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Our Mission Statement

Although the AA have confirmed that size constraints of the building prevent us from being awarded 5 stars, it is our aim to maintain 5 star standards throughout. To achieve this we have and will continue to invest heavily in order to bring our houseguests that extra luxury and superior service which sets us apart from our competitors.  We have held the AA Highly Commended Award for being within the top 10% of our rating since it was first introduced in 2007.

 

We undertake ~

 

·        To set rates that offer good value for money and are comparable with or better than other similarly appointed establishments.

·        Not to be pretentious and out-price our loyal repeat houseguests when demand increases.

·        To uphold a houseguest’s basic right to expect cleanliness, unimpeachable hygiene standards and polite friendly service.

 

Once we have you as a houseguest we want to keep you coming back ~ that is Our Mission.

 

For unbiased reviews of Brighton Pavilions check TripAdvisor and see why we have been consistently in the Top 10 of the most popular small B&B hotels in Brighton since 2004 (our highest position reached was No.1).

 

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1 Mar 2010 ~ The Way Things should be....  5 of 5 stars

 

If only you could guarantee that the reality matched the product promised on the internet....

When booking Brighton Pavilions, I thought that if it was at least comfortable and quiet, It would have been good value.

It was a real pleasure to find that that was just the starting point and to find the place run with real care and warmth. The decor is well conceived and executed. The fabrics are heavy and excellent quality, the 4-poster bed was heavy and solid, not some cheap gimmick frame, the fireplace was marble, not some faux paint effect, there were fresh cut flowers in the room, the service was helpful, warm and unobtrusive and everything was immaculately clean.

In addition, the bed itself was very comfortable with lovely feather pillows and the full breakfasts we ordered were promptly delivered to the room and were very good indeed.

We are uber mega picky people and can be a pain in the rear. We are also dreadful snobs and have not stayed in a B&B for a very long time. Suffice to say, reading the above, we will definitely return here with pleasure. Well done Guys!

 

 

25 Feb 2010 ~ Just Perfect...  5 of 5 stars

 

We were offered a warm welcome as we arrived, or bags were carried to our rooms and we were provided with a parking permit (pre-purchased) and clear advice as to where to park.

The gentlemen running this establsihment are warm and welcoming. The B and B is absolutely immaculate and exquisitely decorated.

Rooms were cleaned and refreshments replensihed on a daily basis and breakfast was cooked to order, with offers of extra coffee juice etc.

The b and b is within walking distance of the Pvillion, many of the clubs and bars and the sea front.

We had a fantastic stay and we will definitely be returning to this b and b, it offers excellent value for money.

 

 

24 Feb 2010 ~ Great place for a Get Away.  5 of 5 stars

 

A wonderfully well appointed hotel - very tastefully decorated.

 

 

22 Feb 2010 ~ A friendly, clean and cozy hotel.  5 of 5 stars

 

We were greeted in a very friendly and helpful manner, given guides to the city and advice of where to go to do whatever we fancied, which made us feel right at home. It was exceptionally clean and tidy which we appreciated and considering the central location and high standard of the room it seemed like good value for money.

The girlfriend was very happy with her birthday weekend, so we would definitely come back to try another themed room next time. Our only regret was not booking time off work to stay another day

 

 

21 Feb 2010 ~ a very comfortable and stylish hotel with a very warm welcome  5 of 5 stars

 

My boyfriend and I were very happy with our stay here. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome. Our room was gorgeous. It was themed as the titanic and had a very comfortable 4 poster bed. We both slept amazingly well. Breakfast was delicious and our hosts could be more helpful. We were given good advice about good eating places and sights to see

 

 

21 Feb 2010 ~ Excellent service, warm and friendly atmosphere  5 of 5 stars

 

Even though the hotel was full on the second night - we hardly heard anyone else. This is an ideal place to spend a quiet romantic weekend. The owners recommend some restaurants in their room information, one of which we tried and that was excellent too. We hope to come back and would recommend the Brighton Pavillions to anyone

 

 

16 Feb 2010 ~ Simply delicious!  5 of 5 stars

 

Having stayed in Brigton many times, mostly at the Hilton and once at the ghastly Queens Hotel, I was not sure what to expect from one of Brightons smaller establishments. However from the moment we drew up outside the front door with its warm glow from the hall lights it felt like comming home.

We were met by our host Phil who greeted us with a warm smile and shown to our room. The room itself was warm, welcoming and immaculate, as was the rest of this cosy little haven tucked away on a street just off the shore road.

Our first nights sleep was comfortable and the breakfast the next morning was fresh and delicious. Coffee and warm toast flowed from the ship-shape kitchen and the door between the dining room and kitchen was constantly open which allowed some banter between the staff and us as well as making us feel even more at home - this in itself was I felt a lovely touch as too often kitchens are hidden away from view, but not here, it was just like being in an aunts house for the weekend, albeit it tasteful and stylish aunt (no mothballs here!!!!!)

The following night was equally lovely, so much so that we decided to stay a third night and in return we had the opportunity to taste another of the Hotel's individually designed rooms - this time on the top floor, again there was no dissappointment here, no drafy attic space or servants quaters at the top of this beautiful old house, instead we were welcomed by the devine "Mikado room", lovingly decorated in greens and reds with yet another immaculate bathroom served with lashings of hot water from a shower that had enough power to scrub the decks of a cargo ship.............Conrad Hiltons establishment could learn a thing or two from Phil and his co-pilot Ken in running a hotel.

However now i will stop my ramble by saying that the staff at this joyous little port of rest are second to none, nothing was a problem, nothing was too much to ask and nothing from Hilton and Co could have ever impressed either of us as much. To Phil and Ken and their crew - we will be back again soon and we will bring all our friends.

P.s. My only regret is that the owners are not running a hotel chain - these people understand hospitality, and I for one would be a shareholder if the did run such a chain.

