While it is a bit seaside-worn on the outside, the Mercure Seafront Hotel feels plush on the inside - and comes at a relatively affordable price.
Read on to find out more about what the rooms, food and facilities are like.
Where is the Mercure Seafront Hotel?
Right on the beach in the popular seaside town of Brighton, this hotel is the perfect spot for a romantic weekend break.
The train station is a twenty-minute walk away or parking is available at the hotel, but the cost is steep - £25 per night.
What is the Mercure Seafront Hotel like?
The Grade II-listed building is newly renovated and boasts a flashy reception with velvet armchairs, spacious bedrooms with all the mod cons and a ballroom with capacity for 150 people.
It's perfectly situated to explore Brighton and the South Downs.
What is there to do at Mercure Seafront Hotel?
Take a stroll along the prom, or the city centre and The Lanes are just a 15-minute walk away.
Brighton Palace Pier and the Brighton i360 - a huge tower that takes visitors 162m above sea level - are both close by.
For those wanting to venture a bit further, there are lots of National Trust sites for hikes in the East Sussex countryside.
What is there to eat and drink at Mercure Seafront Hotel?
Guests can enjoy dinner with a view at The Goulty, which serves steaks, salads and a great selection of ice creams.
We tucked into the pan-seared salmon, with Parmentier potatoes (£17.50) and a Thai Panang curry (£16).
For special occasions, you can book the restaurant's Coast View Suite which, of course, offers stunning views across Brighton beach.
What are the rooms at Mercure Seafront Hotel like?
They are large and the king-size beds make for a good night's sleep.
Some rooms offer views looking on to the promenade and the sea.
Our suite had a giant Art Deco bath with a rainfall shower.
How much is the Mercure Seafront Hotel?
Double rooms cost from £134 per night with an inland view.
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Is the Mercure Seafront Hotel family friendly?
The three and four person rooms are perfect for families with kids.
Is there access for guests with disabilities?
Yes. There is wheelchair access throughout the hotel.
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