With its endless beach, entertainment-filled pier, fun shops and top restaurants, Brighton is a brilliant place to take the whole family. Although there is an array of budget and more top-range hotels along the beachfront’s main road, these are not always the most convenient places to stay with young children. Especially if you want to be free to make noise, and not worry about how your children are behaving all the time.
That’s why apartments are a great option for families and thankfully there’s no shortage of them available. Whether it’s Hove, Brighton or the marina, there will be somewhere that ticks all the boxes for your family – whatever its size and demands. Places with swimming pools, gardens, terraces – they are all available.
And did I hear you say an Alice in Wonderland-themed apartment with its own Mad Hatters tea party-themed area? Well funny, you should mention that – because Brighton also has that too. So please do check out our top places to kick back and relax in one of the most fun and friendly cities in the UK.
Alice in Wonderland house, Brighton
Why not make your visit to Brighton extra special by taking your family to this magical Alice in Wonderland-themed property? Play spot the mad hatter and white rabbit with your children before bedtime, and use the exquisite china for your very own tea party.
The Madhatter Banqueting Room is the star in this house’s crown, with chairs designed as teacups dotted around an Enchanted Table that seats 16 guests. There is even an oversized high-backed silver armchair for the guest of honour.
If this isn’t enough, this five-floor regency house is also by the Brighton seafront, so there will be no shortage of things for your family to do during your visit. Voted in the top 25 of the Coolest Hotels Around the World by TheRichest.com, this is not exactly a budget option but prices can be lowered if you find another family to share with as this property sleeps up to 24 guests. It comes with 6 bedrooms, a lounge, a banqueting/dining room, two kitchens, 3 shower rooms and a patio.
With many magical mirrors dotted around the house, there are delightful details in every room with the mauve boudoir sporting a shimmering designer wallpaper, luxurious cushions, an elegant chaise lounge and a Smart TV with internet access.
Gather the family together and watch Alice in Wonderland for that extra immersive experience. This is a large, spacious, colourful and fun place to stay in Brighton… just don’t fall down the rabbit hole!
Book Here!Seafront apartment with garden, Kemptown
Another property close to the sea, this apartment was rated 9.3 on Booking.com for a stay with kids. Just 400 metres from the beach and with a patioed garden and terrace, it is easy to see why families would enjoy the pleasant, clean space. The décor of every room is immaculate from the colourful, modern bedrooms to the large open-plan lounge and kitchen.
There is a cosy, country-bumpkin feel with a bright green bath to relax in. With one double bed and two sofa beds in the lounge, there is space for all the family and the flat-screen TV comes with streaming services. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment and the kitchen is fully equipped with an oven and microwave.
Popular points of interest include Brighton Pier, The Royal Pavilion and Victoria Gardens. The apartment is also perfectly located for activities such as fishing, paddleboarding, and hiking. Nearby Yellowave Beach sports club also offers activities such as volleyball and foot volleyball.
At the sports club, there is a large clubhouse and café which has a decked area looking southwest towards Brighton Pier. The café serves a range of food and drink, and a pizza oven is even fired up at weekends and in the kid’s holidays from 12pm.
The nearest airport is London Gatwick, which is 42km from the apartment with Brighton Railway Station a 10-minute cab ride away.
99 Steps to the Sea, Brunswick
Count the steps with your children and find out if it’s true, at this charming beachside property. This is an extremely sophisticated and stylish option with two bedrooms, an equipped kitchen and one bathroom with a walk-in shower.
There is a 24-hour front desk to help with the demands of you and your family and provides an extra level of safety. With some surprise treats for you waiting in the fridge and an available Playstation, this is perfect for youngsters who need some entertainment.
Sandwiched between the busy city centre and more quiet cafes and restaurants of Hove, this is perhaps the ideal spot for visitors. The i360, The Brighton Centre and Churchill Square Shopping Centre are all within easy reach, and the Hove beach provides a great place for fishing, swimming and paddleboarding. This was another highly-ranked accommodation on Booking.com with this apartment rated 9.6 for a stay with kids.
However, this is definitely not just a property for young ones, with the décor, cleanliness and space also a delight for parents looking for some time to relax in comfort. This property also recorded a Travel Sustainable Level of 3, which means the owners are making large investments and efforts towards sustainability and actions that have a positive environmental and social impact.
Ocean side apartment with swimming pool, Brighton
Fancy making a real splash in Brighton? Is the beach not enough to satisfy your watery desires? Want a central location with parking on site? Then Serene Ocean Side Apartments is the accommodation for you. Just 300 metres from Brighton Beach and 700 metres from Hove Beach, this is another location where you get the best of both worlds.
With one bedroom and a sofa bed for children, this is one compromise that might be worth it for the indoor swimming pool and sleek, hotel-like feel. It is a clean, green-themed space with a large, spacious main bedroom and plenty of household appliances.
The apartment comes fitted with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and a bedroom with a hair dryer. There is also parking on-site, free WiFi, family rooms, non-smoking rooms and a lift in the building.
Popular points of interest include The Brighton Centre, Churchill Square Shopping Centre and Brighton Pier.
Green Diamond by Creatick Apartments, Brighton
Once again safely located in a secure apartment block, the jewel in the Green Diamond crown are the rooms that feature a terrace or balcony located over the shimmering sea. You won’t find better sea views in Brighton with spacious outdoor areas which give you stunning blue panoramas and vistas.
The apartments are also a short distance walk from Brighton Beach and Hove Beach. All the units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, an equipped kitchen, a dining area and a bathroom fitted with a hairdryer.
You will have to pay extra for the terrace or balcony but trust us it’s worth it. The kitchen features an oven, a microwave, toaster, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The reviewers of Booking.com rated this accommodation 9 out of 10 for a stay with kids, and it was also praised by visitors for its cleanliness, location and comfort.
The lights and delights of Brighton Pier and the charming, historic Brighton Lanes are both close by, with the nearest airport London Gatwick, which is 42km to the Green Diamond complex.
Book Here!Sea Breeze with waterfront views, Brighton Marina
With several cafes and restaurants dotted along the waterside and a stunning walk to Rottingdean, Brighton Marina is also a brilliant spot to take the family to in Sussex. Spend your days looking out to sea, trying to peer into boats and staring up at white chalk cliffs and then perhaps take a trip into town for dinner.
As well as this superb location, this accommodation offers up its own charming waterfront views – so that you can eat out on your balcony whilst looking at the boats of the marina coming and going (and decide which one you are going to buy when you become rich).
Inside this apartment is equally impressive, with a boat-like, cabin-esque feel, which will delight your children and provides a unique selling point. Tastefully decorated, there is a flat-screen TV and a kitchen kitted up with an oven and microwave. Overall, it has a spacious and high-end feel, and reviewers praised the host for its cleanliness and comfort. Towels and bed linen are provided by the hosts.
In terms of things to do a little further afield, The Royal Pavilion is 3.6 km from the holiday home, while Victoria Gardens is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 49 km from Sea Breeze in Brighton Marina with Free Parking.
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