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Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront, hotel in Brighton & Hove

Overlooking the seafront, Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront Waterfront benefits from its own entrance at the front of the hotel in the right corner and is just 1312 feet from the Brighton Pier...

Location, along with the ample tea and coffee selection provided.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
6,759 reviews
Price from$117per night
Kings Hotel, hotel in Brighton & Hove

Located in central Brighton and with views of the seafront, this magnificent Grade II Listed building overlooks the West Pier and offers free Wi-Fi.

From the front desk to the bartender to the waitresses in waiters they were excellent very well versed knew what to do knew how to talk very kind and very courteous
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
5,735 reviews
Price from$123.23per night
The Old Ship Hotel, hotel in Brighton & Hove

This striking Georgian property is on the seafront, overlooking Brighton beach. The property is just a 5-minute walk from Brighton Pier, shops, lively bars and popular restaurants.

They have on website breakfast in bed none, the pic with the beach isn't their property so not on the beach the tunnell and dinning in wine cavern not open, kept being woken by delivery's by hotels around 4am 5am 6am 7am every hour, if you ask for sea view I was staying 3 nights and was asked to pay a further 120 if I wanted sea view declined so works out 40 pound a night if you want sea view, place is very damp and hotel toilets are in the seller women's and men's in different sellers they didn't mention the gym which is very small.
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
6,076 reviews
Price from$125.90per night
Britannia Study Hotel, hotel in Brighton & Hove

With a city center location on Brighton’s Western Road, the adult-only Britannia Study Hotel offers contemporary rooms with attached bathroom with free WiFi, and is located within minutes of numerous...

Clean comfortable bedroom and lovely breakfast Staff very helpful as usual Great location Will definitely be back again
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
4,748 reviews
Price from$113.31per night
New Steine Hotel - B&B, hotel in Brighton & Hove

Located in central Brighton, the refurbished New Steine Hotel - B&B is set in a 5-story Georgian townhouse and offers contemporary accommodations with free WiFi access throughout the property.

Great location and very cute hotel.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
2,249 reviews
Price from$81.39per night
The Ginger Pig, hotel in Brighton & Hove

Set in Brighton & Hove, The Ginger Pig is 1.3 mi from i360 Observation Tower and offers facilities like bar and on-site dining.

We were mistakenly double booked. They called us there day before and handled cancellation of one off the bookings with no penalty. Amazing help and kindness.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
634 reviews
Price from$171.69per night
OYO Ruby Pub & Hotel, hotel in Brighton & Hove

OYO Ruby Pub & Hotel provides accommodations located in Brighton & Hove, 2.7 mi from Komedia and 3.1 mi from Brighton Dome. The aparthotel offers a terrace.

The bedroom was cosy and the bed was comfortable
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
807 reviews
Price from$131.63per night
Hotel Pelirocco, hotel in Brighton & Hove

On the seafront in central Brighton, the Pelirocco is a townhouse hotel featuring boutique-style themed rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Playstation Bar serves a varied cocktail list.

Super hotel with very friendly staff- a joy to be greeted by Alice upon my arrival . Best location.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
798 reviews
Price from$112.05per night
Blok-74, hotel in Brighton & Hove

A 14-minute walk from Hove Beach, Blok-74 is located in Brighton & Hove and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

Whole process was just so easy and the location was amazing
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
1,254 reviews
Price from$90.42per night
Amsterdam Hotel Brighton Seafront, hotel in Brighton & Hove

Located on the Seafront, opposite Brighton’s famous Palace Pier, the Amsterdam Hotel, Brighton offers award-winning accommodations and free Wi-Fi.

Location - just across the street from the beach.
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
2,081 reviews
Price from$99.68per night
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Brighton & Hove's best hotels with breakfast

  • The Grand Brighton
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 8,448 reviews

    With its sumptuous Renaissance style, The Grand Brighton has a magnificent location on Brighton’s seafront and is just a 5-minute walk from Brighton Pier.

    Lovely location - beautiful architecture- tremendous staff

  • Drakes Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,329 reviews

    Drakes is a luxury boutique hotel on Brighton’s seafront, overlooking the Brighton Palace Pier. It offers unique 4-star accommodations, and has a fine-dining restaurant and vibrant cocktail bar.