Enjoy your stay here........we did

 

 

16 Feb 2010 ~ Fab room and stay for the weekend  5 of 5 stars

 

We had a great stay in the Royal Pavillion room. Fantastically comfortable bed and having room service breakfast was perfect (especially with a hangover!). The room was well dressed, clean and has some lovely touches. The hosts were very friendly and eager to help out and recommend places to eat. Had a couple of probs with cold water from the shower (stuck controls) but was quickly resolved.

Will definitely come again the next time we're in Brighton and have no hesitation in recommending this hotel

 

 

9 Feb 2010 ~ Best Hotel and weekend away EVER!  5 of 5 stars

 

I adore this hotel. I've stayed all over the place and this pretty much tops my list. I can't really rave enough- but will try!
My amazing dude surprised with the whole thing, and I was impressed to the extent that I had to try to be quiet and calm myself. The whole place is beautiful and our room (Royal Pavillion) was gorgeous. There was even a sea view! And I wanted to take the bed home.
The gents who run the place are ace- kind and helpful. They sorted me out with a restaurant and were happy to chat.
It's just lovely. It's ridiculous and sumptuous and very fun.
I would advise any man who wants to properly impress their lover to take them here

 

 

2 Feb 2010 ~ Excellent place to stay in Brighton.  5 of 5 stars

 

My fiancee and i stayed in the titanic room and it was fantastic - clean, well designed, lovely decor and very comfortable The complementary snacks were a lovely touch and the flowers and robes made it feel really special. There were wine glasses in the room so we were able to take a bottle of wine to have before we went out in the evening. The breakfast brought into the room was really nice and it was lovely not to have to get dressed and go downstairs. Only one tip - ladies, take your own hairdryer - the one in the room was pretty useless!

 

 

26 Jan 2010 ~ Outstanding friendly service in a beautiful hotel.  5 of 5 stars

 

I booked this for my wife's birthday and selected it because the themed rooms made it a bit different, the wife loved the room so it had the intended effect. The staff were helpful and friendly, room and hotel spotless and a good breakfast. Location is good as only about 10 mins from town centre and also in a quiet road.

 

 

4 Jan 2010 ~ Friendly welcome, clean, well decorated rooms, tasty brekkie.  5 of 5 stars

 

We were warmly welcomed by the owner who insisted on carrying our luggage up to the top floor. Phew! We stayed in Mikado, our friends Camelot. Both spotless and well decorated. Shower room small but clean and adequate. Owners were happy to answer any questions and provided a lovely hearty breakfast

 

 

15 Dec 2009 ~ Comfortable and friendly hotel in a good location.  4 of 5 stars

 

Stayed in family room which was basic but comfortable

 

 

13 Dec 2009 ~ Outstanding friendly service in a beautiful hotel.  5 of 5 stars

 

We visit Brighton up to 5 times a year and would not consider staying anywhere other than the Brighton Pavillions. The hotel has a charming character, with cosy and comfortable rooms. We have had the pleasure of staying in three different rooms and all are of a particularly high standard. The proprietors have always been friendly and helpful and go out of their way to make you feel welcome and at home. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who is considering staying in Brighton.

 

 

11 Dec 2009 ~ If only all Hotels were like this  5 of 5 stars

 

What a really nice Hotel, each room is individually themed, fitted out and decorated to a impecciable standard ( if only my house was as nice). This attention to detail runs throughout the building and gives you an idea how Ken & Phil are so proud of the place. Two really friendly guys who made us feel so welcome, its a real pleasure to meet people like this. When they say have a nice day, its genuine and not some corperate buzz line.
Went to see UB40 in concert, OK so so. Stayed in a wonderful Hotel, met some nice people. Had a great breakfast. Happy days.

 

 

9 Dec 2009 ~ This hotel is beyond excellence: an experience in

                          total elegance and absolutely out standing hospitality  5 of 5 stars

 

I am delighted to give this hotel and its owners a first class recommendation. I am accustomed to staying in hotels on business through out Europe and of them all this one stands alone in its elegance, charm and hospitality. Add to ths the experience of being accommodated in period bedrooms (decorated with absolute integrity to the style) and you have a very memerable and immensely charming visit. The proprietors are beyond gracious and personally extremely friendly very approachable and concerned to respond to any request you might have successfully and expediently. This is my second visit and I shall be recommending the hotel to my professional and business colleagues with relish.

 

 

7 Dec 2009 ~ Fantastic  5 of 5 stars

 

Exceptional service. Fantastic decorated themed rooms. Ideal location. Good food. Friendly staff. Would definately recommend to friends and family. Next time we will try a different room. We will be going back.

 

 

3 Dec 2009 ~ Look no further!  5 of 5 stars

 

My wife and I spent 2 nights to celebrate my 70th birthday. We were welcomed like family and everything about the room was lovely except perhaps the floor to ceiling sash windows which were a little draughty at this time of year. We loved the availability of free chocolate, orange juice and mineral water in the fridge and the room decor was rich. The ensuite was on the small side but for a few nights it was fine.
I was lucky to get an on street parking spot but could envisage problems at busier times although one can park freely on the seafront overnight. Breakfast was served promptly to order in our room and a lovely touch was a gift and card on my birthday. Look no further if you want to be a little pampered

 

 

2 Dec 2009 ~ A heavenly weekend  5 of 5 stars

 

The hotel is beautiful and the owners are so helpful with a friendly welcome and very helpful service throughout. We stayed in the Garbo room which is very beautiful the attention to details is the theme makes it perfect for a romantic break. In fact we got engaged and had an all round amazing weekend.

 

 

1 Dec 2009 ~ Beautiful room with excellent service 

 

Arrived here on Friday night to a warm welcome. Was very impressed with the room, we were in the royal pavilion room (which has a 4 poster bed) which we booked as a treat and it exceeded our expectations. The room was comfortable, quiet and luxurious. We enjoyed a room service breakfast both mornings and it was very tasty. Would definitely stay here again

 

29 Nov 2009 ~ Great Family Weekend at Excellent Hotel  5 of 5 stars

We stayed at Brighton Pavilions for two nights early November. There were four of us - myself, my wife, our three year old son and my mother. We went to Brighton to celebrate her 60th birthday.

