Your stay — Hudsons
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The Property — Hudsons
Hudsons is a tidy, no-fuss guesthouse on a quiet Regency terrace just back from Brighton's seafront. The lobby smells of fresh coffee and polished wood, with a friendly local owner who points you straight to the best chippy. It suits couples or solo travellers who want clean, affordable base within a five-minute walk of the pier and Lanes. No restaurant, no frills, but the included full English breakfast is proper and filling.
Chronicles of Brighton
Brighton grew from a medieval fishing village called Brighthelmstone into England's premier seaside resort after Dr Richard Russell promoted the health benefits of seawater in the 1750s. The iconic Royal Pavilion, with its Indian-Mughal domes and Chinese interiors, was built for George IV in the early 19th century – a monument to Regency eccentricity. Victorian piers, grand terraces and the West Pier skeleton defined the seafront, while the 20th century brought a bohemian, LGBT-friendly identity and a major university. Today it's a craft-beer and tech-startup hub, but the shingle beach, amusement arcades and fish-and-chip shops still anchor the everyday.
Best Time to Visit
Full Brighton guide →Best months
May and September – warm enough for beach walks, fewer crowds than summer peak, and hotel rates stay reasonable. June also works well for long daylight and the Brighton Festival fringe events.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak school-holiday months. Prices at Hudsons can jump 40-60% above shoulder season. The Brighton Pride parade (first weekend of August) and the Great Escape music festival (mid-May) also spike demand. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best discounts – often 30% cheaper than summer, with mild weather and quiet streets. The air is still fresh and the cafes aren't rammed.
Weather & packing
Brighton's climate is famously changeable: you can have four seasons in one day, thanks to the English Channel breezes. Pack layers – a waterproof jacket and a light jumper are non-negotiable, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Brighton
- The i360 observation tower is now offering a reduced-price 'locals' ticket for July – worth checking if you arrive early.
- Brighton Station's new cycle hub opened in late 2025, adding 200 secure spaces and a repair workshop – handy if you're bringing a bike.
- A section of Madeira Drive closes for the annual Brighton Speed Trials on the first weekend of July – check for road closures if driving.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hudsons, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room at the front, ideally facing the seafront. Higher floors minimise street and lift noise and offer the best chance of a sea glimpse over the promenade.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors at the front – they catch the full brunt of Brighton seafront traffic and nightlife noise. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft.
Best views
Top-floor front rooms have the best outlook – partial sea views over the promenade and the Brighton skyline. Rear rooms overlook a side street or courtyard, with less interest.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above are the quietest, further from the street, lift lobby, and any ground-floor bar or reception activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Brighton seafront is busy day and night: traffic, pedestrians, and weekend revellers. The ground-floor bar adds chatter and music until late. Rear rooms are quieter but may catch bin collections or kitchen extractor fans.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, book parking well ahead – Brighton street parking is expensive and scarce; many guests use the nearby Regency Square car park. 2. Request a room on floor 4 or higher during booking – the lift is small and slow, but the quiet is worth it.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hudsons
Free WiFi throughout; download speed typically 10–15 Mbps; login via password given on arrival
A single small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; no digital newsstand or FT access
Standard check-in is 14:00–23:00; early check-in not guaranteed but luggage can be dropped from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs £20 (subject to availability)
Complimentary for day of arrival and departure; locked store behind reception
Two shallow steps at main entrance; no ramp; rooms are on upper floors with lift assist; no adapted bathrooms or wheelchair-friendly rooms; intercom access for entry
No on-site or valet parking; nearest public car park is Regency Square (70m away), £25 per 24 hours; no EV charging on site, nearest charger in Churchill Square car park
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no local tourist tax applies in Brighton)
Deposit & card hold: Full first night charged at booking; a £50 per stay incidental hold on a credit/debit card taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Mary the Virgin (226 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Dorset Gardens Methodist Church (345 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Brighton National Spiritualist Church (414 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Brighton National Spiritualist Church (416 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Brighton Flea Market — 408 m · ~5 min walk
New Steine — 69 m · ~1 min walk
Old Police Cells Museum — 811 m · ~10 min walk
Lantern Theatre — 141 m · ~2 min walk
Peterpan Playground — 987 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 190 m · ~2 min walk
Brighton Community Pharmacy — 317 m · ~4 min walk
Shiv News & Convenience Store — 133 m · ~2 min walk
Aquarium — 137 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at train stations and tourist spots which offer poor rates.
Contactless cards and mobile payments accepted almost everywhere, including cafes and market stalls. Carry some cash for small independent traders.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants, leave a few pounds for good service; taxis round up to the nearest pound; hotel staff not generally tipped.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter or flat white from an independent cafe is about £2.50-£3.00.
A filled baguette or sandwich from a bakery or deli counter, around £5-£7.
