.
No heating in the main hotel area's, dinner room, main lobby, and coffee area.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2026

Sophie

Loved it. The staff. The location. Rooms can be a little noisy and cold but overall very pleasant

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2026

James

Quite room, friendly staff

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Jan 2026

Carly

Great location

8/10

Excellent

30 Dec 2025

Lauren

Great position and views

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Dec 2025

MARK

Good staff and clean rooms, breakfast was great also

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2025

Narinder

Our stay was thoroughly enjoyable and exceptionally comfortable. The staff went above and beyond, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home. Their attentiveness and willingness to assist truly enhanced our experience.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

Paulette

Though some may say the breakfast was basic, to me and family, it was great. Wide choice of foods. No matter where you sat, you could see a TV! Rooms were clean. We even had complimentary soda,water, and chocolates in the fridge! Sweet touch! God willing, defo back next year. Staff, all friendly and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2025

Asim

Nice Room, very friendly staff, nice breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Louie

Super friendly Staff, accommodating and polite, ample space bedroom/s plus nice parking. Highly recommended…

Friends_and_family Family