Brighton Pavilions had ideal accomodation for us. On the top floor we had the Family Suite, which included a seperate bedroom for the little one, and my mother was next door in the Mikado room.

The hotel is lovely and literally a minute's was to the seafront. Rooms are good quality. Ken is a excellent, charming host, and the breakfast was delicious. We almosthad the place to ourselves at the time.

It was an ideal place to celebrate a special occassion, and we particularly enjoyed an evening meal at the nearby Kemp Brasserie.

Thoroughly recommended - would stay here again without hesitation

 

28 Nov 2009 ~ A lovely place for lovely nights & days  5 of 5 stars

3 gay men on a short trip to brighton found a very nice place to stay a night in wonderful decorated and arranged rooms.
The warmth welcome of Phil and Ken told us: 'we're right here this night' :-)
In the heart of Brigthon ypu can easily go to every famous site wihin minutes per foot.

I'll come back

Michael from Karlsruhe, Germany

 

23 Nov 2009 ~ Quality service with a smile  5 of 5 stars

Very helpful owners made us feel at home. Spot on with restaurant recommendation and road directions. Fine breakfast, very efficient check in and check out.
Stylish room matched the adverts.

 

22 Nov 2009 ~ Pavillions Brighton - be there or be square   5 of 5 stars

Room perfect, location perfect, hospitality perfect, a little pricey but we had a lovely stay.
only 1 slight imperfection - although lovely to have breakfast in the room, not so sure about your sausages and a hangover needs more that one sausage :)
thank you, we will stay with you again, just such a lovely b&b....thanks again

 

17 Nov 2009 ~ Wonderful! Friendly! and worth every penny  5 of 5 stars

We'd like to take this opportunity and thank our hosts (Ken and Phil) for making our stay at the Brighton Pavilions hotel extra special, even though the weather was not very nice.
When we arrived we were met by Ken who helped us with our bags from the car. We were given our parking permits which we had pre-booked, and were able to park safely near to the hotel, although there is ample, and safe parking areas in adjacent streets if you are unable to park directly outside the hotel. The Brighton Pavillions hotel is within easy walking distance to the centre of Brighton, and there are lots of good restuarants and pubs to choose from along the way. The hotel itself was very clean and well maintained and our room 'The Bardot Room' situated on the ground floor was very comfortable with modern tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge with bottled water, coke and chocolate thrown into the bargain! The en-suite bathroom and toilet were very well maintained with fresh towels every day (if you needed them). Breakfast was very good, a choice of cereals, freshfruit, orange/applejuice, tea, fresh coffee, followed by a traditional cooked breakfast with vegetarian option. Ken provided us with good advice about where to visit and we ubsequently visited 'The Royal Pavilion' (A Must See) taking advantage of a 10% discount offered by the hotel. Overall, we had a great weekend and we will definately be going back to the Brighton Pavilions hotel

 

15 Nov 2009 ~ Fantastic would highly recommend  5 of 5 stars

Fantastic rooms very clean, within easy reach of the shops and pubs, the food was fantasic. I will definetly go again I'd like to stay in the safari room next.

 

14 Nov 2009 ~ Great find  5 of 5 stars

Found this hotel by surfing the web. Read the reviews left by others and wasn't disappointed.. excellent room and friendly owner/staff....and above all so quiet for Brighton.2 very small gripes though.....there was a long wait for breakfast one morning, and the other was that if you are staying in one of the top floor rooms, there are a lot of stairs. Wouldn't normally have been a problem but my wife had sprained her knee recently. If you do have mobility problems then it is worth checking which floor the room is on.

 

9 Nov 2009 ~ Warm, friendly, very nicely decorated and a very happy stay  5 of 5 stars

Great place, great family room and MADE our trip to Brighton!

 

8 Nov 2009 ~ Wonderful find  5 of 5 stars

Brighton Pavillions is a joy. Spotlessly clean. Lovely room and you couldnt ask for better service. The breakfast was cooked to perfection. Would not hesitate to recommend to friends and will stay again next time we visit Brighton.

 

3 Nov 2009 ~ charming B&B on edge of central Brighton  4 of 5 stars

Spent a lot of time researching hotels in Brighton. Was very happy with the Brighton Pavillions. On the edge of what would be termed central Brighton so nicely out of the hustle and bustle of the town but 2 mins to the beach and 10 mins to the lanes. Very clean hotel with nice attention to detail from the carpets upwards. Camelot room very cosy if lacking the views of the downs mentioned on the web site. Discreet staff. Nice breakfast. Found the Muang Thai restaurant on St James St very good. A good nights sleep.

4 Nov 2009 ~ Management Response by Ken Clarke, co-owner

We thank you for your positive feedback and are pleased that we met expectations, especially when a lot of research had gone into the choice. I would however like to correct the comment about the view from Camelot ~ our web site in fact describes 'a pretty view over our patio gardens'. The web site also has photos of each room's view but nowhere do we mention views of the Downs because unfortunately we don't have any.

 

 

1 Nov 2009 ~ An oasis of charm with guaranteed comfort and hospitality.  5 of 5 stars

 

The owners of Brighton Pavilions Hotel go to considerable trouble to ensure their guests feel completely at home. Phil and Ken obviously love their work and their natural enthusiasm increases the enjoyment of staying. The rooms are beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and sumptuously appointed. Staff are discreet and you are treeted as their guest. Plenty of interesting restaurants and bars are close by or the walk into Brighton centre is about 8 minutes. Check out their website, book and you will not be disappointed.

 

31 Oct 2009 ~ faultless, as usual.  5 of 5 stars

 

Have stayed in many of the themed rooms all are excellent! this hotel is spotlessly clean throughout. The complementry tea & coffee, goodies in the fridge are a lovely touch. All the staff and owners are very friendly, helpful and make you feel welcome. Will use again and recommend !!!!!!!!!!

