FJB, South Coast hotels

"We go to Brighton yearly for the Racing Festival and this was the first time we stopped at Queens Hotel. It was lovely. The staff were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble for them. The room when we went in was bigger than I expected, with everything in it. Very clean and a beautiful uninterrupted view of the sea. (We've lived for 70 years in the heart of England, only seeing the sea when we go away). Kettle, Iron & Board, lovely thick fluffy towels, nice pillows and a firm bed, finishing with blackout curtains. A big fan in the wardrobe along with a safe and hairdryer. The shower wasn't the most powerful, but was adequate. I did have problems getting out of the bath (after having a shower the first day,) as I'm not tall, but managed the other days, Breakfast was plentiful, choosing from a full English to Continental, although you did have to hunt around the shelves for different items. Also Oat Milk, which was brilliant. Two lifts going up to the rooms, one or two people with walking sticks and a couple of rollators who didn't seem to have problems. Slightly noisy, but as we have always stopped on the sea front, we take our ear plugs with us. Very close to the pier and within walking distance of the Lanes and Churchill Shopping Centre. Plenty of places to eat near, and a few 'interesting pubs'!! Next time we stop (as we will go back for the racing next year, we are going to have a Tower Room. Thanks to Dom for taking me around ❤️."

"Very nice clean and comfortable hotel. Well located for railway . Building works outside were a bit noisy . Breakfast was good . Staff all very nice "

"Very quiet at night good nights sleep a little noisy early morning with what seemed to sound like building work"

"Nice and clean hotel. Friendly staff. Nice big pool for kids. The pub and grill restaurant downstairs did really tasty veg and fish options. Was a good location about 50 mins drive to durdle door and lulworth cove really worth seeing. "

"Parking is separate from Hotel and quite expensive. Excellent breakfast and location. Great size room. "

"What I had expected "

"We had a fabulous stay at the Grand for our 40th wedding anniversary, the room was fabulous. Spotless, roomy, comfortable with a very large soaking tub in the bedroom. It also had a sea view and balcony (Pavilion room). The hotel arranged a bottle of champagne and card on arrival which was a lovely treat. We enjoyed breakfast in the conservatory with sea views and the food was delicious with a great choice. Our maitre,d was super attentive he was an Italian gentleman who’s name I can’t recollect. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful especially Laura who checked us in. The cocktails in the bar were very tasty. We will certainly be back. Thank you for a memorable stay."

"Liked the room size and bed staff were friendly and welcoming. Car parking was a bit confusing and on a very steep slope"

"Great location "