    The service was amazing. The staff where fantastic.

  • Malmaison Brighton
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,208 reviews

    Malmaison Brighton looks out over Brighton Marina to the sea. It has free parking, a bar, a restaurant, modern rooms with monsoon showers and outdoor terraces looking out over the water.

    Amazing hotel, staff were excellent, facilities superb

  • Leonardo Hotel Brighton
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,363 reviews

    Next to Brighton Railway Station, in the city center, Leonardo Hotel Brighton is a 15-minute walk from the beach. It features a 24-hour reception, bar and restaurant.

    The smell of the reception area what a welcoming smell

  • Best Western Princes Marine Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,459 reviews

    The Best Western Princes Marine Hotel is located on Hove seafront opposite Hove lawns and the English Channel. There is limited private parking, free fiber optic WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

    very friendly staff & comfortable surroundings

  • Hotel Pelirocco
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 798 reviews

    On the seafront in central Brighton, the Pelirocco is a townhouse hotel featuring boutique-style themed rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Playstation Bar serves a varied cocktail list.

    Wonderfully quirky and amazing staff! Breakfast was fantastic!

  • Britannia Study Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,748 reviews

    With a city center location on Brighton’s Western Road, the adult-only Britannia Study Hotel offers contemporary rooms with attached bathroom with free WiFi, and is located within minutes of numerous...

    Lovely room and breakfast and customer service was excellent

  • Miller & Carter Brighton by Innkeeper's Collection
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,770 reviews

    Just 4.5 miles from the seafront, this large Brighton lodge offers a Miller & Carter Steakhouse serving tasty grills. Free parking is possible on site.

    Room was spotless. Lovely comfy bed. Great nights sleep.

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  • The Willows
    4.9
    Scored 4.9
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 400 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Kemptown district of Brighton & Hove, The Willows is located a 3-minute walk from Brighton Beach, 1.3 miles from Hove Beach and a 9-minute walk from Brighton Pier.

    Location excellent,basic hotel but great for one night

  • Hotel Una
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 235 reviews

    Ideally located in the heart of Brighton, and just off Brighton Rail Station, Hotel Una offers modern and stylish accommodations, a bar, spa rooms and cinema room.

    Everything! The staff, location, decor and spacious room.

  • Brighton Marina House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 980 reviews

    Close to the beach, Brighton Marina House is located in Brighton & Hove, an 8-minute walk from Brighton Pier. Popular points of interest nearby include The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Dome and Komedia.

    Clean, comfortable, quiet and close to everything.

  • Artist Residence Brighton
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 213 reviews

    In the center of Brighton, the Artist Residence Hotel faces the iconic West Pier. This unique property features 25 individually decorated rooms with free WiFi and quirky original artwork.

    Friendly and welcoming staff. Amazing art Amazing location

  • ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,473 reviews

    Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Brighton, by the railway station, ibis Brighton City Center features modern, soundproofed rooms, a bar and a restaurant.

    Great location. Comfortable bed. Good water pressure.

  • Regency Hotel
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 208 reviews

    Directly opposite Brighton’s New i360 Tower, the 28 Regency Square - Regency Hotel is a city center hotel in Brighton.

    The location was great, the room was very good comfortable.

  • The Gullivers Hotel
    4.2
    Scored 4.2
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 456 reviews

    In an elegant Georgian townhouse, Gullivers Hotel is 984 feet from Brighton Pier and seafront. With modern bedrooms and free Wi-Fi.

    Great location , clean room and very comfortable bed.

  • No.124 by GuestHouse, Brighton

    Well set in Brighton & Hove, No.124 by GuestHouse, Brighton provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

Hotels located in the center of Brighton & Hove

  • Blanch House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 791 reviews

    Located less than a minute's walk from the nearest beach, Blanch House is a Regency-era 3-star townhouse hotel in the heart of Brighton town center.

    Lovely staff willing to chat and share local tips.

  • Hotel Nineteen
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 131 reviews

    1.1 miles from Hove Beach, Hotel Nineteen has 3-star accommodations in the Kemptown district of Brighton & Hove.