 

27 Oct 2009 ~ Brilliant stay - great location, faultless service.  5 of 5 stars

I stayed here with my girlfriend on the 10th Oct 2009 for a couple of nights. We originally booked the Camelot room, but when we arrived we were offered a free upgrade to the Titanic Suite because nobody else was using it that weekend. The Titanic room is one of the bigger ones, with a table and chairs in a bay window. Because of this, they bring your breakfast up to your room, which is a nice touch. The breakfast was excellent.

The owners were really friendly and helpful, sorting out our parking and offering lots of useful info about Brighton as soon as we arrived. There's even a selection of DVDs that you can borrow, free of charge, to watch in your room.

The hotel's about a 5 minute walk from the pier and roughly 10 minutes from The Lanes, which is where most of the restaurants are. We both really enjoyed Brighton, and if we go again, we'll definitely stay here
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26 Oct 2009 ~ Friendly, comfortable, stylish rooms.  5 of 5 stars

Our 3rd or 4th visit to the wonderful Brighton Pavilions in the last year. The owners are friendly and only too willing to help. The rooms have been decorated and furnished with flair. Top breakfast! Why would anyone stay at a "chain" hotel with gems around like this???? We shall return.

 

 

22 Sept 2009 ~ Great Place to stay  4 of 5 stars

This hotel is immaculate and a great place to stay for several days. It is quite central to the town and the sights of Brighton. We stayed in the Titanic room, which is a fair sized room and quite comfortable. The bathroom is rather small with a toilet, basin and shower, but meets a traveller's needs adequately.

Parking can be provided for with prior arrangement with the management at nominal extra charge.

We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it

 

 

13 Sept 2009 ~ Wow! What a great Hotel  5 of 5 stars

My wife and I were looking for a 1 night stay in Brighton for shopping and clubbing. Decided not to go to a big hotel, and found the Pavillions. Spotless hotel kept in fantastic condition by owners. Nice location less than 1/2 Mile from clubs and beach.
Will be going back again and again. Themed rooms are great. Car parking is not a problem, and owners wil sell you a pass for 24 hours for £5. Great value.

 

25 July 2009 ~ Very nice boutique hotel!  5 of 5 stars

I stayed here during the Flash on the Beach 2008 conference. It was a nice place for my first visit to Brighton! Thinking about staying again ... Pompeii room was nice. I had no problems staying here! Charm and cleanliness of the rooms and hotel made up for the small size (I think). Very quiet, which was good! For a boutique hotel, it rates high on my list of stays, and it deserves the rating here on Trip Advisor. Wish I had photos ...

It was a real shame I missed all the breakfasts (totally my fault).

 

3 July 2009 ~ First Class  5 of 5 stars

This really is a lovely place to stay if you like; friendly hosts, a lovely breakfast, spotlessly clean rooms, and a great location. The best of all was Phil, Ken and Mark could not have made us feel more welcome. This was our second visit to the hotel and will definitely be going back there in the very near future. Thank You

 

2 July 2009 ~ Worth every penny  5 of 5 stars

We had a great time at this hotel. We went on parents recommendation, and we would certainly recommend this hotel to anybody! We had a very warm and friendly welcome, and were given lots of helpful tips. The room was beautifully decorated, just like the pictures on the website. The room service was great, food was served very quickly and tasted delicious. It is not a question of IF we would return but WHEN.

 

9 June 2009 ~ Calm, friendly and caring  5 of 5 stars

Myself and 3 other friends have just enjoyed a 3 night stay in the family room. We recieved a warm,friendly welcome and were made to feel very relaxed and cared for.
I would recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to visit Brighton, as it is in a good location for access to places. The breakfast was superb and was always served in an attentive and thoughtful manner. The rooms and ambience were lovely. Ken and Phil were in charge and are naturals at what they do here at this hotel. Would go again.

 

22 May 2009 ~ Nice Hotel  4 of 5 stars

Arrived earlier than anticipated and received a cheery welcome from Ken, who showed us to our room immediately after check-in.
We stayed in the Pompeii Pavilion and found it to be immaculately clean with some very nice extra touches, such as a clock, DVD player - and decent sized towels, which is a rarity these days! The room dimensions are given on the website, but the photos do give the impression of them being bigger and although there was ample drawer space, there was nowhere to store the cases other than the floor. We didn't have any problem with hot water but, again, although the bathroom had everything we needed, it was small and wouldn't say it was "luxury" as advertised.
There is obviously a very high standard of housekeeping and mirrors have been cleverly used in the interior design to emphasise space. The owners and staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is fantastic!
It's worth getting car parking permits (£5 per day) because you can walk everywhere - pier/Pavilion/Lanes one way 10-15 minutes/marina the other way 20-25 minutes - but we had to park two roads away and if you get hemmed in it can be quite a challenge getting out! Well done Sis!

 

20 May 2009 ~ Ranks as one of the best places we've stayed  5 of 5 stars

This was our second stay with Ken & Phil at their hotel and this was every bit as enjoyable as the first. Nothing is too much trouble, we found Ken & Phil to be charming hosts. The hotel is suberbly decorated with loving attention given to the smallest detail. So far we have stayed in the Garbo & Camelot Pavilions and are looking forward to trying another themed room next time we visit Brighton. Mention must be made also of the lovely friendly Mark who also works with Ken & Phil. Always cheerful and smiling & has a lovely sense of humour!
Can't recommend Brighton Pavilions highly enough.

