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Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

4.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool, near Brighton Marina

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British cuisine
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Junior Studio Suite, Sea View
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 14 per person)
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England, BN1 2GS
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Royal Pavilion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Partial Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Full Sea View)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Full Sea View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • 26 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room King Bed And Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Studio Suite, Sea View

Junior Studio Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Senior Studio Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
Desk chair
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room with 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sea View Junior Suite With Super King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Brighton

At Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Brighton Beach and within 15 minutes of Brighton Centre. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Promenade Restaurant, serves British cuisine. Atrium Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and sauna. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Brighton City Centre hotel include Brighton Marina and American Express Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Dome - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East Street Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moo Moo's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mesmerist - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

On beach with indoor pool, near Brighton Marina
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront . Parking is available for a fee.

This Brighton hotel is smoke free.

  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront offers 210 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; GBP 14 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Atrium Bar
  • Promenade Restaurant
  • Waterbar Brighton

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 29 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront
Jurys Inn Waterfront
Brighton Thistle Hotel
Thistle Brighton Hotel Brighton
Waterfront Hotel Brighton
Waterfront Brighton
Jurys Brighton Waterfront
Jurys Waterfront
Thistle Hotel Brighton
Thistle Brighton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront on 11 Jan 2026 start from NZ$185.25, including 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.

Is parking available at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Yep, Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront has a self car park for GBP 29 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Yep, Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront is a short 3-minute walk from Brighton Beach.

Does Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront features an indoor pool, a steam room and 2 bars. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

Does Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give top marks to the buffet brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

No, Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront 's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 953 out of 1586 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1586 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1586 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1586 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1586 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Prathma

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Friendly team of staff

Amazing reception team. Lovely swimming pool with all amenities to hand. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and early. And the Sauna and steam room were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bachir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Matt and Viveck were excellent at the bar. Real professionals
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muzhar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel on the beach front with good staff and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Avon Lake

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and pleasant staff. I enjoyed my visit and would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed good rooms. Clean. Comfortable beds. The in-house restaurant is very good. On the down side the entrance to the hotel is shabby, dirty windows and Reception is small which would benefit from an uplift.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked to ease of parking wuth hotel lift from level 2 & 4 taking straight through to reception aviding the rain. We parjed for 48 hrs and when presenting our ticket at the reception desk we got a good rate cheaper than the car park rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel & super friendly staff. Really good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good but had a problem with the sink. I had to ask 3 times before they correct the problem. Otherwise it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kholoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quickly checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, New York

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025