31-34 Marine Parade, Brighton, United Kingdom | (251) 219-4428
Gay-friendly beachfront hotel overlooking Brighton Pier
Central Kemptown location is minutes from The Lanes shopping quarter
Range of rooms and suites according to budget, from basic to luxury
Ground-floor bar serves light bites and opens onto a terrace
Underground nightclub features cabaret shows and late-night dancing
Excellent full English breakfast included in the room rates
Free, super-fast Wi-Fi throughout
Many rooms have sea views
Rooms can get noisy, especially on lower levels
Some rooms show signs of wear
Low-end rooms are tiny
Few on-site amenities, with no gym or business center
Calling itself 'the UK's finest gay hotel', the mid-range Legends Hotel is certainly geared towards the LGBT community, though it's not immediately obvious. At night, however, the bar and nightclub liven up and become a popular spot -- noise can be an issue in many rooms. Higher-end rooms are elegant and have sea views, while the more budget options are very simple, and tiny. All in all, rates are great for a seafront hotel, though travelers might need earplugs to enjoy a decent night's sleep.
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Scene
Gay-friendly hotel with unassuming facade and party spirit
The Legends Hotel is housed in a grand detached property set right on Brighton's busy seafront thoroughfare. Its traditional frontage contrasts with the hip and contemporary surroundings that meet guests upon entry -- funky modern furnishings, polished dark-wood flooring, and walls adorned with movie icons and starlets. The reception area also doubles as a bar, where guests and locals are often milling around or taking drinks on the terrace overlooking the beach. The vibe leans towards party, especially as the evening draws on, though the hotel has a strict no stage/hen parties, which certainly appeals to the largely young LGBT set who frequent the hotel.
Location
Set overlooking Brighton Pier and its pebble beach in Kemptown
The Legends Hotel has a prime location on the seafront, overlooking the pebble beach and its famous pier. Set in the heart of Brighton's Kemptown, the hotel is within walking distance of all of the town's attractions, including The Lanes and the Brighton Dome. Brighton's main train station is a mile away, while the Marina Village is a mile-and-a-half along the seafront promenade.
Rooms
Room size and decor varies by budget; higher-end options come with sea views
The hotel's 38 rooms break down into several types, including the simple 'Crash Pad,' standard and superior options, and luxurious suites and loft rooms. Basic rooms include standard amenities such as flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi, while more upscale rooms have larger TVs and iPod docks -- many of these rooms also have sea views. Rooms are decorated in a range of styles, from largely traditional to more contemporary with modern art prints. Lower level rooms can suffer from noise from the bar, and some could use a refresh.
Features
Lively bar and subterranean nightclub with late-night DJ sessions
The hotel's main attraction is the Basement Club -- a subterranean nightclub with regular cabaret and DJ-led discos until late. The ground-floor bar also serves food throughout the day (mainly burgers and salads), which can be enjoyed on the front terrace with views of the sea. A full English or Continental breakfast is included, and Wi-Fi is super-fast, available throughout, and also free of charge.
