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19 Russell Square, Brighton BN1 2EE, England
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Russell Guest House
Ranked #80 of 103 Brighton B&B and Inns
3.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
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Gosport, England, United Kingdom
1 review
“Great weekend in Brighton!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011

Me and my partner Sam decided to head to brighton for the weekend and found the Russell Guest House at a great price for two nights which also included breakfast. It was 2 minutes from the beach and 2 minutes into town centre, was perfect. When we first arrived the outside didn't look as attractive or inviting as windows were not as clean so didn't have great hopes but that soon changed once inside. We stayed in room 6 at the top and it was a great size room with a double bed and en-suite. The bed was very comfy with clean sheets and covers and the en-suite had a good shower with soap, shampoo and conditioner in a dispenser, even though we brought our own. Clean white towels too and were changed every day if we wanted. There was a kettle with coffee and tea sachets with milk and sugar and we took use of that which was great. There was a tv with good reception but we didn't really use this as we were out most of the time but was nice to know it was there. There was plenty of storage if we wanted to unpack our clothes from the suitcase but we didn't. The only thing that was wrong with the room was the view as it faced the back of some houses but we were out most of the time so it really didn't bother us. Oh there was also a little bit of dust on some things but overall cleanliness was good. The breakfast we had to go to their sister hotel called the Adelaide House which was round the corner so didn't bother us. The breakfast room was in the basement and was lovely decorated and great service. We both had fried breakfast and was great for me but for my partner sam it wasn't as great. Overall we had a really good time and would def come back for another stay in the near future.

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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Vang Vieng, Laos
1 review
“FANTASTIC!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2011

Stayed here with a couple of friends for the easter weekend. Lovely weather, which was brilliant as the guesthouse is so close to the beach. We stayed in room 4 which has a double and single bed, the beds were really comfy and there was a good supply of tea and coffee and free kit kats in the room and a chocolate bunny for us, which was a very nice touch. Highly recommend staying here.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
1 review
“Terrible,grubby, depressing, overpriced, couldn't wait to leave!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2011

There was no reception area, just a shabby dark hallway. There was an awful musty smell as soon as we entered. Our room was dusty and shabby to say the least!!! The over bed lights were broken. There was an old portable TV. shoved high in the corner. The curtains were hanging off and the window sills were damp. The “en-suite” was dark and damp and there was barely any light in there. The toilet seat was hanging off. My son almost scolded his hand when he turned the tap; he thought it was the cold tap because the had cold tap colour on it! Awake a lot of the night due to revellers hanging around outside looking for parties. We had to walk round to the hotel round the corner for breakfast. Can’t believe they still have their British Tourism stars! Unbelievable!!

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“Lovely rooms, breakfast and staff - highly recommend staying here!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2011

Me and my friends went down to Brighton for a weekend away for my birthday. We had 2 rooms booked (rooms 6 and 7) which were a good size considering the rooms were for 3 people. The rooms are nicely decorated and very clean and there are some complimentary kit kats with the tea and coffee, which was a nice treat! Breakfast is in their sister hotel which is just round the corner, there is lots of cereal and fruit and you can order anything you like from the menu if you fancy a cooked breakfast (this was perfect to help get rid of the hangover from the night before!).
The location is perfect and the staff were really helpful in recommending some good places to eat - Casalingos round the corner was lovely and the guest house is literally right round the corner from the shopping centre and the bars and clubs. Would definitely recommend staying here if you are planning a trip to Brighton :-)

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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