The Top 7 Hotels with Spas in Brighton
Brighton, a vibrant city on the southern coast of England, is known for its eclectic mix of cultural experiences, lively seafront, and historical attractions. If you’re planning a visit and seeking relaxation, staying at a hotel with both a pool and a spa is the perfect choice.
Yes, Brighton is on the coast, so you may get the chance to dip your toes in the sea, but with the notoriously bad British weather, you can’t rely on the sunshine to make an appearance! Having a spa hotel with a pool is a great backup option and the following are some of my favourite Brighton Hotels.
Here’s a small curated list of the top hotels with spas in Brighton and nearby, that also offer luxurious amenities and fitness and wellness suites to enhance your stay.
Hotels with Spas in Brighton
Our Top 3 Picks: Brighton Hotels with Spas and Pools
#1 TOP PICK
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DoubleTree By Hilton Brighton Metropole
✔️ Sea Views
✔️ Gym & Hot Tub
✔️ Fabulous Restaurant
#2 PICK
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
✔️ Health & Leisure Included
✔️ Excellent Breakfast Included
✔️ Amazing Sea Views
#3 PICK
Queens Hotel & Spa
✔️ Spa & Wellness Centre
✔️ Amazing Location
✔️ On the Beach
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
The Hilton Brighton Metropole is a blend of classic Victorian architecture and modern amenities. Situated right on the Brighton seafront, this hotel offers an indoor pool and a comprehensive spa.
The decor is contemporary and fresh and it is in the perfect location if you want to go to Brighton Beach or spend a day wandering around the shops, boutiques and cafes. Churchill Square is just behind it, so if you get a typically wet day, you can go shopping under cover, or relax in its Spa.
Guests can indulge in various treatments, including aromatherapy and hot stone massages. The pool area is well-maintained, providing a perfect retreat after a day of exploring the city.
The Spa Includes:
- PURE Spa & Beauty offering massages, facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures
- Fitness centre
- Indoor pool with special splash hours for the kids
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- Victorian architecture with modern comforts
- Extensive spa treatments and hot tub
- Central seafront location
Rooms
The hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites designed to provide comfort and convenience. Each room is tastefully decorated and equipped with modern amenities, including; Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities, room service and elegant bathrooms.
Dining
1890 At The Met: The main restaurant offers a diverse menu with locally sourced ingredients, providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant’s ambience blends traditional and contemporary styles.
The Metropole Bar: A stylish spot for cocktails, wines, and light bites, offering a relaxed atmosphere with views of the seafront.
The Salt Rooms: This is one of our favourite restaurants in Brighton! The decor is stunning and the service is exceptional. It also has a covered terrace with uninterrupted sea views where you can enjoy a steak dinner and the best dessert – The Salt Room Sweets.
🏨 Book it – Hilton Brighton Metropole
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
The Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront boasts a prime location on the seafront, providing easy access to some of Brighton’s most popular attractions. Situated near the iconic Brighton Pier and the historic Lanes, this spa hotel is perfect for visitors looking to explore the city’s cultural, shopping, and entertainment options.
Don’t be fooled by its almost brutalism facade, with its concrete building and windows jutting out. Inside, these windows give way to incredible bay window views across the seafront and the Pier and there is a huge atrium in the middle where the restaurant sits.
The Spa Includes:
- Indoor pool
- Sauna and steam room
- Gym
- On-site pamper studio
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- Health club with modern fitness equipment
- A spa that offers massages, facials, and body treatments, utilizing high-quality products
- Many rooms and public areas offer stunning views of the Brighton seafront and the English Channel
Rooms
This Brighton hotel offers a range of contemporary and comfortable rooms, designed to cater to the needs of both leisure and business travellers. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including; free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, tea & coffee facilities and luxurious bedding and toiletries.
Dining
Atrium Bar: A stylish space to enjoy a variety of drinks and light snacks, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.
Seaview Bar & Lounge: Offers a diverse menu with locally sourced ingredients, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy a mix of international cuisine and traditional British dishes.
