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The Empress Suite at The Grand Brighton

The Grand Brighton · Cyan, The Grand Brighton, 97-99 King's Road, Brighton, BN1 2FW · Show map
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205 bedroomson site
Up to 900standing
Up to 750seated
Rail - 1 mile awaynearest station

About this space

AV infrastructure with in-house AV company
Sea views from UK's largest sea-facing conference suite
Flexible partitioning into 4 separate areas
Dedicated banqueting kitchen
Private entrance and foyer
Street loading access
Fixed lighting schemes
Crush hall for networking
Ideal for all number of events from exhibitions & seminars, to large scale dinners or spectacular themed functions. The space can be partitioned into 4 separate meeting areas suitable for multiple events as part of the same conference. Clients can enjoy a private entrance, & foyer, dedicated banqueting kitchen & bathrooms, crush hall and street loading The suite is well equipped with excellent lighting schemes and AV infrastructure which can be facilitated by our in house AV company.
Brighton

Features

Wifi
AV Infrastructure
Crush Hall
Dedicated Banqueting Kitchen
Fixed Lighting Scheme
Flexible Partitioning Available
Private Entrance
Sea Views
Street Loading

Food & Drink

External Catering Allowed
External Alcohol Allowed
Corkage Charge
Kitchenette
Catering Equipment Provided
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering

Space

Parking Spaces
Disabled Access
Storage Space
588m² (6,329ft²)
Ceiling Height 5m (16ft)

Licenses

Licensed Until 1am
Wedding License

Capacities

400 Cabaret
450 Classroom
600 Dinner Dance
800 Reception
900 Standing
750 Theatre
500 Wedding

Guide prices

Indicative pricing based on standard rates. Request an instant quote for your exact brief.

Venue Hire Hourly
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Venue Fee
Venue Hire Hourly
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Venue Fee
Venue Hire Hourly
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Venue Fee
Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£75 / Venue Fee

About this venue

The Grand Brighton is a Victorian hotel with seafront rooms and five versatile event spaces, including the Empress Suite, the UK's largest sea-facing conference suite for up to 900 guests. It offers intimate rooms for executive meetings, modern AV technology, bespoke dining, and a dedicated events team. Located on Brighton's seafront, it caters to various events, from intimate gatherings to large conferences, and has Gold AIM accreditation, making it a unique city centre venue.

Accommodation at The Grand Brighton

The Grand Brighton
4-star hotel 205 bedrooms On-site

Rooms are in the same building as the event spaces, so delegates can stay where they meet.

Room type Per night
  • Classic Double 30 rooms · Up to 2 guests

    Elegant inland-facing double room designed for two guests, offering a tranquil retreat with modern amenities and views of the hotel's interior courtyard. Includes tea/coffee making facilities, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, private bathroom.

    Room
    Classic Double
    Rooms of this type
    30
    Guests
    Up to 2
    Per night
    £100 to £290 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £80 to £470 per night · Estimate

    November: £100 to £290 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Superior King 35 rooms · Up to 2 guests

    Larger inland-facing room with king bed, perfect for two adults. Recently refurbished with high-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linen, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Superior King
    Rooms of this type
    35
    Guests
    Up to 2
    Per night
    £115 to £400 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £95 to £670 per night · Estimate

    November: £115 to £400 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Superior King Family 25 rooms · Up to 4 guests

    Spacious family room with king bed and additional sleeping accommodation, designed for two adults and one or more children. Recently refurbished with high-quality furnishings, private bathroom with bath or shower, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Superior King Family
    Rooms of this type
    25
    Guests
    Up to 4
    Per night
    £135 to £625 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £110 to £1,015 per night · Estimate

    November: £135 to £625 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Superior King Sea View 40 rooms · Up to 2 guests

    Newly refurbished sea-view room with king bed, offering stunning views of Brighton's seafront. High-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linens, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Superior King Sea View
    Rooms of this type
    40
    Guests
    Up to 2
    Per night
    £115 to £400 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £95 to £670 per night · Estimate

    November: £115 to £400 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Executive King Sea View with Shared Balcony 30 rooms · Up to 2 guests

    Elevated luxury sea-view room with king bed and shared balcony overlooking the Brighton seafront. Newly refurbished with high-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linen, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Executive King Sea View with Shared Balcony
    Rooms of this type
    30
    Guests
    Up to 2
    Per night
    £160 to £470 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £130 to £780 per night · Estimate

    November: £160 to £470 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Junior Suite Sea View with Balcony 20 rooms · Up to 3 guests

