Lichfield House  

Self Service concept is hassle Free n easy. Real good value for money

Just a small hitch. Water heater for coffee wasnt clean.

It was very conveniently located for a wedding reception myself and my partner were going to and also very close to the seafront and shops and pubs on Western Road. Great location.

Our only disappointment was the size of the room, it was very cramped, to say the least (you couldn't swing a cat!)

Had a nice comfy bed. Nice for the hotel to supply hot drinks included in the price.

Shamefully I did not have the best experience. We got to the hotel and it was freezing. So we called up the number, the guy on the phone sounded really not bothered and quite annoyed that he had to do something about it. He asked me several times if the room is really cold, I said that I'm standing here in my coat! We went out and came back to find a electric radiator had been dropped off (but not plugged in). Upon this, the next morning the fire alarm went off about 8am Sunday morning. We all had to stand outside for 10minutes, whilst the owner did not turn up and he didn't sound at all fussed about the situation. Overall not the best stay. Was a shame as it could have been.

Excellent location in Hove, close to central Brighton. Restaurants and pubs nearby. For the price the room was perfectly comfortable, warm and had good facilities. It was a little small but fine for just one night.

The room was spotless and very comfortable. . a very good value hotel and I would definitely stay there again

Damp in the en-suite shower room which smelled a bit musty.

The location was good. Short walk to the seafront and shops.

The walls were quite thin, you could hear the people next door talking. Was also quite noisy with doors banging etc at night.

Convenience it was not too far away from centre

Bathroom a bit small. I am 5'10" and have hip replacements so was a bit cramped.

Cleaning lady - who was the only member of staff onsite daily - was friendly and helpful

During our staff there was a serious problem with the with the plumbing which caused an unbearable noise day and night. Web site was misleading - there is no breakfast and no WiFi

I didn't like anything about my stay at Lichfield house.

I would strongly advise against stay at this hotel (actually guesthouse as there is no reception or human face to it). I don't understand how it earned its four stars. My room, although heavily discounted, was valued at £100 per night (a double). However it was barely bigger than the bed (which was broken - a snapped slat underneath left a depression in the bed) and had originally formed part of the front room of the hotel. The room was filthy - a thick layer of grime on all surfaces. The decor was also very disappointing - dated and ugly. Booking.com advertises an inclusive continental breakfast of "warm croissants, fresh fruit and fresh juices are available each morning, alongside traditional cooked breakfasts." (Accessed on 31st August 2011 on booking, and currently on 5th September 2011 at time of review writing). Breakfast was also advertised in the hotel's guest guidebook. Upon investigation in the morning we quickly ascertained there was no breakfast - I called the reception and was told bluntly and rudely that I was wrong, that breakfast was never advertised and "was not included in the rates". I found out that not only was breakfast "not included", but it also did not exist - as the breakfast room (next door to our room) was evidently being renovated into another bedroom (we spotted a toilet being fitted into the room - another micro-en suite). Due to these renovations the hotel was effectively a noisy and dirty building site. There were also major issues with a boiler throughout the night, resulting in a loud repetitive thump at (very) regular intervals. If we had not been exhausted after a day of travelling we would have taken our business elsewhere. I was very upset by the obvious con this establishment is: filthy, noisy, deceptive, and without the smallest notion of customer service. I have stayed in cleaner and more pleasant youth hostels.

Coffe, hot chocolate and tea bags.

Reseption ring at the front door instead of real reception clerk and narrow stairs/corridor.

Enjoyed our stay at Lichfield. Great location near to beach & entertainment. Our room was lovely, clean and cosy. Would definately stay again.

Adequate room comfy bed good shower,shame there were no breakfast facilities but the young Polish lady was very helpful

Chocolates on bed hen we entered, very cute

Nothing really? I was happy, the shower didn't get very hot which bothered me a little, and the water pressure.