🏨 Book it – Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
Queens Hotel & Spa
The Queens Hotel and Spa is in the perfect spot, about a minute’s walk from Brighton Pier. It offers stunning views of the beach and the Pier, whilst also being within easy walking distance of The Lanes, the Royal Pavilion, and numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
It was built in 1846 and gradually absorbed the buildings around it, so many features inside are of different eras. It was voted one of the top 10 beachfront hotels in the UK!
The Spa Includes:
- Gym
- Sauna and steam room
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- Pretty People Beauty Salon offering facials, massages, eye treatments and hair removal
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- The heated indoor pool is perfect for a refreshing swim, regardless of the weather
- Many rooms and public areas offer beautiful views of the Brighton seafront and the Pier
- Just minutes from the main attractions in Brighton
Rooms
The Queens Hotel and Spa features a range of rooms and suites designed to cater to different needs and preferences. Each room combines comfort with contemporary style and is equipped with modern amenities such as; free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea & coffee making facilities, en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and most rooms offering sea views.
Dining
No.1 Bar & Bistro: This on-site restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed setting with views of the seafront. The bar provides a variety of drinks, including cocktails, wines, and local beers.
Afternoon Tea is served in a contemporary space called the Sun Lounge.
🏨 Book it – Queens Hotel and Spa
Harbour Hotel Brighton
Brighton Harbour Hotel & Spa is centrally located on Brighton’s bustling seafront, providing guests with easy access to the beach, the iconic Brighton Pier, and the city’s main attractions.
With its prime seafront location, stylish accommodation, excellent dining options, and comprehensive wellness facilities, it caters to both leisure and business travellers.
The 1850s building was bought by the Harbour Group in 2015 and had major interior refurbishments, which is when they found a brick-covered basement that had been covered up for a long time. This is now the Spa.
The Spa includes:
- Steam room and Scandinavian hot tub
- Heated indoor pool and hydrotherapy pool
- Sauna
- Holistic therapies with a range of luxurious Temple Spa and Elemis Expert products
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- HarSPA – an award-winning spa that features an extensive range of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies.
- A well-equipped gym offering modern fitness equipment, perfect for maintaining your workout routine during your stay.
- The hotel’s stylish and contemporary design, combined with its boutique charm, creates a unique and inviting atmosphere.
Rooms
The hotel offers a range of stylish and contemporary rooms and suites, designed with comfort and luxury in mind. Each room is equipped with high-quality amenities to ensure a pleasant stay including; free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, Egyptian cotton linens and seaviews.
The Sea View Corner Suite offers a free-standing bath with views of the Pier.
Dining
HarBAR & Kitchen: This stylish bar and restaurant with amazing decor offers a diverse menu with an emphasis on seafood and British cuisine. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a vibrant setting with panoramic views of the seafront.
The bar also serves a wide range of cocktails, wines, and local craft beers and is somewhere we visit often when we are in Brighton.
🏨 Book it – Brighton Harbour Hotel & Spa
The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel & Spa
Situated in a 200-year-old Grade II building in fashionable Kemptown, The Charm Brighton Hotel has had a recent refurbishment and has been transformed into a luxury Boutique Spa Hotel.
The building is quintessential Brighton, nestled on a road that leads up from the beach and away from the main road traffic. It is a short walk to the Pavilion, Brighton Pier and the seafront.
The Spa includes:
- Hot tub and Steam Room
- Massage and facial treatments
- Beauty salon
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- Luxury boutique guesthouse in the heart of Kemptown
- Beautifully decorated rooms with original architectural details
- Guests have praised the breakfast options
Rooms
All the rooms are elegantly refurbished, with some rooms providing seating areas and sea views. The rooms are well catered with comfy beds, flat-screen TVs, premium linen, Nespresso coffee maker, luxury toiletries and a safety box and mini bar in most rooms.
Dining
Although The Charm does not have a restaurant as such, there is a room where you can get a delicious breakfast with locally sourced produce.
🏨 Book it – The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotels with Spas Near Brighton
For an extremely popular destination such as Brighton, I do think it lacks Spa Hotels with pools, but this is potentially because most people visiting Brighton are there to enjoy the beaches and many attractions that Brighton has to offer! So maybe people are not looking for hotels with these facilities as they’re spending all their time exploring…
However, there are some superb hotels nearby with excellent facilities, if you still fancy a spa hotel, but with the added extra of being able to pop into Brighton for the day.