 

19 Apr 2009 ~ Better than home  5 of 5 stars

My friend and I absolutely loved our stay in the 'Royal' Suite! The hotel was plush, clean, fragrant and very comfortable, as was the suite. The welcome and provisions made were just right. Phill and Ken have been very considerate in planning these things out. The bed was comfortable and we loved the room decor. There was ample space to sit in the bay window and have a nice cup of tea, with a view of the sea to boot! The shower had POWER!!! - Which was most welcome after a couple hours travel to refresh before hitting the beach and town. The hairdryer was a good one and the travel kettle in the room was good quality - such an improvement on some of the plastic ones you get. The lovely outdoor patio areas were like little oases. We were even able to borrow a couple of DVDs to watch in the room. At breakfast Mark was friendly and welcoming and cooked a gorgeous filling breakfast. We had the 'Full English' to set us up for a days shopping, but there was a great selection to suit everyone. My friend thought the bacon was particularly excellent. Thanks to Phill, Ken and Mark for making our stay a special one. I would definately book again!

 

30 Mar 2009 ~ My first word was, 'WOW'...  5 of 5 stars

We were taken upstairs to our room by a very helpful and welcoming Phill and when I saw the room, my first word was, 'WOW!' We were booked into the The Titanic Pavillion and it really was a breathtaking sight. The detailed and themed decoration was superb in every aspect. A beautiful smell in the air came from fresh cut flowers in the room.

The bed had a 'memory foam' mattress as were the pillows and it was all so snug and comfortable that it was hard to get up in the morning. If it had been raining I don't think we would have! But the sun came out of the clear blue sky and the hotel was only minutes from the sea, the Pier, the bars, shops and resturants so we made a valiant effort to get up. Wonderfully long, white and silky net curtains adorned the windows, where we had a view of the sea and ate our breakfast, which was brought up to us in our room. We showered in the tastefully decorated en suite before making our way out, thankful that we were staying for another night and would be able to repeat the experience all over again.

The room, in fact the whole hotel was immaculately clean and tidy. Not a trace of dust or dirt anywhere - and I did look! We will definitely be back and would recommend the Brighton Pavilions to everyone wanting to stay in Brighton. Forget the Travel Inns forever; this was LUXURY at its best! Thank you for a special weekend.

 

15 Mar 2009 ~ Family Getaway  5 of 5 stars

Have previously been to pavilions as a couple and had loved it. Now with a young baby in tow thought that as we were visiting Brighton we would try it again.
We decided to treat ourselves to the Royal Pavilion themed room which was extremely elegant, and also large enough for our travelling cot. It also had fabulous spring flowers in the room, which was a nice touch.
The staff were very efficient, courteous and extremely helpful and nothing was to much trouble.
On the last day of our stay, after checkout, they stored our luggage and allowed us the the remainder of the day to explore a bit more of Brighton.
Thought that when we stayed first time that it would be difficult to top the service we received, but this wonderful hotel continues to surprise.

 

4 Feb 2009 ~ Nothing short of superb  5 of 5 stars

What can I say. I booked this little gem on the strength of the reviews given on Trip Advisor. My husband & I were not disappointed. We spent three nights in the Garbo Pavilion. Compact, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The owners, Ken & Phil, were helpful, courteous and always had time for a chat. We were very tempted to stay for an extra night on the pretence that we had been snowed in (we were there the weekend of the heavy snow). I was also very kindly shown the other rooms, all of which were decorated to the same high standard as the Garbo. The photographs on the website really don't do them justice. Breakfast was wonderful and set us up for the day. The location is easily accessible to town, but far enough away that you are not disturbed at night. The seafront is just a couple of minutes away. Would I recommend this hotel, absolutely.

 

4 Jan 2009 ~ Luxury at its very best  5 of 5 stars

My partner and I stayed in the gorgeous, classic 'Greta Garbo' Suite for 2 nights to celebrate The New Year in Brighton.

We had previously, the night before, experienced an awful B&B and was thankfully rescued by the lovely owners of this hotel. We were kindly reassured and had our confidence reinstalled that we had made the right decision to visit Brighton, greeting us with such warmth and genuine concerns for our well-being. The room was classy, immaculate and very modern, in keeping with the style of mid 1900's. The service was second to none, they cater for your every whim, if its the little things that matter to you this is certainly a place I recommend. Not only do they give you a luxury room, with a power shower, several thick crisp white towels, 'little' extras in the bathroom such as soap, shampoo etc. but also a mini-fridge with complimentory goodies. The breakfast service is 'waited on' with a choice of hot meals, I had scrambled eggs on Toast which is a lovely change from the mandatory full english you usually are only offered - which is also on the menu, along with many other alternatives, as well as the usual cereals, fruit and yoghurt. The general attitude of this Hotel is one of pleasing and accomodating, I really have to thank the owners for firstly all the support they offered us during our stay, but also as guests for the fantastic second to none accomodation and service you provide. Fantastic...Thank You
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2 Dec 2008 ~ Just what we needed  5 of 5 stars

We stayed in the Royal Pavilions room the night before and after our Civil Ceremony. It was a big day for us and the staff made us feel very welcome and relaxed. The room was a good size and furnished to a high quality, with plenty of storage space. It's the little things that make a big difference such as a hot powerful shower at any time of the day, fresh cut flowers in the room, complimentary fridge drinks and snacks and a good breakfast.

The whole hotel was very clean and welcoming, we would recommend this hotel for anyone considering a stay in Brighton.

 

17 Nov 2008 ~ Excellent Accommodation!!  5 of 5 stars

After searching for accommodation in Brighton, but being disappointed with some of the reviews, I came across this hotel where everyone only had good things to say. And we were not disappointed!
We arrived about 11.15am and went straight to collect our parking voucher and intended to check in later, however we were pleasantly surprised that we were able to book in straight away.
We received a wonderfully warm welcome and were delighted with our room (The Camelot Suite). Although it was small it was tastefully decorated and was spotlessly clean as was the en-suite. The bed was very comfortable and we had tea/coffee/biscuits, chocolate, cold drinks - all complimentary. Another surprise was that the pillows were so comfortable, which is a rare event even in a top class hotel.
We found that although it was only a short walk to the shops and lanes of Brighton, we were in a quiet location.
Breakfast was delicious - fresh juices, cereals, cooked breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, beans and has browns. Toast with jams and tea or coffee. Delicious!!
I could not fault this place at all and have no hesitation in recommending it as an affordable, friendly, comfortable hotel. We will definitely stay there again.