    Spacious suite offering elevated stay with extra space and private balcony with spectacular views of Brighton's iconic seafront. High-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linens, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Junior Suite Sea View with Balcony
    Rooms of this type
    20
    Guests
    Up to 3
    Per night
    £190 to £1,105 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £150 to £1,785 per night · Estimate

    November: £190 to £1,105 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Junior Suite Family Sea View with Balcony 15 rooms · Up to 3 guests

    Spacious family suite designed to accommodate two adults and one child with sea-facing balcony offering breathtaking views of Brighton's iconic seafront. High-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linens, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Junior Suite Family Sea View with Balcony
    Rooms of this type
    15
    Guests
    Up to 3
    Per night
    £135 to £625 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £110 to £1,015 per night · Estimate

    November: £135 to £625 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

  • Grand Suite 10 rooms · Up to 3 guests

    Exclusive luxury suite - the largest accommodations available at The Grand Brighton. Spanning two floors with breathtaking sea views, high-quality furnishings, Egyptian cotton bed linens, bathrobes, private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee facilities, and air conditioning.

    Room
    Grand Suite
    Rooms of this type
    10
    Guests
    Up to 3
    Per night
    £190 to £1,105 per night in November

    Range through the year

    £150 to £1,785 per night · Estimate

    November: £190 to £1,105 per night

    A guide from typical rates, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

Facilities

  • Group rates available
  • Room blocks available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant on site
  • Bar on site
  • Early check-in
  • Late check-out
  • Parking (paid)
  • Meeting rooms on site

£100 to £290 per night in November

An estimate for this month, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.

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Great for a...

Corporate Event
Sea-facing conference suite capacity Corporate Event
  • • AV infrastructure with in-house support ensures seamless presentations
  • • Flexible partitioning creates multiple breakout spaces for conferences
  • • Private entrance provides exclusive access for corporate functions
Gala Dinner
Seafront dining with capacity Gala Dinner
  • • Sea views create memorable dining atmosphere
  • • Dedicated banqueting kitchen delivers exceptional catering service
  • • Fixed lighting schemes enhance elegant evening events
Product Launch
Street loading exhibition space Product Launch
  • • Street loading enables easy equipment and display setup
  • • Crush hall provides networking space for product demonstrations
  • • 900-guest capacity accommodates large-scale launch events

Location

Map showing The Grand Brighton
The Grand Brighton CyanThe Grand Brighton97-99 King's RoadBrighton BN1 2FWBrighton
Rail - 1 mile away
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Frequently asked questions

What are the finish times for events in the Dining space?
Events in the Dining space and similar event spaces at The Grand Brighton have a finish time of 23:30pm. This applies to all event types including parties, corporate events, and celebrations.
Can I book the Dining space for events starting after midnight?
No, events cannot start after midnight. The venue operates with a 23:30pm finish time for all events, making late-night or early morning celebrations not possible at this venue.
What is the minimum budget requirement for booking the Dining space?
The venue has budget requirements that may not accommodate very low-budget events. For example, a £200 total budget for a 30-person birthday party was declined as not meeting their pricing structure.
How far in advance should I book the Dining space?
Availability can be limited, with the venue frequently unable to offer suitable event spaces for requested dates. It's recommended to book well in advance and have flexible dates to increase your chances of securing the space.
What alternative venues does The Grand Brighton offer if the Dining space is unavailable?
If the Dining space is unavailable, The Grand Brighton can check availability at their sister hotels: Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront and Leonardo Hotel Brighton. These are alternative Brighton properties within the same hotel group.
Can I bring external contractors for decorating and entertainment?
Based on inquiries about Casino Night and Murder Mystery themes with external decorating companies, the venue appears to accommodate external contractors. However, specific approval processes and restrictions are not detailed in available information.
What catering options are available for dietary requirements?
The venue can accommodate various dietary requirements including severe nut and shellfish allergies, coeliac disease, and vegetarian options. They have experience handling events with multiple dietary restrictions for large groups.
What AV equipment and technical facilities are included with the Dining space?
The venue has in-house AV company services and excellent AV infrastructure. Specific equipment like projectors, microphones, and screens can be provided, though exact specifications and costs are not detailed in available information.
Can I have a bar service within the Dining space itself?
Bar service within the actual event room appears to be possible based on client inquiries about having 'the bar in the actual room.' The venue can provide open bar services with house spirits and non-alcoholic options.
What is the capacity range for the Dining space?
Based on event inquiries handled, the Dining space can accommodate various group sizes from intimate gatherings of 30 people up to larger events of 100+ guests, though specific maximum capacity limits are not specified in available information.
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