The Lanes

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 jewelry, antiques, rare books and designer fashions while admiring the neighborhood’s attractive Regency architecture.

The Lanes area was once the heart of a small fishing village. Its streets are lined with colorful 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. Jewelry shops are also particularly prevalent in The Lanes, with antique jewelry 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 favorite 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

The Grand Brighton

The Grand Brighton

4 out of 5
97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England
The price is P6,253 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,253
P7,503 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,548 reviews)
"The spa is great!"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

The Grand Brighton
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

4 out of 5
Kings Road Brighton, Brighton, England
The price is P6,354 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,354
P7,625 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,450 reviews)
"My family and I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and supportive. We enjoyed using the sauna and the indoor pool. It was cleaned and smelt wonderful. For breakfast, there was a wide range of options to choose from. The location is ideal close to restaurants the Sea life ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront
Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre

4 out of 5
31 Cannon Place, Brighton, England
The price is P6,100 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P6,100
P7,320 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Brighton Pier ...
9/10 Wonderful! (545 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Maldron Hotel Brighton City Centre
Leonardo Hotel Brighton

Leonardo Hotel Brighton

4 out of 5
101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England
The price is P5,561 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,561
P6,673 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,318 reviews)
"Had a good stay, will definitely recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,347 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P5,347
P6,417 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Brighton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Beds comfy, air con working, clean room, tea making facilities, friendly staff, luggage left at no cost outside of check in time, breakfast had a nice selection of cold and hot foods and good coffee, able to fill up water bottles for out and about. The only downside was the shower water pressure ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 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 P6,346 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P6,346
P7,615 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing thank you so much! They went above and beyond for me. Xx"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
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