 

7 Nov 2008 ~ A taste of luxury  5 of 5 stars

Three friends and I stayed at the Pavilion Hotel on 1st of November. We arrived in the middle of a downpour and were greeted by Phil who immediately gave us a very warm welcome.
We had booked the Family room at the top of the Hotel and were very impressed with the decor and luxurious detail even in the hallway. Our room was beautifully decorated and comfortable with personal touches such as complimentary chocolates and drinks.
We had a very enjoyable evening and ended our visit the next morning with a lovely cooked breakfast. Nothing was too much trouble and we cannot wait to visit again.

 

2 Nov 2008 ~ a perfect dream of a hotel and more than friendly operators  5 of 5 stars

Brighton Pavillions Hotel is not just a hotel! I had a wonderful week in this friendly, warmly and art decorated guesthouse! The amazing attitude to the sea, gives this hotel a more specific atmosphere! Very interesting are the "theme rooms", which are very inimitable... A great commendation to the friendly operators and thanks for an unforgettable week in Brighton!

 

1 Nov 2008 ~ Nice but some niggles 5 of 5 stars

We booked for a weekend stay due to the rave reviews on this site. Yes it is quite a nice hotel. Good points are closeness to the Seafront....interior furnishings and clever use of the space available. We were in the Royal Pavillion which I think is one of the two larger rooms. Do not be fooled into thinking this means that it is big compared to larger hotels. In fact the room is quite small with very little storage space....it certainly would be difficult to spend a week in it. The bathroom is shower only and very small.
The hotel directory states that there 'should' be plenty of hot water'providing everyone does not shower at the same time' reading this made me a little worried as most weekenders go out and get up at similar times. My fears were proved to be justified with a cold shower at 7pm and another in the morning. I think a new water heating system needs to be considered.

 

3 Nov 2008 ~ Management Response by Ken Clarke, co-owner

We take issue with the facts of this review.

We take exception to the suggestion that we might ‘fool’ people into thinking rooms are bigger than they are and if these guests thought to stay in a ‘room that is big compared to larger hotels’ then they are ignorant as to the nature of a Regency townhouse and were deluding themselves. We don’t make false claims or promises about room sizes and actually publish each room’s area on our website (from where these guests made their booking online). It really is hard to be fairer than that.

With regard lack of storage, the comments are baffling. In Royal Pavilion there is a large one and a half metre (60ins) wide dressing table with SIX 18cm (7ins) deep, 40cm (16ins) wide drawers plus a one metre (40ins) wide wardrobe (with SIXTEEN coat hangers) on top of ONE 15cm (6ins)deep FULL WIDTH drawer and TWO 15cm (6ins) deep half width drawers – I don’t remember these guest bringing enough luggage to fill nine drawers and sixteen coat hangers!!

The en-suite shower room (again, we don’t advertise bathrooms!) built within the confines of the whole room must naturally be compact. But it is architect designed, has a powerful shower, toilet, washbasin, large illuminated mirror, excellent lighting and more shelf space than you find in many a larger hotel.

Our hot water system, upgraded only a few years ago, has two large pressurised hot water cylinders capable of supplying hot water for 18 showers in any half hour period. Unfortunately on the few occasions when all guests shower simultaneously then the hot water can run cool – but the gas-fired system recovers it’s design temperature (45 – 50 deg C) very quickly, usually within 15 minutes, and is not normally an inconvenience. If we are made aware of the water temperature dropping then we are even able to boost the recovery time. Our Room Guide actually states the following ~

......“All showers are connected to mains cold water and high pressure hot water. They operate best when water is run fast and may run cold if the shower is run too slowly.

Hot water has to travel from the ground floor boiler room so please allow time for it to reach you.

Unless all hotel guests showers simultaneously, there is ample very hot water at all times.

Should the hot water run out, please be patient and alert Reception. Full recovery time for the hot water system is normally only fifteen to twenty minutes ”......

There are phones in all rooms and the Room Guide also provides extension numbers for Reception, Kitchen and Out of Hours so, with owners living on the premises, someone is contactable 24/7. At no time did these guests alert us about lack of hot water. No other guests commented on the hot water that weekend and we did not notice any problems on the system controls, which leads us to believe that these guests may not have been using the shower controls correctly. A new water heating system is certainly not required but unfortunately some guests sometimes need a little more common sense
.

 

17 Oct 2008 ~ stay there!  5 of 5 stars

My partner and i stayed mid week in september. We stayed in the titanic room - everything about the room has been carefully thought through even to the point of the clock on the fire place i wont spoil it for you giving too much detail! the whole room has been tailored to what a room would have been like on board the famous ship -what a fantastic and novel idea!

The owners can't do enough to help and are so friendly.
We have stayed in several of the large chain hotels on the beach front over the last few years and the service was often impersonal and rushed to them you are just another customer but at the pavillions the
owners generally take an interest in your plans and the information sheets in the rooms have some wonderful restaurant suggestions which we tried and enjoyed!

if you want to use a health club and are but off staying here because the big chain hotels have a pool etc.... then enquire to those hotels for a day pass we enjoyed an afternoon at the lanes health club nearby and then headed back to this fabulous hotel and our titanic room!

I have no idea what the mattress is in the room but all i can say is i had the best nights sleep in weeks! it was soft but not too soft and the linen was i assume high quality - it was great!

it takes about 15 minutes to walk to the main town and that's with high heels so in trainers you could get there faster!enjoy!

