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Colson House

3.5 star property
This charming Kemptown guesthouse provides a peaceful haven amid Brighton's vibrant city life, with staff who make every visitor's experience memorable

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Colson House sits at the center of Kemptown, where guests enjoy garden surroundings and convenient amenities like WiFi and self-parking. Brighton Pier and Brighton Beach are just steps away, and previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff who enhance their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 236
AED 283 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room (Four Poster) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Double Room (Four Poster)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Double Room, Third Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Large Double Room, Third Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Double Room, Second Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Large Double Room, Second Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Small Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
17 Upper Rock Gardens, Brighton, England, BN2 1QE

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Brighton - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brighton Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Brighton Dome - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Brighton Station - 19 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bulldog - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Happy Family - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪My Coffee Story - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Meo Plants & Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Colson House

Guesthouse near Brighton Beach
Close to Brighton Centre, Colson House provides amenities like a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Colson House Guesthouse Brighton
Colson House Guesthouse
Colson House Brighton
Colson House Hotel Brighton
Colson House Brighton
Colson House Guesthouse
Colson House Guesthouse Brighton

Frequently asked questions

Is Colson House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colson House?

As of 4 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colson House on 5 January 2026 start from $77.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Colson House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Colson House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Colson House located?

Located in Kemptown, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Queens Park and Brighton Beach. Volk’s Electric Railway and SEA LIFE Brighton are also within 10 minutes. Brighton Station is 19 minutes by foot and Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) is 19 minutes.

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Reviews

Colson House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 218 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nastassja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay helpful and courteous staff. Very cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, great location, perfect for out trip to Brighton
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pratik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Massimiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, room clean, comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very pleasant stay even though it was very hot in Eton. The fan was most appreciated. We had a delicious breakfast. There were many choices on the menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property convenient for an overnight stay. Room comfortable and lovely clean bedding and towels. Space compact but adequate. The tea making facility and use of a fridge was appreciated. Overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent 1 night at Colson House. Room 7 (single en-suite - top floor) - it was clean / cosy / the mattress was so comfortable I slept like a baby / was very quiet. I really enjoyed my stay there and will definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Room disappointing but great location.

Colson House is ideally situated for exploring Brighton. Entry is by keypad code which worked well. The staff we met were friendly. The room, however was noisy - it overlooked a busy road and the windows were old allowing noise to penetrate. The bed was far too soft for me and I didn't get good night sleeps, but this is a personal preference. We were pleased to have purchased parking permits for the 3 days we were there. Parking is at a premium and the permit allows you to park anywhere in Zone C, not necessarily directly outside the guest house. We were lucky to find a space in a nearby road.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Disliked: Amenities
Our allocated room was occupied with another residents belongings strewn across the room. No one was available to see what on earth was happening, the common parts were dirty and we had to book another hotel . Completely hopeless
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing room and location, short stroll to everything, parked right outside of property. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything that we wanted in an overnight stay. Convenient for the town and the beach. Spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, bright airy rooms, spotlessly clean! We found the self check in really easy and communication with property seamless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and the room we had on the 3rd floor was very big, clean and quiet. From the guest house to the pier is walkable only about a 10mins walk and plenty of shops around to grab snacks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended.

Great value for money, good location. Room was clean, warm and very quiet. Only minor was the wifi but otherwise fantastic - I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay after night out

Well decorated, gorgeous 4 poster bed, we had everything we needed. Good location for walking to centre and cafes and pubs even closer, seafront also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a lovely place and very quiet lots of good food places around there 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a few times and have always found it to be clean and pleasant. Despite being an unmanned property I felt safe and always received check-in information timely. There was tea, coffee, hot chocolate which was refilled on the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely little place. Easy to access and close to the water. The only thing that was inconvenient was the parking. The suggested parking is a bit of a walk especially when you’re carrying luggage. I would recommend to drop the bags off first before parking or organise the parking permit. Other than that, it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay, the room was surprisingly comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good basic accommodation in an ideal location

Self check-in was easy with clear instructions. The room was good overall. Decent bed, though something underneath clunked every time I got up from it. Condition of the room is somewhat worn, clear signs of wear and tear. Bathroom and shower OK. The room had everything I needed - and some nice extras - for a basic 1-night stay. Great value for money in a fantastic location for Brighton, and the surrounding area was quiet at night. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to dislike, Convenient for my stay, clean and comfortable. Keyless entry to house and bedroom was useful, no prolonged checking in, but also no interaction with local staff or owners.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

A great room, very spacious and lovely decoration and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just nice should do breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good value and good location

Room not the biggest but ok for 2 nights. Good location for local pubs and restaurants. Value for money considering the area. Room clean enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the self check in and check out. Good room which was clean and everything went seamlessly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025