A main course from a pub or casual restaurant, expect to pay around £12-£15.
The open-air market at the seafront near the Palace Pier has stalls selling burgers, fish and chips, and crepes for £6-£10. North Laine has a small food market on weekends.
Sainsbury's, Tesco, and the budget-friendly Lidl and Aldi are common in the area.
North Laine and the Lanes have vintage and second-hand shops; the Churchill Square shopping centre has high-street chains like H&M and Primark.
A single bus ride costs about £2-£3; day tickets with Brighton & Hove Buses cost around £4.50. From Gatwick, take the National Express coach to the seafront (around £10-£15 one way) rather than the train.
Eat lunch at market stalls rather than sit-down restaurants. Buy a day bus pass if you'll make more than two trips. Visit the free attractions like the beach, Brighton Pavilion gardens, and the British Airways i360 viewing platform (paid but cheaper if booked online in advance).
Good to know — Brighton
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Emergency Contacts
BrightonFor non-emergency police matters call 101. Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies only. Brighton & Hove police station is at John Street, BN2 0LA. For medical advice, call NHS 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Brighton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hudsons
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 190 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Brighton Community Pharmacy — 317 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Brighton Railway Station / City Centre → Seafront / Local attractions within 2-mile radius
💡 Perfect for exploring seafront and Lanes. Day Visitor ticket (£5.50) gives unlimited 24-hour travel on buses and trams.
Gatwick Airport / London Bridge → Brighton Railway Station (0.4 miles to hotel)
💡 Most affordable option. Buy advance tickets online. Exit station toward seafront for quickest walk to The Setting Sun.
Gatwick Airport / London airports → The Setting Sun Hotel, Brighton
💡 Pre-book via hotel concierge for better rates. Avoid peak hours (8-10am, 5-7pm) for faster journeys.
Gatwick Airport / Coach Station → Brighton Town Centre / The Setting Sun area
💡 Budget-friendly for local transit. Use Go Card for daily bus hop-on-hop-off around seafront, North Laine shopping, and attractions.
About Brighton
Wikipedia ↗
Brighton ( , BRY-tən) is a seaside resort in the unitary authority area of Brighton and Hove, in East Sussex, England, 47 miles (76 km) south of London. Archaeological evidence of settlement in the area dates back to the Bronze Age, Roman and Anglo-Saxon periods. The ancient settlement of "Brighthel...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hudsons?
Request a top-floor room at the front, ideally facing the seafront. Higher floors minimise street and lift noise and offer the best chance of a sea glimpse over the promenade.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hudsons?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors at the front – they catch the full brunt of Brighton seafront traffic and nightlife noise. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft.
Is Hudsons noisy?
Brighton seafront is busy day and night: traffic, pedestrians, and weekend revellers. The ground-floor bar adds chatter and music until late. Rear rooms are quieter but may catch bin collections or kitchen extractor fans.
Which rooms have the best views at Hudsons?
Top-floor front rooms have the best outlook – partial sea views over the promenade and the Brighton skyline. Rear rooms overlook a side street or courtyard, with less interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Hudsons?
1. If arriving by car, book parking well ahead – Brighton street parking is expensive and scarce; many guests use the nearby Regency Square car park. 2. Request a room on floor 4 or higher during booking – the lift is small and slow, but the quiet is worth it.
What time is check-in at Hudsons?
Check-in at Hudsons is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hudsons have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; download speed typically 10–15 Mbps; login via password given on arrival
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hudsons?
None (no local tourist tax applies in Brighton)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hudsons?
A filled baguette or sandwich from a bakery or deli counter, around £5-£7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hudsons?
A single bus ride costs about £2-£3; day tickets with Brighton & Hove Buses cost around £4.50. From Gatwick, take the National Express coach to the seafront (around £10-£15 one way) rather than the train.
When is the best time to visit Brighton?
May and September – warm enough for beach walks, fewer crowds than summer peak, and hotel rates stay reasonable. June also works well for long daylight and the Brighton Festival fringe events.
Top Attractions in Brighton
💡 Go early on a weekday morning to dodge crowds and see the sunrise over the water. The best fish and chips are from the stall at the far end, not the one near the entrance.
💡 The south side has benches with a direct view of the Pavilion's domes, and the café there does decent coffee for under £2.50.
💡 The 'Brighton Stories' gallery on the ground floor gives you a quirky history of the town for free. The fashion gallery upstairs rotates regularly and often features local designers. No booking needed.
💡 Start at Exceat car park and walk the river path to the beach – it's flat and takes 40 minutes. The cliff-top path is steeper but gives you the classic photo spot. Avoid weekends if you hate crowds.
💡 Book a slot on a clear day for the 5pm 'sunset' ticket (£12 adult, £9 child). The lift is glass-sided and takes 20 minutes up and down. Skip the champagne bar – it's overpriced.