    Close to the beach , pubs , food & town centre

  • Selina Brighton
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,543 reviews

    In Brighton’s vibrant city center, The Selina Brighton is located on the promenade. With stunning sea views and surrounded by clubs and restaurants, the hotel also offers free WiFi.

    I loved everything about my stay at the Selina Brighton

  • DoubleTree By Hilton Brighton Metropole
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,433 reviews

    The newly refurbished DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole looks out over Brighton seafront and is close to the shops and city center.

    Room lovely, comfortable.nice refurbished.on seafront

  • One Broad Street
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,005 reviews

    Located 984 feet from The Royal Pavilion and a 5-minute walk from Brighton Pier, One Broad Street offers accommodations in Brighton & Hove. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Great little place. Great location. Great venues nearby.

  • Harbour Hotel & Spa Brighton
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,924 reviews

    Opposite a iconic beach, Harbor Hotel & Spa Brighton is set on the lively seafront, about 2 minutes' walk from The Brighton Center and offers free WiFi.

    The staff were extremely friendly and professional

  • The Queensbury Hotel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,372 reviews

    This fully refurbished Grade II Listed hotel is opposite Brighton’s West Pier. It offers free WiFi and seafront accommodations, 15 minutes’ walk from Brighton Rail Station.

    Good location. Reasonable price. Good bfast choice.

  • Queens Hotel & Spa
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,478 reviews

    On the seafront in the heart of Brighton's 'Lanes', this friendly hotel is well-located for nightlife, shopping, restaurants and the beach.

    Quite, clean, organized, access to swimming pool and gym

FAQs about hotels in Brighton & Hove








Colorful by Day and Night

Known for colorful nightlife and traditional English seaside pursuits, Brighton and nearby Hove are the closest beach resorts to London, making them popular end points for classic car runs from the capital. Many end at the racetrack, a few streets from Brighton Marina, Europe’s largest, housing several shops and eateries. Many Brighton guesthouses on Booking.com are also nearby.

Running along the beachfront is the world’s oldest operating electric train, ending by Brighton Pier. Lit up at night and also known as Palace Pier, this city icon houses amusements and rides, and is one place to pick up some famous Brighton Rock, the confectionery sharing its name with an edgy Graham Greene novel set here.

A new addition, the Brighton Wheel is right by the pier, while one of its most famous attractions is the Royal Pavilion, a former royal retreat built in Indian style.

Just west are 2 of the most popular Brighton shopping spots – Churchill Square shopping center and The Lanes with its narrow streets and unusual shops. This area also has several Brighton hotels with parking, and the Artists Quarter, a series of ex-fishing huts that are now galleries. Arts + culture are big in Brighton, and Brighton Festival is the UK’s 2nd largest arts festival, while Brighton Pride is also a big event on the annual calendar.

Learn more about visiting Brighton & Hove
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What Guests Said About Brighton & Hove:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    I love Brighton it's close to home London.

    I love Brighton it's close to home London. It has excellent transport links and regular trains that leave early and late. The place is relaxing the people are great and there is lots to do for any age group. Fantastic sights shops and restaurants. There are so many fantastic shops and places to eat and drink you are spoilt for choice. The beach is along one straight line on either side of the pier which you can walk down. You must visit the pier and eat fish and chips on the beach and watch the sun go down it's magical.
    Sarah HIA
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    I’ve stayed in Brighton numerous occasions.

    I’ve stayed in Brighton numerous occasions. And would return. Unfortunately the property my partner and two pooches stayed in was in Hove and the run down side of Hove. Especially the property externally and the entrance hall which lead to the lifts. Upon arrival the lifts were working and then out of order for two days due to maintenance works being carried out. I was going to leave sooner. But my partner wished to stay considering we came far. I definitely would not return back.
    Melek
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Lively place, excellent beach front with loads to do, great...