 

13 Oct 2008 ~ Perfect small hotel  5 of 5 stars

Self & wife stayed for 3 nights at this hotel & could not find any faults. Stayed in camelot room which was cleaned thoroughly each day with modern en suite, there is also a mini fridge in the bedroom.Video of each room is available on their webpage which is very informative.
Dining room very modern with breakfast being excellent.
Hotel is in perfect location just off seafront so away from hustle/bustle of town centre but only 10 mins walk to town centre and 1 min walk to seafront promenade
Cost was much lower than the large seafront hotels & having stayed in the awful best western approx 4 years ago there is no comparison.
Can certainly recommend the brighton pavilions

 

12 Oct 2008 ~ THE BEST !!!  5 of 5 stars

What can we say ? We've been there four times and will come back as soon as possible.

We always book the Royal Pavilion room which is absolutely ours ! So please choose another one when we want to stay there !! :-)

The idea to decorate every room in a theme is really nice. The rooms are very clean, comfortable and have everything you need.

The hotel and the street is very quiet - perfect place to relax.

The breakfast is fantastic. We always go for the full english breakfast which is delicious and a good start in the day.

The hotel is in a Controlled Parking Scheme Zone and you can park your car for 5 GBP the whole day in front of the hotel. So there is absolutely no trouble with parking.

The beach is a few steps away and you can reach Brighton town in a few minutes. There are many good restaurants and nice shops.

Phill & Ken are very friendly and very helpful. They make you feel at home and offer the highest level of service and comfort.

It's the perfect hotel for us and we will recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in Brighton.

If you stay the same time we do you will even have the best weather... !!! :-)

 

WE WILL COME BACK !!

 

11 Sept 2008 ~ A fantastic bank holiday weekend  5 of 5 stars

I invited my boyfriend for a romantic weekend away in Brighton since it was our anniversary. Based on the reviews I found here on tripadvisor.com this seemed like the kind of hotel I was looking for and I was so happy it turned out to be true.

We were warmly welcomed by one of the owners which helped us with our bag to our room. We stayed at the Camelot room which has a very romantic theme and was very clean and comfortable. The rooms have a fridge with complimentary chocolates, sodas and water which is lovely to have after a long journey. The
hotel in general is tastefully decorated and absolutely spotless. It is also conveniently located for those who don't want to stay in the hustle and bustle of the centre but it is still only a ten minute walk away or so.

Breakfast was absolutely fantastic, I tried the english breakfast which I am not actually a big fan of in general - but the one they serve is delicious! Yum!

What really is the cherry on top though and makes this hotel so great to stay at is the high standard the owners and staff set to themselves and the level of service. They were all very friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble and this kind of attitude in service can be a rare gem to find these days.

Thanks for a wonderful stay, we will be coming again!

- Kristin and Fiffi.

 

25 Aug 2008 ~ Great relaxing stay  5 of 5 stars

We had a very comfortable stay at the Brighton Pavilions Hotel. The room was immaculate and the bed extremely comfortable. The en-suite shower room was also extremely clean and supplied with complimentary toileteries.

The concept of themed rooms works well and gives the hotel a real ambience. Breakfast was served quickly in a very comfortable dining area and the food was of a high standard.

The little things that made the stay memorable was that there are two doors from the stairwell into the room, which makes the room feel more private. Whenever we required anything, or had any questions, the staff were extremely friendly and never made us feel that they were inconvenienced.

Complementary refreshments and chocolate (mmm, yum) were provided and replenished daily in the small fridge and the facility to borrow a DVD and watch it in the comfort of your own room, or watch Freeview TV, meant that even if you didn't want to go out, you could entertain yourself.

The owners are extremely friendly and evidently take great pride in their business. A remarkably enjoyable stay at an affordable cost. We highly recommend!

 

20 Aug 2008 ~ Great hotel for family  5 of 5 stars

Had a lovely weekend with my husband and daughter staying in the family suite. We were very surprised by the size of the rooms - a very large double and a single all joined at the top of the house. Our daughter (4 years old) didn't want to see much of Brighton - wanted to go back to her own room, with her own tv and her own fridge with complimentary soft drink and chocolate bars! The weather was pretty awful on the Saturday so actually did end up spending time back at the hotel but there was so much space it wasn't a problem. The breakfasts on both days were wonderful - left no space for lunch! We left the car parked all weekend (buying parking permits in advance) and walked into the centre either through Kemp Town or along the coast road - it did only take about 20 minutes and that was with a four year old in tow. We would definitely use this hotel again if we were to come back to Brighton and would recommend it to others. Five Stars!

 

15 Aug 2008 ~ fantastic stay  5 of 5 stars

From the moment we stepped into the hotel I knew we were going to have a great time. We were made to feel very welcome by the owner. I was a bit worried about the parking so I purchased a parking permit beforehand and managed to find a space just up the road. Our room (The Titanic Pavillions) was superb - this room is probably the cleanest room I have ever stayed in. We had a good nights sleep in a very comfortable bed and we were brought our breakfasts up on a tray the next morning which was a real treat and quite delicious. We had a great stay in Brighton celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary we managed to fit quite a lot in - we ate fish and chips on the beach, went to two clubs, went to several great bars, shopped till we dropped, visited the Brighton Pavillion which was absolutely amazing and still had time to have an afternoon nap in our comfy bed. The only thing I can think to complain about was that the weather was crap but what can you expect this is England after all.

 

5 Aug 2008 ~ A hidden gem amongst the most ordinary!  5 of 5 stars

This is our sixth year staying at this delightful hotel. With two children in tow many a hotel can be brusque to the point of rude. But Ken and Phil make the whole stay highly enjoyable with a friendly 'can do' attitude (sadly lacking in todays world). The themed rooms (of which we have sampled most!) are of the highest standards of presentation and cleanliness, and the hotel is situated within striking distance of the marina and the Pavillion. I would recommend this hotel to any discerning traveller who enjoys feeling rested and looked after.

