Drakes Hotel
43-44 Marine Parade, Kemptown, Brighton & Hove, BN2 1PE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
Drakes is a luxury boutique hotel on Brighton’s seafront, overlooking the Brighton Palace Pier. It offers unique 4-star accommodation, and has a fine-dining restaurant and vibrant cocktail bar. The fully air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV with Sky channels, along with free WiFi. The ‘Vi Spring’ beds have Egyptian cotton sheets, velvet throws, and goose or duck-down bedding. Some rooms also have a free-standing bath tub next to stunning Georgian windows, with views of Brighton or the seafront and pier. Drakes has an award-winning restaurant on site, with a modern and original European menu. Food is made using seasonal, and where possible, locally sourced ingredients. The 24-hour lounge bar boasts sea views, and serves bespoke and classic cocktails, spirits, wines, champagnes and craft beers.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- KKimUnited Kingdom“The sea view was stunning. The breakfast was superb”
- AndrewUnited Kingdom“Very tastefully decorated friendly staff and great location highly recommend”
- JayUnited Kingdom“Amazing place in Brighton to stay. The perfect location, walking distance to the main strip beach and the Lanes and centre. But far enough to feel the peace and quiet. We stayed in room 18 on the seafront at the very top. It was gorgeous listening...”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Drakes HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Beachfront
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Beach
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopying
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash is not accepted Drakes Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note, a 2-course lunch is available for GBP 20, while a 3-course dinner is available for GBP 45. These can be reserved ahead of time by contacting the property directly with the contact details provided in your booking confirmation.
Please note breakfast is not included in the rate. It can be ordered and paid for on check out.
Kindly note the accommodation is located on the first, second, third and fourth floors, and is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment as the property does not have a lift.
Please note, the Luxury Double Room has frosted windows.
Drakes hotel will be receiving a summer facelift starting from 3rd June 2024 until 7th July 2024 . While scaffolding will be visible at the front of the building, we have taken extensive measures to ensure that this will not interfere with the comfort and quality of your stay. Work is only planned to take place between the hours of 9am-4:30pm Monday to Friday.
We’re committed to enhancing our facilities and appreciate your understanding during this improvement phase.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about Drakes Hotel
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The prices at Drakes Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Guests staying at Drakes Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- À la carte
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Drakes Hotel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Brighton & Hove. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Drakes Hotel include:
- Double
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The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Drakes Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Drakes Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Beachfront
- Beach
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Check-in at Drakes Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.