Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

Property class: 4

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British cuisine
2 bars/lounges
Junior Studio Suite, Sea View
2 bars/lounges
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 14 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Explore the area

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

Room options

Superior Double Room, Partial Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(93 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Full Sea View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room King Bed And Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Studio Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Senior Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room with 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Sea View Junior Suite With Super King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Brighton

At Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Brighton Beach and Brighton Pier. 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 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Brighton City Centre hotel include Brighton Centre and Brighton Marina.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mesmerist - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

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. The business-friendly Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star 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
  • 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
  • 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

  • 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.

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 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront on 4 May 2026 start from AU$153, 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1032 out of 1690 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 436 out of 1690 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1690 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1690 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1690 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My husband and I had an excellent stay. We booked for one night but ended up staying an extra night because of the wonderful room (Junior Suite with sea view) we had the views were amazing and the room was spotless! Reception staff were beyond excellence! very very helpful. All other staff were brilliant too. (bar & restaurant)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Md Ain uddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice and tidy Stuffs are very helpful We will be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Louisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel in a fabulous location. Staff are all very helpful and the place is spotlessly clean. We were upgraded to a suite which was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean staff are lovely definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Abingdon

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Dismissive staff, good breakfast, great location but the bar lacked atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, on the seafront, clean and comfortable stay for a seaside break.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, pleasant and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff! wonderful service! only there for a single night and use the spa the next day before leaving the hotel. would highly recommend and use again. Location is perfect for the lanes, really good for shopping nightlife bars, drinks etc
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ELDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel but a bit pricey. Excellent location and very near restaurants and seafront view is superb. Will revommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, great views of the beach, friendly helpful staff, great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay with my partner, service was great, the spa was a little unclean, the breakfast was lovely with great variety of food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andreea

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent stay - will recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and well positioned to make the best of Brighton. Parking a bit steep but suspect that’s the norm for the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026