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Drakes of Brighton

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Brighton Beach

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Enjoy a city view from this balcony with a table for two, a glass of wine, and comfortable seating.
Enjoy stargazing from the comfort of your room, with a telescope at the ready and a balcony to take in the view.
Relax in a serene space with a bathtub, armchairs, and a view of the sea.
Traditional buildings with curved facades and chimneys stand against a clear blue sky.
Enjoy unobstructed views of the beach and pier from this serene outdoor space.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
43-44 Marine Parade, Brighton, England, BN2 1PE
  • Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Brighton Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | View from room

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, City View

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, City View

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea Facing

Signature Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea Facing | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Signature Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea Facing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Brighton

On the beach.At this Seafront hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Brighton Beach and SEA LIFE Brighton. Brighton Pier and Brighton Royal Pavilion are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • SEA LIFE Brighton - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brighton Pier - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brighton Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Brighton Station - 3 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brighton Zip Fish and Chips - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St James Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al Forno Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Volks Bar & Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seagull Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Drakes of Brighton

4-star beachfront hotel near Brighton Beach
Drakes of Brighton offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The boutique Drakes of Brighton also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Brighton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Drakes of Brighton offers 20 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 7.50 to 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 to 15.00 for adults, and GBP 7.50 to 15.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Brighton Drakes
Drakes Brighton
Drakes Hotel
Drakes Hotel Brighton
Brighton Drakes Hotel
Drakes Brighton Hotel
Drakes of Brighton Hotel
Drakes of Brighton Brighton
Drakes of Brighton Hotel Brighton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Drakes of Brighton to the airport?

Drakes of Brighton is 27.1 mi (34-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Drakes of Brighton?

As of Jul 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drakes of Brighton on Aug 31, 2025 start from $147.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Drakes of Brighton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Drakes of Brighton.

How close is Drakes of Brighton to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Drakes of Brighton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Drakes of Brighton, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 7.50 and 15.00 for adults, GBP 7.50 and 15.00 for children.

Is there a casino at Drakes of Brighton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Drakes of Brighton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Drakes of Brighton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 25 per day.

Does Drakes of Brighton have a pool?

Drakes of Brighton does not have a pool.

Does Drakes of Brighton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Drakes of Brighton to downtown Brighton?

Drakes of Brighton is 0.4 mi away from Brighton.

Drakes of Brighton Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 600 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was incredible! Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely weekend in Brighton

Perfect location on the seafront close to The Pier, Sealife centre and the lanes, great room and the team were lovely and really helpful. Parking on a first come, first served basis which we were lucky to arrive on a fairly quiet weekend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was ideally situated. A short walk from the town centre but far enough away to be quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Amenities
Everything at the Drake was above any of my expectations! The hotel, built in the 1800’s, the ceilings alone are amazing. The staff were also above and beyond. It felt to me that they genuinely cared about my stay. The poached eggs on avocado toast was the best! I’m not even exaggerating. I will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in Brighton

This is my third time at the Drakes hotel and it keeps getting better and better. The rooms are gorgeous and the staff is amazing. But the main reason i love this place so much is the attention to detail: comfortable beds, home made shortbread in the rooms, the toiletries are exceptional quality and each room has its own personality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just differnt class alround
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary

It was a lovely experience and as e had the best room in the house everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful. Nice to sit by the bar too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Rockville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Really lovely stay here . Very friendly staff a great service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lothar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall. Close to the pier and the Lanes with many dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Juan Jose

Traveled with group
The staff make all the difference super friendly and helpful. The shower and bathrooms need rethinking. I would recommend staying there for the location and excellent service. Also they have a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haig

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot in front of water and Soho House

Great hotel in front of soho house, very convenient area and front of the water. Rooms are clean and bed is comfy, staff is super nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! Loved our room, the free standing bath and room service were a treat. The team at Drakes were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would definitely stay again

Ocean view room was tiny, but well laid out. Loved the balcony/the fact that the windows opened. Could hear the waves at night. Very peaceful. Sweet neighborhood too. No elevator though, the only downside.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chung Tak

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place!

Absolutely lovely hotel. Comfy, charming with great service and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024