The Lanes Travel Guide

Brighton

The Lanes which includes signage
The Lanes
The Lanes
The Lanes
The Lanes

One of Brighton’s most popular shopping areas is a set of old winding streets lined with everything from antique shops to quirky boutiques. 

The Lanes is a cluster of intersecting alleys that’s home to a bustling hub of shopping and dining. Look for jewellery, antiques, rare books and designer fashions while admiring the neighbourhood’s attractive Regency architecture.

The Lanes area was once the heart of a small fishing village. Its streets are lined with colourful 17th-century cottages. Notice how the homes are built quite close together, with matching overhanging roofs. This design was intended to help protect the buildings against storm damage. During the mid-19th century these properties were converted into shops.

Wander through the jumble of alleyways and narrow passages, which give a sense of Brighton’s original layout.

The Lanes is a wonderful place for antique collectors, with shops ranging from small independent outlets to larger antique malls that rent out stalls to vendors. The area is known for offering high-end collectibles and specialty pieces, so expect prices that attract serious buyers. Jewellery shops are also particularly prevalent in The Lanes, with antique jewellery vendors interspersed amid more modern boutiques.

Treat yourself to lunch in a trendy al fresco restaurant where you may be entertained by a musical performance. Buskers bolster the beguiling atmosphere created by the graceful arcades, brick-paved streets and flint stone walls.

Go over to the lively Brighton Square, which forms the heart of The Lanes. Check out the lovely bronze fountain depicting dolphins and children swimming together. Find a seat on a bench and enjoy the atmosphere, or relax on one of the many café terraces lining the square.

In the evening, go for a drink in The Cricketers, which claims to be Brighton’s oldest pub. It was established in 1547 and is known to have been a favourite watering hole of author Graham Greene. Jack the Ripper suspect Robert Stephenson is said to have stayed in the building before moving to Whitechapel in London.

Find The Lanes off North Street in Brighton’s old town. The area is within walking distance of the Brighton Royal Pavilion and the seashore.


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Top hotels in The Lanes

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

4 out of 5
31 Cannon Place, Brighton, England
The price is ₹9,930 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹9,930
₹11,916 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Brighton Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
"EVERYTHING IS GREAT ABOUT THIS HOTEL APPART FROM THE PILLOWS WERE SO HARD ALONG WITH THE MATTRESS"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

4 out of 5
Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England
The price is ₹10,611 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹10,611
₹12,734 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,435 reviews)
Great hotel
"Lovely room. Great air con. Clean and fresh. Friendly staff. Great location. Only downside (proper 1st world problem) that room services didn’t answer when calling at around 11, however due to location food was available very close by. Will defo stay again in the future"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
The Grand Brighton

The Grand Brighton

4 out of 5
97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England
The price is ₹8,957 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹8,957
₹10,748 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,539 reviews)
"Technical problems with the new computer system made the check in a bit difficult but we were let into the room. Unfortunately without the room key, we couldn’t use the air-con. It was a new room and there was a leak in the bathroom although this didn’t cause us any problems. We always stay at the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

The Grand Brighton
Leonardo Hotel Brighton

Leonardo Hotel Brighton

4 out of 5
101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England
The price is ₹8,236 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹8,236
₹9,884 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,315 reviews)
"Great hotel right next to the train station and walking distance into town."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Leonardo Hotel Brighton
ibis Brighton City Centre - Station

ibis Brighton City Centre - Station

3 out of 5
88 92 Queens Road, East Sussex, Brighton, England
The price is ₹8,192 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹8,192
₹9,831 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"I find my experience good enough, the place was clean and calm no people disturb me"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

4 out of 5
Kings Road, East Sussex, Brighton, England
The price is ₹9,351 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹9,351
₹11,221 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
Lovely stay in Brighton
"Lovely hotel, good location. Short walk from a nice area. Lovely beach views. Room small but perfect for what we needed."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
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Other neighbourhoods around The Lanes

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Seafront

4/5(154 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Seafront might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kings Road Arches and Brighton Pier.

Seafront
Brighton which includes heritage architecture

Brighton City Centre

4/5(966 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Brighton Lanes while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
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Montpelier

4/5(43 area reviews)

Get to know Montpelier by checking out its beaches, cafes and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Churchill Square Shopping Centre or Brighton i360 during your time in the area.

Montpelier
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Seven Dials

Visitors to Seven Dials like its restaurants and museums, and D-Day Aviation Museum is a sight worth a stop.

Seven Dials
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Kemptown

4.5/5(396 area reviews)

Kemptown is known for its breathtaking beach views, and with sights like Brighton Beach and SEA LIFE Brighton, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Brighton.

Kemptown

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