South Lodge
South Lodge is a luxurious country house hotel located in the heart of the Sussex countryside, near the town of Horsham. Set within 93 acres of stunning gardens and parkland, this spa hotel offers a tranquil retreat while being conveniently accessible from Brighton and major transport links.
The Spa Includes:
- State-of-the-art facilities offering a variety of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies.
- Gym and spin studio
- Indoor pool, outdoor hydrotherapy pool and wild swimming pool
- Thermal suite
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- Indoor and outdoor hydrotherapy pools and an infinity pool with stunning views
- Magnificent Victorian architecture and elegant interior design create a unique and luxurious atmosphere
- Beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland that provide a picturesque setting for a relaxing stay
Rooms
There are 89 individually styled and designed rooms and suites with many rooms offering beautiful views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. Amenities include luxurious bedding and toiletries, en-suite bathrooms, some with freestanding baths and rain showers, tea and coffee-making facilities and comfortable handmade mattresses.
Dining
The spa hotel boasts exceptional dining options, each focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with 2 AA rosette restaurants.
The Pass: An innovative and intimate dining experience, The Pass offers a modern tasting menu created by talented chefs, with an open kitchen allowing guests to watch their meals being prepared.
Camellia: A more traditional dining option, Camellia serves classic British cuisine with a contemporary twist, utilizing produce from the hotel’s own kitchen garden and has 3 AA Rosettes to its name.
Botanica: Located within the spa, Botanica offers a health-conscious menu inspired by plant-based cuisine and seasonal ingredients with a Mediterranean-inspired menu.
The Billiard Bar: A cosy and stylish bar serving a wide range of drinks, including cocktails, wines, and spirits. Perfect for a relaxed evening.
The Watershed: Located by the pool, The Watershed offers gelato and drinks.
🏨 Book it – South Lodge
Ockenden Manor Hotel & Spa
Thankfully, one of my friends is a member of Ockenden, so we go there at least once a month and the spa facilities and pool are fabulous! Ockenden Manor Spa Hotel is a historic Tudor country house hotel located in the charming village of Cuckfield, West Sussex, around 30 minutes from Brighton.
The Spa is situated in a modern new building that has been added onto the back of the Manor. The best feature has to be the indoor/outdoor pool which you can access without having to leave the pool, swimming through a small doorway with a plastic covering.
The Spa includes:
- Indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools
- Hot tub
- Sauna and steam rooms
- Walk through Rainforest shower
- Relaxation areas
- Fitness suite
- Isopod flotation tank
- Spa treatments including massages, facials, and body therapies, using high-quality products
- Fitness studio for pilates and yoga classes
Spa Hotel Highlights:
- The indoor/outdoor swimming pool!
- 9 acres of gardens
- Elegant and traditional decor in a beautiful setting
Rooms
Ockenden Manor features a range of luxurious rooms and suites in the Elizabethan Manor House, each individually decorated to blend historic charm with modern comfort. Amenities include free Wi-Fi (it’s pretty much a given with most hotels these days!), luxury bedding and toiletries, en-suite bathrooms with some rooms featuring freestanding baths and rain showers and beautiful views over the grounds.
Dining
This spa hotel offers an exceptional dining experience, focusing on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Restaurant at Ockenden Manor: The award-winning restaurant provides a fine dining experience with a menu that celebrates British cuisine. Guests can enjoy beautifully presented dishes in an elegant setting in the drawing room or head out to the terrace with views of the gardens.
Drawing Room & Bar: Ideal for a more relaxed meal or a pre-dinner drink, the Drawing Room & Bar offers a selection of light snacks, afternoon tea, and a wide range of beverages, including cocktails, wines, and spirits.
You can also order from a small menu in the Spa lounge, including nuts, snacks and delicious smoothies, which we always order on a Spa day.
🏨 Book it – Ockenden Manor Hotel & Spa
Brighton offers a range of hotels with spas, catering to guests seeking relaxation and luxury. Whether you prefer the historic charm of Brighton Metropole or the modern chic of Harbour Hotel, there’s a hotel to suit every taste.
Each hotel provides excellent amenities, including pools and spas, ensuring a rejuvenating experience during your stay in this vibrant city.
