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The New Steine experience awards you modern comforts in a small hotel at a fair price. You'll love the attentive staff and gorgeous furnishings. The central location also makes New Steine exceedingly popular.

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The owners of this hotel hope to make your stay an enjoyable one by providing a friendly and helpful service. Not only do they speak French and Spanish but they offer a laundry service and can make reservations for their guests at local theatres and attractions. There is a lounge in which to relax and play board games. The hotel is situated in a pleasant garden square in the Kemp Town district of Brighton. This area has an ambience all of its own. There are lots of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as several interesting shops. The seafront is only minutes away.

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Kemptown is a grittier area of the city but it's so alternative and gay friendly, you'll love it. Kemptown is quite a hip place and there are many great restaurants to choose from. Make sure to head toward Upper St. James Street past all the antiques shops to where it looks like it ends, and you'll find Kemptown Village, a hidden hotspot.

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The Doughnut is right near the pinnacle of all Brighton attractions, the Pier. The Pier is the centre of everything. You have the arcades and the candy floss, the rides and the terrible foods that are terribly naughty to eat. The statue itself is a marmite sort of deal, either you like it or you don't. It's kind of a weird looking thing.

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Situated right on the seafront, only a stones throw away from the sea, El Taco-Way offers Mexican food in a lovely open-air setting. Crowded during the sunny summer season, this is the place to eat spicy and hot. Reasonably inexpensive, most dishes are priced from £4.95-£6.95. Choose from a selection of delights such as nachos, burritos tacos, quesidillas, salads and side dishes. A range of beverages such as beer, wine, coffee, tea and soft drinks can be purchased to accompany your meal. it is open only in summers.

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The North Laine is generally thought of as the focal point of Brighton. This what they call "The Main Drag". The North Laine is mostly comprised of boutique shops and small cafes. Sometimes walking on the North Laine, you'll spot a stray musician or a bubble blower, adding to the overall effect. One of the main clubs Komedia in Brighton is also notably on the North Laine.

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The Lanes house some of the best shops and restaurants in the city. A lot of the more upscale brands can be found here, like MAC cosmetics and Karen Millen. Dukes Lane is particularly visually attractive and you'll love having a cuppa tea by the fountain. Honestly, for many the highlight of the city.

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Located in the heart of North Laine, this place is a mecca for Brighton's younger (at heart) crowd. A pleasant pub during the day, it gets lively on Friday and Saturday nights. The Mash Tun has two floors - downstairs is the main social area, adorned with totem poles and vaguely Mexican and Native American art; upstairs is the smaller "chill-out room" with brightly coloured, slightly insane modern art on the walls, large, comfy sofas and easy chairs. They do a variety of cocktails and have the usual lagers and bitters as well as Hoegaarden, a pricey but gorgeous Belgian beer. Pub food is available every day until 8pm.

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Spend part of an afternoon whiling away the hours in Brighton Marina. The idyllic Mermaid Walk has many fine restaurants and free entertainment is common in the summer. Whether you are looking to dine under the sun or spend time at the movies or in the casino, you'll find what you are looking for at Brighton Marina.

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You’ll love the dragon themed room, particularly.

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Built on a prince's whim in the 1700's, the Royal Pavilion is Brighton's most famous landmark and a UK tourist treasure. You'll have to pay to see inside but the charge will be soon forgotten when you see Salvatore Dali's lip shaped sofa inside. The rooms inside have a particular theme.

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Placed right next to Churchill Square shopping centre, this one-time small traditional pub has been transformed into a trendy modern bar. Minimalist modern décor prevails. Light coffee coloured walls and funky mirrors near the fireplace create space. Try a good selection of shooters and spirits. Bottles of Wild Brew (vodka, cranberry and caffeine drink) certainly wakes up tired eyes. A popular pre club bar, nights can be busy, although there's seating outside in summer.

Our Local Expert Says:

The New Steine experience awards you modern comforts in a small hotel at a fair price. You'll love the attentive staff and gorgeous furnishings. The central location also makes New Steine exceedingly popular.

