Montpelier

Brighton

Montpelier
Montpelier
Montpelier
Montpelier
Montpelier
Experience life away from Brighton’s major tourist center while wandering the architecturally impressive streets of this elegant neighborhood.

Although just a short walk from Brighton’s bustling city center and popular tourist attractions, the residential neighborhood of Montpelier has an air of laidback sophistication. Walk its tree-shaded streets, admire the grandiose homes and watch locals go about their daily activities. Montpelier started as farmland for sheep grazing before being developed into one of the city’s most up-market areas in the 1800s. It merges with Clifton Hill and the two are often classed as one neighborhood.

The neighborhood’s streets showcase some exquisite examples of Regency, Victorian and Italianate architecture. Stroll along Montpelier Crescent, a row of 38 houses designed by architect Amon Henry Wilds and notable for their Corinthian pilasters, decorative capitals and pediments. Powis Square is one of the city’s only inland enclosed squares with terraced houses characterized by curved bay windows. Villas and stucco-clad terraces are also common throughout the neighborhood.

Consider visiting some of the interesting churches in the neighborhood. The Gothic revival-style St. Michael’s Church has stained-glass windows designed by William Morris, who pioneered the Arts and Crafts movement. St. Nicholas' Church is a 900-year-old Norman monument. Don’t miss the view of St. Mary Magdalen Church and the English Channel from Victoria Street.

Western Road forms the commercial district of Montpelier and is home to amenities such as beauty parlors, fashion outlets, homeware stores and supermarkets. Find coffeehouses, fast-food joints, traditional British pubs and restaurants that serve international cuisine. Catch glimpses down to Brighton Beach via the side streets. St. Ann’s Well Gardens is a great place to spend some time on a sunny day and is popular among picnickers and birdwatchers.

Reach Montpelier by walking for about 10 minutes from Brighton’s city center. A pleasant way to get here is along the seafront promenade and then up through Regency Square. Public buses stop on the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares and Brighton train station is less than a mile (1.6 kilometers) away.


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Top hotels in Montpelier

Britannia Study Hotel
Britannia Study Hotel
3 out of 5
150 Western Road, Brighton, England
The price is €80 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€80
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Love the fact that the rooms are spacious and have a fridge"

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025

Britannia Study Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
4 out of 5
Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England
The price is €97 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€97
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,332 reviews)
"Best in Brighton We stay here twice a year and the manger not only gave us an upgrade but came to our room with drinks vouchers and some travel toiletries. The sea view at breakfast is fabulous and the location is literally the best possible in Brighton. Large comfy rooms, lovely bed; great bathroom. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 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 €92 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€92
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and 5 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Brighton Royal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (293 reviews)
"Great hostel and perfect self check in"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre
Leonardo Hotel Brighton
Leonardo Hotel Brighton
4 out of 5
101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England
The price is €76 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€76
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,215 reviews)
"Arranging parking has been challenging. The system wasn’t working properly."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Leonardo Hotel Brighton
The Grand Brighton
The Grand Brighton
4 out of 5
97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England
The price is €109 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
€109
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,571 reviews)
Brilliant stay, wonderful staff.
"Our first stat at the Grand and it was brilliant. I booked a junior suite and it was gorgeous. My daughter loved the novelty that she could relax in a bubble bath, in the bedroom, whilst watching a film, and looking out at sea. The best part was how nice the staff were. From the moment we arrived ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

The Grand Brighton
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
4 out of 5
Kings Road, East Sussex, Brighton, England
The price is €103 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€103
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"A clean and comfortable room with a beautiful sea view."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
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