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Motel Schmotel

3.0 star property
Brighton City Centre guesthouse

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Ground Floor by Entrance
Small Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Third Floor | Coffee and/or coffee maker
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Large Double Room with Balcony, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, First Floor | View from room
Large Double Room with Balcony, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, First Floor | Living area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Small Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Third Floor | Room amenity

Small Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Third Floor

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Lower Ground Floor | Television

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Lower Ground Floor

Highlights

Deck/patio
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Ground Floor by Entrance

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Ground Floor by Entrance

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Ground Floor by Entrance

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Located on the ground floor
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Large Double Room with Balcony, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, First Floor

Large Double Room with Balcony, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, First Floor

Large Double Room with Balcony, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, First Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Large Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Second Floor

Large Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Second Floor

Large Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Second Floor

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Front of property

West Beach Hotel Brighton

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (343)
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
West Beach Hotel Brighton
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About the area

Map
37 RUSSELL SQUARE, Brighton, England, BN1 2EF

What's nearby

  • Brighton Centre - 4 min walk
  • British Airways i360 - 6 min walk
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 11 min walk
  • Brighton Dome - 11 min walk
  • Brighton Pier - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 45 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 91 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 104 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 113 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 116 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 128 min drive
  • Brighton Station - 12 min walk
  • Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London Road Brighton Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boost Juice Bars UK - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Foodilic - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Motel Schmotel

Motel Schmotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Brighton Centre and American Express Community Stadium.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 6 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for GBP 10.00 per night (rates may vary)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Motel Schmotel Brighton
Motel Schmotel Guesthouse
Motel Schmotel Guesthouse Brighton

Frequently asked questions

Does Motel Schmotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motel Schmotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motel Schmotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Motel Schmotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Motel Schmotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel Schmotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Motel Schmotel?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Motel Schmotel and nearby?
Motel Schmotel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Motel Schmotel like?
Motel Schmotel is located near Brighton Beach in Brighton City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Brighton Centre and 6 minutes' walk from British Airways i360.

Motel Schmotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

The property was dirty it looked nothing like the photos, my wife could have cried when we walked in we upgraded to another room that was just as bad. Completely spoiled how much needed hoilday..disgusting place
Glen, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Picture look better than reality. Rooms are small, mattresses and pillows aren't great, bathrooms are tiny. Good price though and good location.
Sergey, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Alexander, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Do not believe the pictures. This used to be an amazing b&b but it's now just run down, damp rooms. Staff do not work on site, as they're at a different property down the road. The windows don't close, the heating doesn't work. The bedding isn't fit for a hotel. I’m sure the owners once had good intentions, but owning more than one property and the pandemic has made this place basically a hostel. They need a word with The Hotel Inspector!
Kirsty, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

If it was not for the nice host, most would of been terrible ratings. Our room was in poor condition, not as per advertised. Toilets were very small and I mean small. In fairness another room was offered, but facilities are poor. On the top floor, we had concerns about fire escape safety also. Noise reduction between walls is also limited.
Ivor James, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

More shabby than chic, I nevertheless soon became quite enamoured of my humble little room on the first floor. These prices were often a third of the travelodge. Is Schmotel three times worse than travelodge? No it’s a different thing. I was therefore pleased that there were no ghosts or Frankensteins and no poo on the wall or ceiling, and nobody with loud and evil intent anywhere in the seven blessed rooms.
GREGORY, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Alex, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

This property was nothing at all like advertised. It was dirty, tiny and stank of smoke. There was no breakfast option, my room was tiny with very poor and outdated facilities. I would not stay here again, despite the low price and convenient location.
Lisa, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owner Chi was very friendly, and the room is nice for a stay near the beech in wonderful Brighton.
Alan, 3-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very good

Basic but great overall! I recommend.
My room at Motel Schmotel was great. The room was small and basic but had all amenities I needed. My lamp stopped working but I’m sure if I had reported it, it would’ve been replaced. Qi An was a lovely host and carried my bag up to the fourth floor for me. Good price and close to the city centre - great for solo travellers and business trips like mine.
Ellie, 2-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

The property was fine apart from a drunk in the room next door shouting and smashing things , was very un nerving , and no visible staff to complain too .
TRACY, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The property is close to town which is great and the staff responded quickly to any questions or needs. However, the place wasn’t properly cleaned and I have several bite marks around my body from bed bugs for this reason I wouldn’t recommend this place
Ian, 10-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Sharron, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Older dated room
Hotel is basic. No reception or so. Basic cleaning on the day. Room was old and a bit dated. However, clean. Toilet didn't flush properly. It did the job to sleep there, but, not more than that. so, if you are okay with a very basic, dated but clean room, it will do.
8-night trip
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2/10 Poor

praful, 9-night trip
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6/10 Good

Could be better, could be worse
It's quiet, but you're prone to end up with a room full of flies if you leave the window open too long. Nice location, though.
Toby, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

David, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location, nice staff/hotel manager.
Toby, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Angus, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Heating was maxed out making the room stuffy, shower was too small to use comfortably
Daniel, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Muhammet, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

If you’re a smoker then perhaps this would be ok for you. It smelt so strongly of smoke that I didn’t want to be there at all. Mould in the bathroom too. Sheets were clean, toilet and shower were also clean, but the mould made me just want to get out of there. Booked two nights, only stayed for one.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

strategic location and nice staff
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8/10 Very good

The room was very pleasant. Clean, tidy and quite spacious. There was a squeaky door downstairs, which someone kept opening and shutting throughout the night making it quite impossible to sleep. There did seem to be a lot of noisy activity in the hotel? I would go back though.
Deborah, 1-night trip
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