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The owners of this hotel hope to make your stay an enjoyable one by providing a friendly and helpful service. Not only do they speak French and Spanish but they offer a laundry service and can make reservations for their guests at local theatres and attractions. There is a lounge in which to relax and play board games. The hotel is situated in a pleasant garden square in the Kemp Town district of Brighton. This area has an ambience all of its own. There are lots of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as several interesting shops. The seafront is only minutes away.

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More than 40 fascinating displays, from shrimps to sharks, octopus to eels, housed in a magnificent Victorian aquarium. It also boasts England's longest walkthrough underwater observation tunnel. Youngsters can enjoy close encounters with various species in the touchpools, while all the family can sit at the edge of a diving hatch to hear the story of Captain Nemo and the Nautilus. Full programme of feeding demonstrations and a captivating collection of seahorses, one of the ocean's most fragile and endangered species.

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The Brighton Museum and Art Gallery is part of the Pavilion. It showcases 9 different types of art including costumes and local paintings. If you are traveling with a disabled person, you will not have a problem visiting this gallery.

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One of the finest early Gothic Revival churches in the UK, built between 1824-1828 by Sir Charles Barry, who later designed the Houses of Parliament. Barry designed an ambitious tower to provide a termination to the north end of the Old Steine. The lower part of the tower has a buttressed screen with flying buttresses at the four corners, allowing for three high entrances. The interior is less impressive, but St Peter's nevertheless became the parish church of Brighton in 1873.

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Browns is a upscale restaurant that serves fantastic burgers and elegant drinks. This is an elegant place to come for a drink and a bite to eat. The clientel in Browns are mainly urban professionals so somewhat sophisticated dress is recommended.

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Browns has been a favourite local restaurant for well over ten years - its eclectic well-presented food and relaxed atmosphere continues to pull in the crowds. The decor at Browns creates a fresh and exclusive feel. Light wooden floors and pale walls are separated by a generous interjection of palm trees that takes its diners back to the colonial era. One thing about Browns is that you can always rely on the menu to include some good staple pasta, salad and meat-dishes. Prices for main courses tend to hover around the £10 level, but servings are generous, often making a starter superfluous. Service is attentive and friendly, although some of the waiters can get a little stressed during the busy periods.

Our Local Expert Says:

The New Steine experience awards you modern comforts in a small hotel at a fair price. You'll love the attentive staff and gorgeous furnishings. The central location also makes New Steine exceedingly popular.

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The owners of this hotel hope to make your stay an enjoyable one by providing a friendly and helpful service. Not only do they speak French and Spanish but they offer a laundry service and can make reservations for their guests at local theatres and attractions. There is a lounge in which to relax and play board games. The hotel is situated in a pleasant garden square in the Kemp Town district of Brighton. This area has an ambience all of its own. There are lots of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as several interesting shops. The seafront is only minutes away.

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Terraces bar, grill & dining room is a joint overlooking Brighton's seafront and offering its customers a wide range of food and drinks. On the deck is the bar where you can sit back, relax and take in scenic views while sipping on beers, wines, cocktails and fresh juices. Upstairs is the café with huge glass windows through which you get a 360-degree panorama of the sea. Enjoy various kinds of coffees while surfing the net. Food is not far away-they serve a Mediterranean grill menu on both deck levels. Salads, soups and sandwiches and the daily special are on offer. You can even host your private events on the spacious lower level facing the waves. So, swing by for a time of your life!

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The Honey Club is one of the nation's best clubs. Many top DJS have spun here and it is a club that should be on every serious clubber's list. Come to the Honey Club for serious tunes!

