Quirky Brighton
Brighton is one of the most vibrant, lively and eclectic cities England has to offer. Once a quaint seaside town Brighton has become wildly popular thanks to its electric bohemian undercurrent, the majestic Royal Pavilion and the wacky, tacky Brighton Pier. Amongst so much fun and excitement, you’ll need a hostel that shares the same funky vibe as the city. You’ll need St. Christopher’s Brighton hostel. Located on the sea front opposite Palace Pier, you’ll find yourself in the thick of all the good-times you can handle.
Excellent location
Quite simply the only hostel worth staying at in Brighton, St. Christopher’s in situated right next door to the National Express coach station and a 5-10 minute walk from the central train station, we couldn’t be easier to find. We’ve got 82 beds located a mere skip away from the seafront, but even closer to our late night bar St Christopher's. Here at St Christopher's you’ll find the ever important Sangria – the greatest of all summer time drinks, as well as the best sports from around the world playing on the big screen night and day. That is, of course, until the weekend comes. Friday and Saturday out little sports pub transforms itself into the party spot on the seafront. Expect great bar promotions, the hottest DJ’s and the sexiest party people around.
New deluxe hostel rooms!
In the last couple of months our pier-side hostel has doubled in size and been re-branded. Future guests now have the option of staying in a standard hostel dorm room, or upgrading to stay at the fantastic new St Christopher’s Deluxe.
The Deluxe rooms are more in the nature of traditional hotel rooms; most rooms have televisions/ dvd players, are ensuite and best of all, there’s not a bunk bed in sight! You can take a double room, or a bed in a spacious and comfortable triple or quad room for the starting rate of just £25 per night. This makes the new St Christopher’s Deluxe far more affordable than traditional bed and breakfasts, allowing you to travel more comfortably on a hosteller’s budget.
Royal Pavillion
The Royal Pavilion was commissioned by George VI and the exotic, Indian inspired building is royal extravagance. Daring colours, gilded dragons and imitation bamboo staircases adorn the inner rooms and present an extravagantly apt tribute to one of English royal histories most provocative characters.
Shopping at the Lanes
There is no shortage of shopping opportunities in Brighton with the Lanes, a swirling mass of crossing streets overflowing with off-beat treasures, and the Artists Quarter, home to local studios selling individual one-off pieces from prints and paintings to wood carvings and wrought iron furniture. Still want more then head off to North Laine for a selection of independent shops where any fashionista would feel right at home. The city centre is enclosed in a shocking one square mile, but there’s so much to see and do you’ll want to extend your stay so you don’t miss a thing.
Getting nekkid!
And for something a little different, Brighton has not one, but two designated nudist areas, extra unusual in that most bathing suit optional beaches are located far from the urban areas where you’re likely to be staying. It’s always good to try something different.
