The ClaremontvsThe Oriental
Both properties are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, The Claremont ranks slightly higher than The Oriental. The Claremont ranks #14 in Brighton with accolades from 2 sources including Frommer's, The Telegraph.
The Claremont
Second Avenue, Hove BN3 2LL
From $195/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Business Center
- Meeting Rooms
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
Frommer's
"In neighboring Hove, this chic boutique hotel set in a restored Victorian house is just a stone's throw from the heart of Brighton and just off the seafront." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"The Claremont is a peaceful alternative to Brighton’s central hotels." Full review
Independent
"How Hove has grown… No longer Brighton’s dull twin, the ’hood is now hugely des-res with a clutch of niche restaurants and bars as well as a quieter seafront"
Independent
"A tranquil oasis close to the beach is The Claremont, which features an enormous walled garden...though the decor is a tad old-fashioned, you at least get loads of space."
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
i
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"
i
Book room No.4 for dazzling sea views from its small balcony.