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The Honeyclub is set right on Brighton beach in front of the Thistle Hotel and between the picturesque artists' and fisherman's quarters. By Day its a beachfront cafe-bar with two very large terraces which are perfect for relaxing while the helpful staff cater to your culinary needs. The food is excellent and prepared fresh to order so don't expect fast food. In the evening its a pre-club bar right up until midnight serving cool drinks at inexpensive prices. At night its a fashionable nightclub attracting a friendly mixed crowd with some of the very best DJs in the world. It was listed in DJ Magazine as number 14 in the World's top 100 nightclubs! DJs who have recently played include: Paul Van Dyk, Paul Oakenfold, Roger Sanchez, Felix Da Housecat, Eric Morillo, Sebastian Ingrosso, Judge Jules, Eddie Halliwell to name but a few. With seven bars in five rooms and two of the largest beachfront terraces in Brighton, the Honeyclub is a great place to meet, eat, drink and dance.

Our Local Expert Says:

The New Steine experience awards you modern comforts in a small hotel at a fair price. You'll love the attentive staff and gorgeous furnishings. The central location also makes New Steine exceedingly popular.

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The owners of this hotel hope to make your stay an enjoyable one by providing a friendly and helpful service. Not only do they speak French and Spanish but they offer a laundry service and can make reservations for their guests at local theatres and attractions. There is a lounge in which to relax and play board games. The hotel is situated in a pleasant garden square in the Kemp Town district of Brighton. This area has an ambience all of its own. There are lots of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as several interesting shops. The seafront is only minutes away.

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Located just down the road from Brighton train station, Tamarind Tree Cafe is Brighton's only Caribbean restaurant. It is quite a small place, but the layout and lighting makes it feel spacious and comfortable. Background music tends to be tuneful roots reggae, at just the right level. Cuisine is authentic Caribbean and Jamaican using the finest traditional ingredients. Their vegetarian and vegan dishes - Jamaican fruits and veg along with beautiful sauces - are all quite special. A selection of good fruit and vegetable juices as well as tea and coffee is available. If you bring your own wine (they don't serve alcohol) there is a corkage charge.

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Preston Park is an enormous park in Brighton. The annual Gay Pride Summer Festival is held here every year in August. Make sure to also stop at Preston Manor, a nearby cottage. Preston Park has won a green flag award, which basically means it is a good park with cultural significance.

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Although situated on busy Trafalgar Street, this pub could easily remain un-noticed. Established as early as 1790, it's a friendly watering hole for many. Drinkers are usually from late twenties onwards. The crowd can differ greatly, from office workers to real alers and virtually anyone requiring refreshment in a cosy setting. Harveys beers (including mild and pale ale), Addlestons strong cider, Grolsch, Tennants lager and Guinness may be purchased plus wines and spirits. Food is served every lunchtime apart from Sundays. A tempting menu with a range of dishes includes chicken and pepper kebabs with salad fries and chilli dipping sauce or nachos (salsa, guacomole, sour cream and melted cheese).

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Pizza Express is more than a restaurant. It's a national institution! The Brighton branch has exceptionally good ambiance and pictures of local residents adorn the walls. This is an excellent Pizza Express.

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A firm favourite across the whole country, Pizza Express always satisfies and rarely disappoints. If the comfort of a nationwide chain, but with plenty of individuality is for you, look no further. The decor is sleek and chic, with clean modern lines throughout. Despite dark flooring; the strategic lighting and bright touches gives the interior a warm, but elegant feel. In some branches (Hove), the pizzas are prepared and cooked in an open plan kitchen so you can see what is going on. As far as clientele goes, it attracts just about everyone but seems particularly popular with the younger generation. My personal favourite is the American Hot, fabulous succulent pepperoni, with a beautifully crisp base. Add a drizzle of their spicy oils and hey presto! Of course, the selection of Italian and French wines will help to put out the heat. The branch at Church Road, Hove, has jazz music sessions at 7:30p every Tuesday.

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Extreme sports are practiced in the Chalkland of the South Downs like paragliding. The hills and valleys of the South Downs seem to lend themselves to this type of activity. The South Downs are enormous stretching for miles and encompassing Seven Sisters National Park, Devils Dyke and Beachy Head. You can walk, bike or cycle through portions of the South Downs.