    Lively place, excellent beach front with loads to do, great places to eat and drink. Everything was in easy walking distance. Felt very safe, never saw any crime or drunken aggressive behaviour. Everyone was friendly and easy going. I liked it more and more the more time I was there. We ate out each night and so much variety from fast food at Shelter Hall, although I sent my food back as it wasn't nice through to high end steak at The Coal Shed which was expensive but beautiful food and great staff. Giggling Squid was also a highlight. Gorgeous food, very lovely staff and reasonably priced. Loads of places to shop and The Lanes is an experience in itself browsing the narrow twisting lanes with individual eclectic shops. As you get off the train it doesn't give a great first impression, it looks a bit run down and grubby but as you get towards Hove it gets better and the seafront is amazing. We went on i360 and that was great if not a little expensive for what was a very short time, 20mins start to finish at £37, glad we did it but wouldn't do it again.
    Rachel
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The facade of Selina Hotel is a little deceiving.

    The facade of Selina Hotel is a little deceiving. It is a very nice reception area with some interesting plants and a place to sit and enjoy a coffee or tea. The rooms small but clean and very comfortable beds. We had a nice view from the room. The radiator was a bit too warm and could've been adjusted but the other was switched off. Lucky with the weather which made a difference to getting around. It was a great location and plenty of clvariety at Preston Street for the many restaurants to choose from
    K
    Karen
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was a good choice for an early spring visit when the...

    It was a good choice for an early spring visit when the weather was cool. We were able to walk miles along the prom and paths at the foot of the cliffs. The town is lively and the Royal Pavilion well worth visiting. The bus service was excellent and we were able to visit other towns along the coast. There was a wide choice of resturants.
    Barbara
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Brighton is wonderful! Lots to see and do.

    Brighton is wonderful! Lots to see and do. A variety of cafes, bars, restaurants to go to. So much choice. I chose to eat at a wondeful Thai restaurant cakes Siam Siam. I chose vegetable tempura and then chicken massamam curry with sticky rice. It was incredible. Also Artists Open Houses is on during the month of May, all around Brighton and surrounding areas. I visited 6 open house locations and saw and wonderful arts and crafts. Beautiful architecture, wonderful old buildings. A 1 night stay is not enough. I still haven't seen so much!
    Kelley
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Brighton & Hove

