Hotel du Vin BrightonvsDoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Hotel du Vin scores slightly better than Hilton Brighton Metropole. Hotel du Vin is ranked #4 in Brighton with positive reviews from 6 publications including Fodor's, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel du Vin Brighton Show All Reviews
Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AD
From $244/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"In the Lanes area, this outpost of a snazzy boutique chain has chic modern rooms. Pampering touches include Egyptian linens and large "monsoon" showers." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Set in the Lanes conservation area, a stone’s throw away from the seafront, this cutting-edge hotel and bistro is housed in a collection of eccentric, Gothic Revival and mock-Tudor buildings."
Rough Guide
"A Gothic Revival building in a contemporary style, luxuriously furnished in subtle seaside colours, with an excellent bar and bistro. £210."
Frommer's
"Supremely comfortable and stylish rooms are equipped with deep soaking tubs and other luxuries." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This award-winning hotel has an ornate double helix staircase, a wonderful Tudor entrance, an excellent wine bar and 49 elegant rooms named after wine producers."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This boutique hotel is part of the Hotel du Vin chain and features a Parisian-style bistro, sprawling bar and clubby-looking pub." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Hotel du Vin is an upscale property set among the atmospheric old buildings in the narrow streets of The Lanes in central Brighton, a minute from the seafront." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
""Elegant yet informal, the Hotel du Vin restaurant serves premium French bistro-style cuisine made with the freshest ingredients. Subtle starters and bold mains sit alongside " Full review
Independent
"Pistachio-toned gothic from the outside and cool beachy vibe within, Hotel du Vin & Bistro was formerly a wine merchants – an appropriate beginning for this renowned temple to all things grape"
Frommer's
"Supremely comfortable and stylish rooms are equipped with deep soaking tubs and other luxuries, and downstairs in paneled and beamed salons are an excellent bistro and a wine bar" Full review
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2FU
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Originally built in 1889, with a handful of its rooms housed in a postwar addition, the Brighton Metropole is the largest hotel in Brighton and one of the city's top three or four hotels." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located across from the beach, the upper-middle-range Hilton Brighton Metropole serves many business travelers thanks to 33 fully equipped meeting rooms and halls." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"Bagging a prime seafront spot near the British Airways i360, this Victorian pile with a terracotta façade is looking a little tired. The fusty décor is due for imminent refurbishment, but..." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"The Metropole Bar at the Hilton Brighton Metropole features handcrafted cocktails, an all-day dining menu, decadent afternoon tea and a grand outdoor space with stunning sea views" Full review
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Admire the sea views as you choose tasty options from the à la carte menu at this vibrant Brighton restaurant.
The Telegraph
8.0
"This once-esteemed grande dame has counted Princess Margaret and Margot Fonteyn among its guests...features swish rooms, quirky immersive dining and a decent-sized pool." Full review