Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

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

Photo gallery for Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

2 bars/lounges
Junior Studio Suite, Sea View
Spa
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

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Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England, BN1 2GS
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Partial Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 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

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 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

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(81 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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Full Sea View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 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

Superior Room King Bed And Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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

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

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room with 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Sea View Junior Suite With Super King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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
  • Brighton Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton i360 - 8 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
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Moo Moo's - ‬2 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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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)

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

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 15 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront on 9 Dec 2025 start from AU$145.06, 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.

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. 904 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 411 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1533 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

nicholas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Ah Chin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Lanes, bars, restaurants from the back entrance. It also has lovely views of the seaside in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Always good

Great location, comfortable, modern & staff friendly. Rooms good size, aircon fab & shower lovely Restaurant (leos) a good option although often have dishes not available but lots of choice. All round a great option
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated directly at the waterfront, close to the pier and nearby lanes. It was wonderful to be so close to everything and have plenty of dining options. We stayed in a family room with a view of the Town Hall and were lucky enough to witness around seven weddings—an amazing sight, even without a sea view. The parking was very convenient, and the service was exceptional; everyone was incredibly friendly. Our first visit to Brighton was fabulous, and the hotel played a big part in that!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional. Everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location on beachfront which is reflected in the price - rooms are modern and well appointed. I had a maintenance issue which was solved promptly. Downsides are that the recorded directions for the car park are out of date - you need to head for Black Lion Lane to access the Lanes Car park and the tv only works if you are able to cast from your mobile device.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Excellent stay

The stay was amazing . Brilliant service. We was upgraded to a better room, as it was our 3rd year wedding anniversary
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

karen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
room was dated and the overall hotel was very used, dirty carpets, noisy kids running up and down, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sneha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast and comfortable and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location right on the seafront & walkable to all main attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

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

10/10 Excellent

S

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hulya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

anthony

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bahar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I paid over £330 per night for a small family room. From the moment we entered, the first impression was poor: dirty, worn carpet on the stairs, dirty wall and cheap, patchy maintenance work throughout. The furniture in the entrance and reception was also stained and worn with visible threads in the fabric, giving a neglected and shabby feel. The reception toilet was in an unacceptable state, dirty with no tissues and water all over the sinks and flooring. I honestly don’t know who gave this hotel 4 stars. In our room, the bathroom door lock didn’t work. I actually got locked inside and had to struggle for several minutes to push the door open. When I reported this to reception, they sent a maintenance man who was surprisingly aggressive in manner and insisting “It’s just a spring, you need to pull it hard.” For £336 per night, I certainly didn’t expect to wrestle with a bathroom door just to use the facilities. Unbelievably poor experience. I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent but don't stay in a seafront room at the weekend as the bar on the beach opposite plays very, very loud music until 3 am, so you will not get any sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff. Our first visit to Brighton and we will definitely return and will stay in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could be more user friendly.

Great location hotel and has everything you need as large hotel. Not boutique. I tried to alter days well in advance but hotel said no. Quite unhelpful until I got to the hotel and they had cancelled my stay. Fortunately I had hotels.com booking and they found us a room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ziyaad

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

Lovely hotel

The hotel was lovely. Very clean and smelt amazing. The gym and swimming pool were kept clean throughout the day. Location of the hotel was perfect for beach access and great food spots too
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Room comfort

Ok stay

Parking is expensive . Check in was good . Room was ok but not cleaned or sundries re freshed ( we had to ask ) .lobby washrooms needed attention. Lady at the bar in evenings was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room with 2 king size beds. Bathroom slightly on the small size for a family room but workable. Parking isn’t the best and the charge is a little too high I think. Staff were lovely and friendly. Very helpful always. Location is perfect. We will definitely be making this our go to hotel when coming to Brighton.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025