Romance is in the sea air

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Conveniently located next to the shops at Laines and restaurants at Preston Street, this boutique hotel offers a comfortable stay at reasonable rates. Start your day with a breakfast served in your room. Take a walk along the beach. Recharge yourself by eating at the in-house restaurant Maison, which serves up international cuisine. Relax at the pool and the garden. End your day in your room with wi-fi access, so that you can browse the net and check your email.

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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.

Our Local Expert Says:

Dumb Waiter is a hip restaurant where you can get a good English breakfast on the North Laines. The portions are large and the prices are comparitively very good for the area. There are many vegetarian choices as well and the falafel plate is highly recommended.

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If you want to grab some breakfast with Brighton locals, then this might be the place for you. It looks like it was designed by a new age hippie straight out of art college, and in fact it probably was. Staff and customers are friendly and relaxed. Full breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, pies and all manner of filling fodder will have you pushing your plate away in satisfied surrender. There is equal choice and value for vegetarians too. If you're not hungry, then grab a tea, creamy hot chocolate or generous "mugachino" and take a seat out on the pavement and let Brighton bustle by.

Our Local Expert Says:

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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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.

Our Local Expert Says:

Koba is a cocktail bar at heart that also serves snacks. The drink menu is extensive and the décor is lush. You'll enjoy your bruschetta, a lot!

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Although Koba is equipped with five spacious bars, you'll be lucky if you can find a vacant spot. The resident music club boasts of an endless loyal clientele and they are the culprits when it comes to full houses. And of course, the eclectic range of cocktails and a cozy dining area with a fireplace add to Koba's charm. In addition to its cool ambience, the crowd puller is the impressive repertoire of DJ's and jazz bands every evening. The club can also be reserved for corporate events and family gatherings.

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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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The inside of the floating Brighton Pagoda is rather old and traditional, but gives a warm and cosy ambience. The best thing about this restaurant is the view over the sea. The Pagoda has a bright upper deck and a more subdued lower deck, for evening dining. With seating for over 100 - it could be the ideal venue for parties. The menu is quite extensive and should feature something for every taste. The shredded duck spring roll starter was delicious at just over £3 and for mains no dish tops £6.50. The fillet of beef was good, if a little dry, but vegetarians are also amply catered for.

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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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Conveniently located next to the shops at Laines and restaurants at Preston Street, this boutique hotel offers a comfortable stay at reasonable rates. Start your day with a breakfast served in your room. Take a walk along the beach. Recharge yourself by eating at the in-house restaurant Maison, which serves up international cuisine. Relax at the pool and the garden. End your day in your room with wi-fi access, so that you can browse the net and check your email.

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This manor house evokes the "Upstairs, Downstairs" atmosphere of an Edwardian gentry home. There are more than 20 rooms over four floors, all superbly renovated, from the servants' quarters, kitchens and butler's pantry to attic bedrooms and nursery. Notable collections of silver, furniture, portraits and other memorabilia give a rare insight into the conventions of Edwardian upper-class life. Also features walled garden, pet cemetery and 13th century parish church.

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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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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.

Our Local Expert Says:

Food For Friends is for food for friends who eat meat and friends who don't, a rare feat. This stylish vegetarian restaurant will show even the most carnivorus person, that food can be meat-free and still exceptionally good. Don't forget to book as this multi-cultural vegetarian choice is very popular.

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This locals' favourite restaurant has an airy feel from the many tall windows and bright, green walls. Parents can rest assured that children are most welcome in this warm and friendly find. They have an excellent self-service selection of pick 'n' mix salads, bakes, pasta and rice dishes, and a collection of roasted/stuffed/fried vegetables of all kinds. The food here is exclusively vegetarian and vegan, and if you have diabetes, an allergy, or are on a gluten-free diet, then there's something on the menu for you. There is a healthy selection of organic wines, beers, ciders and soft drinks.

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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.