The OrientalvsNew Steine Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, The Oriental scores slightly higher than New Steine Hotel. The Oriental ranks #23 in Brighton with positive reviews from 3 reviews like Fodor's, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
The Oriental
9 Oriental Place, Brighton BN1 2LJ
From $75/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Multilingual
- Meeting Rooms
Fodor's
"With a casual elegance that typifies Brighton, this Regency-era boutique hotel sits close to the seafront. Rooms are cleverly fitted into the old building, so some have slanted ceilings..." Full review
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The cool bar downstairs is popular with young locals and can get quite loud, so ask for a room well away from it if you're a light sleeper.
Lonely Planet
"Stylishly decorated in luscious plums and teals, this renovated nine-room boho hotel has aromatherapy lights, spa baths in its superior rooms and organic breakfasts."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This stylish boutique bolthole, set in a tall creamy Regency townhouse, is a stroll up from the seafront Peace statue and ideally situated for easy access to the city’s main attractions." Full review
Independent
"The Oriental is an altogether quieter, less sticky establishment, yet still with kooky charm. Expect lashings of visual drama: wacky paintings and plum colour notes mixing with covetable vintage finds"
Independent
"In a well-kept Regency townhouse, Oriental Guest House is neither big nor flashy, but it’s relatively peaceful and has the personal service to go with it"
City guides
March 14, 2022
Independent
"An altogether quieter, less sticky establishment, yet still with kooky charm. Expect lashings of visual drama, wacky paintings and plum colour notes mixing with covetable vintage finds."
Independent
"In a well-kept Regency townhouse, Oriental Guest House is neither big nor flashy, but it’s relatively peaceful and has the personal service to go with it"
Independent
"The Oriental is an altogether quieter, less sticky establishment, yet still with kooky charm...the nine gracious bedrooms are visually calmer, with many featuring full-length windows, ornate stucco"
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Book room No.4 for dazzling sea views from its small balcony.
New Steine Hotel
10-11 New Steine, Kemp Town, East Sussex, Brighton BN2 1PB
From $41/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Business Center
Rough Guide
"During the week, the stylish, modern rooms at this townhouse hotel are excellent value."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Aiming to cater for all budgets and offering excellent service, the New Steine hotel exudes old-fashioned charm with a Gallic twist." Full review
Independent
"This boutique bolthole is perfectly placed for Kemp Town’s alternative night vibe, being within walking distance of live music venues, burlesque bars and characterful pubs"