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,208 reviews
    The Malmaison at Brighton Marina is an exceptional hotel and without a doubt the BEST I have ever stayed at. I had a front suite with balcony overlooking the beautiful Marina. The furnishings, quality of the rooms, bathrooms was absolutely 1st class and the decor and trendy lighting throughout the entire suite was stunning. All staff that I had dealings with were very efficient, friendly and could not do enough to help me when needed. I could not fault this hotel in any way, and plan to return again for a longer stay in the near future.
    FRANK
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 250 reviews
    The location of the oriental hotel was very good, away from busy streets and noise, but also within a short walking distance to the nearest beach and attractions in the city. The room was clean and tidy and looked exactly like the photos on the website. The staff was very friendly and helpful. On the day we were leaving, after having checked out from our room we were able to leave our luggage in the reception for a few hours, which was great as we did not have to carry it with us everywhere before catching our train back home.
    Julia
    United Kingdom
  • From $326.43 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,433 reviews
    Wonderful location, a beautiful and superclean hotel with very comfortable room and bed, good swimmingpool, amazing breakfast to be enjoyed overlooking the seafront and Brighton beach - unbeatable view. All staff very friendly, attentive and helpful. I like that you can ask frontdesk for showercaps, vanity kits etc rather than having a handful of little boxes of things you may never use cluttering the room or taking up unnecessary surface area in the bathroom. Very neat.
    Valentine
    Denmark
  • From $139.13 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 806 reviews
    Our host was very kind and helpful. He was there when we arrived, even though it was a holiday Monday, and we had not let him know when we would be arriving. He had suggestions for restaurants (having already let us know that Ruby Pub and Hotel would not be serving food that night). The rooms were incredibly clean, beds comfortable. Our host suggested that we visit the Royal Pavilion near the beach in Brighton, so we did, the next day.
    Janet
    Canada
  • From $139.89 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 65 reviews
    The property was clean with good facilities and located on a quiet street. The hosts were helpful pre-visit. Although parking in Brighton is expensive, the hosts pointed us in the direction of best cheap options and (with careful timing) we managed to utilise the street parking near the flat overnight for free. The property suited our needs for the night that we stayed and the sofa bed was also comfortable.
    Catherine
    United Kingdom
  • From $112.17 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,372 reviews
    The hotel itself is in a really nice area right next to the beach and within walking distance of a lot of nice pubs and food shops as well as Brighton Pier. The room (a basic single room) was cosy and (whilst it was small) it was nice to return to at the end of the day. Breakfast was also quite nice, especially for a continental. The bathroom is pretty massive and easy to get to from most of the rooms.
    Kezhia
    United Kingdom
  • From $221.28 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,875 reviews
    Fantastic location for the price, right in the centre of Brighton and close to The Lanes. 10 mins walk from the station and everything else on the doorstep. Quiet, central position without being on the noisy front. It's small boutique hotel with friendly staff not like some of the massive hotels on the front with hundreds of rooms. Had the dinner and breakfast package and can't complain.
    Henry
    United Kingdom
  • From $197.12 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,478 reviews
    The hotel was located right on the beach and near the heart of Brighton, making it easy to access all the sights of Brighton while having food and entertainment nearby. Aside from the location, the staff was wonderful, and the breakfast was top notch. The bar service staff working in the evening were also great.
    Matthew
    United States of America
  • From $175.50 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,987 reviews
    Super Breakfast! Also tasty gluten free bread available. I loved my cosy quite and little room at the third floor. Excellent area for food and drinks near by. From the hotel you see the pier and you are in 2 minutes at the lovely Brighton pebble beach…I can highly recommend it and like to come back next time.
    Anja
    Germany
  • From $204.75 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,121 reviews
    Great location, just down the road from the pier and beach area with nice cafes and restaurants. Nice breakfast and lovely owner who treated us well and spoke with us at breakfast. The bed was massive and very comfortable. The room was clean and tidy and had chocolates and peanuts awaiting us.
    Charlie
    United Kingdom
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,249 reviews
    The room is a clean one in general, and staff was excellent. The hotel sits a bit far from the beach, but it wasn't a long walk to places. Breakfast wasn't included, which gave us the chance to explore some other cafes - and there were a lot of great ones just a few steps from the hotel.
    Lynn
    United Kingdom
  • From $89.02 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,194 reviews
    It's a lovely place, the location is absolutely unbeatable - a block from the beach & right next to the main coach stop - and the staff are all friendly and helpful. Great en suite hotel bathroom for our room. Lots of power outlets in room.
    MsNomadica
    United States of America
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,249 reviews
    lovely staff very friendly. nice hotel In a stunning area, great location right next to the Brighton beach/pier just a 5 min walk. Owners helped a lot with parking and permits ect. They had a tower fan in wardrobe
    leah
    United Kingdom
  • From $282.71 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 8,448 reviews
    Everything was perfect the staff were friendly , hotel lovely and breakfast was very good, the hotel is opposite the beach so great location , overall we had a good few days at The Grand, definitely stay again.
    Janet
    United Kingdom
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,073 reviews
    Perfect Location! Right on the seafront, and near the lanes so could easily go to all the little cobble shops. The breakfast was the best thing about the hotel! Very good service at breakfast too.
    Annalee
    United Kingdom
  • From $254.35 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,773 reviews
    The staff was the best thing about this hotel. They were all very friendly and helpful at all times. Rooms were big, however, they look modern but not of a good quality. Great location as well.
    Mariem
    Egypt
  • From $100.47 per night
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 778 reviews
    room was comfortable and airy. Staff were helpful and approachable. wE LIKED THIS HOTEL ALSO BECAUSE IT WAS SO CLOSE TO THE BEACH. The room was clean and very functional.
    carmel
    Ireland
  • From $101.74 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 384 reviews
    the staff was very friendly, and the location was a 5 minute walk from the beach which was great. the accessibility of the hotel was nice as well. 10/10 recommend.
    Ellie Maung
    United Kingdom
  • From $254.35 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,924 reviews
    Lovely spa below the hotel which was our main reason for booking. Lovely sea view room overlooking Brighton beach. Excellent location.
    kayleigh
    United Kingdom
  • From $183.64 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,732 reviews
    The room was lovely and had a bath the hotel is just near the beach
    kerry
    United Kingdom

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