The Lanes Travel Guide

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The Lanes which includes signage
The Lanes
The Lanes
The Lanes
The Lanes

One of Brighton’s most popular shopping areas is a set of old winding streets lined with everything from antique shops to quirky boutiques.

The Lanes is a cluster of intersecting alleys that’s home to a bustling hub of shopping and dining. Look for jewellery, antiques, rare books and designer fashions while admiring the neighbourhood’s attractive Regency architecture.

The Lanes area was once the heart of a small fishing village. Its streets are lined with colourful 17th-century cottages. Notice how the homes are built quite close together, with matching overhanging roofs. This design was intended to help protect the buildings against storm damage. During the mid-19th century these properties were converted into shops.

Wander through the jumble of alleyways and narrow passages, which give a sense of Brighton’s original layout.

The Lanes is a wonderful place for antique collectors, with shops ranging from small independent outlets to larger antique malls that rent out stalls to vendors. The area is known for offering high-end collectibles and specialty pieces, so expect prices that attract serious buyers. Jewellery shops are also particularly prevalent in The Lanes, with antique jewellery vendors interspersed amid more modern boutiques.

Treat yourself to lunch in a trendy al fresco restaurant where you may be entertained by a musical performance. Buskers bolster the beguiling atmosphere created by the graceful arcades, brick-paved streets and flint stone walls.

Go over to the lively Brighton Square, which forms the heart of The Lanes. Check out the lovely bronze fountain depicting dolphins and children swimming together. Find a seat on a bench and enjoy the atmosphere, or relax on one of the many café terraces lining the square.

In the evening, go for a drink in The Cricketers, which claims to be Brighton’s oldest pub. It was established in 1547 and is known to have been a favourite watering hole of author Graham Greene. Jack the Ripper suspectRobert Stephenson is said to have stayed in the building before moving to Whitechapel in London.

Find The Lanes off North Street in Brighton’s old town. The area is within walking distance of the Brighton Royal Pavilion and the seashore.


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Our pick of the best The Lanes Hotel Deals

The Grand Brighton

The Grand Brighton

4 out of 5
97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England
The price is AU$202 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$202
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,576 reviews)
Great stay.
"Lovely hotel great breakfast and very efficient and friendly staff. Air conditioned rooms and it’s very quiet. Small but perfectly formed rooms, however there is a dull noise that comes from outside if you are on the 1st floor at the back so look for a higher floor!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Grand Brighton
Leonardo Hotel Brighton

Leonardo Hotel Brighton

4 out of 5
101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England
The price is AU$129 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$129
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,369 reviews)
"Excellent. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable facilities to be able to use laptop for working. Great bar for drinks."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel Brighton
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

4 out of 5
Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England
The price is AU$166 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$166
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,512 reviews)
"This was our second stay here. The room was lovely and the breakfast was good. I love the proximity to the Lanes and the Pier. I would recommend this hotel when in Brighton"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

4 out of 5
31 Cannon Place, Brighton, England
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$153
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Brighton Pier ...
9/10 Wonderful! (654 reviews)
Maldron Hotel is a star arrival in Brighton
"I really enjoyed staying in this hotel which is just a year old. The buffet-style breakfast had everything you could possibly want, with fresh food being added right until the end of the breakfast sitting, which ended at 11am. I found this hotel a perfect base for exploring Brighton City Centre and ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre
Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
149 Kings Road, Brighton, England
The price is AU$139 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$139
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (967 reviews)
Comfy beds
"Great room upgrade. Large room, sea view, very comfy beds."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel
The Old Ship Hotel

The Old Ship Hotel

4 out of 5
Kings Road, Brighton, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$107 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$107
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Good coffee at breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Old Ship Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around The Lanes

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Seafront

4/5(8 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Seafront might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kings Road Arches and Brighton Pier.

Seafront
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Brighton City Centre

4/5(24 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Brighton Lanes while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
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Montpelier

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Get to know Montpelier by checking out its beaches, cafes and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Churchill Square Shopping Centre or Brighton i360 during your time in the area.

Montpelier
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Seven Dials

Visitors to Seven Dials like its restaurants and museums, and D-Day Aviation Museum is a sight worth a stop.

Seven Dials
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Kemptown

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Kemptown is known for its breathtaking beach views, and with sights like Brighton Beach and SEA LIFE Brighton, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Brighton.

Kemptown


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