4-Star Hotels in Brighton: Comfort by the Sea
Updated 3 July 2026 · 31 real hotels
Brighton offers a solid selection of officially rated 4-star hotels, several of them steps from the seafront. Rates start from around 148 euros per night, making quality stays accessible across a range of budgets. Whether you want a landmark seafront address or a central city base, the options below cover the main choices.
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4-Star Hotels in Brighton
Brighton has long attracted visitors with its mix of pebbly beach, independent culture and easy rail access from London. For travellers who want dependable comfort without committing to a luxury price point, the city's 4-star category delivers well-maintained rooms, attentive service and, in several cases, a location that puts the seafront within a one or two minute walk. The officially rated 4-star properties listed here span the seafront promenade, the quiet residential streets of Kemp Town and the busier city centre, so the right choice depends largely on how central or how peaceful you want to be.
Prices in this category range from roughly 148 euros per night at the Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre, a modern hotel four minutes from the beach, up to 350 euros per night at The Twenty One B&B, a boutique address two minutes from the shore. The Grand Brighton, one of the city's most recognisable Victorian seafront buildings, sits at 213 euros per night and is one minute from the beach. Sea Spray, also one minute from the water and rated 4 stars, starts at 188 euros. No. 124 Brighton, the only property in this list described as sitting directly on the beach, is priced at 273 euros per night and holds a 4.9 out of 5 guest rating, the highest among the 4-star options.
Our selection in Brighton
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. 124 Brighton ★★★★ | Sur la plage | ★ 4.9 | 242 €/nuit |
| Square Townhouse ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 1 min à pied | ★ 4.9 | 185 €/nuit |
| Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 7 min à pied | ★ 4.8 | 203 €/nuit |
| A Room With A View ★★★★ | Sur la plage | ★ 4.8 | 198 €/nuit |
| Artist Residence Brighton ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 3 min à pied | ★ 4.7 | 181 €/nuit |
| The Twenty One B&B ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 2 min à pied | ★ 4.7 | 216 €/nuit |
| Sea Spray ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 1 min à pied | ★ 4.6 | 140 €/nuit |
| Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 4 min à pied | ★ 4.6 | 153 €/nuit |
| The Grand Brighton ★★★★ | Plage de Brighton à 1 min à pied | ★ 4.6 | 222 €/nuit |
| Drakes of Brighton ★★★★ | Sur la plage | ★ 4.6 | 190 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which 4-star hotels in Brighton are closest to the beach?+
Three officially rated 4-star hotels sit one minute from Brighton Beach: The Grand Brighton (from 213 euros per night), Sea Spray (from 188 euros) and No. 124 Brighton (from 273 euros), which is described as being directly on the beach. The Twenty One B&B is two minutes away, while the Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre is four minutes from the shore.
What is the most affordable 4-star hotel in Brighton?+
The Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre is the lowest-priced 4-star option on this list, starting at around 148 euros per night. It is located four minutes on foot from Brighton Beach and holds a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5, making it a practical choice for budget-conscious travellers who still want an officially classified 4-star property.
Is The Grand Brighton worth choosing for a seafront stay?+
The Grand Brighton is one of the most iconic buildings on the Brighton seafront, sitting one minute from the beach and rated 4 stars. At 213 euros per night it offers a recognisable address with a strong sense of place. Its guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 reflects consistent satisfaction, and its Victorian seafront setting is hard to match for atmosphere.
How do 4-star hotels in Brighton compare to the higher-rated non-4-star options on the list?+
A few properties in the broader Brighton listing, such as Chocolate Box Central and Little Paris Parking by Brighton Holiday Lets, carry 3.5-star classifications and significantly higher nightly rates (over 900 euros), which reflect their style or size as holiday-let accommodations rather than traditional hotel standing. The 4-star hotels listed here, ranging from 148 to 350 euros per night, represent official hotel classification and offer the service standards that come with it.