 

5 Aug 2008 ~ Brightons Little Gem  5 of 5 stars

This is the 6th time that I have stayed at the Brighton Pavilions Hotel and wild horses wouldn't get me to stay anywhere else when I'm visiting Brighton. Ken and Phil are the perfect hosts and nothing is too much trouble for them to help make each guests stay perfect. Even if I'm only lucky enough to have had a couple of nights away it always feels like I've had a complete break away from the everyday stress of work. The bedrooms are beautifully decorated and a feeling of relaxation is evident as soon as you walk into the rooms. The dining room is a quiet place in which to enjoy a delicious breakfast - once you've made up your mind what to have from the great choice of menu. My 7th visit is already booked for 2009 and I'm looking forward to it already.
I've found a little gem of a hotel and would have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone taking a holiday in Brighton.

 

15 Jul 2008 ~ “Best Place in Brighton”  5 of 5 stars

Well what can you say, The Brighton Pavilions was one of the most beautiful, comfortable B&B's that I have ever stayed at. The themed decor in every one of the rooms was simply fantastic, it made you feel like you were part of it. The proprietors Phil and Ken could not have been any nicer, they were very helpful and friendly and did not know what to do for you, they made my stay there very special. The location is also fantastic close to everything only a short walk away.
Once in a long while you hit upon a hidden treasure, The Brighton Pavilions is just that.

I would recommend the Brighton Pavilions highly.

 

9 Jul 2008 ~ “Perfect Getway”  5 of 5 stars

Our expectations were blown away by this beautiful B&B, the rooms are decorated in a theme that makes one feel special.
The rooms are spacious and very clean, the service was fantastic and the two proprietors could not be more helpful and warm. Breakfasts were great with a large variety of choices. The location could not be any better only steps away from the ocean and a few minutes walk to the Brighton Pier, shopping and all the sights in Brighton..
We will definitely be back, I would recommend the Brighton Pavilions to everyone

 

6 Jul 2008 ~ “An adorably elegant Hotel”  5 of 5 stars

This was our first time staying at this Hotel. We were intrigued by the themed rooms and decided to try the Garbo room. It was adorable. The proprietors were very welcoming and helpful. We found the service at breakfast and the food to be of a very high standard. This is a pleasant and well presented Hotel that is very different to anywhere we have stayed before. We highly recommend that you go and stay there and find out for yourselves

 

13 Jun 2008 ~ “Work your way through all the themed rooms”  4 of 5 stars

I like this hotel so much I've now been there four times, and it's good every time. The rooms are physically quite small but you feel as if you have lots of space because they've been designed and decorated so well. This last visit, we tried out the Mikado room; but we've had good times in the Garbo room (dressed in thirties clothes) and the Camelot room (dressed romantically), the Pompeii room (we didn't try dressing like Romans... it was winter). The owners never bat an eyelid and service is always impeccable. A fantastic place for a dirty weekend, a romantic break, or just somewhere near the beach if you want a few days in the sun.
And Brighton's lovely. If you are planning a visit, stay at the Pavilions

 

10 Jun 2008  ~ “Beautiful hotel”  5 of 5 stars

Have just spent two nights in this beautiful hotel with family and could not recommend it more highly. Stayed in the Royal Pavilion room and the attention to detail and hospitality in general is outstanding. Will recommend to other friends and return again on our next visit to Brighton. Thank you so much!

 

27 May 2008 ~ “Warm and welcoming”  5 of 5 stars

Had a most enjoyable stay at the Pavilions thought it was excellent value for money .Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
the rooms were small but immaculately clean and had everything that we required. No toilet but that was a minor "inconvenience" and I booked the rooms in advance knowing that it was a shared loo. The breakfast was most enjoyable and loved the little patio at the back .Would have no hesitation in returning.

 

4 May 2008 ~ “At last I've hit the jackpot!”  5 of 5 stars

After years of trawling through the internet trying to find a decent b&b in Brighton, I have finally cracked it. Our hosts Ken and Phil gave us a warm welcome and showed us to our beautiful room overlooking a delightful garden area. The themed rooms add a sense of fun to your stay and are not tacky and cheap like some of the other themed hotels in this area. Brighton Pavilions is a real treasure tucked away in Charlotte Street, Kemptown and only a 5 minute walk from the shops and restaurants of St James Street and Kemptown Village. A delicious breakfast prepared by our hosts worked a treat for our mild hangovers followed by a morning stroll along the seafront. I highly recommend this hotel for your next seaside retreat. You most certainly will not be disappointed.

 

3 May 2008 ~ “Immaculate”   4 of 5 stars

I was persuaded by reading trip advisor reviews to try this hotel. I had planned to stay at one of the 5 star establishments in Brighton but poor reviews indicating 'chain fatigue' prompted me to try a boutique hotel and I was not disappointed. I first stayed in a one bed room (the Monaco) which had everything I needed (apart from a loo) then upgraded to the Pavilion two-night special with all the trimmings (and my own loo - what joy). Everything was clean and tidy and the breakfast was superb. The staff were very friendly and helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this hotel. The only reason it doesn't achieve a five star rating is that it is a bit pricey. Note too that there is no lift and so if you're not too good with stairs you may want to request a room nearer the ground floor.

 

21 Mar 2008 ~ “Charming”  4 of 5 stars

My boyfriend and I stayed for one night April 2007 and had a truly lovely time. The owners were very friendly and accommodating, (despite us turning up quite late) and rooms were clean, charming and cosy. Easy stroll or cab ride from the centre and I would certainly recommend it to anyone spending time in Brighton.

 

31 Oct 2007 ~ “Fab hotel”  5 of 5 stars

Stayed here in the Mikado room for a weekend in October for a show and I was a bit wary of booking a small hotel as I usually prefer larger chains but this was fantastic.
The room was clean and tidy, with everything you'd need.
The owners and staff here are very helpful and really made the effort with guests.
Rooms are a little on the small side but we didn't need a large room since we were literally just sleeping there and leaving in the mornings to go out. Central but off the main road so it was nice and quiet and the fridge is a great idea in the rooms.
Breakfast was well cooked and plenty of choice for even the fussiest of eaters.
I'd definitely recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Brighton.