6 Top-Rated Hostels hotel in Brighton, East Sussex, England

April 24, 2023 Deane Carmody

Londoners have been traveing to Brighton for beach getaways ever since the railway arrived here in 1841. The pebbled beach, Brighton Pier's amusement arcade and the Royal Pavilion are the main sights, but you'll also find hundreds of pubs and clubs catering to an energetic crowd.
Restaurants in Brighton

1. YHA Brighton

Old Steine, Brighton BN1 1NH England
Excellent
60%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 681 reviews

YHA Brighton

YHA Brighton is a brand new hostel that will be ready to open its doors on 17th November 2014. The former hotel is undergoing a huge refurbishment this summer ready for the winter opening. The hostel has an excellent location, right by the sea front with incredible views of the Brighton Pier and the sea. It's situated close to all major transport links as well as the vibrant hear of the city centre. YHA Brighton will have 151 beds in 51 rooms - all of these are en-suite for your comfort. We even have some premium rooms available, featuring king-sized beds, roll top baths and spectacular sea views. Enjoy a delicious meal and a relaxing drink in our restaurant and bar, and socialise with your fellow travellers in our communal areas. YHA Brighton is the ideal base to explore this interesting city, from visiting historic buildings and cultural museums to enjoying a traditional British seaside location.

Great location

Reviewed By lynnexxx2022

Amazing hostel right in the heart of Brighton, the only downside is you might need earplugs as close to chalk nightclub. Staff were all helpful and room lovely, clean and comfortable. Room to leave luggage when checking in or out was useful.

2. Selina

135 Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2HX England
Excellent
42%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
9%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 43 reviews

Selina

Located on Brighton’s seafront in the trendy neighborhood of Hove, Selina Brighton is a unique traveler’s hub, bringing together creative locals, digital nomads, and explorers from all over the world. Exquisitely designed, our colorful boutique building offers guests a range of accommodation options, an elegant sea-view restaurant, a friendly co-working space, a quirky bar, and a cozy late-night venue. Plus, our eccentric rooms and carefully curated social spaces are perfect for relaxing, catching up with friends, and meeting like-minded travelers.

Good stay !

Reviewed By Ali N

Great stay ! Good Check-In . Grace was super helpful and welcoming . Also enjoyed the welcome drink and complementary coffee at reception Hotel is also centrally located close to the beachfront and main attractions shops and bar . Overall good little hotel to spend 1 or or 2 nights away !

3. Kipps Backpackers Hostel

76 Grand Parade, Brighton BN2 9JA England
Excellent
63%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 244 reviews

Kipps Backpackers Hostel

Welcome to Kipps Backpackers Brighton We are a small friendly central hostel/backpackers situated opposite the Royal Pavillion/ Gardens and are close to all of Brighton's Main Attractions, including the Brighton Pier, Brighton Wheel The Beach, The Lanes, The Theatres/ Concert Venues and the Gay District. The Train Station and Bus Station are just a few minutes walk away. We offer a very friendly atmosphere, comfortable, budget accommodation with excellent facilities including a licensed bar. We also offer free Wi-Fi Internet throughout and 2x free internet PCs in our games room. Guests can also relax on our terrace or in our lounge area with XBOX/ Wii and Digital TV. We also offer a self catering kitchen. Our Accommodation is available to individuals and group reservations. We have a variety of room types, including - Private Rooms - Single/ Twins to Double Rooms TV, Radio/ CD player, Tea & Coffee making facilities, Shower and Wash basin. We also offer family rooms 3/4 Bedded Rooms. We also offer Dormitory Rooms for larger groups or individuals with ensuite facilities and free security lockers. We have free nightly events at the hostel including pasta nights, pizza nights and XBox Nights. A great way to meet other guests and the staff We look forward to welcoming you to vibrant Brighton and to Kipps Brighton.

Shocking

Reviewed By I7503YAcraigs

Paid good money for a 2 night break, first time to Brighton. Booked through booking.com. Pictures and description seemed good so booked. On arrival, contactless. Room key in a key pad access box outside of room. Room smelt awful. Shower in room was filthy. Shared toilet stunk of smoke and unclean. Tried contacting owners but no response. Decided to leave and complain once home. Basically told non refundable and what do you expect from budget accommodation, something not made clear to me at time of booking. Ruined our first visit and anniversary trip.

4. Smart Brighton Beach

First Floor 79-81 West Street, Brighton BN1 2RA England
Excellent
14%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
13%
Terrible
38%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 155 reviews

Smart Brighton Beach

AVOID at all costs! Was robbed of £300 and treated awfully.

Reviewed By corih323

I stayed here before with friends and it was ok, so I booked to stay again in May 2020. There were jo 4-bed dorms on the site, but I rang up and they told me I could book a 4-bed dorm by email, and I paid in full by bank transfer. Due to covid we unfortunately had to cancel our stay, and as we gave more than 42 days notice, according to their policy, we were entitled to a full refund. After this point all of my emails were ignored. I rang the hostel so many times and every time I was fobbed off, or promised I would get a refund which never happened. I would have been more than happy to wait for the refund, as I know how hard the hotel industry was hit by lockdowns, so I was in no rush! However they just kept promising I would be refunded, which was clearly a lie as it never happened. I was eventually told by a frustrated member of staff that had spoken to me many times by that point, that the manager just doesn't care, I was one of many disgruntled customers in the same position, and there's nothing they could do to help. I lost £300 in total. Please avoid staying here at all costs!! They are absolute criminals and shouldn't be allowed to run a hostel.

5. Smart Sea View

9-12 St. Catherines Terrace, Brighton BN3 2RZ England
Excellent
7%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
18%
Terrible
35%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 285 reviews

Smart Sea View

Good Value for Money

Reviewed By faithmunyui18

Good hotel, nice breakfast, lot's of variations of different food types, good view outside window we could see the beach from our window which was beautiful. However, lot's of stairs so if you have lot's of luggage i wouldn't recommend, because we had suitcases and struggled to get out luggage up and own the stairs. Furthermore, rooms are small, so i wouldn't recommend for bigger families. Also windows were broken, so there are hazards.

6. Selina

135 Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2HX England
Excellent
42%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
9%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 43 reviews

Selina

Located on Brighton’s seafront in the trendy neighborhood of Hove, Selina Brighton is a unique traveler’s hub, bringing together creative locals, digital nomads, and explorers from all over the world. Exquisitely designed, our colorful boutique building offers guests a range of accommodation options, an elegant sea-view restaurant, a friendly co-working space, a quirky bar, and a cozy late-night venue. Plus, our eccentric rooms and carefully curated social spaces are perfect for relaxing, catching up with friends, and meeting like-minded travelers.

Good stay !

Reviewed By Ali N

Great stay ! Good Check-In . Grace was super helpful and welcoming . Also enjoyed the welcome drink and complementary coffee at reception Hotel is also centrally located close to the beachfront and main attractions shops and bar . Overall good little hotel to spend 1 or or 2 nights away !

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